Running Reflections: Asking Questions vs Having Answers

 September 04, 2024 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Out running on another beautiful summer day!☀️ Today’s #runningreflections Answers. Solutions. Strategies. Gotta have them! Right? ???? What if? What if the questions are more important? ASKING QUESTIONS vs HAVING ANSWERS Is one more important than the...
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From Books to Business: Applying Investment Book Lessons to Entrepreneurial Success

 August 28, 2024 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Continuous learning is a cornerstone of sustained success and growth. This summer, we settled in to read some seminal works on investment through our book club, extracting invaluable lessons from Benjamin Graham's "The Intelligent Investor", Burton Malkiel's...
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Running Reflections: HOT out herrrre!

 August 21, 2024 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
It is HOT out herrrre! (Yes, that’s a nod to Nelly’s song "Hot in Herrrrre") It’s a typical August summer day, and as I observe my environment, I can’t help but state the obvious: it is scorching! Interesting thought How often do we judge rather than...
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Navigating Market Efficiency with Index Funds: A Strategic Guide for Entrepreneurs

 August 14, 2024 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
The concept of market efficiency is both a foundation and a puzzle for investors, particularly for entrepreneurs who must balance the demands of their businesses with the management of personal investments. The advent of index funds, as chronicled in...
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Running Reflections: Sweet Sixteen

 August 07, 2024 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Recently, I pulled out a bin of mementos. Within it I found a letter written to me by my ‘Dear Old Dad’ on the occasion of my 16th Birthday. Dan O’Connell Father Mentor An Original “Influencer” If you have been following me you know that I write of his...
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Integrating a Disciplined Investment Approach into your Business Exit Strategy

 July 31, 2024 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
For entrepreneurs, the journey of building and eventually exiting a business is filled with decisions; from operational tweaks to strategic pivots. One foundational decision involves how you’ll manage the proceeds from a successful exit. To help my clients...
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Running Reflections: From Humble to Behemoth - The Entrepreneurial Spirit

 July 24, 2024 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
It's hot! So naturally, I decided to go for a run #RunningReflections What was I thinking? Fueling my run… an episode of the Acquired podcast, featuring the story of Starbucks. From humble beginnings to today’s behemoth. Thanks to Brad Ezard of Confederation...
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Aligning With your Financial Goals Rather Than Market Trends Will Bring Investment Success

 July 17, 2024 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
When investing, success is often measured by one's ability to outperform the market. However, for the astute investor, true success is not about beating the market but rather about achieving and exceeding one's personal financial objectives. A great book...
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Running Reflections: The Sound of Silence

 July 10, 2024 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
The country roads near my home are a true retreat from the noise of the modern world. Unplugged. Unapologetic. In the solitude, I find: Movement One step at a time. Mindfulness Free from distractions, my thoughts settle like the dust on the gravel road...
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Summer Investment Book Club for Entrepreneurs

 July 03, 2024 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
In the summer, I like to read. This summer, I invite you to read with me. While it may not be your typical beach read, are you ready to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of investment philosophy this summer??!!! What it lacks in glamour, it makes...
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