We came across this Globe and Mail article written by the BDC on Strategic Planning and we thought it was very useful. Here are what a strategic plan could enable you to achieve: Envision your company’s future over the next three to five years Define your long-term goals Assess your current environment, as well as [...]

Managing Corporate Culture article series In my last article (Managing Corporate Culture – The one absolute truth), I suggested that a CEO examine how he/she is spending his/her time and ensure that the right amount is devoted to the key organizational culture priorities. How much is the right amount? This will differ depending on the [...]

Bryan Santone, H Two Consulting Inc., Toronto, ON Good corporate social responsibility (CSR) requires organizations to operate in a way that will have a positive impact on employees, clients, communities and the environment. There are several small steps that companies can take to integrate CSR into their business models. Philanthropy – Monetary and / or [...]

Sidney Halpern, Chartered Accountant, Winnipeg, MB, CYBF Mentor I have 53 years of business experience from an entry-level position and progressing to that of Chief Executive Officer of a corporate group of companies employing 1,000 people. Experience has taught me that a successful company has socially-targeted goals and objectives as part of its mission. I [...]

Christiana Mbazigwe, Duric Business Solutions, Toronto, ON, CYBF Mentor There are many ways you can do good in your community and make some money at the same time. The secret is to look out for the needs of people in your community and go about meeting those needs to best of your ability. Do some [...]