Small Business

Three Edmonton entrepreneurs go head-to-head against Subway

Taking a bite out of the biggest franchise in the world >

Jump-start Your Wireless Business

Any company can come up with an idea, dump all of its money into designing a prototype and hope for the best. But how can a company improve its chance of getting a product into the hands of customers? >

Tax Rates or Tee offs?

If you’re trying to locate the ideal city to set up a business operation, comparing expenses such as utility costs, tax rates and labour costs is definitely important. >

Fair Dealing

Almost a decade after the new Franchises Act was introduced, questions remain over whether it can both protect franchisees and lure new franchisors to the province >

Words to the Wise

Launching a franchise operation is fraught with risk but advice from successful franchisors may just help you avoid the landmines >

The Apprentice

From gritty toilets to customer complaints, experience the dirty work of owning a cleaning franchise >

Teens Know Best

Creativity is encouraged, thinking outside of the box is required and the team that comes up with the best business plan to rescue a failing company can boast bragging rights for a year.
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Hungry for a Franchise

You've heard the rumours, now here are the rules: Six things you need to know before getting into the food franchise game >

Corporate Makeover

“Lots of doors were slammed in my face because I was too small,” says Bondar.
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A Team Effort

“Shared vision, stretch goals and acceptance of contribution (role and responsibilities) provides the framework through which effective communication, teamwork and leadership can thrive.”
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The Great Hotel Giveaway

You don’t have to be a financial wizard to agree that a return of $1.5 million on $1,000 is a good investment. At least that’s what a group of Grande Prairie entrepreneurs are counting on.
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