Business by Referral Ottawa

12/07/2025

In an industry that requires honesty, transparency and trust, Dr. Matthew, owner of Centrepointe Chiropractic, took the time to share the story of his past, both personally and professionally.

If you believe trust is an important quality in a chiropractor, Matthew is the clear choice!

12/04/2025

December is here, and so is Ottawa's best guide to local holiday events!

11/30/2025

This week, Wayne Routledge showed off how prolific of a handyman he truly is! From media installations to stone masonry, Wayne left us all asking, "is there anything he won't do??"

If your home needs work done, your home needs Wayne Routledge!

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(613) 828-8752

11/27/2025

Does it ever feel like paying off your mortgage early is an impossible task? Well, in the latest edition of the BBR Blog, Reni McNeil reveals the small improvements you can make to your mortgage payment plan that result in HUGE changes down the road!

A mortgage is one of the largest financial commitments most people make, and the interest paid over the decades can be substantial.

11/26/2025

NEW BRANDING ANNOUNCEMENT!! Looks like Andrew is keeping things fresh by teaming up with Shine Creative on a slick new graphics package. Looks great!

Rebranded! Could not be more happy with the outcome. It was time to update. From new digital materials to business cards to social media to promo and graphics to use in my next presentation for Business by Referral Ottawa ! Waiting on the delivery now and can't wait. A big shout out to my favourite graphic artist, Ali Murphy of Shine Creative, https://shinecreative.ca/ She helped me achieve my vision and couldn't be more happier with her work. We both work together on making our clients shine brighter, with a professional and creative design they've always dreamed of. Reach out and I'm so glad to help you on your next rebrand, Ali and I will make it all come to life.

11/24/2025

In the latest edition to the BBR Blog, Clifton Bond, owner of Sospita Safety Management, tells us why their new car seat safety initiative is so important in keeping your loved ones safe. Did you know 80% of car seats have some level of misuse???? When you're done reading this post, you're definitely going to want to contact Clifton to make sure your little ones are protected!

While many know Sospita for their long-standing dedication to first aid training and comprehensive first aid supplies, the vision for Sospita Safety Management has always been to evolve into a full-spectrum resource for health and safety.

11/20/2025

Wow... Really goes to show how "just checking" your phone can lead to some serious injuries to people inside and outside your vehicle

🚗💥 How Far Does Your Car Really Travel When You Look Away?

👀 "It's just a quick glance..."
But even at city speeds, distracted driving can turn a short look into a long, dangerous distance.

⚙️ Stopping distance = Reaction distance + Braking distance

Let's do the math 👇

🛣️ At 50 km/h, your vehicle travels about 13.9 metres per second (roughly 3 car lengths every second!).

✅ If you're paying attention:

Average reaction time = 1.5 seconds

Reaction distance = 13.9 × 1.5 = 20.8 metres

Average braking distance = about 25 metres

🔹 Total stopping distance = ~45 metres
That's about half a soccer field - even when alert!

📱 Now add distraction:

Looking at your phone for 2 seconds = 13.9 × 2 = 27.8 metres traveled before you even react.

💥 That extra glance means your total stopping distance can jump from 45 metres to over 70 metres - and that can easily be the difference between a close call and a collision.

🚦 Keep your eyes up. The text, the notification, the playlist - it can wait.

11/14/2025

With so much confusion surrounding mortgages and interest rates, we're so lucky to have Reni McNeil in the group!

Reni gave us an inside look on ways she helps her clients pay off their mortgages faster, increase their financial flexibility, and pay less interest over the course of their loan.

If you have an upcoming mortgage renewal, you MUST talk to Reni!

https://renimcneil.ca/
Phone: 613-447-1297

11/05/2025

Lovely! Can't wait to see more photos from BBR's newest member!

10/29/2025

WOOF! I bet the owner is glad to get rid of all that extra hair!

10/28/2025

In the latest edition of the BBR Blog, Andrew Wardell reminds us of just how important conferences can be to small business owners! From continued education to keeping up with the latest trends, conferences help keep you business modern and growing!

Attending industry conferences can be a game-changer for business owners and digital professionals. They serve as vital hubs for learning the latest trends, connecting with peers, and gaining actionable insights that can immediately impact a company's strategy.

10/22/2025

Love this! BBR members know how powerful referrals can be, for realtors & all businesses!

🚀 Core Competency #1: Social Skills
The most successful REALTORS® don’t build businesses on cold leads—they build them on relationships. Referrals account for 80% of the business of top agents.
Focus on connection over collection. Ten meaningful relationships will outperform 100 business cards any day.
👉 Ask yourself: Who in my network could I reconnect with today?