Take Roots Consulting

06/08/2026

Twelve years ago, I found myself sitting down with two Canadian Olympic gold medallists—Kaillie Armbruster [Humphries] and Heather Moyse.

At the time, it felt like one of those “how is this my job?” moments.

I was working with Sofina Foods and had the opportunity to interview them about their journey, their mindset, and what it takes to perform at the highest level. It was absolutely a career highlight—and honestly, it still is.

This photo popped up in my memories last week, and it stopped me for a minute.

Most days, we’re focused on the next deliverable, the next challenge, the next problem to solve. We move from meeting to meeting, project to project, rarely pausing long enough to look over our shoulder.

But sometimes it’s worth it.

Not just for the big milestones, but for the small moments too. The conversations. The opportunities you didn’t see coming. The experiences that quietly shape who you become.

What’s funny is that 2014 feels both like a lifetime ago and somehow like yesterday.

A lot has changed since then. Different roles. Different challenges. Different versions of me.

But seeing this reminded me of something important: I’m still learning. Still chasing interesting opportunities. Still saying yes to things that make me a little nervous. Still collecting stories.

And the fact that I believe there are more highlights ahead than behind?

That’s pretty cool in and of itself.

06/01/2026

Someone out there still remembers the day you showed up with kindness.

Not because you had to.
Not because it was strategic.
But because it’s who you are.

That stuff sticks.
That stuff spreads.

Kindness isn’t a campaign. It’s a legacy.
Keep planting it. 💙💛

Tag or share this with someone whose kindness has stayed with you. Let them know it mattered.

05/23/2026

Resetting creates space for inspiration.

Lately, I’ve been reminded that some of the best ideas don’t come from pushing harder. They come from pausing long enough to notice what’s around you.

My backyard is one of my favourite places to hang out this time of year. Full bloom. Morning light. Coffee in hand. A little reminder that growth doesn’t always have to be loud to be powerful.

As builders, leaders, caregivers, founders, volunteers — we spend so much time pouring out into everyone else. Sometimes the most productive thing we can do is step back, breathe, and let ourselves refill.

That’s where clarity shows up for me. That’s where inspiration sneaks back in.

What’s your reset space lately?

Cups up,
Stephanie

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

Steal this Reel idea for your next post 😉

Seriously. This is one of the easiest ways to show up online without overthinking it.

Here’s how to use this as a REMIX:
1. Grab the audio
2. Film 10 seconds of you walking
3. Add your version of the hook:

“On my way to tell them what I really think about [FILL IN THE BLANK].

Now make it yours.

A few ideas:
• networking events
• burnout culture
• imposter syndrome
• charging your worth
• starting before you feel ready
• why consistency matters
• building community
• marketing without being cringe
• asking for sponsorships
• showing up scared anyway

Confidence doesn’t come from having the perfect Reel.
It comes from practicing visibility.

This is your reminder that content creation does NOT have to be complicated to be effective.

Use this as a REMIX and tag me so I can hype you up in the comments

Cups up,
Smile

05/10/2026

Today, I’m thinking about the mamas wearing multiple hats.

The ones raising kids while raising businesses.
The ones showing up for everyone else while quietly holding so much themselves.
The ones building communities, creating opportunities, and still finding a way to keep going on very little sleep and a whole lot of love.

I’m also thinking about the women who shaped us.
The moms, grandmas, aunties, mentors, and mama figures who loved us into believing more was possible for our lives. The ones who supported us before we even knew what we were capable of.

And especially the ones who are no longer here, but still show up in the way we care for people, lead with heart, and keep moving forward.

Motherhood looks different for everyone.
Sometimes it’s kids. Sometimes it our fur babies.
Sometimes it’s businesses, communities, ideas, teams, or people who needed someone to believe in them.

So today, I’m raising a coffee cup ☕ to all the women carrying that energy into the world every single day.

Thank you for the love you give.
Thank you for the strength you carry.
And thank you for continuing to show those around you what’s possible.

Rooting for you always,
Stephanie

05/07/2026

11 years ago today, I made it official.

I incorporated Take Roots with a simple belief that good work, done with intention, can help people and organizations grow.

Before Take Roots, there were people who took a chance on me. People who taught me, challenged me, trusted me. Every role, every project, every lesson built the foundation for what this would become.

And since then, it’s been shaped by the clients I’ve had the privilege to serve. The ones who invited me into their work, their ideas, their ambitions. The ones who trusted me with the messy middle, not just the polished outcome.

Those relationships didn’t just build Take Roots, they expanded what I thought was possible.

They’re also what led me to the work I do today at Edmonton Unlimited.

The same drive that pushed me to start Take Roots—the desire to build, support, and grow something meaningful now shows up in a different way. And while Take Roots may not be growing at the same pace it once was (because, well, there are only so many hours in a day), its impact is still very much alive.

In fact, the opportunity I have now wouldn’t exist without it.

So today is about more than a milestone. It’s about recognizing how it all connects. The people. The trust. The work. The evolution.

To everyone who’s been part of the journey, before and after incorporation, thank you.

This has never been a solo act.

04/15/2026

If you run a service-based business and your content isn’t turning into inquiries…
It’s probably not your service.
It’s your messaging.

Try this.
Use this simple 3-part caption formula:
1️⃣Hook: Call out a real moment your client is in
2️⃣Shift: Reframe what’s actually going on
3️⃣Next Step: Tell them what to do next

Here’s what it could look like in real life:

For a coach / mentor:
Not sure what a business coach would actually do for you? It’s not just ‘advice’—it’s having someone help you see what’s not working and give you a clear path forward. Book a 30-minute session and come with one challenge—you’ll leave with your next 3 steps.

For a hair stylist:
Feel like your hair never looks the same after you leave the salon? It’s not your hair—it’s that no one showed you how to style it at home. Next time you’re in my chair, ask me for a 2-minute walkthrough so you can recreate the look.

That’s it.
One clear message NOT 10 vague posts.

Drop your business in the comments and I’ll give you a caption you can use.

Smiles and lattes,
Stephanie ☕️

02/21/2026

Building something meaningful — a business, a brand, a reputation, a community — rarely gives you overnight proof that it’s working.

It’s more like quiet traction.
Unsexy consistency.
Tiny pivots.
Another draft.
Another call.
Another Monday where you decide to show up again.

Momentum doesn’t usually announce itself. It builds in the background while you’re doing the work.

And the only real way to lose?

Opting out too soon.

If you’re in a season where progress feels slower than you’d like, consider this a friendly reminder: the roots are growing even when you can’t see them yet.

Rooted. Steady. Still showing up.
— Stephanie

Smash the ❤️ if you’re choosing consistency.
Comment “STILL HERE” if you’re not quitting.
Tag someone who’s doing the quiet, steady work.