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- Getting The Most Out Of Canadian Lease Pricing and Best Lease Rates? Here’s How Capital Equipment Finance Works - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Stan ProkopHow can we get the most out of lease pricing, including by the way getting best lease rates in Canada what we access capital equipment finance via an equipment finance strategy? That’s a typical client question and we'll explore some answers, tips, and strategies in that area. If there is a ...
Views: 573 - Understanding Receivable Financing Pricing And Rates Is Not Impossible! Invoice Discounting 101 - Now It’s Clear ! - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Stan Prokop' Misunderstanding all you see ' ; those are lyrics from the Beatles ' Strawberry Fields ' , and talk about being a bit appropriate for the confusion around receivable financing and invoice discounting rates in Canada . So, talk about confusing... lets try and clear up some real basics ...
Views: 574 - How Competitors Beat You At Vendor Finance and A Customer Financing Plan For Your ( Lost ) Clients - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Stan ProkopHere's the problem. You don't have one, your competitors do. We're talking about a customer financing plan for your products and related services. And can we all agree that a competitive disadvantage is not a good thing, which is why Canadian business owners and financial managers might well ...
Views: 527 - The Benefits of Meditating as a Couple - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Dr. Gary A. & Greta WilliamsAs the NEW YEAR get under way, we may find ourselves busier than ever. Taking care of our families, employees and clients can become overwhelming and can affect how we interact as a husband and wife in our marriage and business. In addition to running the daily operation of our growing ...
Views: 3314 - NON-SENSE MAKES PEOPLE RICH - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2011 from Austin ImoruIt was a great eye-opener to realise that very many smart people are making huge financial turnovers from what many would call nonsense. As a matter of fact, many people with money are more willing to pay for nonsense than for any other valuable. In other words, we have more people going around ...
Views: 1083 - You Can't Always Get What You Want - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Kathleen Hanagan..and if you let go sometimes, you might just get what you need. Technology glitches, miscommunications, people not following through, crappy weather…….the list goes on and on if you are an adult in our society. So much is expected of us, and the level of complexity is astounding simply to ...
Views: 981 - What Would You Do If Money Were Not An Obstacle - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Kathleen HanaganThe fear and angst around money these days is palpable, and quite frankly, I am tired of hearing people complain about the economy. I am not at all in denial about the downturn and all the unemployment and I am not going to bash the Occupy Wall Street movement. They have their place in the grand ...
Views: 1053 - 5 Secrets to Better Marketing - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Marcy StahlMarketing is something every entrepreneur has to do, yet it can seem daunting or complicated. The great news is that you can immediately make your current and future marketing more effective by following these five short and easy tips. 1. Create strong headlines. What makes for a great ...
Views: 1018 - Unfurl That Freak Flag! - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Leah ShapiroContrary to what you may think, your freak flag doesn't have to be anything crazy, unless crazy is your thing! Flying your freak flag is more about showing up fully and not being afraid to show the world who you are and what's important to you. It's about taking a stand and having an opinion ...
Views: 1430 - The World Needs You To Be Your Freaky Self! - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Leah ShapiroHow do you feel about flying your freak flag high and proud and sharing your juicy goodness with us? Being self-expressed in this way totally rocks and it's the fastest way to living a Kick-Ass Life! You DO know that you have something special to share that is unique to you, ...
Views: 1254 - You Can't Afford to Stay Invisible - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Leah ShapiroAre you hiding out in your business and keeping that 'freak flag' in the closet so other's won't get their panties in a bunch? Have you even tried to 'dumb down' or 'quash' some of the very qualities and characteristics that would make you more marketable and more memorable.......playing it ...
Views: 1446 - The First Rule for Defying the Box - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Leah ShapiroWhen was the last time you sat down and really thought about what you wanted in your life? I'm not talking about those easy stock answers like - more money. We all want more money right about now. The real question is- how much more and what would you do with it? How would your life be ...
Views: 1341 - Viva La Revolution Part 2 - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Leah ShapiroAs promised, I am back with part 2 of the e-zine article - Viva La Revolution- about how to identify your Revolution. This is all about showing up fully, differentiating yourself, and giving people a compelling reason to hire you so you can stop settling and make some real money doing what you ...
Views: 1328 - Viva La Revolution! (Part 1) - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Leah ShapiroIf you want to make money, you need to differentiate yourself from all the other people offering similar services. It doesn't matter if you are a musician, healer or life transformation expert; you need to give people a compelling reason to hire YOU. The question is- How do you go about doing ...
Views: 1322 - “Entrepreneurial Jobs” – The Cure for an Ailing Economy - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Sheyenne KreamerRecession? Recovery? Depression? Who knows what we're in. The one thing most people can agree on is . . . we need more jobs. And, we need to train more people for different kinds of jobs. Apprenticeships were once popular for teaching people trade skills. I personally was a ...
Views: 488 - Whatever it Takes - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2012 from Matt KinsellaI have a very odd memory, I can remember somethings like a video, photographic you might call it, but other things I can't recall at all. It does not matter about the importance of the situation or whether I want to remember something or not, my mind seems to be randomly selecting the things to ...
Views: 1260(2 votes) - Key Ingredients to an Effective Website Presence - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2011 from Josh OlswangerHere you are. You are a new business owner ready to tackle the online marketplace with a new website. You've looked around online and have an idea of what you want your site to look like and to include. You next follow the path by getting quotes from web designer companies, and then compare the ...
Views: 707 - Why a USP is essential – and how to create one - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Chantal CookeWe all know a USP (Unique Selling Proposition) is essential for any business – but how do we go about creating one? A USP is important whether you’re spending £40 a month on promoting yourself at a networking meeting, or £4million a month on cross media marketing campaigns. Unless you have a ...
Views: 980 - 5 steps to build your concentration and focus in long meetings - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Chantal CookeDo you find your mind wandering in long meetings? Could you do with a little more concentration and focus? In my experience most people could, and they’d benefit from a boost in this area, so I spoke to profitable growth expert Hilary Briggs from R2P Ltd and asked for her top tips to help ...
Views: 1006 - Options And Sources Of Canadian Business Financing - Raising Business Finance - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Stan ProkopLet's be honest. What business owner or new entrepreneur doesn't want options and sources of business financing for Canadian companies or new ventures. Raising finance for any firm is a challenge - the larger corporations seem to have it down pat, but what about the small and medium sized ...
Views: 529 - Are You Mastering Technology Financing ? Canadian Computer Leasing Must Know Info For PC Hardware And Other Tech Assets - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Stan ProkopLooking for a huge amount of risk, financial risk, and extra cost for your Canadian business? We aren’t’ and you shouldn't be either! Haven’t you got enough risk in your business life to have to also consider the downside of making the wrong decisions in areas of technology financing? Surely ...
Views: 518 - Nightmare On Receivable Financing Street ? Understanding How Canadian Business Factors Price A/R Factoring In Canada - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Stan ProkopSounds like a great name for a movie right? Well, maybe not, but Canadian business owners and financial managers seem to have one large struggle with the cost of receivable financing from Canadian business factors. But when you understand how the cost of this finance vehicle works then ...
Views: 539 - No Brainer Financing - Equipment Funding and Leasing Services In Canada - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Stan ProkopThe business ' no - brainer '. A sometimes overused term that means of course an easy solution that’s ' obvious'. That’s more or less how we feel about equipment funding and leasing services in Canada. Let's explain why. Given the amount of businesses that use lease financing in Canada ...
Views: 461 - 8 Lessons Learned From Starting a Tutoring Business - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2011 from Christie VanArragon1. Write a business plan Writing a business plan is an important step when considering starting a tutoring business. Your business plan will help you think about what needs to be completed at various stages and will help you focus your time and energy on the essential steps of building a ...
Views: 2080(1 vote) - Shared Fundraising: A Marketing Strategy for Social Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2011 from Sheyenne KreamerFew of us would disagree that we live in challenging times. From the stress produced by careers, family issues, financial issues & health issues, to the information overload we experience on a daily basis – it just seems to be getting more difficult for anyone to stand in one spot, take a deep ...
Views: 665 - Get Clear! How to Gain Clarity So You Can See More Success - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2011 from Sydni Craig-HartClarity about what you want in your business is absolutely priceless. If you've ever been stopped dead in your tracks because you don't know what to do first or where to go, you can appreciate that. Knowing what you want to accomplish, even if you have no idea how to get there, is the first step ...
Views: 995 - Tax Planning and Your CPA - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Justin KraneWant Smooth Sailing for Your Tax Planning? Get Your CPA On Board. Taxes, tax planning, estimated tax payments, your CPA. Feeling nauseous yet? Need a brown paper bag? It doesn’t have to be this way. Like most people, you are not wired to deal with this tax stuff. You are not supposed to be ...
Views: 794 - A Book That will Change Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2012 from Matt KinsellaI was recently asked what my book How To Be Lucky was about, to describe it and say what people would get out of it; I was silent for a minute while I thought about how I could sum up so much in a few sentences. I then described it as a book that will change your life. I explained it is partly ...
Views: 1303(3 votes) - 10 Steps to Starting a Small Business - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Alyssa BlanchardStarting a business is exciting--but also demanding. This how to start a business guide addresses some of the most common startup steps to ensure that your company is ready for success. Prepare a business plan and materials 1. An important first step is preparing a business plan to define your ...
Views: 869(1 vote) - Orange County Businesses need EPLI – Employment Practices Liability Insurance - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2011 from Peter GreenOften confused with D&O and E&O insurance, EPLI (Employment Practices Liability Insurance) is a bit different in that coverage is for employers against claims made by workers who sue a company for violating their legal rights as workers. Employment Practices Liability Insurance can shield ...
Views: 1048 - EMR’s – Amazing Charts - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2011 from Barbara PhillipsThere are a multitude of Electronic Medical Records/Electronic Health Records software available on the market today. Some are free and others can cost literally tens of thousands of dollars. I cannot give comment on many of them, however, I can tell you about the one I use. (If you have a ...
Views: 850 - Avoiding Potential Legal Issues - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2011 from Barbara PhillipsAll health care professionals including advanced practice clinicians (nurse practitioners and physician assistants) want to prevent any potential legal actions related to the excellent care they provide. Let me first start off by saying, I am not an attorney and I don’t play one in real life, ...
Views: 832 - Get Rid Of Your Waiting Room - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2011 from Barbara PhillipsNurse Practitioners and other clinicians can no longer continue business as usual. Our patients (clients, customers) deserve and expect much more. Gone are the days when a white coat gives one cart blanche to treat patients and staff indifferently behind the ruse of being busy. There is no ...
Views: 941 - 3 Rules the Young Entrepreneur Should Adhere To - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2011 from Ken SundheimSince entrepreneurship is a somewhat of an intangible word with many varying definitions, it is hard to pinpoint what facets of small business are more important than others. However, below are three additional considerations for any level of entrepreneur either small business or ...
Views: 1282(3 votes) - The 5 Most Important Entrepreneurial Lessons I Learned In My 20's - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2011 from Ken SundheimBeing a young business owner has its ups and downs, but I wouldn't trade it for the world. However, after turning 30 and continually learning, maturing and correcting mistakes, I've learned that there are a few small business lessons that both young and old aspiring entrepreneurs should pay ...
Views: 1172(3 votes) - Entrepreneurs Need To Work On? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Raj GavurlaWhen working with entrepreneurs and small business owners I see a drive and passion that is necessary for success. There are eight areas where consistent actions are needed to produce consistent results. As you develop and grow, the actions change because of your accomplishments and your ...
Views: 1242(1 vote) - Don't Wait to Feel Confident to Decide - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Kathleen Hanagan“Don’t wait until everything is just right. It will never be perfect. There will always be challenges, obstacles and less than perfect conditions. So what. Get started now. With each step you take, you will grow stronger and stronger, more and more skilled, more and more self-confident and more ...
Views: 1380 - Small Business End-Of-Year Preparation - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Fran McCullyThe process of tax preparation can be a bit intimidating for small business owners. With a few simple steps you can avoid problems with your Tax Returns. We have provided several basic check lists below that will assist you in your year-end preparation. Save Receipts Even small ...
Views: 971 - Looking To Fund Your Business ? 5 Tips On Start Up & Small Business Finance Companies And Banking In Canada - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Stan ProkopIt sometimes seems that when you're bigger things always seem a bit easier - not always but most of the time. That’s why when you are looking to fund your business and you're a small to medium sized business owner or financial manager knowing which firms and finance companies are appropriate ...
Views: 445(1 vote) - ABL Asset Based lending Is The Quiet Revolution In A Business Line Of Credit Facility - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Stan ProkopAnd that's when it hits you. We're talking about a Canadian business financing ' epiphany' - that being the term used for a ' sudden, intuitive perception or insight '. And what exactly is that ' insight'. It's simply that an ABL facility, which is the asset based lending term for business line ...
Views: 497 - Premium WordPress Shopping Carts - Online Stores On The Cheap - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2011 from Chad PetrelloA premium WordPress shopping cart distinguishes itself from other types of WordPress shopping carts and plugins alike in a number of crucial ways such as design, presentation ease-of-use, and excellence. Quality of this kind comes at a premium. Of course, there are going to be cases where some ...
Views: 751 - Passion, Expertise & The Three Second Rule - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Ana HillisWriting a book is one of the fastest and easiest ways to take your business to the next level. So why is it that so few business owners are doing it? I believe that the pros’ of writing a book far outweigh the cons, especially when it can be so easy. Most business owners and entrepreneurs ...
Views: 757(1 vote) - Authentic Recruiting - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Marcy StahlHelp! I have a hard time sharing my company’s opportunity. How can I talk about how great the opportunity is, when I’m still barely getting by? How can I ask someone to join my team, when I don’t feel like a leader? This is the hard version of recruiting. While you’re one-on-one with ...
Views: 1174(2 votes) - Considerations Prior to Starting a Business - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Ken SundheimCan You Sell the Product or Service? What I mean by this is that can you get on the phone and actually "sell" the product or service in a convincing manner to the target individual(s)? Nervousness aside (all entrepreneurs are at 1st), a small business owner needs to be able to verbalize in ...
Views: 1219(3 votes) - What You Hold in Your Conscious Thought, You Invite More of It Into Your Life - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Lisa MininniEach year we gather around the table to give thanks for our blessings. In my own life, it’s pretty amazing how people and opportunities have come my way from both expected and unexpected sources. The ease and flow with which I am able to create a life I truly desire has been amazing. And, ...
Views: 1014(1 vote) - Sacrificing Ego for Results - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Kathleen WatsonI was at a workshop recently where the facilitator contended that the purpose of the ego is to save us from anticipated future pain. Hmmm... The more I thought about this, the more sense it made. Ego can show up in a lot of different ways: refusing to debate a point; plunging INTO a ...
Views: 1789(1 vote) - Sex in the City ... and Me! - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Sheela MasandOooh it's been a struggle to write this today Then I had a thought pop in, just start exploring that on screen. Why am I struggling? It's not that I don't want to write an article, it's not that I don't want to give good content, it's not that I haven't got the knowledge, information, ...
Views: 755(1 vote) - Penthouse or Basement – Where are you working from? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Sheela MasandIt's never about the strategy, it's always about the mindset. That was one of the key points that I heard Garret Kramer say over and over in a variety of ways in his book Stillpower and in our recent interviews. It's all about understanding that our state of mind fluctuates from high to ...
Views: 807(1 vote) - 5 Online Business Optimization Strategies - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Jeannine ClontzRunning an online business gives entrepreneurs an incredible chance to expand and scale their operations. While offline business requires a physical presence -- offices, retail outlets, and kiosks in every location -- an online business can operate virtually and via digital real estate. ...
Views: 1026(1 vote) - Gratefulness for Every Day of Your Life and Every Decade of Your Life! - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Kim Kirmmse TothI know that probably sounds very woo woo or simplistic to you but don't you think that it's possible? I believe it is. Having just turned my 6th decade a bit before a holiday of gratefulness I do truly believe it. All the big Positive Psychology gurus will attest to this. They have done ...
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