Earth Day, which falls on April 22 this year, is the perfect time to think about what you can do to help protect the planet. If you’re a small business owner, there are many ways to reduce energy consumption and encourage environmentally-friendly behaviour among your employees. This year, why not adopt one of these cost-saving, … Continued
Are you shipping gifts to loved ones who live far away this holiday season? For your convenience, here are some important UPS shipping deadlines for you to plan around, in order to get your gifts there in time for Christmas.* December 15th – Last day to ship by Ground for delivery to US & Extended … Continued
Seasonal greeting cards are a tradition that dates back almost 175 years, with Englishman Sir Henry Cole producing the first commercial batch in 1843. These days, millions of holiday cards are sent around the world each year. And while most are sent between families, friends and loved ones, many businesses also use them to pass … Continued
Tax season can certainly be a taxing period for many small business owners. Some find it a struggle to prepare the necessary paperwork before filing their return. Others face the challenge of understanding the finer points of the tax process, and how to get the most out of available benefits and deductions. Finally, some small … Continued
Most small businesses would benefit from another helping hand, especially if that new person also provided an injection of talent and youthful energy. That’s why hiring a summer student can often be a big help to small business owners. Find an enthusiastic student with some skills, and you’ve got someone eager to help your business … Continued
It’s the season of giving, a time of year when many small business owners like to show their gratitude to loyal clients with a holiday gift. One way to ensure those gifts deliver the impact and positive association you’re hoping for is by personalizing them. That way, it’s not just another logo pen destined to … Continued
Tasty festive treats like homemade sugar cookies, brownies, molasses squares, and dried snack mixes are always popular and welcome gifts during the holidays. Sometimes nothing’s better than Grandma’s ginger snaps this time of year. But shipping these goodies can be tricky. When sending food domestically and internationally, the key thing to remember is to label … Continued
Framed art can be damaged in transit if not properly packaged. We recommend the double box method for artwork, and removing the glass from the artwork and pack it separately whenever possible. Ship any item valued at more than $250 via air, and if the item exceeds 36″ x 36″, have it crated. (See step-by-step … Continued
Are you planning to ship fragile items this holiday season? Whether you’re sending glassware, porcelain, china or crystal, these exquisite items are among the most common products to get damaged while being shipped every year. Here are some tips to ensure they make it safely from point A to point B without a chip to … Continued
Giving your customers custom calendars for the holidays is a great way to keep your business top of mind all year long. We’ve teamed up with our friends at Xerox Canada to bring you some tips for this cost-effective method of getting the word out about your business and harnessing the power of a monthly … Continued