10 key decisions for business ownersKey decision 5 - How will you reduce your risk?As a business owner, you’ve worked hard to accumulate your assets, so it is important to…
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How will you reduce your risk?
by Scott Donovan

You Don't Know Jack - Tax Advantaged Investing
by Anonymous
For non-registered investments, the simplest way to increase the rate of return on your investments is to pay less tax on the income that is earned.The calculation of your tax…

$elling Home$ for Lutherwood
by Ian Inglis
I am excited to announce that my new charitable initiative for 2015 is to help support Lutherwood, and create more awareness in our local community about Children’s mental health.…

The 80 / 20 Rule: What Is It and What Does It Mean To Me
by Peter Zoeller
People throw out the 80/20 rule but really don't know what it means and how to use it. To understand the 80/20 rule we need a bit of history:Vilfredo Federico Damaso Pareto (born…

Attracting and retaining top talent in your business
by Scott Donovan
10 key decisions for business ownersKey decision 4 - Attracting and retaining top talent in your businessThe loss of a key employee can be very expensive to an organization,…

'ME Inc.' - How To Stand Out in a Crowd
by Gary Brown
In my last corporate role, I remember being on the machine shop floor speaking with a couple of CNC (computer numerically controlled) machining centre operators. They were part of…

The Full Customer Service Experience
by Linda Ockwell-Jenner
Again and again I realize people just don't get customer service. It's not about giving a little bit of great customer service, it has to be awesome and create an experience from…

What should you do with surplus cash?
by Scott Donovan
10 key decisions for business ownersKey decision 3 – What should you do with surplus cash?If you are the owner-manager of a private Canadian corporation and have surplus cash…

How can you reduce taxes?
by Scott Donovan
10 key decisions for business ownersKey decision 2 – How can you reduce taxes?Many business owners have substantial personal assets invested in their business. This can have…

Now is the time to make your Website Mobile-Friendly!
by Dave Scott
Google has given us a warning about their next Google algorithm update. They have posted a notification that they will be including mobile-friendliness as a ranking factor…

What is the best structure for your business?
by Scott Donovan
10 key decisions for business ownersKey decision 1 – What is the best structure for your business?Whether you already own your business, are thinking of starting a business from…

Words Have Power
by Linda Ockwell-Jenner
Words have power, words can mean the difference between success and failure.By using the right words you are able to influence others.If you use the wrong words you will give the…