Running Reflections: Don’t take it personally

 October 29, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
This one hit me hard. Don Miguel Ruiz, in his book ‘The Four Agreements’, writes: Don’t take anything personally. As a recovering people pleaser, this is easier said than done. Recently, I had to navigate a personal business matter with a longtime friend...
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From Lifestyle Business to Legacy Asset (Building a Company That’s Transferable)

 October 22, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Many founders start a business for freedom. You want control of your time, income, and impact. But somewhere along the way, that freedom can turn into something else - dependence. You depend on your business for your lifestyle. Your team depends on you...
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Running Reflections: The Four Agreements Framework

 October 15, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Over the past few weeks, my runs (and walks) have been accompanied by lessons from Don Miguel Ruiz’s book ‘The Four Agreements’. Each one struck me in a different way - personally and professionally: Be impeccable with your word. Words matter. How I speak...
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Why Momentum Over Perfection when Publishing, Planning, and Preparing for What’s Next

 October 08, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Entrepreneurs are builders. We thrive on ideas, vision, and creating something from nothing. But many of us also share a dangerous trait: perfectionism. We tell ourselves we’ll launch the podcast, publish the blog, or even start preparing for a business...
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Running Reflections: I choose me

 October 01, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Quiet road. Soft sunlight. One intentional step at a time. Not hustling. Not racing to the office. Not getting caught in the “I gotta get it all done” loop. Instead, I chose me. A session with my body worker. A mindful walk to get my steps in - not to...
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Why Founders Should Design for the Sell Before They’re Ready

 September 24, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Most entrepreneurs set on their journeys with a clear mission: to solve a pressing problem, fulfill a market need, or bring a revolutionary idea to life. Their focus is often on growth, innovation, and impact. Yet, a crucial truth often goes unaddressed...
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Running Reflections: Patience and Discipline

 September 17, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Patience. Discipline. I heard a quote recently that stopped me in my tracks: “The problem with patience and discipline is that acquiring each of them requires both of them.” That one’s still sitting with me. We say patience is a virtue - but let’s be...
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The Future of Real Estate for Business Owners is Full Service

 September 10, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
When we talk about preparing for a cash-rich exit, most founders think about their business, their financial plan, and perhaps their tax strategy. But one area that often gets overlooked is real estate. Real estate can be more than the roof over your...
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Running Reflections: Beauty and Resilience

 September 03, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Wandering weekend walks. Divine ditches in full bloom. Quintessential Canadian cottage country. Wildflowers lining the gravel edges of Christie Lake Rd. A flood of memories… meandering with Faye (my mother-in-law who now lives in her heavenly home), then...
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Business Owners Need an Exit Assessment Before you’re Ready to Sell

 August 27, 2025 |Colleen O’ Connell-Campbell
Most founders think about exit planning only when the finish line feels close. You’ve built the business, scaled the revenue, and suddenly the idea of selling or stepping back feels real. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: waiting until you want to sell...
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