Category Archives: Blog

Women Reshaping the Blueprint as the New General Contractors

Growing up, Home Economics was never my thing. Building shit was. Hammering nails, whose heads were tied to yarn, into the centre of chestnuts so that they could be swung and released like a toy was one of many things I did as a kid. Yes, it was stupidly dangerous, and I shouldn’t even have […]

How Do You Lose Wealth

Kelley Keehn joins Jackie to discuss losing wealth. Inspired by Annie Lennox’s song “Here Comes the Rain Again,” they delve into why individuals may face financial setbacks and the lessons that can be learned from such experiences. Kelly Keehn, a renowned financial expert and founder of MoneyWise Workplaces, shares insights on minimizing the dangers of […]

I Love You Barbie

Oh, Barbie, my childhood rebellion. I love you. Catholic schools were one of the original vestiges of learning about things like sex, drugs and rock-n-roll earlier than anywhere else. In the early sixties, the nuns had a Talibanisque view of women, believing they should be playing supportive roles in life instead of being the main attraction. […]

Spilling the Kool-Aid

Now that we’re post-mayoral election, many people have asked me why I haven’t pursued a political office given my 40 years of active municipal service as a volunteer in different community organization levels. The answer is easy. While others embrace the status quo, I choose to challenge it. I seek transparency and truth, unclouded by […]

Estate Planning for Business Owners

Jackie and Jin are back discussing the theme of the “last dance,” reflecting on the passing of Donna Summer, a talented singer. The song acknowledges that confronting our mortality is a universal experience, regardless of fame, and emphasizes the importance of cherishing every moment. Nobody talks about dying, but if it is not prepared well, […]

Toddler Inspired Style

I’m a soon-to-be senior who now dresses like a toddler with a collection of rockin’ rompers and overalls. I gave up seamlessly blending into societal norms and staying on-trend with tailored suits and timeless accessories. My industry changed dramatically, and my attire reflected that shift. I no longer navigate the world of high heels, shapewear, […]

Cultivating A Growth Mindset When It Comes To Money

Let’s get into the conversation today about cultivating wealth and the power of mindset. How do you feel when you reach a goal you have set for yourself? Are you elated or deflated? Sometimes when you reach a goal you never thought you would, it may not make you as happy as you thought it […]

Agent!

As we age, we value the importance of time. In the back nine of my life, I spend more time in queues with customer service reps than at any other time. The wait is never five minutes. Sometimes it’s five hours with cringingly disharmonious music blasting while one phone representative passes you to a series […]

Business Owners, It’s Time to Start Spring Cleaning

I’m back with  Melissa Houston this week to discuss spring cleaning finances for business owners. Melissa is a speaker, Author and Forbes writer. She will let us know what it means to organize your finances this tax season. Are you one of those business owners who pile up receipts in a shoebox and get overwhelmed […]

Celibacy, A Temporary Prescription

Pope Francis recently stated, “there is no contradiction for priests to marry. Celibacy in the western church is a temporary prescription,”  to which my reply is, “Shut the front door!”  How can they suggest that celibacy, which has existed for a millennium or lasted over 11 centuries, is temporary? A word defined as “lasting for only a […]