Margaret Pennyfather:  

I have retired! The intent was to retire gradually over five years, alas, along came COVID which completely changed the world forever. That doesn't mean I am sitting on my duff wondering what hit me, I am embracing the change, picking up where I left off with my music (I play in a concert band for adults), and exploring making art. Without regrets, I have left behind my former careers and business. In urban life, I built a successful career in sales and marketing in high tech. I have since relocated to small town Ontario, where I started my own business as a consultant, building on my experience and expertise, helping small and medium size businesses develop and grow. I carry my camera everywhere (thank heavens for digital!), walk a lot - there's lots to see, travel, and mix pleasure with business! Active in the community and a member of several networking groups, I enjoy meeting people, and spending time on my various hobbies. What's great about living here is that even the kids say hello, and there isn't much traffic on the sideroads. I always wanted to be a teacher when I grew up. My family and friends thought that was a dumb idea. As it turns out, they were right and wrong. Teaching kids was not for me, but in effect I am teaching adults when I work with them to grow their business. If I'm going to work somewhere, I need to have the ability to choose my clients, total control of the situation, and an outlet after work, along with admin help to be able to deal with the details on a day-to-da...Expand for more