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A Paid Consultation Can Save You Money

by Nathan Parsons

Pay now...save later...think of it as the old adage, "Measure twice, cut once." When you are planning a renovation, there are many exciting things to think about, such as new…

Win A Smart Phone Business Networking Today Conference

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

You've heard the expression, "it's not what you know, it's who you know". Networking is the best way to make, keep and grow quality connections. The Business Networking Today…

Turning Work Away

by Steve Bentley BA CFP

One of the natural barriers we encounter as entrepreneurs and small businesses is whether to accept certain new work or new clients. Perhaps there is not a good fit. Perhaps your…

Do You Know Your Professional Personality?

by Gunther Kramer

Your professional personality is simply a conscious choice that you make as to how you present yourself as a person, within your profession. To clarify, let’s consider what may be…

Simple Brand Awareness Tips

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

I am not an expert in any shape, sense or form where branding is concerned. But I do have to admit I know for sure I have done an awesome job of branding my businesses, myself and…

Who Doesn'T Love A Conference?

by Dave Ockwell-Jenner

Conferences can be fun, exciting places to be! Rooms and halls filled with people roaming about, random conversations breaking out left-and-right, and people catching up with old…

Tips For Hiring A Contractor

by Nathan Parsons

     When you make the decision to do a renovation it's an exciting time and no one would fault you for wanting to jump in with both feet.  Before you do hire…

Who Said You Need To Have All The Answers?

by Janet Benedict

The fear of not having an immediate answer to a question used to paralyze me.  Remember in school when you were afraid the teacher would call on you for the one question you…

Telus Co-Hosts &Amp; Title Sponsors Business Networking Today Conference

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

  We are super excited about our upcoming half day conference, Business Networking Today which takes place on Monday 26th September.Thanks to our co-hosts and title…

Conquering Conversation

by Steve Bentley BA CFP

Networking is a necessity in business. I’ve said this to many people that I have mentored. Why do people fear it? One of the main reasons is they don’t know how to engage in…

How To Find Happiness

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

We search for happiness and struggle to cope when challenges come into our lives. This holds us back from continuing to build our success.My newest blog post Happiness is Within…

Fall Will Soon Be Upon Us!!

by Janet Benedict

Welcome to August! Are you ready for Fall sales?  If you are in a home based company/direct sales you are probably already anticipating the arrival of new Fall and yes, I am…