As part of the Government of Canada’s Economic Action Plan to mitigate the impacts of the economic downturn, FedDev Ontario has commissioned the Wellington Waterloo Community Futures Development Corporation (WWCFDC) to receive applications for the Community Futures Rural Development Fund. This is a two-year stimulus program providing $450,000 for the region in its initial year…
As you watch this video What Coaching is All About, ask yourself these questions: How do you use your influence? Are you currently playing to your strengths? Can your team count on you? Are you in the end zone? If you need accountability Facing Your Giants, coaching will serve you well. What is holding you…
Eric Schmidt, the CEO of Google, sums it up well with these comments. Here is a quick portion of his interview: For more tips and news, please be sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
To help boost Canada’s productivity through the faster adoption of newer technology, the new temporary 100-percent CCA rate will allow businesses to fully deduct the cost of eligible computers in just one year because the half-year rule will not apply. This includes for use in a business, new general-purpose electronic data processing equipment and systems…
There are seven reasons why thousands of business owners need a business or executive coach. Results are measurable. A good coach can show you how to get more returns with less work. Profit can be monitored. Through a critical driver approach and strategic planning new decision making processes are applied. You build a stronger more…
The Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF) is a national charity providing start-up mentoring, financing and business resources to help young Canadians between the ages of 18 and 34 years of age. Business start-up loans of up to $15,000 are available, with loan repayment schedules of between three and five years. Initiative Updated: $10 million of…
Here is a great spot to start to research some of the most current funding mechanisms. They include hiring programs, youth financing options, clean air – eco friendly programs and just smart stuff that you should know. If you haven’t spent time on this site – you are missing some great options to explore. Invest…
New funding mechanism to support small business, withamaximum contribution of $30,000, for the financial support of hiring a graduate. The funding must be applied to hire a recent graduate in their area expertise for business development, marketing plans or technical development
The value proposition of business coaching is always said better by our advocates – our clients. The return on investment for business coaching has to be experienced. Simply select the resource team that specializes in entrepreneurial basics to assist with the business side of things. Read more to hear a great growth story that is…
When times get tough, some businesses thrive and some struggle to survive. This is not some stroke of luck for those that thrive. The fact is, those who come through a recession with growth are those who know and do these 2 things: