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Hot Topic: Social Media for Business
Many companies want to explore social media but aren’t sure where to start, and what will work to engage customers and promote their business. Knowing the GOALS of any marketing campaign is the first step to success, and then learning the fundamentals … Continue reading
A Very Good Read
Spring is a busy time, especially for anyone who owns a small business. Even with a hectic schedule, taking a 10 minute ‘time out’ can do wonders for your mindset! Grab a coffee and use those newly carved 10 minutes … Continue reading
Succession Planning for business
Own a business but thinking about retirement? Exiting your business won’t happen overnight – start planning for this change right now! Valuing your business and finding a buyer that wants to take over operations may be a longer process than … Continue reading
Webinars answer Labour Standards questions
Employers with questions about Labour Standards in Saskatchewan can find answers with the click of a mouse. Wonder about your requirements related to holiday pay, hours of work, dismissals and overtime pay? Check out the Labour Standards webinar listing and get … Continue reading
Help Clients Find Your Company. . . Online
Ever wonder how effective your company website really is? Have your website graded using a free on-line tool. “Webgrader” delivers a short, informative report identifying what’s working great on your website, as well as improvements that can enhance your website’s effectiveness. How to … Continue reading
Give your Business a Boost in 2012
New Year’s resolutions often find us promising to nix bad habits and replace them with good ones. Why not apply this to business? Give your management skills (and your company) a boost by reading through our online business resources. It may be … Continue reading
Looking for Workers in Your Business??
Take in the Successful Staffing workshop – two sessions still coming up: November 24th in Carnduff and December 7 in Estevan. You’ll find out about effective job advertising, interviewing techniques, immigration resources and much more. Call to register: 1.877.851.9997
Build A Banking Relationship
When times are good, a lender can be your best proponent and ally. They can help to ensure your cash flow meets demands and you can access new equipment or inventory when needed. But when times are rough the first instinct … Continue reading
Encourage the ‘above and beyond’ attitude in your staff
Attitude makes or breaks a customer experience. Customers make or break a business. Not really profound, but a good concept to continually come back to when dealing with clients. I recently had the opportunity to speak to a small group … Continue reading
Biz Game for Kids
Here’s a fun way to get kids thinking about entrepreneurship: Disney’s Hot Shot Business Game. This online game is a great way for kids to discover basic business concepts. They can operate a virtual landscaping business, comic book shop, pet spa, candy … Continue reading