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A payroll specialist has an important part to play within the context of a business. A payroll specialist is the person responsible for getting employees paid on-time and ensuring payroll processing is compliant with all standards and regulations.View post
Beyond systems and capital resources, the greatest resource in your company is the employees. It’s not just the wheel that moves your business forward that is important, but the employees, the workers that keep it rolling forward. However, for employees to be engaged and motivated to work for you, they need to feel valued, that their contribution matters. They also need to understand the “why” in every activity and task so they can give it their best effort. Besides the “why,” they also need to understand “what” your businesses goals and objectives are.View post
Nothing eats away at efficiency like disorganization. The condition of your warehouse directly impacts your bottom line and ability to do business at a high level. Disorganization also breads safety risks that have potential to damage your company severely. Use these four tips to your advantage to keep your warehouse safe and organized. View post
Financial fraud involves the use of misleading, unfair, deceptive and false business practices to trick innocent civilians. College students and senior citizens are often targeted by fraudsters, but no one is safe. During the COVID-19 pandemic, financial frauds have been on the rise due to fear or financial need. View post
As a small business, finding resources to fund your company can be difficult. Oftentimes, finding available resources can be a time consuming and stressful ordeal. However, what many small business owners may not realise is that there are a number of credible business financial options for them to turn to. From small bank loans, to larger government grants, personal loans, partnerships and more, knowing what opportunities are available to small business owners can impact your company’s growth and profitability. Rather then remain unaware about the avenues available to business owners, this article outlines the various resources available to small business overs. View ...
The average Ontario homeowner will pay about $1,300 a year in home insurance. When you factor in your auto, life, and even health insurance, you are spending a few thousand dollars per year. At a time when many homeowners are house-rich and cash-poor and living paycheque to paycheque, these can be expensive outlays to endure every month and year. With property tax rates going up in the city of Toronto, it is going to be harder to afford anything else.View post
It is true that interest rates are going up as the Bank of Canada (BOC) begins to gradually normalizing the overnight rate. This means that the average depositor will notice better returns on their cash deposits, term accounts, and savings. However, when compared to the 1980s and 1990s, the returns are still pittance. You might be thinking that there must be some better way of getting your money to work for you without having to dip your toe into the Toronto Stock Exchange or the New York Stock Exchange. There is and it’s called guaranteed investment certificates, or GICs. By navigating the GIC ...
There are many reasons why you may have decided that signing a short-term lease on furnished apartments is a great idea for you to consider. Perhaps you are getting back on your feet after a significant life event, or you may only plan to be in town for a few months or less on business. Regardless of whether you are impacted by these or other situations, you do not want to pay more than necessary to get the apartment that you desire. If you are looking for strategies to get a lower rate on short term rentals, follow these money-saving ...
Start-up firms or small businesses may not have a budget to employee full time front desk operators. Handling inbound calls can be overwhelming when you have to handle all aspects of a business, run daily operations and address phone call queries. Trusting your business with an outside partner can be equally difficult, but responsive communications is an absolute need for any business. Therefore, you have to make a critical decision on what is best for your business. Here are eight main reasons to work with a reputable inbound call centre.View post
Recycling is important, we all now that. Not that anyone should need any incentive to recycle in the first place. After all, saving the planet is already a pretty good reason! Many people don’t know that you can actually make money by recycling. A lot of people are putting plastic, cardboard, cans, and glass into their recycling bins without a second thought. Disposing unneeded items into the recycling containers is the right thing to do and that’s enough, which is great. However, why not make a little money while we’re reducing our global footprint? Here are the seven best ways on how ...
Do you have a great idea for a startup? Do you think a particular business needs to be opened in your neighbourhood? Do you consider a new online venture to be a gamechanger in your industry? Whatever it is all about, now is the best opportunity to embark upon your entrepreneurial dreams, particularly from a financial point of view. Money has never been this cheap, and creditors are looking just to give their money away. Even if the idea of using credit to launch a business does not sound appealing, you should look at the many different ways of borrowing cash. You ...
If you’re looking for a fast-paced and fun career, you may want to consider working in the airport. There are various types of airport jobs that will allow you to earn a good income, such as working as an airplane pilot or taking a more relaxing clerical position at the airport. Before you apply for a job, it’s important to think about the type of work you’d like to do. Fortunately, there are many different types of airport jobs available for you. These jobs also pay well and allow you to make a comfortable living.View post
Architecture is an art that we all would be sorely lost without. It’s a science that helps build the strongest structures ever found, and the most stable of domiciles for those in need of shelter. The architect ensures that the structures they craft with math and logic are safe, secure, and adequate enough to do the job it’s made to do.View post
My name is Brett. I’m a self-made entrepreneur working hard to make my first million dollars. I also give business tips and financial advice. Let’s make some money together, shall we?
