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I have a wonderful website, it does a great job of sharing with everyone who I am, what I do, how they can contact me etc, but this time last year Dave Ockwell-Jenner, my business…
Asleep at the Wheel Are you aware — truly aware — of the precise moment you drift off to sleep at night? No?Well, the same is true when you're behind the wheel. You could…
Mistakes to Avoid when Running a Small Business:January 19, 2013 Small Business Comments Neglecting ExpendituresIt may cost money to make money, but spending too much…
Ionization versus Photoelectric smoke alarms In 1977 around 22% of homes had at least one smoke alarm. By 2009 around 96% of homes have at least one alarm. However…
Rejection is harsh, how we cope with it depends on our personality type and also why we were rejected. I was amazed today when I looked up the word "rejection" and found all these…
Did you know that IT Security doesn't need to be viewed purely as a 'cost' to your business. It can be an enabler of growth and a distinct market differentiator.Read my guest blog…
Many people are curious about what the housing market will look like in 2013, especially if they’re looking to buy or sell a home. Since housing is seen as a leading indicator of…
Buy yourself some fresh flowers or a cheery plantInvite friends over for dinner, dessert or a games nightGo outside every day – even a 15-minute walk will help lift…
Well, it's a New Year and I, for one, have decided that this year will be amazing! What about you?There is an old saying that says, if you keep doing what you've been doing…
Accountabilty, it really sets you apart from the rabble. If that sounds rude then so be it, but it is the truth. Small business owners who blame everything on someone else will…
The Accessibility for Ontarians With Disabilities Act (AODA) is not about making buildings accessible: it's about how people with disabilities access your services. An…
LindaOJ here one of the co-founders of the Small Business Community Network, and I want to wish everyone a Happy & Healthy New Year, 2013 is going to be awesome!As a small biz…