Business Finance Specialist
From the Federal Government website on Canada Small Business Financing Program here are some frequently asked questions and answers around the program. We hope you find it helpful. There are other aspects of this financing program which we would be happy to discuss with any business owner. Please … [Read more...]
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...]
"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...]
Labrecque Business Consulting wishes you and your families a healthy and happy Holiday Season Cheers! … [Read more...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
