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White iMac memories July 27, 2010 →

Tomorrow I will return the computer that has been with me since I started my company more than three years ago.

2000 Subaru Outback for sale July 21, 2010 →

We’re selling our 2000 Subaru Outback wagon. Wanna buy it?

Yukon setups: Michael Pealow July 10, 2010 →

This is the final in a series of seven interviews with creative people who live and work in the Yukon. Last, but not least, is Michael Pealow.

Yukon setups: Vanessa Falle June 21, 2010 →

This is the sixth in a series of seven interviews with creative people who live and work in the Yukon. Let’s see what Vanessa Falle has to show.

The lesson of Clairtone May 31, 2010 →

While reading an issue of Canadian Business, I came across a story about Peter Munk, co-founder of Clairtone, that really inspired and motivated me.

You’ll love Whitehorse if… May 17, 2010 →

When I used to look after Urban Yukon, it was interesting to track how people would find the website. There were regular referrals from search engines where people would propose, “What’s it like to live in Whitehorse?”, “Life in the Yukon” or…

Yukon setups: Michael Johnson April 21, 2010 →

This is the fifth in a series of seven interviews with creative people who live and work in the Yukon. Let’s see what Michael Johnson has to say.

Yukon setups: Anthony DeLorenzo April 19, 2010 →

This is the fourth in a series of seven interviews with creative people who live and work in the Yukon. Up next is Anthony DeLorenzo.

Talking to the Yellow Pages April 18, 2010 →

A few weeks ago, someone from the Yellow Pages phoned the office to ask if our free business listing was still accurate. The remaining exchange went something like this…

Yukon setups: Dave Rogers April 13, 2010 →

This is the third in a series of seven interviews with creative people who live and work in the Yukon. This time ‘round, it’s Dave Rogers.

Yukon setups: Me April 07, 2010 →

This is the second in a series of seven interviews with creative people who live and work in the Yukon. To keep things rolling, let’s look at my setup.

No other company is like Apple April 05, 2010 →

I can think of no other company that inspires devotion and dedication like Apple.

A good reason for standing in line April 03, 2010 →

While I understand why people woud choose to stand in line for the privilege of buying an Apple iPad on the first day..

Yukon setups: Patrick Goruick April 01, 2010 →

This is the first in a series of seven interviews with creative people who live and work in the Yukon. To kick things off, let’s check out Patrick Goruick’s setup.

I deleted my Twitter account (again) March 12, 2010 →

I’ve been on Twitter for about two years. A fun experiment, but I’ve grown tired. My time on this earth would be better spent doing work, meeting people, regularly updating at least one of our three websites, exercising and being with the family.

My ideal project management software March 02, 2010 →

I’ve tried a lot of online project management software over the years. From the most basic, homegrown Microsoft Outlook calendar system to the complexities of Microsoft SharePoint, everything falls short.

How to fix your Windows 7 64-bit slow boot time February 10, 2010 →

I have a fast computer, but after the latest Security Update, my typical boot time went from under one minute to almost five minutes. Here’s the fix.

Business = stress November 07, 2009 →

It’s been a long-time dream of mine to own an agency. What I didn’t realize back in high school, obviously, was how fraught with stress running a business can be.

If I didn’t have to October 23, 2009 →

Six reasons why if I didn’t have to use Windows, I’d use a Mac.

It’s that time of year October 16, 2009 →

October in the Yukon usually means snow and this time around is no exception, as the white stuff has flown a number of days this month.

Snow Leopard and Microsoft Exchange 2003 September 14, 2009 →

Snow Leopard has hit the streets and people who want to bring their Macs to a Windows workplace will be happy about its support for Microsoft Exchange 2007. What Apple fails to mention is that 10.6 also works with key components of Exchange 2003.

The future of Urban Yukon September 11, 2009 →

Urban Yukon was launched on March 24, 2006. Over three years later, I’m looking for a new owner.

How to succeed with enterprise clients September 08, 2009 →

Four not-so-simple, but essential, steps: know what you’re doing, how to sell, how to maneuver and how to adapt.

What I’ve been up to June 24, 2009 →

Learning more than I ever thought I wanted or needed to know about Microsoft SharePoint 2007.

Running a business is (sorta) like raising kids April 30, 2009 →

I’ve got both, so I guess it makes me a subject matter expert.

The love of business March 29, 2009 →

It’s been over two years since I started my own business. Not one of those 750+ days has felt like work.

Switched to Windows February 20, 2009 →

A few months ago, I decided to start down the path of switching from Mac to Windows. For most people it’s the other way around, but Windows is simply a better fit for the type of stuff I do and the people I work with.

In search of office space September 27, 2008 →

There comes a time in the life of every young business where the owner must decide whether to keep on truckin’ as is or take the appropriate steps to grow into a larger and more sustainable operation.

A return to bike racing August 08, 2008 →

A local three-day road cycling event, Tour de Whitehorse, held July 25-27, marked my formal return to bike racing after a three-year hiatus.