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When you're managing your own small business, you've got enough on your mind to worry about tax mistakes. Whether you're still planning how to start your business or have already made the leap, you need to make sure your taxes are in order.  Tax mistakes that...

90% of startups are destined to fail.  Some of the reasons these businesses fail, such as lack of focus, bad business model and lack of passion among team members, are symptoms of inadequate founder leadership. The one startup that succeeds does so for two main...

So, you want to start a business? Great! There is no better time to get started than 2017. Stocks are up. People are buying more. People are eating out more. You've chosen the best year to jump into it. But you may not know where to start. If you've never opened a...

When people talk about dating, they'll usually mention some kind of spark or feeling of just knowing when someone is "right" for them. Wouldn't it be great if an employer could get those same intuitive feelings when they hire a new employee? Aside from developing...

We all come to business ownership in different ways.   How will you decide to build your own business?  Some of us are born entrepreneurs going back to the days of a lemonade stand in our parents' yard. Others get the itch later in life. Perhaps you've had...

You’ve probably heard about the increasing number of entrepreneurs in the United States. With economic uncertainty and outsourcing impacting almost every industry, the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor found a record high number of entrepreneurs in America in 2015. But...

Building a business is hard work. There's really no two ways about it. Success only comes to those who put in the time and effort. We don't mean to sound discouraging, but it's important to keep in mind that most businesses don't spring up overnight. Even...

Are you at a professional crossroads in life? Do you feel ready to plunge into the world of entrepreneurship? The choice to become an entrepreneur could be just the game changer you've been longing for. You could join the fleet of millions of...

First off, let us congratulate you! Ontario is a wonderful place to start a business. With a population of over 12 million garnering some of the highest incomes in the country, Ontario is one of Canada's most thriving marketplaces. Additionally, Ontario makes it very...

Forbes tells us that 66% of millennials have a desire to start their own business but only 3.6% actually follow through. Today we are going to share with you how to start a business in 30 days so you can be part of that 3.6%.  It is clear that many people have...

97.9% of the 1.17 million businesses in Canada are small enterprises - the sort of business that someone just thinks "Wouldn't it be great if Product/Service X was available right here?" A small business is classified as having between 1 - 99 employees....

Do you have a great idea that you can turn into a profitable small business, but lack the funds to make it a reality? If you do, don’t stress. A solution is on its way! Even though the lack of sufficient capital is one of the main challenges facing small business...

Starting a business in Canada has become a lot easier over the years. In fact, small businesses account for 60-80% of all business in Canada right now. Canada's excellent regulatory atmosphere is the reason behind the major upswing in Canadian startups. ...

Every year, Canada collects over $127 billion from its citizens in taxes, so you can imagine what it brings in from small businesses. Small businesses, defined as having five to 100 employees, are the backbone of Canada. They account for 98% of all Canadian...

So, you've got the dream but your current capital is putting the breaks on your business plan. And, instead of pushing forward with your idea, you're spending most of your time wondering how to start a small business with little money. If you find yourself in this...

Starting a new business is a lot like downhill skiing. It can be fast and exciting, but also a little bit scary.  You might feel free as a bird one minute and hemmed in by obstacles the next. Once you've registered your business and found a location for your...

Looking for the steps needed to register an Ontario Corporation? To help you navigate the registration process, we've put together this infographic to outline the steps.   How To Register An Ontario Corporation   Share This Image On Your Site...

A business plan is a valuable tool for anyone starting a new business. A well structured business plan is your roadmap to achieving your business goals, and can increase your chances of achieving your dreams. Think of your business journey like taking a road trip. It...