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Don’t Get Caught Up in the September Buzz

September rolls around, and suddenly there's an undeniable buzz in the air. September is back to school, it’s when new projects begin, and everyone seems to be caught up in a whirlwind of planning fo...
Ask the Professionals - Nelson, Watson Professional Corporation

What pitfalls should be avoided with employee contracts?One of the things that I see most frequently is employers not understanding the purpose of employment contracts, what areas of the law need to b...
Ask the Professionals - Simplifying Entrepreneurship

What does it mean to work ON your business vs IN your business?It's such an important thing as entrepreneurs, we get mired in the frustrations of working hard IN our business all the time. We don't gi...
The Power of Asking for Help at Work

In today's work world, asking for help is often viewed as a sign of weakness or incompetence; however, this couldn't be further from the truth. Seeking assistance can be a game-changer, leading to per...
Taking that Break

In our “everyone needs a side-hustle” culture, the idea of taking a break seems counterintuitive. We often find ourselves caught up in a constant cycle of work, deadlines, and responsibilities, negl...
Unleashing the Power of Inclusion

If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve seen Diversity and Inclusion initiatives are everywhere, and that’s for a good reason. Embracing diversity not only fosters a more inclusive work environment...
Embracing Diversity: Why Businesses Choose to Self-Identify as Members of Diverse Communities

In today's ever-evolving business landscape, diversity has emerged as a cornerstone of success. More and more businesses are choosing to self-identify as members of diverse communities, such as female...
6 Ways to Improve Customer Relations

In this era of consumerism, there's an alternative for every product, which means the customer must come first. Studies show repeat customers buy significantly more on their visits than first time cus...
February Business Breakfast

Introduction of Panelists:Katie Pope Co-owner of Motion Electrical Heating and Cooling, Fire ProtectionJackie Fraser Co-owner of Fraberts Fresh FoodPhil Greenway Vice President, Sales and Marketing at...
Mental Health Awareness

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to focus on the importance of mental health in all aspects of our lives, including the workplace. Mental health has a significant impact on productivity, j...
Career and Leadership Coaching for Trauma Survivors

Even if you haven't experienced trauma yourself, chances are you work with someone that has. Trauma can impact a person’s career and leadership development in unique ways and if you’re looking for c...
Barb’s Story – Citizen of the Year Winner 2014

My name is Barb Evoy and I received Citizen of the Year in 2014. I think winning that award helped to inspire me to do more. And I guess...