If you’re a small business owner, you’ve probably heard a whole lot about the importance of establishing a strong presence on social media. And with good reason: the ability to create customized content and share it with customers near and far has proven to be a game-changer for entrepreneurs in all kinds of fields. But … Continued
Small business owners are no strangers to stress, but the burden of filing taxes tends to take it all to another level. So, what’s the key to surviving tax season without tearing your hair out? The proper preparation can save small business owners headaches and anxiety. Make sure you’re ready to submit your return … Continued
Electronic mail, text messages, fax machines, and other forms of digital communication have fundamentally changed the way we send and receive information. Nevertheless, businesses of every style and size still rely on regular mail every single day. Whether it’s bills and invoices, deliveries of new stock and supplies, or spare parts for office machinery, some … Continued
Social media is always an essential part of your small business’ marketing efforts, but it’s especially important during the holiday season. This is a time of year when many of us like to share our experiences, memories, and emotions. Social media, where personal connections are communicated so strongly, is a great place for this to … Continued
There’s nothing like the New Year for spurring us to improve, grow and change. The feeling of a fresh start as January arrives can be a powerful force that helps people focus on new habits and routines, or encourages them to adopt new practices aimed at personal growth. If you’re looking for something (or several … Continued
The packing peanut was first invented in 1965 by Robert E. Holden and to this day is still one of the most important aspects of the shipping process. These little gems, whether made of Styrofoam or biodegradable sorghum, act as a filler for your box of shipped goods as they interlock when compressed in a … Continued
We are pleased to announce that the winner of The UPS Store and Thinking Capital’s small business contest is DOG Bones Bakery in Rockwood, Ontario. The contest invited small business owners to enter for a chance to win a grand prize of $5,000 to help expand and achieve their next business goal. We talked to … Continued
Are you shipping holiday gifts overseas? Accurate documentation is a key element to successful completion of shipments sent outside of Canada. Take extra care with declaration forms. Every package needs proper customs declaration forms. Items will be detained or seized if declarations are not in order. Declare EVERYTHING in the package. If inspectors find undeclared … Continued