Not using social media in the workplace, in fact, is starting to make about as much sense as not using the phone or email.

Everyone told me you can't build a major tech company in Canada. There just aren't enough investors or engineers or top-level managers. Each day, I'm driven to prove them wrong.

What drives me is the prospect of turning an obstacle into a business opportunity, and then growing that into something lasting and rewarding.

I think that Vancouver as well as Canada needs a boot camp for young entrepreneurs. We have already seen tens if not hundreds of people put their names forward to be involved in the program, and we just think this is an amazing way to accelerate what theyre doing.

Not using social media in the workplace, in fact, is starting to make about as much sense as not using the phone or email.

Social media is the future, with employers recognizing they need to start hiring people with the right skills.

For everybody in their busy lives, you need to invest in sharpening your tools, and you need to invest in longevity.