Cycle CPA Inc.

You are probably drowning in well-intentioned advice and ‘helpful opinion’ from family and friends. However, good business advice spoken from commercial experience is another matter entirely. That’s not to say it’s hard to find, but discerning the wheat from the...

Whichever industry your business is in, cultural differences can have a direct impact on your profitability. If you try to understand the cultures of your customers – their customs and differences – you’ll have a better chance of keeping them...

Growth has its risks but a well-designed strategy can deliver stability, security and long-term profits. When it comes to expansion, it’s not always necessary to borrow money. You’d be surprised how your own internal resources can be maximized to provide...

Here are some of the questions about starting a business that come up frequently. Q: I’m thinking about turning my hobby into a business. Do I have to form a corporation? A: No, you don’t have to form a corporation...

Growing a business is one of the most fundamental goals for all small business owners. Successful businesses are those that are always looking for opportunities to grow and making the most of them. What is scalable growth? Scalable growth involves...

Document the positives in your business plan to persuade both yourself (the most important person) and stakeholders such as lenders, investors, suppliers and potential customers that your business idea is sound. 1. Your idea has a strong point of difference...

While your tools, skills and reputation allow you to operate, it’s your staff who can often influence your trade business’s progress. Hiring great workers is only half the solution. Once you hire them, you’ve got to retain them. Here’s how....

Coming up with new ideas for your business is essential for growth. And it’s exciting when you’ve got a new product or service to offer. But before you launch your new offering, it’s important to find out if there’ll be...