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Hacking For Politics

by Dave Ockwell-Jenner

The world is now a little over 100 days with Donald Trump at the helm of the United States government. Say what you will of “The Donald’s” tenure so far, but one thing is for sure…

Invest Or Divest Debt

by Steve Bentley BA CFP

You’ve heard the adage should I invest or pay off debt? Do I do both? Is one strategy better than the other? It seems that this question is always raised by people we engage with…

Successful People Are Not Created

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

I write about things that happen in my daily life, real life experiences.Today I received yet another email promising me that if I wanted to be successful I should sign up and pay…

What Is A Brand Ambassador?

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

What is a Brand Ambassador?I checked Wikipedia and other sources and decided to use this description, because it somewhat fits in with my thoughts:“Predominantly, a brand…

Pro Tip: Spring Clean Your Network Closet

by Chris Davis

Your network closet is the cave or corner of your office (sometimes under a desk) that houses your main internet and network connections. Here lives your modem, your router, your…

Sbcn Youtube Small Business Perspective Videos

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

Why not check out the Small Business Community Network (SBCN) most recent YouTube Video, SBCN Small Biz Perspectives.I host the video chats, as one of the co-founders I want to…

Why Add Video To Your Content &Amp; How

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

Today I want to share a few tips and ideas on the topic of videos for your online content. I am in no way an expert, but having worked on quite a few videos in the past with my…

Excusing Me

by Steve Bentley BA CFP

It’s a lot easier to find excuses then it is to find reasons for business success or failure. It is so easy to throw up your hands when things don’t go your own way. What is hard…

Pros Of Buying Your Corporate Laptop From Your It Service

by Chris Davis

Misconceptions run rampant in the corporate world about the best sources for computers and hardware. This is especially contentious when the need is critical, as in the laptop…

Success To Small Talk

by Steve Bentley BA CFP

Whatever it is, it’s on your calendar. You’re invited to o a company party, a networking event, a friend’s wedding, or a community group outing. Maybe events like these, the ones…

Microsoft Knows Small Business

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

"In 2016, small businesses generated 30% of the gross domestic product of each province. We know small business. Check out the resources we have for you: http://msft.social/4AZixt…

Why Exercise Is Important For Heart Health

by Dorothy Sinding

"Exercise improves your health." You hear it all the time, but what does that really mean?Heart disease is still the #1 killer in North America, and inactivity is one of the major…