“Discomfort is always a necessary part of the process of enlightenment” -Pearl Cleage There are many reasons to spend time writing quality social media posts for your business. Whether you choose to wield your own words, or borrow someone else’s, as in the above quote, a great caption can take your audience to great places, […]
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What the Canada-US-Mexico Free Trade Agreement means to you & your business
Nearly three years in the making, the revamped NAFTA agreement came into effect on Canada Day, July 1, 2020. Our federal government calls it the Canada-United States-Mexico Free Trade Agreement (CUSMA), while U.S. president Donald Trump refers to it as the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The lack of agreement on the name of the agreement nicely sums […]
Fostering Resilience in the Workplace
True resilience is more than simply bouncing back from a setback or challenge. We’re not spring-loaded, impenetrable orbs after all. Some of the most transformative self-awareness and personal growth comes from processing challenges or failure. Resilience is what prepares us so we can withstand adversity and come out of it stronger and better. Building resilience […]
Innovative ways businesses keep going during COVID-19
As the saying goes, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. Montreal distiller Paul Cirka decided to take his own spin on this old adage when life – or more accurately, his supplier – gave him corn. Instead of turning corn into gin, he made hand sanitizer. Cirka Distilleries is one of many businesses finding […]
Start a New Decade with These 5 Noteworthy Lessons from Small Business Owners
Entrepreneurs, in particular small business operators and owners, are not strangers to trial and error and misstep. What is important is what we learn and take away to fuel our next move. Here are a few lessons from small business owners to lead us into a new decade! Hiring Key People. Susan Guillory, President of […]
Local Marketing Tips: Benefits of Event Sponsorship
Sponsoring a local event — like a fun run or a festival — is a great way to boost exposure for your small business and connect directly with potential customers, while also contributing to your local community. To maximize the benefits of event sponsorship, you’ll want to do it right. Learn how hosting or sponsoring […]
How to Choose a Business Structure: Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, or Corporation?
Whether you’re thinking about starting a side hustle for extra income or making the leap to becoming your own boss, there’s a lot to consider when starting a small business. One of the first decisions to make is the type of business structure you need. In Canada, your business can operate as a sole proprietorship, […]
