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Hiring & Retention of key employees

January 28, 2019 By Mike Labrecque Leave a Comment

Hiring new employees can be a challenge. Retaining key employees is just as tough. Here are a few tips you may want to consider: Recruitment should never be seen as a knee jerk reaction to fill a vacancy but should always be seen as an ongoing process. Think of recruitment, as you do business … [Read more...]

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‘A hand up not a hand out’ is more than just words!

January 15, 2019 By Mike Labrecque Leave a Comment

"It is ever man's obligation to put back into the world at least the equivalent of what he takes out". Albert Einstein "We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give." Winston Churchill It's the beginning of a new year, and perhaps, a good time to consider how we, as a … [Read more...]

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New Year’s Message

January 1, 2019 By Mike Labrecque Leave a Comment

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Christmas message 2018

December 21, 2018 By Mike Labrecque Leave a Comment

Labrecque Business Consulting wishes you and your families a healthy and happy Holiday Season Cheers! … [Read more...]

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The Power of Positive Thinking

December 13, 2018 By Mike Labrecque Leave a Comment

Here is some food for thought for all of us!   If you fail, never give up because F.A.I.L means:  "First Attempt in Learning" End is not the end.  In fact E.N.D. means: "Effort Never Dies" If you get NO as an answer, remember N.O. means: "Next Opportunity"  Make … [Read more...]

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So you are thinking about going into business????? You first need a PLAN!

December 3, 2018 By Mike Labrecque Leave a Comment

Below is an excellent illustration on the ups and down's of a business plan.  (You could also use this illustration for life in general.)  For our purposes here, we will look at it from a business point of view.  If you are going into business or you are already in business, a detailed business plan … [Read more...]

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Financing your business!

November 19, 2018 By Mike Labrecque Leave a Comment

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Things you need to consider in financing your business: Know the experience of the lender you intent to do business with. Network with other business owners so you know whom to approach and if they have the right experience. Be well prepared (That is where we come in and can help). This … [Read more...]

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Experience matters

November 15, 2018 By Mike Labrecque Leave a Comment

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Here are some examples of the various businesses/industries where assistance was provided in arranging financing over the many years spent in the banking industry. Hotels/Motels Golf Clubs Moving companies Clothing stores Office Supply companies Tourism Professionals i.e. … [Read more...]

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An example of the potential benefits of restructuring your financing

November 13, 2018 By Mike Labrecque Leave a Comment

We have been asked on several occasions to give an example of different thinking around helping companies with their financing needs either new money or a refinance of existing debt. In this example we have highlighted the benefits, of a refinance.  All situations are different, and this example … [Read more...]

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FAILURE should be seen as a learning experience and nothing more

November 6, 2018 By Mike Labrecque Leave a Comment

Here are some very well known quotes on failure: “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” - Winston Churchill “Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.” - Winston Churchill “The only real mistake is the one from … [Read more...]

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Merry Christmas

December 17, 2019 By Mike Labrecque

May your days be filled with peace, hope, and joy this holiday season. May 2020 be a year full of success both personally and … [Read More...]

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Capable, talented leader

Mike is a highly capable and talented leader with a very broad skill set. Mike is committed to delivering superior results while driving excellent customer service and a very engaged employee work group.

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Mike was very professional and a fantastic guy to deal with. He is an amazing man. He is a master of his craft.

 

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Mike is a very strong business leader with a great balance between focus on the client, employee, and shareholder. Mike has a lead by example approach and his enthusiasm and passion enhance his effectiveness as a leader.

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