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Stephanie Ostermann

I’m the sort of girl who you meet for coffee and end up pouring your entire heart out to. The friend you come to when you need someone to call it straight. No bullshit. No extras. Just truth. I’m a communicator. That’s a PC way of saying I like to talk, but I also spend a lot of my time listening, and over the years, I’ve developed a sense for subtext – how one or two words can change your entire message, what people are really trying to say and how to weave the varied layers of your story into one cohesive brand message that your clients fall in love with. When I'm not acting as editor in chief for Vivid & Brave, you can find me geeking out over words at www.stephanieo.ca

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LifeApril 18, 2014

5 Things My Mom Taught Me

By Stephanie Ostermann

Today marks my mom’s 60th birthday.  She’ll probably want to kill me for telling you that, but I think of anyone, she has come into this period in her life with grace,…

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Brave & Bright Spotlight, Universe DentersApril 12, 2014

The Wish List | Brave & Bright Spotlight

By Stephanie Ostermann

Those who know me know that I am irresistibly attracted to universe denters – people making an impact on the people and world around them, no matter how small. It was that…

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Business, Inspiration, Motivatation, Universe DentersApril 11, 2014

Guilt Trippin’

By Stephanie Ostermann

Two mornings ago I woke up feeling guilty. Guilty that I rejoiced at the end of Spring Break when my kids went back to school. Guilty that I was about to book…

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Life, Quotes, Universe DentersApril 8, 2014

Write it as a dream…

By Stephanie Ostermann

“Write it as a dream, read it as a goal.” -Sakurai Sho

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Brave & Bright Spotlight, Universe DentersApril 5, 2014

Angie Piskorski | Brave & Bright Spotlight

By Stephanie Ostermann

The Brave & Bright Spotlight took a week off for Spring break! This week’s introduction to our Spotlight is written by Jane Ammon, who nominated Angie Piskorski. I remember the moment I…

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Wedgies are not worth it in your life or your business. What are you doing that is uncomfortable just to please others? Isn't it time you stopped?
Business, LifeApril 2, 2014

Wedgies Aren’t Worth It (In Your Life or Your Business)

By Stephanie Ostermann

I got my first thong when I was around 16 years old. I remember this distinctly because the gift tag said “Don’t open these in front of your cousins!” The cousins being…

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You Save Yourself….
LifeMarch 25, 2014

You Save Yourself….

By Stephanie Ostermann

  You must save yourself, or remain unsaved. -Alice Sebold

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Brave & Bright Spotlight, Universe DentersMarch 22, 2014

Jen Snyder | Brave & Bright Spotlight

By Stephanie Ostermann

Our new Saturday Series, the Brave & Bright Spotlight, was created to highlight the stories of universe denting women who are changing the world and their lives by facing adversity head on,…

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Business, Life, Universe DentersMarch 21, 2014

How to Create Meaningful Connections

By Stephanie Ostermann

“This might make me sound like a creepy stalker, but I’ve passed you in the halls a few times this week and every time I see you, I keep thinking how beautiful…

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LifeMarch 20, 2014

My Unrequited Love Affair with Books: Things You Should Know

By Stephanie Ostermann

Growing up, I was a voracious reader. I had a book – everywhere-. At the dinner table. On the bus. In the bathroom. I read every extra minute I had.  I loved…

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