The Pros and Cons of Equipment Leasing for Small Businesses

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You probably have never thought about it (we had not) but there are a ton of business phrases that originate from our ancestors’ nautical era. Back in the day when business exploits were often done by boat, the phrases used on those junkets have wormed their way into our everyday business conversations. For example, as…

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What is Cash Flow in a Business? A Beginner’s Guide

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For any business owner, understanding cash flow is one of the most crucial aspects of financial success and sustainability. While profitability may be the ultimate goal, cash flow is what keeps your business running smoothly. In this beginner’s guide, we’ll try to answer the question “What is cash flow in a business?” by exploring the…

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Equipment Leasing vs Buying: What Makes Sense for Your Business?

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In today’s competitive business landscape, making the right decisions regarding equipment acquisition is crucial for success. One of the key considerations is whether to lease or buy the equipment needed to effectively run your business. This blog explores both options’ advantages and disadvantages, helping businesses determine which approach makes the most sense for their specific…

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Prime for Growth: Conversations w Everyday Innovators; S1 E2

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Welcome to Prime for Growth, a podcast about the journey of possibility that entrepreneurs live every day. Our conversations with these everyday innovators explore why, when and how they implement change in their businesses. And sometimes what happens when they don’t.   This is about innovation – from small i -innovation all the way to disruptive…

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Culture: the brew your crew drinks daily.

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Culture is the mapping tool for a great business journey I love culture. I don’t mean my love of art galleries, and sports – although I sincerely love those – especially soccer and museums (just ask my hubby who has patiently toured through many museums where I MUST read every plaque.) I’m referring to the…

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The Path to Leadership is Paved With Many Mistakes

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Author: David Staples #### Published in The Edmonton Journal May 10 2019 A colleague once referred to one of our bosses as, and I quote, “a natural-born leader of men.” All these years later, I still chuckle at that comment. Perhaps such a creature exists. I can’t say I’ve ever met such a leader. From…

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