LLC, S-corp, C-corp, tax treaties....for Canadian business owners, US tax can be confusing and intimidating. In Ep30 Brent Hoshizaki, CPA, CA, CPA (Washington) breaks all of this down for us, and more! Don't let US Tax rules intimidate you into not expanding your business into the US. Tune in to learn from an expert! Links: LinkedIn: https://www.li…

The majority of Canadians will be affected by major changes in the New Budget. And we're all curious about how will we be able to better understand this. In this special episode, Mehul as a financial planner and a tax nerd discusses on the New Budget, what it means, and how it will affect the majority of Canadians. Mehul will also bring up the high…

Are you an business owner or incorporated professional with "healthy" retained earnings? This episode is for you! We are joined by Kim Moody, author, one of Canada's leading tax experts, and CEO of Moodys Private Client and Moodys Tax. Kim’s primary area of expertise is tax and estate planning for owner-managers of private corporations and executiv…

Are you safeguarding your business or your bank? Make sure your debts don't hurt your pocket or your business! Canadians, particularly business owners, must be knowledgeable about various insurances currently offered to them and take the information seriously; this will not only help them save money, but it will also keep their businesses from bein…

Problems are unavoidable and can arise at any time, and business owners are no exception, but I'm sure you wouldn't want to deal with disagreements the size of a whale. Even so, this should not be a daunting task because it only requires you to take the opportunity to address and even clarify issues through shareholder agreements. Not just that, yo…

In today's episode of Mind Your Biz Podcast we are joined by Jami Monte - CPA, bookkeeping coach and owner of Monte CPA. Jami empowers small business owners by coaching them on how to manage their own bookkeeping and how to leverage the financial data. We discuss how having a clear understanding of your business's finances can help owners make stra…

Having a good financial plan is crucial in the event of a critical illness. Having sufficient finances to cover all expenses can make the situation less stressful for all parties involved. Critical illness insurance is never thought about enough: the stage of life, retirement decumulation, the different risks that come with it… We listen from frien…

This week we are joined by Jaxon Howell; owner and founder of Hats by Howell. Jaxon is a true artist in every sense. He is a professional photographer, carpenter, and hat maker who took on the adventure of turning his passion into a business by leaving his flight attendant career to become an entrepreneur. Tune in as we talk about how we can turn o…

In today’s episode, we are joined by Pav Manchanda. He is the founder of ClearBooks Technology Inc. and as a finance leader, Pav brings experience from both established and high-growth environments at a range of firms. Join us on this episode and learn how he founded his business, the qualities investors seek in a fast-growing company and how to he…

Kicking off Season 2 with influencer Alex Cattoni - Queen of copywriting! Alex is a copywriter, marketer and the founder of The Copy Pose, where she teaches people how to work as freelance copywriters. Tune in to this podcast now as she shares how she started at MindValley and her transition to building her own company which has been generating suc…

This week we speak to John Vuong - Founder of local SEO Search. John has a passion to help small and medium-sized businesses grow online and has quite honestly seen it all! Join us on this episode to hear him share how he got into business and what successful marketing looks like. Highlights: [02:12] What is Local SEO Search all about? [06:30] What…

Meet this week's guest; Bob Lawrence - a Chartered Professional Accountant , Chartered Business Valuator and Certified Exit Planning Advisor. Tune in to hear our information-packed discussion about business acquisition, valuation, private equity deals and the effects Covid-19 has had on the M&A world. Highlights: [01:04]The Story of Bob and VEER [0…

BIZ NATION! Episode 18 with Meg O’ Hara, the INCREDIBLY TALENTED contemporary Canadian landscape painter and winner of the prestigious BC Business 30 Under 30 award. Meg is the "foremost artist in the ski industry" and has been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine through her original artwork. She is highly sought after and her pieces are collected by…

When financial advisers and their customers' attorneys work together, they can give you more holistic guidance. Clients frequently think of their financial lives in compartments. If they are required for advice on finances, they contact a financial planner. They hire an accountant or an attorney if they need advanced tax tactics or want to structur…

Biz Nation! EPISODE 17 dropping this week! Shanalisa Keller @canadianfinancegal and I get NERDY 🤓 on business financial basics. We talk sales metrics, profit margins, making You're gonna to want to listen to this many times over 💛🚀 Links: Canadian Finance Gal LinkedIn: Shanalisa Keller Website: New Workshop @canadianfinancegal…

“Why do we do this? It comes down to trust and credibility” - Jonathan Narvey In today’s episode, we are joined by Jonathon Narvey. He is the Mind Meld PR Inc. CEO and has worked both sides of the media- PR divide. He learned the tools of the storytelling trade as a journalist and columnist for such tech, politics, and culture-focused publications …

Punit Dhillon is incredible. He runs a successful biomedical business, he is involved with a magazine, he is a philanthropist, he is a competitive triathlete.... Oh.... and he also wrote a book, Catapult: How to Think Like a Corporate Athlete to Strengthen Your Resilience... How does he do it? Listen to this episode to find out :) Link to book on A…

The fitness industry was hit hard by the pandemic. For one company's leader, that mean tapping into his resilience and courage in order to pivot swiftly to keep the business going while maintaining his clients' safety. Carl Ulmer is my good friend of mine. He is the Director of Operations for Club16 Trevor Linden Fitness and She's FIT! and was the …

Biz Nation! Do you ever feel that if you could just get more organized, your business would be better? Better sales, better profit, better customer engagement, and..... LESS STRESS! Organization Consultant Jane Stoller aka Organized Jane joined us on this episode to talk about how to get yourself and your business organized. This episode is full of…

Biz Nation! Courage is essential in business. This episode's guest, the courageous and multi-talented Olivia Lovenmark, made a bold entry into the Read-to-Drink adult beverage world with her company, Coupe Beverages and her product line Duchess, a lightly carbonated and flavored cocktail in a bottle. Listen to learn how she did it! Website https://…

On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being the worst), being audited would be a 10. Audits can be inconvenient and it results in a large tax bill. But keep in mind that there is nothing to be concerned about. If you know what to expect and follow a few best practices, your audit may turn out to be “not so bad.” In this episode, we are joined by Jesse Gil, wit…

Biz Nation! In case you didn't know, Vancouver has a TECH SCENE! In this episode, we are joined by the Vancouver Tech Expert, William Johnson. William is the a creator and editor of the Vancouver Tech Journal, a weekly newsletter that focuses on what is happening in the Vancouver innovation ecosystem. With a focus on business and technology, Willia…

Biz Nation! If you want to learn how to automate parts of your business, this episode is for you! Justin Lam, Chief Strategist of TACTICAL breaks down how, and more importantly, why you automating your business processes will take you to the next level. Links: Website:Three Sixty Media LinkedIn: Justin Lam Data Lead: Justin Lam Unsplash: Justin Lam…

Biz Nation! Do you know your numbers? I mean, do you REALLY know your numbers? If not, then your marketing plan is probably wrong. In this episode, Nick Bideshi the Chief Executive Officer of Blue Meta explains why having a deep understanding of your business metrics will allow you to create the most impactful marketing strategy. Listen nowto learn…

This one is for all of you startup founders and co-founders. Raising capital is key to growing your startup. But, how do you prepare your company to approach investors? How do you stand out? In this episode, we are joined by Aly Dhalla is the CEO & Co-Founder of Finaeo, a venture-backed "insurtech" startup that is reshaping insurance distribution t…

Biz Nation! Courage is one of the characteristics that an entrepreneur must have in order to see success. In fact, it is the courage to begin which leads to the courage to succeed, in spite of obstacles and challenges. In this episode, we are joined by Sadaf Rahimi, the owner of Charcuterie Vancouver, as she shares her stories of manifesting courag…

Biz Nation, I have said it before; running your own business is HARD! Real estate management is particularly challenging because you are on call to your clients' tenants and guests at all times. Your business has to be organized and efficient. In this episode, we are joined by Leo Chrenko, Founder and Managing Broker of Bolld Real Estate Property M…

Hey Business Owners! Have you every struggled with financing for a new project or location? Does your business need an operating line of credit but you don't know where to start? Lending and financing for small businesses can be complicated and frustrating. In this episode, we’re joined by Brad Kiendl, the founder of Ashdown Capital, a British Colu…

Managing your daily energy, not your time, is the key to being a fully-engaged business owner. But it’s easier said than done. In a world that moves at an incredible speed, we are often making choices and behaving in a way that is a detriment to our energy and performance. The top performers know that in order to be their best for others, they need…

Proper tax advice is crucial for business owners. It is equally important that your various advisors work in synergy to make certain you and your business are being totally looked after. Amanda Doucette is a tax lawyer, podcaster, blogger, and one who is passionate about communication. Not only does she help her clients with tax disputes involving …

Branding creates identity, authenticity, and credibility in the marketplace. Your branding defines most of what you are creating or selling. However, effective branding takes more than just planning, it takes effort and consistency. In this very first episode of the Mind Your Biz Podcast, we will learn from Jason Sarai, founder or Style By Sarai, t…

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