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The Certified General Accountants of Ontario produces and distributes a variety of information booklets, all of which are available to the public, free of charge.
Pick up your free copy of the Tax Planning Guide at the London Small Business Centre or download in PDF format.
Note: This guide also covers business and self-employment expenses (p.29).
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Dear Friends, 
This New Year is off to a great start, with several events in January and new programs on the horizon.
In this season of good resolutions, we would like to suggest a few for us all:
· Update your to-do-list and put at the top of that list the one thing you never have time to do - even if it's the hairdresser!
· Look for a mentor: any of our networking events is a great place to start!
· Learn something new
· Spend more time with family & friends
· Volunteer to help others
All Staff and Board members of the Small Business Centre join me in wishing you a happy and successful New Year for 2009.
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Clients in the News...
 The following clients have recently been featured in the local media. Congratulations!
Who: Evelina Silveira of Diversity at Work
Where: Biz Monday, London Free Press When: December 1, 2008 & January 5, 2009 " Diversity at work" based in London, provides consultancy services, workshop facilitation and language lessons to organizations engaged in harnessing the competitive advantages of strategic diversity management. Get diversity working at your organization today. Visit their website for more information.
Who: Susan Regier of Vantage One Writing
Where: Biz Monday, London Free Press When: December 15 & 22, 2008 Vantage One Writing has helped hundreds of businesses find their authentic voice and get the word out. As the owner/head writer of Vantage One Writing, Sue works directly with entrepreneurs to find their core essence and develop a compelling marketing message. Visit the website for more information.
Who: Crazy Joe of Crazy Joe's Shisha Cafe
Where: Biz Monday, London Free Press
When: December 15, 2008
At Crazy Joe's Shisha Cafe, customers are invited to smoke from a shisha pipe, puf herbal smoke in a dozen flavours, all free of tobacco, tar and nicotine. Also enjoy Middle Eastern food, drink and culture. Visit Crazy Joe's at 405 Wharncliffe Rd S.
If you are a Small Business Centre Client and have been featured in the media recently, we would like to hear from you so we can pass it along. Send details to info@sbcentre.ca and we may include it in our next newsletter. |
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Advanced Business Series Seminar
Growing Your Sales In a Difficult Economy! 
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Time: 9:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Location: London Small Business Centre
Cost: $25.00+ GST
Presented by George McCabe of Sandler Sales Institute
Invaluable pointers on keeping your business alive and growing in these volatile economic times. Click Here for More Information & Registration
Pre-registration required as seating is limited.
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February Networking Event
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Join us for Networking at
TrisanOne Business Centre
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Address: 343 Dundas Street., London Map
Cost: $5.00 (paid at the door)
If you would like to join us for this event please register by email, or call us at 519.659.2882 ext. 0
by February 3, 2009!
Thanks to everyone who joined us at our January event at the Carling FITness Club. Watch for the pictures on the Networking Wednesday Photo Gallery!
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On Tap with The Entrepreneur's Club... 
Each month, members of The Entrepreneur's Club meet to learn from seasoned professionals, share knowledge and skills, and develop valuable business relationships.
Are you interested in becoming a member of The Entrepreneur's Club? Attend a Water Cooler meeting to find out what we're all about. All you have to do is pay for breakfast. Attend two meetings without obligation...and then we'd love to have you join us regularly.
Check out our Searchable Directory. You can be included, too...simply become a member of The Entrepreneur's Club - it's part of your membership fee.
Join us at our next meeting on Wednesday, January 21, 7:00 a.m.
RSVP eclub@sbcentre.ca | phone 519.649.7712
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Business New Years Resolutions
Looking to make a few New Year's business resolutions for the upcoming year? The New Year just started, so entrepreneurs need to start thinking about their personal and business resolutions for the upcoming year. The begining of the year is a great time to start thinking about what you want to do differently this year.
Here's what we think entrepreneurs should be doing to enjoy a more prosperous and productive 2009.
1. Get and Stay Focused. In order to succeed, you need to know what you want, choose how you are going to get there and then stay focused on achieving your objectives. Don't allow yourself to be distracted. This year, resolve to set goals, stay focused and achieve your goals!
2. Think Strategically, Get Creative. Set aside time each week to think about new ideas and initiatives for your company. Brainstorm with your staff on "crazy" ideas for the business - some of them may not be so crazy after all. By challenging your mind and clearing it of the daily routine, you will probably come up with creative approaches and new ways to solve problems, capture customers or just bring a better quality of life to your business.
3. Read More, Learn More. Increase your knowledge, or you will decrease it. Take the time to read books, newspapers, and magazines. Schedule time to regularly visit news and information sites on the Internet. Information is power and can affect your business by helping you to provide value to your customers, inspiring new ideas and leading to new prospective markets to expand your business.
4. Upgrade Your Technology. Invest the time it takes to learn how to make the most of technology. Commit to make technology second nature in all aspects of your business and reap the rewards over the long-term in on-the-job ease, efficiency, profitability and enjoyment for you and your employees.
5. Bring Balance and Fun to Your Life. Being a business success means nothing if you are unhappy. Don't lose sight of the joy of being your own boss by becoming a slave to your business. Take time out for a vacation this year and insist on scheduling time to spend with your family and friends.
Time away from your work - whether pursuing a hobby or spending quality time with loved ones -- can be the best thing that you do to bring vital creative energy back to office and maintain harmony in your life.
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