Tag Archives: work life balance
Business Style: Family or Corporation?
One of the intangible assets of any small business is its culture or style. In developing your own style for your business, there is a big difference between operating it ‘like a family’ or operating like a large ‘corporation’. Continue reading
Merry Christmas from The Business Therapist
As I reflect on 2011, I am so thankful for the people that have brought The Business Therapist to life this past year. I wish you and your families all the best for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Continue reading
Vacation – Tax Deduction?
Wouldn’t it be great to take a winter vacation and get a tax deduction too? The first person to convince is your tax advisor and the second review could be by the income tax authorities. Here are some tips to assist you. Continue reading
The Fish Rots From The Head Down
The more time I spend advising business owners, the more I witness that the actions and attitudes of the business owner (the head of the fish) impact every part of the business operations. Continue reading
Business Merger Announcement
Effective September 30, 2011 my accounting firm has merged with Hyatt Lassaline, LLP. I realized last year that in order to give the proper focus, energy and resources to be a great business advisor, I needed to ‘burn the ships’ with respect to the compliance and tax role I was also providing for my clients. Continue reading
How to Build a Business System for Freedom and Profit
Are there certain parts of your business that you feel have to be done by you – the business owner? Here are some tips from Paul Foster, The Business Therapist, to build a business system for freedom and profit. Continue reading
My Personal Philosophy
I would like to share my personal philosophy on life. I wrote this a couple years ago and continue to enjoy the abundance it creates. Continue reading
Is Your Business Stuck in a Rut?
As a business owner and an advisor to business owners. If you have had the ‘stuck in the rut’ feelings – I have stood in your mud boots. As the owner and the leader of your business, it is your responsibility to lead the team out of the rut. Continue reading
The Gift is in the Giving: Sponsoring David Byrne in his Pro Golf ‘Big Break’
The Gift is in the Giving, and that is certainly true for us! Every Monday at 9pm, my team and I at The Business Therapist are watching the Big Break Indian Wells on the Golf Channel. The current season’s cast includes a great young golfer from Essex, Ontario named David Byrne.
Since my business as a business advisor is doing well, I felt I should give back a little. My girlfriend Jen and I are very appreciative of the abundance we have in our lives, and we decided to sponsor David in his effort to make it on the pro tour. Continue reading
Investing in Yourself is the Best Business Investment Plan
With all the turmoil in the financial markets, the big question recently is: Where is the best place to invest your money? The answer I give to help small business owners is simple: Invest in yourself. Continue reading