Dominique O'Rourke

Eleven Leadership Lessons from the Co-operative Model

Forget the caricature that all co-ops are crunchy granola communes. The co-operative business model is found in all sectors from large financial institutions and global retailers to funeral co-ops, communications firms, health clinics, day cares and book stores. Collectively, Canadian co-operatives and credit unions boast 18 million memberships and an asset size of $330 billion – yes,Continue reading “Eleven Leadership Lessons from the Co-operative Model”

For International Women’s Day! 5 minutes for 3 women who changed the world

modified from January 12, 2012 It’s the first time that three women share the Nobel Peace Prize and their stories are of amazing leadership that brought an end to decades-long dictatorships. So why are they nowhere to be found on Barbara Walter’s list of the 10 Most Fascinating People of 2011? Arguably, their contribution isContinue reading “For International Women’s Day! 5 minutes for 3 women who changed the world”

Embrace…then delegate… the New Year’s Re:solution

Why do we roll our eyes when we contemplate New Year’s resolutions? They are a moment when we’re honest with ourselves about a particular aspect of our lives that could use some improvement – be it fitness or an underwear drawer that could use an overhaul. Resolutions are an acknowledgment of a need to improveContinue reading “Embrace…then delegate… the New Year’s Re:solution”

How is framing your message for media or government like E-Harmony?

Media and government relations and dating sites like E-Harmony both involve: identifying key people with shared interests deeply understanding the other’s background and needs positioning yourself for joint success building relationships Build your Contact Plan In both media and government relations, mapping out a comprehensive contact plan is an important place to begin. For media,Continue reading “How is framing your message for media or government like E-Harmony?”