Business by Referral Ottawa

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?

10/20/2025

In the latest edition of the BBR Blog, Wayne Throop gives us a taste of his new book, "The Reality of Real Estate", and talks about what it REALLY takes to be a real estate agent in 2025. and beyond.

With both ups and downs, it's an unflinching reflection on what it takes to make it in the business, and a great guide for those looking to pursue this potentially profitable career path!

The book is available on Amazon in paperback, hardcover, and even on Kindle!
https://a.co/d/aRXlkoo

The world of real estate often conjures images of significant wealth, luxury cars, and a flexible schedule spent mostly on the golf course. However, the reality for the vast majority of professionals in the industry is far more complex and demanding. To truly succeed, one needs to understand the mar

10/08/2025

Amazing! That peeler looks like an autumn must have!

10/06/2025

Ever wonder the about benefits of getting your car professionally detailed over just using a drive through car wash? Wonder no more!

In the latest edition of the BBR Blog, David from David's Detailing fairly compares the pros and cons of both methods, so you can find the clean that matches your needs!

Car detailing and car washes both serve the same basic purpose: to clean a vehicle. But the methods, results, and overall value they provide are fundamentally different. Understanding these distinctions can help car owners make an informed decision based on their needs, budget, and the level of care

10/03/2025

Today we got an exclusive inside look at the glamorous life of a real estate broker! The catch? Believe it or not, the Hollywood depiction of the high flying, big spending real estate agent isn't quite true! Turns out, being an agent requires hard work to succeed, just like any other job.

For more information of what it takes to live the life of an agent, look no further than Wayne's recently published book! Available on Amazon NOW!

https://a.co/d/dS6lk9D

10/02/2025

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09/26/2025

This week's presentation took an exciting turn! Clifton of Sospita Safety Management used his time to announce the start of his new child car seat safety initiative!

If you're a parent, you know just how important keeping your child safe and secure while driving can be. With a combination of safety workshops and custom installation services, you can rest assured that your child's car safety has been taken care of!

For more information, visit Clifton's page or email info@sospita.ca