Business Archives
The Elusive Work-Life Balance
April 23, 2023Business 2023, Work-Life, clients, entrepreneur, productivity, routine, schedule, self-careWhy are there no quick fixes to achieve work-life balance? Because our personal and business lives run in a continuous cycle in which circumstances and priorities evolve and change. Your child gets sick, an employee quits, a client changes a deadline, or an ageing parent ... Read More
Show Your Customers Some Love
February 14, 2023Business, Business 2023, Growth, #branded gifts, #business growth, #customer loyalty, clients, marketingLife is full of small unexpected moments; a quick hug from a child, flowers from your partner, or a friend calling to check in on you. Moments that are not costly but do say you are appreciated. In turn, we find ways to reciprocate, to ... Read More
Getting To Know You
January 16, 2023Business, Business 2023, Business Advice, #business growth, #small business, #solo entrepreneur, #survey, marketing, startupsSometimes 'keeping it simple' is the only way a small business owner can get things done....
Getting Discovered as a Creative
December 12, 2022Business, Business 2021, Growth, #artistic, #cloudstorage, #creative, #homeoffice, #networking, #website, social mediaDeep down, you know you need to follow your creative passion to be happy in life. However, you also need to make ends meet. It is possible to do both — you probably follow some people who do on Instagram or TikTok — but perhaps ... Read More
The Full Circle of Communication
December 5, 2022Business, Business 2021, Growth, #business growth, #businessowner, #Ray Oldenburg, #smallbusiness, #sociable place, #Stanley Tucci, #thirdplace, social mediaCities have their share of notable small businesses. In Calgary, I have found a little Greek grocery with authentic feta and olives and an Italian store with a soul enhancing European atmosphere. I notice how my senses come alive in these shops; the hum of ... Read More
Be Bold, It’s Autumn
October 19, 2022Business 2021, Business Advice, advertising, Autumn, business growth, holiday season, marketing, social media, staffFall is when businesses realize that year-end is approaching, and business strategies created in January need to be re-examined and re-set....
It’s All About You
September 19, 2022Business 2021, Business Advice, #branding, #business growth, #businessowner, #personal branding, marketingIt takes courage to put yourself out there....
6 Ways to Get Your Business Out of Debt
June 17, 2022Business 2021, Business Advice, #businessdebt, #businessexpenses, #financialbudget, #grants, #revenueGetting your business out of debt can seem like an impossible goal. However, all it takes is some effort and discipline, coupled with the right mindset....
The Consulting Relationship
March 10, 2022Business 2021, Business Advice, business goals, businessowner, clients, consultants, consultingservices, productivity, start-up, startupsWhen you hire a business or marketing consultant the relationship should be one of good communication, trust and support....
Keep It Simple
January 24, 2022Business 2021, Business Advice, #covid, creativity, entrepreneur, marketing, productivity, toxicpositivityPersonally and professionally trust yourself, trust your instincts....