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How to Become a General Contractor
Starting a general contracting business is a rewarding and exhilarating entrepreneurial venture. A general contractor wears many hats, and is often held accountable for every aspect of a building project. Here’s what you need to know to get started.
How to Start a Tutoring Business in Canada
Tutoring is a private and supplementary method of academic instruction and support. The expectation is tutors have exhaustive knowledge or demonstrated expertise in their subjects of focus. Here’s what to know to start your tutoring business.
How to Prepare Your Small Business for a Recession
Although there’s no consensus among economists whether Canada will slip into a recession, preparing your business’s finances to endure a choppy economy now and into 2023 is the safest strategy. Here are ways to do that.
What Kind of Insurance Does Santa’s Workshop Need?
Sleigh bells may jingle, but if St. Nick’s sleigh gets into a collision, or a fire ignites at his workshop, and all the toys are destroyed, the costs could ruin the festive season. Here’s an overview of the insurance protection Santa has (and what your business should have, too!).
How to Start an IT Business in Canada
Much like a technologist, entrepreneurship is about problem-solving. Considering our economic environment, the moment to strike out on your own may be at-hand. Here are the steps to take to bring your tech startup to life.
6 Ways to Improve Inventory Management
Your inventory is one of your company’s most valuable assets. Managing it well through seasonal peaks throughout the year is vital for inventory control. Get an overview of how you can improve your inventory management and how insurance can help protect it.
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What Type of Insurance Does a Herbalist Need?
Sometimes referred to as holistic health practitioners or herbal practitioners, herbalists offer a holistic approach to health and wellness to address their patients’ health issues or goals. However, herbalists face several liability risks. Here's how you can protect your practice.
What Is Installation Floater Insurance?
Before tackling your next renovation or new build project, take the time to ensure the materials you buy on behalf of a client for that project are covered if something happens to them before you install them.
5 Types of Insurance Every Pest Control Business Should Have
Pest control professionals’ customers rely on them to rid their properties of pesky insects and rodents. However, accidents and mistakes happen in any line of work, and the risks are amplified when using pesticides, poisons, and chemicals. Here’s what you should know.