Forward Thinking
2113 Petawawa Blvd K8A 7G8 Pembroke, ON, Canada

An incredible issue with two features of people who have overcome challenges to live their best lives, and a source of inspiration for us during these difficult times.

When it comes to communicating with the public, consistency is one of the most important elements of your message. Read about what happens when you're not consistent in this week's issue of Ottawa Valley Business - http://ovbusiness.ca//Ottawa-Valley-Business-April-6-2021.

It can be easy these days to feel "entitled" to something, but nothing beats using your own strengths to chart your own future. We had to plan before the pandemic and we have to plan during it. Stay on track with your goals.

In today's issue of Ottawa Valley Business, a shout-out to all the small business owners.

What does the Master Chef cooking show have to do with marketing? It's a lesson in competing. Read about it in the latest issue of Ottawa Valley Business.

The summer is sure different this year, but that doesn't mean the Ottawa Valley is lacking in things to do. This list is a great way to support local businesses and organizations.

In the past two months, people have been forming new habits as the economic shutdown forced them to change. These new habits are going to be part of consumer lives, so businesses need to recognize that and maybe make some changes themselves. Read about it on page 10 of this issue.

Plenty of feedback from customers "trying" to buy locally but facing challenges communicating with small business. If you're willing to do a little extra for your customer during this time, it could be to your advantage. Read about it on page 10. http://ovbusiness.ca//Ottawa-Valley-Business-May-5-2020.pdf

Proud to work on this campaign for such an impactful agency. Congratulations Community Living Upper Ottawa Valley on celebrating Community Living Month and focusing on your employees.

Health Matters is publishing an online edition of the magazine for the Spring. Please download and share - it's FREE! http://ovhealth.ca//Health-Matters-Spring-2020-Edition-1.p

Comments on our article (page 10) today: "Your article on communication was right on.My spouse checked the website of a business we needed to visit. It said they were open at a certain time so we went but they didn't open until an hour later." The importance of communicating with your customers, audience, constituents, ratepayers and supporters.

Forward Thinking remains open as we can operate via online and telephone methods of communication. Please read the official announcement from the Province of Ontario - the media headlines are not telling the whole story. https://s3.amazonaws.com//list-of-essential-workplaces-2.h