One of the things I’m doing more often now that I’m older is baking. Sometimes it’s easy. Sometimes it’s a little more challenging. I recently tried to follow a recipe I found online for gourmet cookies. It looked easy enough—just a few steps, a nice photo, and a promise of “foolproof results.” I pulled itContinue reading “The recipe rumble”
Author Archives: Haynes on Communication
Crafting clear communications
Last week, I stepped outside my comfort zone to create ads and launch online campaigns for a local business. As a writer with limited experience in digital publishing tools, it was a steep learning curve—but I pulled it off. (At least I think I did!) The process reminded me how crucial it is to understandContinue reading “Crafting clear communications”
Writing is never static
Writing has always been my sanctuary—a source of calm and mental clarity. In one of my earliest blog posts over four years ago, I shared, “There’s something therapeutic about getting your thoughts on paper, or in this case, online.” That sentiment still rings true. Today, I paused to reflect on the journey. I started bloggingContinue reading “Writing is never static”
A note for a smile
Every so often, a message pops up—like today’s text—checking in to see how I’m doing or how my day’s unfolding. It may be brief, but that simple gesture often brightens my whole day. Sending a note can significantly change someone’s day by shifting their perspective from the negative to the positive. Here’s how. Sending aContinue reading “A note for a smile”
The weight of expression
If there’s one quality I admire in someone, it’s their ability to communicate thoughts and ideas clearly without fear of being challenged or ridiculed. And, if you can express true emotion, that’s even better in my books. For me, openness and communication have always been central. Years of experience have shaped my writing and taughtContinue reading “The weight of expression”
Break the ice and build connection
My good friend has the gift of gab and can strike up a conversation and make friends wherever she goes. She’s not loud or pushy—just effortlessly engaging. For some of us, like me, starting a conversation can feel intimidating—whether meeting someone for the first time or joining a group of people at a business meeting.Continue reading “Break the ice and build connection”
The sound of adventure
The last two weeks I spent travelling the East Coast of Canada, appreciating its stunning coastal landscape. One of my stops was a visit to the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site in Baddeck, Nova Scotia. Alexander Graham Bell is best know for the invention of the telephone, but he also had numerous inventions relatedContinue reading “The sound of adventure”
Persist. Focus. Adapt.
In business, success rarely comes overnight. It’s built through persistence, focus, and the ability to adapt without losing sight of your goals. Whether you’re launching a product, growing a brand, or building a community, staying committed is what separates thriving businesses from those that fade out. As we near our first-year milestone, it’s clear thatContinue reading “Persist. Focus. Adapt.”
Think. Think.: Exercise your brain!
As one of the minds behind Think. Think., I’m taking a moment this week to shine a spotlight on our new game. Yes, this is a bit of self-promotion—but when your creation brings people together in laughter, learning and lively competition, it’s hard not to brag just a little. Think. Think. is the brain-teasing tabletop game that’sContinue reading “Think. Think.: Exercise your brain!”
Tell me a story
The bedtime routine at Grandma’s house often involves the request, “Tell me a story!” And while there’s a shelf full of beloved picture books, the most enchanting tales are the ones we make up on the spot. Impromptu storytelling with young children at bedtime isn’t just about winding down; it’s a shared adventure woven fromContinue reading “Tell me a story”
My writing booth. 