David Dyck

In no particular order: nature, reading, travelling, the Vancouver Canucks, the Wheel of Time, and fintech

[David Dyck @davidcdyck]

Prime example of ownership ignoring reality to the detriment of the organization's best interest long term

[Brook Ward @brookwardsports]

Mike Gillis wanted a rebuild. They got rid of him.
And here we are.
Trevor Linden wanted a rebuild. They got rid of him.
And here we are.
Canucks Owner can't handle the truth.
So here we are.

[David Moscrop @David_Moscrop]

We should have stopped here. We had solitaire. We had ICQ. We had that screensaver with the flying toaster. We still had a chance.

[Justin Trudeau @JustinTrudeau]

You can’t take our country — and you can’t take our game.

[Financial Planning Association of Canada @fpacanada]

Here at FPAC, February is about giving back.

Whether that’s through pro bono work, volunteering, advocacy, or promoting financial empowerment …

People in our community believe in stepping up and making an impact.

And this month, we’re sharing those stories.

The quiet victories of guiding someone in need — a young family, or a low-income senior, or a New Canadian — toward financial security.

Because small actions add up.

Last year throughout February, our community shared a story every day on social media.

Shining a light, and setting an example.

Sharing the actions they take and impacts they make.

Because the impact is real.

It’s planners working with families who need guidance but can’t afford it.

It’s volunteers helping communities build financial literacy.

It’s professionals advocating for greater accessibility to financial planning.

Stories of planners making an impact in ways big and small.

This year, we’re doing it again.

So, here’s our challenge to you:

Take a moment to reflect on the ways you already give back.

How do you make space for giving back in your practice?

We’re asking you to share your own story—how you give back, why it matters, and what impact you’ve seen.

If you’re up to it, take the Pro Bono Pledge.

The Pledge is a resolution to set aside even just 5% of your time to pro bono work.

Even a small commitment—whether it’s a few hours a month or a project here and there—adds up to real impact.

This is what being part of FPAC is all about—showing up, stepping up, and leading by example.

A little bit of your time can add up to a whole lot of impact.

[Ray Dalio @RayDalio]

Proximate causes are typically the actions (or lack of actions) that lead to problems, so they are described with verbs (I missed the train because I didn't check the train schedule). Root causes run much deeper and they are typically described with adjectives (I didn't check the train schedule because I am forgetful). You can only truly solve your problems by removing their root causes, and to do that, you must distinguish the symptoms from the disease. #principleoftheday

[David Dyck @davidcdyck]

People are more complex than simple and limiting labels of "left" and "right" and this is a good start towards a better, richer understanding of Canadians.

Beyond Left & Right: Another Way of Understanding Canadian Public Opinion, by @DavidColetto https://t.co/4saI54PDa4

[CityNews Vancouver @CityNewsVAN]

WATCH: The Union Gospel Mission held its 81st annual Christmas dinner on Saturday, welcoming hundreds of people wanting a warm and comforting meal. Angela Bower (@AngelaReport) has the story. https://t.co/SuimZs8VXw

[Startup Archive @StartupArchive_]

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt on why you should hire the divas: “Steve Jobs was a diva”

“If you read any management textbook, it says ‘don’t hire the divas’ because they’re nothing but a pain in the ass. And by the way, they are. But the people who are the divas—who believe—are the ones who will drive the culture and company to excellence. Steve Jobs was a diva. I worked with Bill Joy who was my colleague for many years—he’s an example of a diva. And I mean this in the most flattering way: they expect a lot, they drive people hard, they’re controversial, and they care passionately. If you find those people, you’re probably going to work for one so be nice to them.”

However, Eric does not mean that you should tolerate arrogant jerks at your company.

In his book How Google Works, he uses use the terms “divas” and “knaves” to distinguish between who you should tolerate and who you shouldn’t:

“Knavish behavior is a product of low integrity; diva-ish behavior is one of high exceptionalism. Knaves prioritize the individual over the team; divas think they are better than the team, but want success equally for both. Knaves need to be dealt with as quickly as possible. But as long as their contributions match their outlandish egos, divas should be tolerated and even protected. Great people are often unusual and difficult, and some of those quirks can be quite off-putting. Since culture is about social norms and divas refuse to be normal, cultural factors can conspire to sweep out the divas along with the knaves. As long as people can figure out any way to work with the divas, and the divas’ achievements outweigh the collateral damage caused by their diva ways, you should fight for them. They will pay off your investment by doing interesting things.”

Source: @GreylockVC

[David Dyck @davidcdyck]

This is a great opportunity for students starting their career in financial planning to join a community of professionals to help them on their journey!

[Financial Planning Association of Canada @fpacanada]

At FPAC, community is our competitive advantage.

So we’re introducing something new to open our doors even wider.

From studying for your CFP or your degree, to starting your career as a #financialplanner, there is a huge transition.

It can come with a ton of questions and uncertainty.

Not to mention the feeling that you have to face it all on your own.

FPAC members include hundreds of advisors from across Canada, who come to us with all kinds of different levels of experience and areas of expertise.

But when they join, many of them say the same thing.

“I feel like I have found my people.”

In the working world, a community like that can be hard to find.

But we think it’s essential.

That’s why we’ve created a new student membership category.

Do you want to connect with industry leaders and experienced advisors?

Do you want a chance to learn, find jobs, and really get ahead?

Well, as an FPAC Student Member you can:

→ Join all our webinars & events
→ Access our education database
→ Be part of our Members’ Forum
→ Connect with experienced planners
→ (And with fellow students!)

You get almost all the same benefits as with full-fledged membership, which costs $500 a year.

But for students, the annual fee is only …

$30.

We want to elevate our profession.

We want to make the future of financial planning the best it can possibly be.

And the future of financial planning …

That’s you.

P.S. Are you a student interested in signing up for $30/year membership? Reach out to us with your questions or sign up online at [www.] fpassociation [.ca]

P.P.S. Are you a professor, instructor, or mentor of students like these? Help us spread the word!

[Rob Williams @RobTheHockeyGuy]

Roberto Luongo, Stanley Cup champion

[David Dyck @davidcdyck]

@TheStanchion

[David Dyck @davidcdyck]

@patersonjeff @RobTheHockeyGuy As long as it doesn't cost an arm AND a leg

[Brandon Sanderson @BrandSanderson]

Yes, I did it again. https://t.co/bQXLHLSYzn

[David Dyck @davidcdyck]

@danriccio_ It's a Festivus miracle!

[David Dyck @davidcdyck]

@TheStanchion Is it just my imagination, or do the letters of his name seem unusually crooked? It seems like the letters aren't aligned correctly 🤔

[Donnie & Dhali @DonnieandDhali]

Congratulations @DonTaylor5 on the much deserved @BCSportsHall honour!

[David Dyck @davidcdyck]

@CarpainterChris @CityNewsVAN That one looks like a Barred Owl

[David Dyck @davidcdyck]

@zach_minyard @tomgreenlive This was one of the most underrated comedies of all time.

[David Dyck @davidcdyck]

@SadClubCommish Certainly adequate.

[David Dyck @davidcdyck]

@CIDirectInvest Happy to share @aphallam's Balance with our clients, a great read heading into a New Year!