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- Entrepreneurship – The Road Less Traveled - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from Lisa CherneyI believe that life is a journey, and just like any journey, it has some bumps in the road along the way. For me, those “bumps” came in the form of three layoffs in two years. I drove home from my last job, the remains of its existence in a cardboard box beside me, and I received this message: ...
Views: 514 - Is Borrowing Money to Begin Investing a Bad Idea? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Alex WardThe ideas and dreams that come with the thought of investing can be almost intoxicating for some. It's entirely understandable; who doesn't like the idea of sitting back and watching your bank account swell with minimal effort on your part? While investing your money and making it work for ...
Views: 799(1 vote) - 3 Things to Consider Before Quitting Your Job - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Andrew HunterThese days there are a lot of people unsatisfied with their line of work. It’s not uncommon to feel a soul-sucking feeling as you head in to work at something that just isn’t rewarding for you. Is this what you were meant to do with your life? Is this all that there is? Just do this ...
Views: 966 - Photographing Maternity and Children’s Portraits - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Vincent StottsEveryone loves photos that tell a story. The world’s most amazing photographs easily convey a message or tell a powerful story. Aside from composition and technical settings, capturing the “moment” that tells the story separates a good picture from an amazing one. That is why a lot of portraits ...
Views: 452 - What Is 3-F Funding and Why Do Entrepreneurs Need to Understand the Vetting Process for Securing Funding? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Geoff Fickeby: Geoff Ficke What Is 3-F Funding and Why Do Entrepreneurs Need to Understand the Vetting Process for Securing Funding? Many years ago, when I was a young, ambitious, aspiring entrepreneur I was imbued with the conceit that venture capitalists, investment banks or angel investors would ...
Views: 1887(1 vote) - Top 10 Problems Small Businesses Must Overcome - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Michael NelsonHere is a collection of the top 10 most mentioned problems I’ve heard from my clients and other small business owners. What’s missing? What would you add? Any great solutions you’ve developed to overcome any of these challenges? Let’s all pitch in so everybody ...
Views: 1081(2 votes) - 5 Questions That Must Be Answered Before Attempting to Fund or Launch Your Consumer Product - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Geoff Ficke5 Questions That Must Be Answered Before Attempting to Fund or Launch Your Consumer Product I am constantly amazed at the naivety of first time entrepreneurs and inventors when it comes to the due diligence they must conduct in order to get their idea, concept or prototype to market. Even ...
Views: 1404(1 vote) - Why Business Plans Fail - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Michael NelsonThe lack of a business plan is frequently cited as the leading cause of small business failure. I would suggest that a business plan could also be a contributing factor to failure. Most business plans are detailed and present clear goals and a defined path to reach those goals. Unfortunately, ...
Views: 794 - SEO for Beginners: Starting With Keywords - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Angeline PlesekLearning how to optimize your website for keywords, also known as search engine optimization, or how to SEO your website is an absolute must for anyone that wants to have a successful web presence on the Internet...but where do you start with the whole SEO campaign? Simple-start with the ...
Views: 1109 - Web Marketing 101: A Guide to Marketing Your Business on the Internet - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Angeline PlesekIf you're looking for a quick guide to online marketing, then let's not waste your time and get right down to the point. Here are some of the more important marketing tools you can use to boost your online presence: Search engine optimization One of the first things we'll discuss in this ...
Views: 1082 - Quick and Easy Website Marketing Secrets - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Angeline PlesekLooking for a few website marketing secrets to boost your online traffic? Here are a few of the more practical but less well-known online strategies you can implement today! Develop trust and credibility One of the first things you'll want to do is establish trust and credibility with ...
Views: 931 - Online Marketing Tips: 5 Ways to Attract People to Your Website - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Angeline PlesekLearning how to attract people to your website is not just about mastering search engine optimization or SEO. You need to appeal to your visitors-you need to give them a reason to visit, stay, and return to your website. Here are some of the more important free website marketing tips you need to ...
Views: 1241 - 7 Quick and Easy Online Marketing Tips to Help Improve Your Online Business Presence - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Angeline PlesekLooking for online marketing tips to help give your website the edge you need to boost your business? Here are 7 useful tips you can easily implement on your site to start improving your business today! 1.Make good use of title and meta description tags. A lot of people tend to overlook these ...
Views: 955 - How to Easily Build an Email List for Your Business - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Angeline PlesekLearning how to build an email list is sometimes a daunting task for those that are new to Internet marketing or building an online presence. Some would even prefer to buy their email lists or have someone else work on it, but they sacrifice the much-needed personal touch that will eventually ...
Views: 923 - Five Easy Tips to Help Build Your Email List - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2012 from Angeline PlesekOkay, so you want to market to your email list...but wait - you don't really have one yet. You can easily start to build an email list by placing a small subscription sign-up form on your home page and asking for subscriber email addresses in exchange for your e-newsletter. But hold on a ...
Views: 1049 - 3 Easy Steps to Get Your Email Delivered, Read - And Boost Sales! - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2012 from Angeline PlesekLet's face it-everyone that's signed up for an e-newsletter, e-course, downloads, or buys products or services online gets "e-blasted" daily with promotional email. So-if you're using email to market to potential customers, how do you increase the probability that your email messages get ...
Views: 978 - Why Patience Kills - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2012 from Nance RosenYou succeed through speed in today’s business environment. Patience is no virtue. It’s a relationship killer, deal killer and career killer. If patience is a leg of your personal brand triad, rethink your goals. Laying in wait for a response to your resume, proposal or request? Might as well ...
Views: 1076 - How To Avoid Business Operating Cash Flow Problems And Improve Financing Success - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2012 from Stan ProkopMany Canadian business owners and financial managers find out the hard way that business success is almost always also tied to having, and improving their operating cash flow. It's when sales and profits don't match cash and working capital that the problem begins. Bottom line, getting rich on ...
Views: 472 - Is Canadian Franchise Financing A Do It Yourself Project? Franchising In Canada With Success - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2012 from Stan ProkopThere seems to be a lot of ' DYI ' out there today, that being the acronym for Do It Yourself of course. So we were thinking, is it possible that Canadian franchise financing for the purchase of your chose franchising endeavor in Canada is a ' DYI ' project? Let's talk about a lot you can do ...
Views: 413 - Creative Financing For Small Businesses - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2012 from Karlene Sinclair-RobinsonCreative financing is an interesting concept that has many business owners wondering how it could work for them. Many business owners are still not aware of the non-traditional financing methods that are taking the place of traditional bank loans or are working in conjunction with banking ...
Views: 1337(1 vote) - The American Dream Exposed: Why Most Dream While Few Achieve - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2012 from Joel CowenWhat has happened to the American dream? When I look around I get sick. Sick of the attitudes most people fill their minds with. Sick of where this country is headed. Sick of the lack of faith. Sick of how much people waste. But I think what upsets me the most is the potential death of ...
Views: 811 - Ten Ways How You Can Make Money With Coaching - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2012 from Kim Kirmmse TothAre you stuck? Do you feel afraid? Are you confused what you should do next? I have been in all of those places so I get it. I know how awful it can feel. But I also know how I got myself out of those feeling and I can help you get away from wondering why in the world you started ...
Views: 1012 - The New Entrepreneur – Finding Your Passion in Difficult Times - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Donna LoveteSummary- Our society is changing. This employment environment is perfect for the new entrepreneur”. There is no better time than now to impact the word through using your God-given gifts, talents and experiences. If you choose today to be one of these creative entrepreneurs, your life never be ...
Views: 534 - Your Money Beliefs Are Holding Down Your Income - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Marcy StahlWhy am I not earning as much money as I’d like? This is one question that just about every client asks me! There’s no single answer for any client; it’s a multi-faceted answer that includes practical strategies AND beliefs. One giant influence on your income is your money mindset. I ...
Views: 1228 - Give entrepreneurs the tools they need - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Austin ShineIt seems that we have lost sight of a simple truth in the midst of today’s global economic and social turmoil: Giving people the tools they need to become entrepreneurs is perhaps the strongest solution we have for the challenges we face. This week is Global Entrepreneurship Week. Individuals ...
Views: 761(1 vote) - Ready, Set, Grow! (Increase Your Sales in 2012) - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Leslie WellsReady, Set, Grow! (Increase Your Sales in 2012) When we enter a new year, many of us reflect what we did in the past year and make changes accordingly to produce a better outcome. However, there are a few consistencies that should remain on our to do list when we consider increasing sales ...
Views: 645 - Attracting Clients Effortlessly - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Sheela MasandLet's start with what effortless means. Basically, it's the opposite of effort. So making an effort speaks of really having to push, to try hard, to dig your heels in and get the job done. So effortless would mean we don't have to push, or try hard, or struggle to get the job done? That's ...
Views: 638 - Make Building Your Business A Resolution for 2012 - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2011 from TJ PhilpottBuilding your business will and does take as much persistence as sticking to a new years resolution! In both cases in order to become successful you must first set a course of action and one that is realistic or your efforts will fail, guaranteed! This will involve some smart goal setting which ...
Views: 743(1 vote) - Holiday Hot Sells: 6 Secrets to Sky Rocket Your Wealth in 2012 - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2011 from Rebecca MatiasHopefully you’re ready to take on 2012 and planning how you’ll increase your wealth this year. If you’re not quite ready, there’s no time to waste, start getting prepared now so that can see the results you want. The sooner you’re ready to jump into action, the sooner you can watch your dreams ...
Views: 1003 - Your Profit Plan for 2012 - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Paige Stapleton and Brian StarkIf you really want 2012 to be your breakthrough year, it’s essential to put your purpose and your message into a plan that you can go back to and look at (at least once a week) so you can stay focused, inspired and on track throughout the year. With a strong plan, focused on how many people ...
Views: 1507(1 vote) - Jason Gefaell’s arts and technology advice - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2011 from Claude AhrensJason Gefaell’s arts and technology advice is offered to all those interested in reading his writings and picking his thoughts on these matters. His advices, by offering his own example, of the need for keeping oneself up to date and informed about what is currently available on the market. He ...
Views: 435 - Smart Women And The 5 Fundamental Questions for Business Success - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2011 from Joy ChudacoffI'm finding that many women entrepreneurs are reflecting on their year and a question that seems to be on the minds of many is: "What are tools and strategies I need for my business to take a big leap in the New Year?" As I reflect on this question, I realize the answer is two-fold. If you are ...
Views: 1207(1 vote) - The Business Case For ABL Asset Based Lending Canada . The Ultimate Credit Revolver For Business Financing? - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2011 from Stan ProkopThe infamous ' business case '. We're told its a tool that ‘supports planning and decision making ...’ . Is there in fact such a case to be made for business owners considering ABL asset based lending in Canada via a credit revolver facility versus bank lines of business credit? We think so. ...
Views: 426 - Canadian Accounts Receivable Finance ! Avoid The ‘ Fat Smoker ‘ Crisis Via Confidential Invoice Factoring - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2011 from Stan ProkopWe're the first to admit we're always on the lookout for a solid business analogy. Enter the 'fat smoker' crisis as it relates to accounts receivable finance and confidential invoice factoring in Canada. A U.S. publication entitled 'Strategy & The Fat Smoker ' talks about how either in our ...
Views: 428 - Interested In Why Equipment Lease Rates And Low Leasing Payments Might Not Be Important ? ! - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2011 from Stan ProkopYou tell us, because we sure don't know. We're talking about equipment lease rates, and why clients are almost always under the distinct impression that the concept of a ' low payment ‘ or a ' great rate ' via leasing finance in Canada is their sole focus . We recently came across some ...
Views: 372 - Canadian Commercial Business Bank Financing - What’s Right ( And Wrong ) With Your Banking Strategy - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2011 from Stan ProkopCanadian business owners and financial managers assess their commercial business banking and financing needs at different times in their company's life. As in many other facets of business it's a little difficult to develop a solution and fix a problem if you don't understand the fundamental ...
Views: 412 - Say Yes To Canadian Working Capital Solutions - Say No To Financing Cash Flow Obstacles ! - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2011 from Stan ProkopToday the goal is fairly simple. We'll identify some of the obstacles encountered by Canadian business when it comes to financing cash flow, and, as importantly we'll demonstrate some traditional as well as new forms of working capital solutions for the Canadian business owner and financial ...
Views: 411 - Harnessing Your superpowers - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Paige Stapleton and Brian Stark“We ask ourselves, ‘Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?’ Actually, who are you not to be?” We absolutely love this quote from Marianne Williamson. And do you want to know what really breaks our hearts? It’s when we see people who are so full of potential, not step into ...
Views: 1617 - Keep to Your Plan. The Secret of a Successful Launch! - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Paige Stapleton and Brian StarkDo you ever just feel the world has opened up for you? Like everything is going your way? Like you broke through that barrier that’s been holding you back? Like your on-top of the world? Well if you have, that means you’ve had an experience to contrast that feeling with, which means you’ve ...
Views: 1474 - Is Your Message Speaking “TO” Your Ideal Client or “AT” Them? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Paige Stapleton and Brian StarkWe recently received a lovely email from someone in our newsletter community thanking us for the information they have received from us over the past year and that, now, they had something exciting to share with us. They also asked for our professional opinion as well. Oh! How fun…I couldn’t ...
Views: 1328 - 5 Must-Haves for a Rockin’ Client Attracting Freebie - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Paige Stapleton and Brian StarkWe’ve got a gift for you! How great does it feel to get a gift? Pretty good, right? How awesome is it to get the information you so desperately need, right when you need it to help you solve a big problem in your life? Pretty darn good, right? That’s exactly what happens for your ...
Views: 1556 - Creating a Partnership Structure - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Hugh StewartWhen determining what type of business structure is necessary for your business partnership, one of the considerations needs to be how to protect yourself from the business and from your partners. People considering partnerships generally struggle with the type of entity they should create. ...
Views: 910 - Maintaining a Successful Business Partnership - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Hugh StewartAfter being in business for a year or more, there are bound to be changes in the marketplace and your business. At this point, you (and your partner) need to ask yourselves “Is what I am doing still making sense?” Communications with a Partner Is your partnership relationship still ...
Views: 849 - 5 Simple Steps to Expressing Your Vision for 2012 - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2011 from Debra Woog,As 2011 winds down, thoughts begin turning to 2012. Go with it! Now is a perfect time to express your vision for next year. This way you’ll be ready to step into it by New Year’s Day! Here are 5 simple steps, especially for Brilliance-Based Businesswomen. 1. Review your Unique Definition ...
Views: 948 - Who Do You Need to Be in Your Business? - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Marcy StahlMany women entrepreneurs I meet are NOT playing their bigger game. They’re not fully claiming ownership of all their wonderful gifts and skills, and they’re not fully sharing those gifts with the world. When you’re not claiming or sharing your true gifts, you may feel tentative in ...
Views: 1076 - How To Be Lucky - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2012 from Matt KinsellaHave you ever been told you were lucky for something you achieved when actually you worked for it or took risks to get it? I lost count of the times when people that told me I was lucky and they didn't know me or what I had to go through to get where I am. It got to the point where I felt quite ...
Views: 1292(2 votes) - Do You Need to Hire an Employee? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Justin KraneYou are swamped. You are 2 days behind on your emails at work. You have a presentation in 3 days that you haven’t even started. Client meetings that you haven’t prepared for. Your nanny just called in sick and you are scrambling to find coverage. Things are falling through the cracks. You are ...
Views: 943(1 vote) - Private Air Travel on a Manageable Budget - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Harry ShortWhen most people hear the phrase, private air travel, the usual image that comes to mind is a jet-setting movie star or CEO, reclining in a leather sofa bed on his Gulfstream Jet 30,000 feet in the air. However, in reality there are tens of thousands of aircrafts available for rental throughout ...
Views: 500 - Business Maturity - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Raj GavurlaMature businesses show their maturity through consistency. In other words they are reliable. It’s odd to receive calls from suppliers on behalf of well known organizations that cannot keep an appointment. What does this say about your company? It’s not appealing. People’s time is valuable. ...
Views: 1448 - Business Lines Of Credit Make The World And Your Company Go Round! Canadian Working Capital And Secured Facility Information . - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Stan ProkopDid you hear the one about the Canadian firm that went out of business because they were too profitable and growth was great? That's an ironic statement to many business people, but the reality is that profits don’t equal cash flow and business lines of credit via a secured facility is the ...
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