Looking to hire?
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] ASE discussion about hiring employees What would you, as an entrepreneur or executive, look for when recruiting employees? Some of our members have given his/her best practices… DOREEN: You would look for someone who is able to strongly understand the vision of your business in both making your business financially […]
Basics of a simple “Business plan”
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] Business plan A most important and underestimated aspect of a business plan is the authenticity and credibility of the principal. Before anyone ‘buys’ your business plan they have to ‘buy and believe’ in you. Business plans and details vary depending on your targeted reader. Adjust the plan based on who […]
Dealing with Human Resource in your Company
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] Human resources Whether a corporate, retail or professional business, any employee based operation will, at various times, incur human resource (HR) issues. As certainly as you open a business and hire people, it’s assured a situation will arise between you and an employee[s] that needs to be handled with sensitivity […]
People issues remain at heart of all businesses
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] Whether a corporate, retail or professional business, any employee based operation will, at various times, incur human resource (HR) issues. As sure as you open a business, it’s assured a situation will arise that needs to be handled with sensitivity and awareness. It is very critical in this age of […]
Pros and cons of running a business with your spouse/life partner
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] This is a recurring theme with many of our clients. Let us examine some of our discussions and advice. Here are some cons: Spouse if working elsewhere may be entitled to ‘benefits’ from their employment and thus add value to the bottom line for the family income. Group thinking – […]
Interviewing and Reference Checks
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] One of the most important but difficult tasks involves interviewing potential candidates for a position in your business. An item that requires significant thought and preparation that must be completed well before the first interview with any individual is preparing a detailed description of what duties you will want the […]
Selling your business
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] Do you have a plan to sell your business? As stated in a recent article in the Toronto Star “An owner ought to be building it to be sold from the day a business is incorporated”. Planning for a sale should take at least 3 years of shaping the business […]
Effective communications for problem behavior
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light”] A problem employee? We have numerous clients struggling with how to address difficult employees. Be direct; be firm; and always remain fair. Here is an article from Globe and Mail that you may find helpful. The Globe and Mail.com [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]