The fickle nature of Canadian weather only exacerbates the unpredictability of floods, and with so many areas susceptible to flooding, one unexpected severe storm can trigger widespread, damaging floods. Ignoring the issue of possible flooding can sink your business. Stay afloat with solid preparation and a thorough flood plan. No worries, we’ve got one for … Keep Your Business Afloat
According to recent studies, nearly 66% of Canadians put in 45 hours of work each week—50% more people than 20 years ago. Not only are many people putting in more hours – over 1/2 of the 25,000 Canadians who responded in the Balancing Work and Caregiving in Canada survey said they take their work home with … The Balancing Act: Work vs Life
The majority of us like to think we could handle the stress of a disaster – that we’d keep our cool should something happen. Unfortunately, the reality is without practicing safety drills on a regular basis – panic and chaos are more likely the result. True story. You may have done your due diligence – you’ve … From Bad to Worse SHARE:
All of us have a soft spot for Wile E. Coyote – I mean he tries and he tries and we sympathize, we do – but he’s not a character most of us want to emulate. On the flip side, I feel there’s a great lesson we can learn from the Road Runner. “What’s this?” … Running a Business? Don’t be a Wile E.
When I started in insurance, I discovered how important the old saying, “You’re only as good as your Plan B”, really is. A well thought out practical plan can mean the difference between coping with a disaster and going bust. And there you have it, the harsh reality to owning any business is one of … You’re Only as Good as Your Plan B
It turns out work really is a pain in the butt; as someone that spends a great deal of time sitting in front of a computer screen, I can attest. I came across some tips that may just save my butt – and perhaps help you out as well. It’s estimated office workers in Canada spend over 36 … 7 Tips for a Healthier Workstation
According to KPMG’s recent report titled Focus on Tax, Canada remains the most tax-competitive country for businesses. The report, which assessed the tax competitiveness of 111 cities across 10 countries, ranked Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal in the top five. These results were found by measuring the total taxes paid by companies in each city that … Canada Remains Tax Competitive for Businesses
They say the most valuable lessons are learnt the hard way; which, in my opinion, stinks. So, I’d like to share a brief story with you in hopes it helps someone the pain of learning the “hard way”. Several years ago I was shopping for jewellery with my husband. Stay with me… the story gets better and … Why I show love to my Broker on Valentine’s Day
Two weeks after I got married my house was robbed. I was out of town for the weekend and they literally cleaned house. The icing on the cake… many of the beautiful wedding gifts I had just received weren’t even out of their boxes. Realizing just what they took was a true test of memory… you … Home Inventory Checklist
Compared to last year’s summer we’ve had a lot more rain. The increased rain is great for the environment but not so much those of us on the road. During rainstorms, low visibility and slick roads can create hazardous driving conditions. If unprepared for rainy weather, drivers could be putting themselves and others on the road … Drive Safe on Wet Roads
