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Since the minute I decided to start my first business, Motivational Steps, 17 years ago I have always used the valuable resources and opportunities on offer.  Back then I had…

Its funny where conversations go. Recently on The Small Business Show on Rogers tv in Waterloo Region, I interviewed a 35-year real estate veteran, Ian Inglis of ReMax, about…

There is a huge difference between GOOD debt and BAD debt.The attached picture is worth a thousand words!I can help you covert bad debt into good debt and the benefits to you are:…

When I went into business doing social media and marketing, I thought I knew what I was about and what set me apart. Then I started meeting other consultants (in and out of my…

For most people a home is the biggest purchase in their lives!  But, until recently, most of us were not taught basic financial information in high school, university of…

One of the areas we do extensive consulting on is the area of risk, investment risk tolerance and risk management. The corollary to that is if you ever want to achieve the life…

It's not just the kids that are looking ahead to a return to school... in many ways, it's an opportunity for us small businesses to think about our curriculum to move our business…

Recently, with a fellow mentor, we were in the middle of working with a delightful young business owner who demonstrated serious passion. A rarity for some. She was developing a…

 I've been spending a lot of time with other marketers and consultants, and one question trips up everybody:How do you prove you've given a return on investment to a customer…

Want a single exercise move that will give you rock hard abs? Build a hard core with this deceptively simple exercise.Just one exercise at once activates all major core muscle…

A couple of weeks ago, I sat down and had a chat with one of my lawyers. The subject was when and why small business owners and entrepreneurs should contemplate incorporation. I…

I had an interesting and engaging conversation with a business owner the other day. He was experiencing some challenges with time management and prioritization. As a mentor, I…