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Working towards growth and, eventually, a cash rich exit from your lower mid-market business ($5-$50M), is often a balancing act. These businesses, typically characterized by their smaller size yet significant impact in their respective markets, face...

Understanding the value of your business is crucial, whether for sale, merger, or strategic growth planning. Of course, the foundation of a solid valuation lies in robust financial health. So begin by checking the boxes here. Valuation numbers will be...

In the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), preparation is not just a step; it's the cornerstone of success. The difference between a successful deal and a missed opportunity often lies in the groundwork laid long before the transaction occurs. Preparation...

I shared my thoughts on shifting your mindset from lack to abundance The article was published in the Financial Post (January 14, 2022). https://financialpost.com/personal-finance/family-finance/three-ways-to-shift-your-focus-away-from-what-you-lack-so-you-can-start-enjoying-an-abundant-mindset...

2023 is upon us. Let’s welcome a new year by tapping into the wisdom of a community of peers in this second part of my 3-parter curating fun, frank advice from self-made millionaires. I have been podcasting for over 4.5 years, and, on my podcast, “I’m...

Hello, gentle reader! Those following along the last 3 months, will know that this is the wrap-up column for our 10-episode masterclass on the subject of building value in your business. Over the past 3 months, in this series, I have focused on the 8...

I don’t think it’s a stretch to say Bah Humbug to 2020. Yeesh. What a year. ✅ Covid-19. ✅ Businesses shuttering. ✅ People out of work. ✅ A hemorrhaging economy. ✅ Political and social unrest. Don’t you think Ebenezer Scrooge would be right at home during...

On October 17th, 2020, Canada’s legal cannabis industry turned two. Little did we know, back in 2018, that Covid-19 was waiting in the wings, and would effectively shut down our lives of parties and dinner theatres and swanky nights out (er, if that was...

Small businesses are no joke. We all know that. But when you look at the impact they have on a country like Canada, the real statistics, it’s pretty amazing just how much they contribute to the fabric of our economy. There are approximately 1.18 million...