Ask the legends: Tim Moore
PROFIT staff |
The friendly founder of AMJ Campbell Van Lines and many other companies shares his tips on franchising, beating big competitors and getting tough when you have to.
Do you earn what you should?
Sandra E. Martin |
Some entrepreneurs chronically pay themselves too little; others, way too much. Here’s how to tell if your salary is sound.
Kelly the Intern: Angel investors and Green guidance
Kelly the Intern |
PROFIT’s crack researcher explains how to get notices by angel investors and where companies can get money for going green.
Balancing on a shaky buck
Jim McElgunn |
Why your firm needs a hedge against the endless oscillations in the value of our dollar.
Advice: 5 lessons from the Beatles
Ian Portsmouth |
Four decades after their breakup, the Fab Four are on top again. Let them show you how to be fab, too.
Centre of the universe
PROFIT staff |
Toronto is Canada’s capital of big business. Recent evidence suggests it’s Canada’s small-business capital, too.
From the editor: Making up is hard to do
Ian Portsmouth |
As Canada begins to crawl out of recession, business owners need to ask themselves: “How long will my staff stay with me?”
Cutthroat compassion
Chris Atchison |
If you're searching for a stronger competitive advantage, then consider an aggressive approach to social responsibility.
Kelly the Intern: Social networking and the number 99
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Our researcher explores the value of banning Facebook at work and discovers why your prices should end with "99".
Entrepreneur of the month: Marc Thuet
Kali Pearson |
Restaurateur Marc Thuet hires only ex-cons and recovering addicts -- which makes for interesting dining and TV.
5 lessons from Michael Myers
Ian Portsmouth |
The power of persistence isn't all you can learn from this silver-screen slasher.
Instant MBA: Selling to the poor
Kim Shiffman |
There's big business in selling to developing countries — if you take the right approach.
Business growth: Cheat Sheet
Jennifer Myers |
Simple ways to pass the business growth test — courtesy of the PROFIT 100.
Certifications: The mark of a she-EO
Nicole Chaplin |
A new certificate that can help female entrepreneurs prove they're female entrepreneurs? It will unlock more opportunities than you think.
Communication: Playing with the big boys
Eleanor Beaton |
For Harry Chemko, winning corporate customers was easy — satisfying them was not. Better communication saved the day.
Problem Solvers: To boldly grow...carefully, that is
Andy Holloway |
Andrew Richardson's painstaking analysis of which sector to diversify into led to smashing success. Now, he's out to replicate the feat.
From the Editor: Canada's heroes for hard times
Ian Portsmouth |
The most energizing trait of PROFIT 100 leaders is their insistence on looking at the bright side.
Ask the Legends: Sleep Country Canada's Christine Magee
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The ubiquitous mattress retailer reveals her secrets for a great sales force, the problems with going public and how perspective gives entrepreneurs more power.
Ask the Legends: Leslie Dan
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The pharmaceutical industry giant predicts the future of Canadian biotech and explains why every entrepreneur is obligated to give back.
Productivity: Yes, we can [go paperless]!
Laura Pratt |
Achieving the paperless office is no longer just a dream — it's a real competitive advantage.
How to beat the recession
Chris Atchison and Susanne Ruder |
Tried and true strategies from entrepreneurs who've been there, fought back and won.
From the editor: Don’ts for the downturn
Ian Portsmouth |
Why you should resist the urge to make three common cuts in reaction to recession.
How to beat the recession
Chris Atchison and Susanne Ruder |
Tried and true strategies from entrepreneurs who've been there, fought back and won.
Recession: How to make it through
Chris Atchison |
Recession poses many threats to your business. It pays to see them coming and to safeguard against those you can’t.
Your next big thing
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Introduction: PROFIT's 13th annual Opportunity Guide presents today's best startup, expansion and sales prospects.
