by Steven Beal | Aug 21, 2019 | Blog
Choosing the right name for your business can be a daunting task that can leave quite a few “what ifs.” Do you want it to be personal? Should it be catchy and punchy or should it be straight to the point? A good name is memorable, stands out from the crowd, speaks to...
by Steven Beal | Aug 7, 2019 | Blog
Many business owners will find sales slumping now and again as trends, seasons, and buying habits change, and no matter what, slow sales mean a threat to your profits. Or do they? Objectively, if you’re not bringing in as much money, yes, your profits will suffer, but...
by Steven Beal | Jul 16, 2019 | Blog
Starting a business with a family member or multiple family members might seem enticing at first. You’re comfortable with each other, you may already have shared finances, and you likely have a good read on their capabilities. Just like mixing “business with pleasure”...
by Steven Beal | Jun 6, 2019 | Blog
Anyone who has ever bought or sold a business — or has even thought about it — has likely heard the term “due diligence.” Most people, however, don’t fully understand it or tend to underestimate its value. Due diligence is defined as “reasonable...
by Steven Beal | Mar 8, 2019 | Blog
Mergers and acquisitions are a thriving part of the Canadian business landscape. In the first half of 2018, M&A activity was worth $93 billion CAD, and it has been growing quite steadily since 1985. Clearly, small- and medium-sized businesses in Canada are alive...
