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Good accounts receivable management practices

Accounts receivable management is a key part of managing any business. Neglecting this aspect can lead to a cash crunch, which in turn can have serious consequences.

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Good practices for sound supplier management

Even with a brilliant idea, seasoned managers, talented employees and a revolutionary concept, without suppliers a company is like a dream car with no gas in its tank—worthy of interest but unable to reach its full potential.

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5 steps to creating your website

Here the 5 fundamental steps to creating your website or making changes to an existing one: strategic planning, design, production, launch, operations.

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What is a letter of intent?

You're interested in buying a business and feel that you can start negotiations with the seller. However, certain preliminary steps often need to be taken to protect the rights of the parties involved in the transaction. The letter of intent is one of those steps.

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Improve your entrepreneurial savvy through mentorship

Entrepreneurial savvy is not something you learn at school. It’s partly innate and partly acquired throughout your business life. Mentorship will help you improve your entrepreneurial savvy and increase your chances of business success.

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Acquiring a business: What financing package is best for you?

You are the architect of your business acquisition project, so it's up to you to draw up the plans. Preparing a good business plan is an objective way of ensuring that the many pieces are in place, including the financing.

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It pays to motivate your employees

Some businesses look for an easy way to earn the trust and commitment of their employees and make them proud to work for them. Others have a strong reputation for having motivated employees. It's a fact: it pays to motivate your employees! So how do you do it?

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Why intellectual property is important for businesses

Intellectual property refers to the legal rights that result from intellectual activity in the industrial, scientific, literary and artistic fields. The Canadian Intellectual Property Office can help you establish and protect your intellectual property rights and boost your market competitiveness.

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