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Avoiding difficult conversations can damage relationships and have other negative outcomes. The best way to build your effectiveness and confidence is to thoughtfully prepare for the conversation by setting your intention for how you will show up.

Building a successful business takes times and energy. You may be working countless hours at your business, and even thinking about it when you’re not at the office. But working all the time can lead to burnout.

Do you know the profitability of the different products or services that you offer?  Most small business owners I talk to assume they do. The reality, however, sometimes tells a different story.  

Canada is the 3rd easiest country in the world to start a business. Survival is a different story. Success requires (1) having a plan – a comprehensive strategic roadmap, and (2) getting outside advice from experts and other entrepreneurs.

Often businesses reach a plateau after a period of steady or rapid growth, which prompts the question "Why isn't the approach that got us here working anymore? How can we continue to grow?"

Running a business can be stressful. Thoughts of escaping to a simpler place can pop into your mind from time to time. Lately, I’ve been in a number of conversations with CEO’s / business owners who are talking about wanting to move to a far