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4th of MARCH at DOWNTOWN, Toronto
The fact that over 50 per cent of the residents of Toronto are not from Canada, that is always a good thing, creatively, and for food especially. That is easily a city’s biggest strength, and it is Toronto’s unique strength. — Anthony Bourdain Toronto, Canada. Well, it has been given many nicknames – The 6ix.… Continue reading
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TRAINING NEW RESTAURANT EMPLOYEES: Crucial Aspect in the Food industry
As a result of the pandemic, restaurants have had to make specific adjustments to all areas of their organization’s operations. Not only have they had to change their interiors, but more importantly, how every employee plays a larger role in certain demands. After months of quarantine, restaurants were allowed to reopen with new restrictions, and… Continue reading
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TIME MANAGEMENT:
Time Management: A Student Challenge It is a critical skill for students to master the art of “Time management”. Effective time management can help students reach their goals faster and with less stress. It helps them become more organized, efficient and productive. By learning how to prioritize tasks, plan ahead and manage distractions, students can… Continue reading
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The “THANK YOU” phrase.
Thank You– this is incredibly a pair of powerful words that require the attention of the person who is willing to hear or not. There are moments in Life which we cherish. People inhibiting in different parts of the world substantially differ from one another in respect of the languages, culture, food habits, and social… Continue reading
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Workplace “Poker Face”:
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Deadpan. Emotionless. And that is being “Poker face”. I have been recently promoted as Manager of Audit, Training and Hiring by one of Tim Hortons’ ambassador franchisee here in Ontario, Canada. Back then, I have the tendency to be a sensitive striver and an inability to hide it during inopportune times and that my… Continue reading
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Bienvenue Au Canada…
05 February 2022 – Toronto Pearson International Airport Finally. I landed as an OWP (Open Work Permit) from Manila Philippines to Ontario Canada. As someone who lived decades of my life in a developing country in Asia, I figured out that life in the Land of Maple Leaf is cozy and familiar. Familiar in the… Continue reading
About Me
I am a lifelong learner in an open society, driven by a deep curiosity about human behavior and how understanding it can help shape a better future.
My passions span foreign affairs, literature, the social sciences, education, law and order, diplomacy, national defense, foreign languages particularly French, music, film, technology, travel, textiles, high heels, wines and spirits, and, of course, cats.
Books have always been at the center of both my work and my life. I am especially drawn to works on strategy, history, and human nature, with The Art of War by Sun Tzu remaining one of my enduring favorites. I cannot imagine a life without books—they are both my greatest teachers and my favorite companions. Reading continually broadens my perspective, challenges my assumptions, and inspires me to learn, think, and engage more deeply with the world.
Cheers!
Bernadette :)
The Swaying Queen 