Stop Using Your Personal Credit Card for Business

Cashflow problems in the start-up phase are something many entrepreneurs have had to deal with. In fact, there are several financial options tailored specifically to small business owners in this […]

Steve Thorp’s 4 Tips for Starting a Brewery

Steve Thorp, co-founder of Postmark Brewing and Vancouver Urban Winery, knows more than most about how to successfully launch a craft brewery. We asked him for his tips on how to break into the craft brewing scene.

Short on Cash? 4 Ways to Improve Your Cash Flow

In today’s business scenario, managing cash flow has become one of the most crucial challenges experienced by small business owners. Many of them often get so busy selling their products […]

What to Charge as a Freelancer

One of the biggest challenges that freelancers face is determining what to charge for their services. Many factors can influence what you ultimately bill your client, such as the quality […]

5 Reasons a Bookkeeper Can Save You Money

If you’re a small business owner, chances are that you’re a fan of the do-it-yourself lifestyle. After all, you went into business for yourself. But while many small business owners […]

GST and PST: How to Register Your Small Business

Most small businesses in BC will have to register for GST and PST to become tax-compliant, but where do you start? In this article, we’ll cover the basics of GST, […]

Don't Let Your Operating Costs Leave You in the Cold this Winter

As a small business owner, you probably want to focus on making money, not on how you’re going to cover costs. Reducing your energy use with some no-cost and low-cost actions is a great place to start. By doing so, you may help lower your energy bill and reduce your environmental footprint at the same time.

Why Protecting Cardholder Data is Good for Business

Providing customers with secure payment options is good for your brand and your bottom line. Afterall a data breach could result in fines from the payment card brands and remediation costs – this is in addition to loss of business and your brand reputation.