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- RIM From 10,000 Feet December 1, 2011Inventors always want to protect their ideas so that only they can capitalize on them; however, that may be misguided. In the history of recent technology, being the “first in” has proven to be of no advantage – possibly even a disadvantage. At one time, there was a very good operating system called CPM that […]mediaguy
- Retire With Purpose October 17, 2011Recently a friend of mine retired from his job as an editor at the CBC. He had worked there for more than 30 years dodging layoffs and cutbacks to complete a full tenure at the Corporation. In fact, Mark worked for an additional 3 years beyond the required service even though he was ready in […]mediaguy
- An Anonymous Commentor wrote this skillful description of our world. October 16, 2011I had to publish this since it was so well said….. “Never before has the global financial system been so interlinked and integrated, which means that problems in one part of the world are capable of causing severe stress almost everywhere else. ” That’s globalism for you, folks. That’s what the globalists have forced upon […]mediaguy
- On October 6th……. September 15, 2011“The arrogance of officialdom should be tempered and controlled, and assistance to foreign hands should be curtailed, lest Rome fall.” Cicero – 55 BC Recently a friend from San Diego sent me a similar quote about the state of Rome in the era of Cicero. A little research revealed that the original quote (as shown […]mediaguy
- Is There Religious Freedom in Canada?? August 15, 2011Recently, I inquired about posting a film screening notice at the Stanley Park Community Centre. The attendant aggressively questioned if the film was religious (I gave her no reason to believe it was). I almost had to “swear an oath” that there was no religious content in the film before she would post the flyer […]mediaguy
- You May be Getting “Crammed” and Not Know It. July 15, 2011A few weeks ago in this column, I wrote about businesses who regularly take advantage of Canadians and who seem to get away with it because of their size. One of those companies I named was Bell Canada. Recently, the multi-media conglomerate was fined $10,000,000 (the maximum allowed by law) for deceptive advertising practises. Bell […]mediaguy
- Some Tough Questions – Some Tough Decisions June 15, 2011June will be the first month of parliament for a government which is eager to get things done. Although I am pleased that we now have a functioning government, I am cautious about the Conservative’s position on Cap and Trade. Prior to the federal election, the Canadian Science Advisory Board advised the Conservative government to […]mediaguy
- A New Charter of Rights May 26, 2011A few months ago, I rented a car in Costa Rica. To my surprise, the car rental company offered to provide me with a mobile phone for 30 days with unlimited calling anywhere in the country for just $10. I was shocked at how economical it was to provide the service. When I inquired about […]mediaguy
- Building The Future On The Past April 26, 2011There has been a lot of talk about growth in Wilmot Township recently with many references to the province’s “Places to Grow” policy. The foundational principles of the document are to restrict growth in agricultural areas and to intensify growth in urban areas. There is abundant evidence that this policy is highly flawed and is […]mediaguy
- Politics From 10,000 Feet – Corruption March 10, 2011Waterloo Region has a whole new team of enthusiastic politicians eager to make their mark on the political fabric of our communities. I have high expectations for the good that can come from even one persistent, skilled, visionary leader. I think of Ira Needles and Jerry Hagey, co-founders of the University of Waterloo, whose positive […]mediaguy
- RIM From 10,000 Feet December 1, 2011
Category Archives: What is a Forerunner
A Peasant Farmer / A Visionary Leader
Speculation is …the making of money out of the manipulation of prices, instead of supplying of goods and services. Henry Ford As a young man growing up in Bavaria (Germany) Christian Nafzinger realized that he and his family were different than the other people in their community. They were outsiders and were looked on with [...]
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Tagged as: Christian Nafzinger, pioneers, Speculation, Wilmot Township
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Getting Off The Grid
When you step back from the trees and see the forest you realize that the problems in the economy are not just another “bump in the road” but the signs of the end of an era. In the last 20 years we have seen the collapse of communism, 9-11, and the failure of capitalism. We [...]
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Tagged as: Bio Diesel, Change, Environmentalist, Forerunners, Garbage Warrior, Host's Posts, Ian Graham, Michael Reynolds, Paul Weigel, Solar engery, solar Power, Sustainable housing, The Forerunner Project, The New economy, Visionaries
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CKWR Interview – The Forerunner Project
Our good friend Mary-Lou Schagena from Monday Night with The Arts (CKWR – 98.5 FM) did this interview with me recently. She is a forerunner and a great host who knows just how to ask the right questions at just the right time. Take a listen! CKWR Interview
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Love Your Enemies
Most forerunners exhibit a strong desire to establish their values early in life because their ideals and their ideas are the foundation for all that they do. Mark Yantzi grew up in the Amish faith near Punkeydoodles Corners south west of New Hamburg. The second world war was still a recent memory and Mark felt [...]
The Art of Revolution
This is the 1 year anniversary of the Forerunner Column and in this edition we are going to look at one of the most important aspects of creating a forerunner friendly climate in a community or organization and how the arts are the forerunner of innovation and creative change. The word revolution may seem to [...]
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Tagged as: activism, art, Film Review, Forerunner, Forerunners, Host's Posts, Paul Weigel, Revolution, The Forerunner Project
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Forerunners and Projects
Forerunners are pioneers, initiators, and problem solvers who are motivated to build, create, innovate and reform what ever they are engaged in. Refounding our businesses, education, government, and communities, by encouraging and supporting forerunners in our community is critial to entering the new enconomy.
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Tagged as: Community growth, Forerunners, Paul Weigel, pioneers, The Forerunner Project, Vision
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Building Peace, Preventing War
In 1976, Ernie and Nancy Regehr returned to Canada from a 3 year term in South Africa and Zambia. The 70s were a tumultuous season of the beginnings of change, marked by a heightened awareness in the western world for human rights such as apartheid, relief of poverty, and greater corporate responsibility. The Regehrs were [...]
Leading The Great Reformation
For the past 30 years I have been fascinated with how individuals are gifted with certain strengths, and how all people have a unique set of talents, abilities, and motivations. Within this quest for understanding about giftedness, I discovered the “forerunner”. Although I was familiar with the forerunners of the Bible such as Elijah, John [...]
“WANTED: 150,000 Engineers
Visionary Forerunner Ira Needles revolutionizes education in Canada with coop engineering program that vaults the University of Waterloo onto the world stage over night. A Brilliant plan well executed by a skilled leader. Learn how he did it>>>>>
3 Million Canadians Will Die
A David and Goliath story of a true forerunner who has served, fought and overcome the tobacco industry for the lives of millions of people.
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Tagged as: activism, activist, environment, Film Review, Forerunner, Forerunners, Garfield Mahood, non smoker's rights
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A Desire to Serve –
Most projects start with a picture in a person’s mind of what they want to achieve, but others begin with a motivation to do something. Those projects that are founded on a motivation to serve have no destination in mind other than to satisfy the simple thirst within the heart. No one sets out to [...]
What Do YOU See When You See A Wolf?
John and Mary Theberge have been studying wolves for more than 40 years. They discovered early in their career that some people look at a wolf and see beauty, and others see an evil menace which should be destroyed. That single contrast in views has been at the heart of a lifelong struggle to save [...]
Vision, Character, and Courage
Leaders can not lead unless they can see where they are going and that takes vision. This ability to see what “can be” is what makes forerunners convincing leaders because they are passionate about where they are going. Our subject in this edition of The Forerunner is an historical figure renowned in this community in [...]
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Tagged as: Adma Beck, Baden Ontario, E. W. B. Synder, Forerunners, Hydro Electric Power, Paul Weigel
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Start With a Handshake
A handshake is a common cultural tradition in the western world. It has been used to start friendships, seal binding agreements, and show “no malice” in competitive sports. But for David Wang (pronounced Wong) Professor of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Waterloo, a handshake has become a symbol of realizing a dream. [...]
Live Your Dream
When Linda Laepple (nee Schabel) came to Canada in 1980 from Germany, she had no idea of the importance the next 11 years would have in preparing her for what lay ahead. Her experience working on a horse farm near Stratford laid a foundation and appreciation for Canada which would later become an important part [...]
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Tagged as: Biogas, Environmentalist, Forerunners, pioneers, Turbines, Visionaries, Wind power
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We Are The Earth
Forerunners are people who walk the path that is revealed by the light they receive. In our first column about forerunners we introduced some of their characteristics and personality traits. Although they may come from many different domains within our society, they have a few common character qualities. They passionately and tenaciously pursue something they [...]
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Tagged as: Forerunners, homeopathic medicines, natural farming, Organic farming, Wisdom radio
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An Introduction to The Forerunner
(originally Published in the New Hamburg Independent – June, 2008) By Paul Weigel The Independent is beginning a new monthly column and I am pleased to have the opportunity to communicate a fascinating aspect of our world about which I have grown to be very passionate. This new column will feature stories of local and [...]
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Tagged as: Forerunners, giftedness, motivation living your dreams, pioneers, visonaries
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Dr. Devereaux – A Candidate for a Forerunner Award
The Story: Patients taking beta blockers, the cornerstone of treatment for heart disease since the 1970s, are a third more likely to die within a month of surgery and twice as likely to suffer a stroke, a study found. Dr P.J. Devereaux, a cardiologist and epidemiologist at McMaster University in Hamilton, Canada, who led the [...]
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The Forerunner Project
Within every society there are people who are motivated to build, innovate, create, and reform. These are the visionaries, pioneers, leaders and reformers and they can be found in every occupation, institution, and strata of society. They are the non-conformists who question everything and who are passionate about finding a better way to do things. [...]
The Forerunner Project(s)
Forerunner Projects 1. The Forerunner Film Festival and Awards – Forerunners respond to vision and modeling and the Forerunner Film Festival will tell stories of forerunners and social entrepreneurs who have made significant contributions to society. Our focus is on youth because it is our most prudent investment. High school and college age students will [...]
Forerunners
Everyone wants to accomplish something in their life that has significance, because living for something that is bigger than ourselves gives us pleasure, meaning, and worth. Every human is gifted with talents and abilities which when they are inspired, sharpened through use and nurtured, can transformation every area of our world. Never has their been [...]