Toolkit
Proactive Human Resources Strategies
Human Resources is commonly becoming accepted as a strategic business partner, worthy of a seat at the highest levels of leadership within many organizations. With the advent of social networking, and new digital technologies, human resources specialists are now...
Five must-dos for entrepreneurs
Ready to launch your own startups? Make sure you know these five must-dos for entrepreneurs. Read more
Creating a Business Plan
What does a business plan look like? Here's how to write your plan and the key components to include. Read more
Building your business through social media marketing
Social media is a marketing gold mine for small businesses. And understanding the nuances of each social network can help you optimize your efforts and get the most bang for your buck. The best place to start is finding out where your customers are. Each site attracts...
What do I need to know about starting a franchise?
If you don’t want to start a business from scratch or buy an existing business, franchising may a good choice for you. Franchises employ over 1 million Canadians and generate approximately $68 billion in revenue every year.1 Franchising can reduce some of the risks of...
Knowing your numbers matters
The more knowledgeable you are about where your business stands financially today, the more productive your conversations will be when you meet with your trusted advisors.
Marketing your business
As a small business owner, you have a lot of day-to-day tasks, but one of the most important? Getting the word out to potential customers about your product or service. In the short video below, you'll learn a few marketing tips and tricks to help you get started.
Choosing a payment processing solution
There are a myriad of options available to business owners when it comes to payment processing solutions. This video will help you consider the steps you need to take to choose a solution that offers convenience, safety, reliability, and security to both you and your...