Ready to start your own adventure in entrepreneurship? How to Choose What Small Business to Start.
Starting a small business can be an exciting and rewarding venture, but with so many options available it can be difficult to decide what small business to start. Whether you have a passion for baking, love to travel, or are an expert in marketing, there is likely a small business idea out there that will […]
Maximize Your Small Business Deductions and Slash Your Tax Bill Today!
As a small business owner, every penny counts. That’s why it’s important to take advantage of all possible small business deductions that can help reduce your tax bill. From home office expenses to vehicle costs, the government offers numerous deductions specifically designed for small businesses. However, navigating the world of tax deductions can be overwhelming […]
The Great Startup Debate: Business Owner vs Entrepreneur. Which Persona Resides Within You?
When it comes to starting and running a business, many people use the terms “business owner” and “entrepreneur” interchangeably. However, when comparing a business owner vs entrepreneur, they have distinct differences that are important to understand. A business owner typically establishes a company with the intention of making a profit through the sale of goods […]
15 Useful Tips on How to Run a Successful Small Business Without Having to Learn the Hard Way
In my article A Comprehensive Guide on Starting a Business, I go in-depth on how to get your business started. If you haven’t read that article yet, even if you have started your business already, I recommend you read that article first. As a small business owner myself, I understand the rewards that come with […]
Are You Afraid Your WordPress Website Will Get Hacked? Discover the 5 Essential Website Maintenance Tasks That Can Prevent It.
Website maintenance. Does your website really need it? My website got hacked last week. I’d never given this much thought before. The only reason I knew was that I decided to upload a new blog post. I hadn’t been on my website for weeks. Usually, I log in at least once a week but I’ve […]
The 8 Most Common Bookkeeping Mistakes Canadian Small Businesses Make and How to Avoid Them Today
Bookkeeping Basics “Making good judgements when one has complete data, facts and knowledge is not leadership – it’s bookkeeping.” Dee Hock Tweet For Canadian small business owners, bookkeeping can be a daunting task. It can be especially tricky to keep up with the ever-changing regulations and requirements that come along with it. Making mistakes that […]
Build a Successful Small Business by Improving How You Manage Employee Performance Today
Now that you know how to Implement an Effective Employee Onboarding Process, we can move on to improving how to manage employee performance for your small business. As a small business owner, knowing how to manage employee performance effectively can be challenging but it is a key factor in creating a successful and productive work […]
Don’t Risk Your Employees Quitting Before They Even Start. Implement an Effective Employee Onboarding Process Today.
Onboarding new employees is an important step for any business, but especially for small businesses. It can be a challenge to keep up with all the paperwork and processes when you don’t have a large team of HR professionals. However, there are several steps that small business owners can take to make the employee onboarding […]
12 Things to Do Before You Hire Help for Your Small Business
Are you thinking of hiring help for your small business? It can be an overwhelming decision to make, but knowing what to do before you hire help, makes is easier. Before bringing on a new employee, or any type of external help, there are certain things that you should have in place. In this article, […]
Hire the Right Worker to Succeed – Employees vs. Freelancers vs. Contractors
In my last article ‘5 Obvious Signs You Need to Hire Help for your Small Business to Succeed‘, I went over how to know when to hire help for your small business. If you’re not sure if it’s a good time to hire help, go back and read that article first. If you know you […]