The UPS Store Canada and our franchisees are actively following the guidelines established by Health Canada and local public health officials. At this time and based on their recommendations, we will continue to be open for business to serve our customers. Be assured that as the situation continues to evolve, we will make decisions that … Continued
If you can’t see your loved ones as often as you’d like, care packages are a great way to let them know you keep them in your heart. Here’s our advice for compiling and sending packages to show you care, whether it’s for a holiday or for an out-of-the-blue surprise. For food lovers We know … Continued
Tax season isn’t the most eagerly anticipated time of year for most of us, and can often be an especially challenging period for overburdened small business owners. Whether this is your first time filing taxes as a small business owner, or your latest attempt to navigate the sometimes stormy waters of tax preparation, here are … Continued
Large format printing has become a popular promotional tool for all kinds of businesses. Share your message and boost brand awareness by printing posters, banners, indoor and outdoor signage, vehicle wraps, magnetic signs, cardboard cutouts, window decals, and a whole host of other eye-catching options. Quality modern printers mean you don’t have to skimp on … Continued
It has become common, perhaps even fashionable, for new business ventures of all kinds to be described as startups. In truth, however, most of these entrepreneurial undertakings would be better classified as small businesses. Understanding the distinction between the terms isn’t just a matter of semantics, but an important question that can have implications for … Continued
Love is in the air on Valentine’s Day and while it’s important not to forget about your special somebody, small business owners also need to make sure they show some love to another important set of people: their loyal customers. Traditional Valentine’s Day gifts such as chocolates, champagne and bouquets of roses aren’t the answer … Continued
How should small business owners decide which social media networks to stake a claim on? Even if you don’t plan to be active on Facebook, should you still set up an account there using the same handle you use to market yourself on Instagram and Twitter? Does it matter if you don’t use the same … Continued
So, you’ve got an amazing idea for a home business, a well thought out plan, and maybe even some leads for your first sale. You’re ready to roll, right? Not so fast. It turns out before you launch your new business, there are a few more things to sort out. Of course, not every … Continued
How much do you know about TikTok, the wildly popular video creation site with users in 150 countries? You may be surprised to learn it was the world’s second-most downloaded app in 2019, with more than 700 million users added last year alone. Only WhatsApp was downloaded more often. About 12 months ago, TechCrunch dubbed … Continued
Once every four years, our shortest month lasts a little bit longer than usual. Leap years help our calendar keep up with the earth’s rotation around the sun, which actually takes slightly more than 365 days to complete. By tacking an extra day onto the end of February in years divisible by four (and century … Continued
Did you know that January is National Get Organized month? The New Year is a great time for making personal and professional resolutions, and getting organized is an essential component in helping you achieve new goals and resolutions for your small business. Starting the new year with a clean slate sets you up to be … Continued