General Rick Hillier (Ret.) applied what he learned in the military to create a profitable career in public speaking and creating his own speaking agency. But what support is there for other members of Canadian Forces looking to turn to entrepreneurship?
“Business Planning” for Small Business
Preparing Your Business to Survive Disaster
You’ve heard the statistics and read the media stories about how a major disaster can wreak havoc on a business, particularly a small business. But it’s not all doom and gloom. With a well-thought-out emergency preparedness plan you can help minimize the disruption to your business.
Avoiding Business Failure by Improving Cash Flow
Why is cash flow so important for a business? A simple answer to this question is that without proper cash management, no business can survive. By understanding your cash flow it allows you to make wise investments and protect your company’s growth.
Are You Ready to Quit Your Job and Work in Your Startup Full Time?
One of the most important decisions an entrepreneur can make is the decision to quit their job. It is a critical transition that can have longstanding consequences. Quit too early or without the right preparation and your business may never get the chance to succeed.
Selecting the Right Products to Sell Online
The world has been buying products online for decades now. But while certain customers have different comfort levels between pressing the
10 Tips for Conquering Start-Up Fears
Making the decision to start out on your own can be scary. Even if you are a fan of change and challenges, the uncertainty of a start-up can often be a barrier to pursuing your dream and idea. To help you overcome those barriers, here are 10 tips to conquering your start-up fears.
4 Financial Obstacles for Business Success
It is essential when starting out that you are aware of all the relevant tax rules for your business, locally, provincially and federally.The best way to avoid this issue is to stay on the offensive – always be as educated as possible about the applicable tax laws.
5 Signs You Need a Mentor
Many famous and rich entrepreneurs have boosted their success with mentors. Take billionaire entrepreneur Richard Branson who dropped out of school at the age of 16 and started his first business with a $300 loan from his mother. So how did he do it? With the help of mentor, Sir Freddie Laker.
Take the Pain Out Of Business Plan Writing
Many entrepreneurs dread the thought of writing a business plan. It can be overwhelming and difficult to know where to start. It doesn’t have to be difficult. In fact, it can be enjoyable, and it can really help you evaluate the opportunity.
Business Mapping: Your Business Plan Alternative.
The truth is, not every entrepreneur needs a full business plan, but they do at least need a strategy to help direct their business. If you’re thinking of starting a company, but want to make sure it has the potential to be viable, business mapping can help you, without having to invest the time to develop a full plan