The business world is in an unprecedented time of flux and uncertainty as commerce and the economy continue to be buffeted by the ramifications of the coronavirus pandemic. Some sectors have rallied while others continue to struggle for survival. On a very personal level, thousands of people have lost jobs and businesses have closed their [...]
That may not seem like such a powerful statement, but if you start a business on your own, from scratch, one of the most important things you’ll have to do—and do quickly—is to define your target markets and find your customers. Are they online or offline? Responsive to TV, radio, print, or social media? Impulse [...]
A new job can bring schedule changes, a learning curve, and new company culture, but if major life changes are what you’re looking for, a new job may fall short. It will impact your everyday activities, certainly, but it probably won’t bring major change. Breaking out of the employer/employee mold by becoming your own boss [...]
We’ve recently addressed how these temporary stay at home guidelines may offer an ideal opportunity to consider pivoting to a new career that offers greater control of your income potential, work schedule, and a host of other work-life balance factors. Owning your own home-based franchise business has become a popular choice for many who aspire [...]
For many people, doing something meaningful is an important element of job satisfaction. They like to know that what they do has a direct impact on people, helping them to live happier, healthier lives. If making a difference is important to you, becoming a franchise business owner with AdvantaClean® is an ideal way to help [...]
Right now, many people are reassessing their lives, including work/life balance, priorities, and security. The dramatic change in how life is lived every day reminds us of some important truths: Change can be a catalyst for moving forward. Work/life balance is more about recognizing when your time should be spent on work and when it [...]
You’ve heard the saying, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Anyone would agree that right now we’re all juggling lemons with the world in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic. Newly minted terms—shelter in place, social distancing, new normal, and an unprecedented stay-home order—have most people wondering what tomorrow will bring. Homeschooling has replaced [...]
In both the United States and Canada, the month of July is independence month. Canada Day is July 1, marking when the existing colonies became Canada. The Fourth of July celebrates America’s birthday when a new nation was born. The month is dedicated to celebrating our cherished freedoms and independence with flags flying, parades, speeches, [...]
The more you can invest when you're young, the better off you'll be. If you’re nearing retirement age and did not heed that sage advice, undoubtedly, you’re feeling some pain. Or, if you’re ignoring the inevitably of retirement and not planning for it, you’ll eventually feel the pain. According to a recent study, saving too [...]
