Self-employment

They say every word in the English dictionary is now registered as a dot-com domain name.
2007, December

The story of Sandra Rinomato's explosive career is a testament to the saying, "Do what you love, the rest will follow."
2007, December

It's that time of year when many small business owners panic about what to do for their customers who are expecting a little holiday cheer.
2007, December

Let's face it. Moving your home is a big hassle.
2007, December

Yvonne Bradshaw stood outside in the cold for three hours to snatch a good spot at a recent Santa Claus Parade -- for someone else's family.
2007, December

One of the joys of being an entrepreneur is the opportunity to challenge or change the status quo.
2007, November

Entrepreneur Stephanie Agosta was frustrated with her shopping experiences as a plus-size woman.
2007, November

With so much to do when launching a new business, it's easy to lose sight of the forest for the trees.
2007, November

Business to business sellers can be slaves to the mail, waiting and watching and hoping for customers to pay their invoices.
2007, November

When it comes to health, people are open to trying new treatments and products beyond conventional medical care.
2007, November

It's a common problem for new, independent business owners.
2007, November

What makes one business idea soar and another crash?
2007, November

Boomers are leaving their jobs to start their own small businesses in record numbers.
2007, November

Online communities are hot properties right now. Just ask the latest billionaire founder of Facebook.com.
2007, November

Malcolm Bisiker's creation, Rukshuk(TM) - The Game of Rock Balancing, challenges players to create formations using an assortment of rocks.
2007, November

Canada’s existing entrepreneurs have some well-earned words of wisdom.
2007, November

Like everyone else, small business owners can be moody.
2007, October

Everyone knows that the North American home décor industry is worth billions of dollars.
2007, October

It's too expensive to chase after new customers all the time. If you want stability for your small business, you need a recurring revenue stream.
2007, October

Helping people look good is clearly good business. "I just love making people look and feel sexy," new entrepreneur Nicole Hyatt says.
2007, October

More than 40% of Canadians say starting a business is the most rewarding career path.
2007, October

Want to know how to convert contacts into business relationships? Remember these networking tips.
2007, October

People need to understand two things about your new small business: What you do and why they should buy from you.
2007, October

It's a great feeling to know your small business helps customers feel better.
2007, October

According to a recent RBC survey, there are 2.8 million entrepreneurs in Canada -- meaning the dream of being your own boss is alive and well.
2007, October

Anyone watching the changing Toronto skyline will know that the condo market in this city is hot.
2007, October

Nursing education doesn't get any better than that found at a trio of southern Ontario schools.
2007, October

With an increasingly "green" society, starting a small business that helps to protect the environment is a good bet.
2007, September

It's not what you do in your small business that matters, but how you do it.
2007, September

According to a new study, many of executives either never had the entrepreneurial spirit, or it's been squelched in them.
2007, September

Specialty travel services are a booming industry in North America.
2007, September

Creating an identity for your new small business is like naming a new baby.
2007, September

A virtual assistant can be called in to rescue entrepreneurs in such a pinch.
2007, September

Running your own small business can be tough slugging. It can also be lonely, especially for "Homepreneurs."
2007, September

Ever dreamt of hitting the open road, being self-employed, and making a living driving and being a part of the transportation industry?
2007, September

If two heads are better than one, then so are two Seneca diplomas.
2007, September

Western Financial Group CEO Scott Tannas is not only a determined entrepreneur, but is adamant on where to look for opportunities.
2007, September

Burning the midnight oil and working 80-hour weeks is not uncommon for startup entrepreneurs.
2007, September

Your mind is made up: you’re going into business for yourself. Now you’re wondering whether or not you should leave your current job right away.
2007, September

There’s a lot involved in starting a business…and a lot of traps, too. Here’s an overview of the most common mistakes and how to avoid them.
2007, September

Every business owner craves free publicity, yet few know how to get it.
2007, August

Entrepreneur Anne Bennett has found her business success by combining choice real estate with hospitality and service.
2007, August

Knowing how much people love to enter contests, Carolyn Wilman has made a business out of it.
2007, August

Most new small business owners rush into agreements without preparing proper paperwork.
2007, August

With their abundance of energy, fresh ideas and unbridled enthusiasm, young people make great entrepreneurs.
2007, August

You don't have to wait for those first grey hairs to start your own small business.
2007, August

Recently, a jingle client from more than a decade ago called our company and ordered an updated version of the tune we had created for him.
2007, August

Tom and Emmy Droog’s company, Spitz International Inc., has 75% of the sunflower seed market in Canada.
2007, August

Mompreneurs are defined as women who go into business for themselves after the birth of a child.
2007, August

Memoza Jam is on the edge of her dream.
2007, July

Starting a small business while still in school is possible.
2007, July

Positive cash flow is the lifeblood of any new small business.
2007, July

Too many barriers and too much opportunity at home are keeping Canada's small- and medium-sized business from expanding into the global market.
2007, July

Helping people to live better lives is always good for business.
2007, July

If your new small company serves business customers, you'll need to perfect the art of summertime selling.
2007, July

Phuong Pham made all the right moves when at 14 she fled Vietnamese communism for Canada in 1985 -- but it wasn't easy.
2007, July

If you want to improve customer service at your business, try watching reruns on television, chatting up an 8-year-old or visiting a fancy hotel.
2007, July

What could be better than working alongside your loved one every day?
2007, July

Starting a small business means you've got to do everything yourself.
2007, July

Like other moms, Monique Fabregas struggled to balance the demands of work and family.
2007, July

The enormous popularity of community websites such as YouTube.com, FaceBook.com and MySpace.com prove that people love to connect online.
2007, June

Most new businesses start from home. It's a great way to keep overhead costs low, reduce travel expenses and blend family and work life.
2007, June

Ian Quick was a lawyer about five years ago when it occurred to him that he hated his job.
2007, June

Ever wonder where entrepreneurs get their business ideas? Here are the top five origins of an idea.
2007, June

Brothers Stephen and Larry Kelly turned a boyhood passion into a growing business selling parts and accessories for motorcycles.
2007, June

We hire financial advisers to help us save money. Why not hire a personal life coach to achieve more success?
2007, June

What makes one business idea soar and others crash? Is there really a "secret ingredient" to business success?
2007, June

As one of the most multicultural countries in the world, Canada offers a wealth of unique business opportunities for savvy entrepreneurs.
2007, June

It's amazing how small the world really can be, especially in the business community.
2007, June

Paying attention to your own personal needs might just lead you to start a small business.
2007, May

The global marketplace is upon us, so every Canadian entrepreneur should be embracing opportunities to export.
2007, May

Your marketing plan is the most important section within your business plan. After all, it will describe how you to plan to generate revenue.
2007, May

It’s true that you can change the world through your small business.
2007, May

Free information seminars are a wonderful tool to build your new small business.
2007, May

Most entrepreneurs decide to start a business after a significant personal experience.
2007, May

It’s impossible to know everything about running a small business, so you’ve got to build a talented team of professional business advisers.
2007, May

Finding great professional advisers to help build your new business is critical to your success.
2007, May

When it comes to Internet marketing, the pen is truly mightier than the sword.
2007, April

Many entrepreneurs start up by turning their jobs into a business.
2007, April

Over the next decade about 66% of medium-sized business owners expect to leave their jobs. Problem is few have a plan on how to get out of business.
2007, April

Here's how you can turn your business green.
2007, April

The Brides’ Project provides every bride with the things she needs for a beautiful wedding and helps children and adults living with cancer.
2007, April

So many aspiring entrepreneurs think an idea alone guarantees success, when, in fact, the idea is the least valuable part of the success formula.
2007, April

London entrepreneurs have another chance to brave the Dragon's Den and walk out with some major investment gold.
2007, April

The current economic environment bodes well for small businesses, but finding skilled labour will remain a challenge.
2007, April

Essential to business growth, employees should be assigned to run business systems you can no longer work yourself.
2007, April

Core Belief Engineering is results-based psychotherapy that helps individuals change limiting subconscious beliefs that may be holding their problems.
2007, April

Daniel Warner, a student and founder of his own company, is one of six champions in the ACE Regional Exposition for student entrepreneurs.
2007, April

London's emerging leaders want to know whether London has what it takes to create entrepreneurs.
2007, March

Jane Atkinson has come a long way since she was slinging drinks and schlepping from office to office as a temp.
2007, March

People love services that come to them, mobile chef says.
2007, March

Entrepreneurial mom builds a really cosy business.
2007, March

The best business to start is one that stems from your own experiences.
2007, February

Canadian statistics indicate 80% of new small businesses will close within the first five years. The main cause is insufficient cash flow.
2007, February

"I saw a need for a cleaning company that pays its workers fairly and uses environmentally-friendly products," says entrepreneur Matti Sevink.
2007, January

Excellent customer service comes from listening to your clients in order to really understand what they want.
2007, January