November 30, 2023 by Shannon McIntosh, Manager
In this edition of The Bright Side, we focus on a particularly important topic for small business owners – how to best compensate yourself for the work you do.
November 29, 2023 by Thomas Blonde
Given the all-consuming complexity of any farm business, it’s not uncommon for farmers to overlook the importance of retirement planning. The constant need to reinvest in these businesses means there’s rarely a good time to think about saving for the future.
November 15, 2023 by Brenda Scott
Technology is evolving so fast. Some might say that’s exhilarating, while others might see it as exhausting. With Artificial Intelligence (AI) being integrated into businesses at an unprecedented rate, it’s easy for a company to feel out of shape as it tries to keep up with technology trends, in order to remain current and competitive.
November 14, 2023 by Craig Hoover
If you’re an agri‑food processor or manufacturer, there are a number of valuable government incentives available to your business. However, to access these programs, you will need to navigate a complex web of requirements.
November 9, 2023 by Sarah Netley, Francesca Loreto
As a business owner, it’s important to have a strategy in place to protect your assets from potential creditors. Several instances can arise that put your business assets at risk – the most common being a lawsuit.
October 26, 2023 by Shannon McIntosh, Manager
In this edition of The Bright Side, we focus on a particularly important topic for small business owners – how to best compensate yourself for the work you do.
September 25, 2023 by Shannon McIntosh, Manager
Welcome to the new edition of The Bright Side with Shannon McIntosh. This month, I interviewed two Baker Tilly Catalyst clients, sisters Jodi Willoughby and Carolyne McIntyre-Jackson, who turned their dream of a bakery into the successful business Crave Cookies and Cupcakes. Let’s dive into how it all started, the hurdles they’ve overcome and more.
September 18, 2023 by Sarah Netley, Francesca Loreto
While thinking about what happens when you pass away can be an emotional and challenging exercise, putting a plan in place can give you peace of mind by knowing that your estate plan will meet the goals that are important to you and your loved ones. This two-part podcast will help you better understand why planning ahead is important and how to get started.
September 1, 2023 by Shannon McIntosh, Manager
Welcome back to The Bright Side! This month’s blog post explores the evolving state of cloud accounting and all the positive ways businesses that migrate to the cloud can benefit from this shift, including new access to efficiencies and savings. All the time and money you devote to data entry could be eliminated almost overnight with a shift toward automation, and significant new possibilities are emerging with each passing month. Cloud accounting ultimately frees business owners to focus more on what they do best. If you’re not sure cloud accounting is right for you, allow me to explore The Bright Side.
July 19, 2023 by Sarah Netley, Francesca Loreto
June 27, 2023 by Shannon McIntosh, Manager
Welcome to this month’s edition of The Bright Side. This time around, we’re diving into key aspects of taking your business to the next level as a new entrepreneur. These include how much to charge your clients, how to set and achieve big business goals and building strong client relationships.
June 12, 2023 by Sarah Netley, Francesca Loreto
Maximizing your business valuation doesn’t have to be a mystery.
May 24, 2023 by Shannon McIntosh, Manager
Welcome to this month’s edition of The Bright Side. If your goal is to be a mom while running your own business, this blog entry is for you. There are plenty of ways to balance the dream of motherhood without extinguishing the flames of entrepreneurship. Don’t doubt yourself, you can do it all. Though it is a lot of work, the best things always are!
May 8, 2023 by Sarah Netley, Francesca Loreto
It seems weird to plan an exit strategy for a business you just started, but planning your exit can give you peace of mind and save you time and money when the time comes to leave.
May 8, 2023 by Sarah Netley, Francesca Loreto
Welcome to part one of a four-part miniseries where Frankie and Sarah will focus and highlight key areas of interest for owner-managed businesses.
May 8, 2023 by Sarah Netley, Francesca Loreto
In this inaugural episode, Frankie and Sarah introduce themselves, and share a little bit about Baker Tilly.
April 27, 2023 by Shannon McIntosh, Manager
Ahh, April. The signs of spring are all around us – warmer weather, birds chirping, trees budding and, above all (well, for accountants at least), tax season. It’s the most wonderful time of the year!
March 13, 2023 by John F. Oakey
The 2023 federal budget is just around the corner. What new tax measures can we expect to see from Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland? Without a crystal ball, we are left with educated guesses, informed speculation and, in some cases, open questions. Here, we take a look at what the budget may hold and break down some possible outcomes.
March 7, 2023 by Shannon McIntosh, Manager
With March 8 being International Women’s Day, this edition of The Bright Side holds special significance. As I grow and progress in my career, I am grateful for all the leaders and mentors I have met along the way. In particular, I’ve had the privilege to work with several exceptional women who’ve shown me the true meaning of leadership.
February 28, 2023 by Shannon McIntosh, Manager
Welcome to this month’s edition of The Bright Side. Recently, I had the pleasure of chatting with Natasha Sangra, one of our clients at Baker Tilly Catalyst. She took her business, The Beautox Bar, from bold idea to successful reality through plenty of hard work, planning and determination. Let’s dive into how she did it.