AQ's Blog & Grill

29/11/2022

Try to fit in every general and conceptual detail when describing a very big concept and it’s likely that we’ll be confused. When you’re intent on explaining all of it, we glaze o…

28/11/2022

"Don't be afraid of fear."

06/11/2022

03/11/2022

In this short clip, Alan Quarry sits down with Adam Rochon of Onward Media Group and they share a few laughs over the intertwined world of global business leadership. Alan talks about the importance of working smarter, not harder - and when you work smarter, the 'luck' will come in the form of opportunities. When you are working for the right reasons, at the right time and setting priorities to make the most impact - you are working smarter, and opportunities will flow your way.

Check out the full interview here:
https://youtu.be/r9033kjk1sY

03/11/2022

In this short clip .quarry sits down with of and they share a few laughs over the intertwined world of global business leadership. Alan talks about the importance of working smarter, not harder - and when you work smarter, the 'luck' will come in the form of opportunities. When you are working for the right reasons, at the right time and setting priorities to make the most impact - you are working smarter, and opportunities will flow your way.

For the full interview, head to the link in bio.

28/10/2022

In this interview segment, Adam Rochon of Onward Media Group asks Alan Quarry about his personal journey to becoming a better leader, to then be able to create an incredibly successful company. Alan shares his refreshing perspective on Teamwork and how his company was able to thrive and inspire innovation of its 'people' from the very beginning.

https://youtu.be/hzFRAMPoH24

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In this interview segment, Adam Rochon of Media Group asks Alan Quarry about his personal journey to becoming a better leader, to then be able to cre...

16/03/2022

18/01/2022

In this “out of the vault” episode, Alan chats with Jennifer Moss.
With so much uncertainty enveloping our lives these days, it can be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. With uncertainty comes an array of feelings - grief, anger, fear, unease. We may feel unsettled, anxious, or like we’re breaking down. And all of those feelings are valid. We are in a pivotal time for the world where nothing makes sense and we struggle to understand what exactly we’re supposed to be doing.

In this episode, Jennifer and Alan discuss the stages of grief that we go through when tragedy strikes. Jennifer also explains how wild circumstances, such as forced social distancing due to a worldwide pandemic, can actually bring about great change if we practice certain skills, like gratitude. She also touches on up Post Traumatic Strength, and Post Traumatic Growth - these are things that we need to be talking about and focusing on right now. You won’t want to miss this one.

We went Live on Facebook with Jennifer Moss, Author of "Unlocking Happiness at Work" and frequent writer for Harvard Business Review and SHRM. She shares tip...

22/12/2021

The difference between an interest and a passion is enormous. We don't think of it as being so, but Larry Smith speaks to the stark difference between the two.

Don't miss his full episode here:
https://youtu.be/kTLMPRlBVj4

21/12/2021

Today's throwback episode of AQ's Blog & Grill features the brilliant Dr. Larry Smith. Larry's TEDx Talk, “Why You Will Fail to Have a Great Career”, has been viewed by millions and he has counselled more than 23,000 students into their careers.

If you want to find a career that drives you, pushes you, fulfills you - you'll want to immediately go and order his book "No Fears, No Excuses: What You Need to Do to Have a Great Career".
Listen to the full episode right now: https://youtu.be/kTLMPRlBVj4

Larry Smith | What you NEED to do to Have a Great Career Known as the “career-whisperer”, Dr. Larry Smith joins AQ’s Blog & Grill to share insights from his ...

19/12/2021

When you're building a legacy, all of the new technology and fads that come and go may become a part of the experience you provide for a time. But they will never overtake the core value of the business or its purpose.

And that purpose, according to Jody Palubiski of the Charcoal Group of Restaurants (Wildcraft, Charcoal Steak House, Moose Winooski's Kitchener, The Bauer Kitchen, Beertown Public House Waterloo, Dels, Sociable Kitchen + Tavern) is to build relationships. Long lasting relationships that build customers for life.

18/12/2021

Jody Palubiski on the importance of finding your niche and choosing to be great rather than big.
Full episode here: https://youtu.be/Kns7mOEiPHY

18/12/2021

For the remainder of December we've decided to throw back to some of our most popular interviews over the years.

This week's episode is with the incredible Jennifer Gough (.yoga) of
Jennifer's story is one of taking that leap. The leap you're afraid to take because "what if...". But the leap that you know you have to take because without it, you're not living up to your full potential.
Jennifer knew it was time to leap when the thought of NOT following her passion was scarier than the thought of following it and potentially failing.

Tune in by searching "AQs Blog & Grill" anywhere you listen to podcasts, or watch on YouTube here:
https://youtu.be/NA3P1FYy5Sc

17/12/2021

Running a restaurant is SO much more than pumping out food to the masses. It's about creating an environment to attract your ideal customer and then fostering relationships with those customers.
In this "revived" episode of AQ's Blog & Grill Alan Quarry sits down with Jody Palubiski. Alan and Jody chat all about the Charcoal Group restaurants, why they've been so successful, and what's next for them!
Jody's approach to customer service is 👌 Check it out.
https://youtu.be/Kns7mOEiPHY

Restauranteur Jody Palubiski chats with Alan about what makes a restaurant successful. He discusses how, as Managing Partner of the Charcoal Group, he values...

17/12/2021

In this clip from our interview with Jennifer Gough of Minds Eye Studio Art Gallery and Yoga Studio, she talks with Alan Quarry about the lengths she was willing to go to in order to pursue her dream of being an artist. And how happiness was, and still is, at the centre of every decision she's made.

15/12/2021

For the remainder of December we've decided to throw back to some of our most popular interviews over the years.

This week's episode is with the incredible Jennifer Gough of Minds Eye Studio Art Gallery and Yoga Studio.
Jennifer's story is one of taking that leap. The leap you're afraid to take because "what if...". But the leap that you know you have to take because without it, you're not living up to your full potential.
Jennifer knew it was time to leap when the thought of NOT following her passion was scarier than the thought of following it and potentially failing.

Tune in by searching "AQs Blog & Grill" anywhere you listen to podcasts, or watch on YouTube here:
https://youtu.be/NA3P1FYy5Sc

0:40 - Starting to be an Artist, and what it took3:09 - Having MindsEye Studio for work4:27 - Taking care of your Brand5:14 - Using Twitter effectively7:34 -...

07/12/2021

In this clip, Donna relates her job as COO at Uvaro to being the "best possible tour guide" on a tour bus. The analogy is brilliant and hit on so many crucial points! Listen in now.
And don't miss the full episode here: https://youtu.be/Y9KaaKwKLuc

03/12/2021

Experience comes in layers.
And in this clip from our episode with Donna Litt she explains how experience accumulates over time and specifically, with Uvaro, how experience from previous endeavours shaped the business into what it is today.

Watch the full episode here:
https://youtu.be/Y9KaaKwKLuc

29/11/2021

This week's episode features Uvaro co-founder and COO Donna Litt.
Donna talks with Alan about her ‘Why Not’ approach to her entrepreneurial career - taking advantage of opportunities as they come and following your interests to see where they might lead. With Uvaro, Donna and her co-founders saw a hole within the tech industry and came up with a brilliant way to fill it. Learn all about Uvaro, their platform, what they do, and how they got to where they are today.

Tune in by searching "AQs Blog & Grill" anywhere you listen to podcasts, or watch on YouTube here:
https://youtu.be/Y9KaaKwKLuc

In this episode, Donna talks about the ‘Why Not’ approach that has led her through much of her entrepreneurial career. Taking advantage of opportunities as t...

09/11/2021

PRO TIP 💡:
Bridgit CEO & Co-Founder, Mallorie Brodie on the importance of maintaining that 'startup' mindset, no matter what stage your business is at or how successful you've been.

08/11/2021

Our new season of AQ's Blog & Grill LIVE! And we're kicking it off with a killer episode with Bridgit CEO and co-founder Mallorie Brodie. 👷‍♀️

In this episode Mallorie talks about the $24M CAD of Series B funding that the company has just secured as well as the importance of maintaining the mindset of a startup. To always be innovating and looking for opportunities within the industry is a crucial component to growing and scaling any business, says Mallorie.

You'll find this episode anywhere you listen to podcasts! Or you can watch the interview on YouTube as well.
For podcasts, search "AQ's Blog & Grill" on your preferred listening platform and find the most recent episode.

For YouTube - here you go:
https://youtu.be/gVu-1k1ITII

In this episode, Mallorie talks about the $24M CAD Series B funding that the company has just secured as well as the importance of maintaining the mindset of...