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Your Business, presented by David Wojcik understands business. As the CEO/President of the Mississauga Board of Trade, he focuses on current commercial issues and how they affect entrepreneurs and key executives. When politicians change course, David will help you understand how it impacts you and your bottom line. Expert guests help navigate through every topic including marketing, motivating employees, reducing tax and boosting your profit. David interviews the entrepreneurs who have succeeded in the real world – and have the scars to prove it! Through his platform, his insightful program – Your Business – will change how you conduct YOUR business.
Thanks for being with us today on Your Business and thank you to all my guests in 2021. This is my final show on Your Business as I move into retirement mode. Thank you to our amazing Sauga 960 boss lady, Joty Pannu for her support and to Kelsey Lusk, our show producer for making us sound fantastic every single week. AND a big thanks to our amazing guests and of course, a very special thank you to you our listeners. Happy new year and here's to a safe and COVID free 2022. This is David Wojcik, one more time, wishing you continued success in your business from the Mississauga Board of Trade and News Talk Sauga 960.
On today's show, we talk about marketing strategies for 2022 with small social company, Julilyn Woods. We get an overview of EDC's Trade Confidence Index with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: Your focus right now might be on the holidays but, have you started sales planning for the new year? Linda Kern from the Kern Group shares her expert tips!
On today's show, what challenges are CXO's preparing to face in a post-pandemic world? Executive Vice President Joe Jose from HCL Technologies explains. Guest host Ken Tencer speaks to Sherrice Thomas about Diversity, Equity, and Innovation. We get an overview on the economic impact of COVID-19 with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: What are some key strategies to consider when conducting year-end tax planning? Financial planner David Barnsdale has got you covered.
On today's show, Development Lead and Argo’s VP Brian Sutherland joins us with an update on the Lakeview village. Guest host Ken Tencer takes over the hot seat with his weekly segment, Say Hi to the Future. And Brad Butt gives us our political update. Bur first: What is Bill 27 and what does this mean for employers? Keyser Mason Ball labour lawyer, Jonathan Borrelli explains.
On today's show, what Is Google Ads and why should you use it? Catherine Colasimone from the small social shares her insight. Guest host Ken Tencer speaks to author and founder of Times of Entrepreneur, Elizabeth MacBride about her book, The New Builders. We get an overview on the global need for new investment with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: What sustainable projects are being incorporated in the development of Lakeview Village? Development Lead and Argo’s VP Brian Sutherland joins us with an update.
On today's show, we talk about the easiest way to close a business deal with Linda Kern, the Founder and CEO of the Kern Group. Guest host Ken Tencer speaks to author and international speaker, Teresa de Grosbois, about Maximizing Influence to Change the World. We get an overview on the automotive industry with Peter Hall and Brad Butt. But first: How will Ontario's Fall Red Tape Reduction Package affect businesses? Minister Nina Tangri shares details on the announcement.
On today's show, we talk about navigating meeting overload with Liza Provenzano from SparkHR. Guest host Ken Tencer speaks to writer and photographer Audra Mulkern, about The Female Farmer Project. We get an overview on global growth with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: What is happening at Lakeview Village? Development Lead and Argo’s VP Brian Sutherland joins us with an update.
On today's show, we talk about the legality of Bill 27 with KMB labour lawyer Jonathan Borrelli. We get an overview on global inflation with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: What's on Ontario's 2021 fall economic statement and how will it affect businesses? Rocco Rossi, the President & CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce explains.
On today's show, we talk about Long-term secular equity cycles with financial planner David Barnsdale. Guest host Ken Tencer speaks to CEO and Co-Founder of DK Leadership, Karyn Gordon, about Leadership, Success, and Humility. We get an overview on top concerns for Canadian exporters with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: What are effective sales prospecting strategies to grow your business? Linda Kern, the Founder and CEO of the Kern Group gives her expert advice.
On today's show, we talk about Search Engine Optimization with Catherine Colasimone from the small social company. Guest host Ken Tencer speaks to CEO of eCampus Ontario, Robert Luke, about The Role of Digital Literacy in Continuous Education.. We get an overview on labour shortages with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: How do you respond to employees who refuse to follow vaccine mandates? Keyser Mason Ball labour lawyer, Jonathan Borrelli explains.
On today's show, we talk about creating a professional online presence with small social companies Julilyn Woods. Guest host Ken Tencer speaks to agricultural entrepreneur, Cedric Habiyaremye, about Africa’s role in the future of food. We get an overview on labour shortages with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: Can political parties in power effect the stock market? Financial planner David Barnsdale explains
On today's show, what are the benefits to digital out-of-home marketing? Alex Wilson, the Manager of content and strategy at Regdon gives his expert advice. Guest host Ken Tencer speaks to author and freelance journalist, Elaine Pofeldt about the importance of entrepreneurship and solopreneurship. We get an overview on the clogged global shipping system with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: What does Ontario's fall red tape reduction bill mean for your business? Rocco Rossi, the President and CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce explains.
On today's show, we talk about why your business needs to be on Instagram with the small social company’s Madi Harker. Say Hi to the Future host Ken Tencer speaks to artist and entrepreneur, Giulia Tripoli about Dance, the importance of collaboration, and cultivating curiosity. We get an overview on consumers and post-pandemic spending with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: Shop Local Mississauga is here! How can you help support the city and keep Mississauga strong? MBOT President and CEO Trevor McPherson explains.
On today's show, we talk about digital marketing trends with Catherine Colasimone, digital marketing director at The Small Social Company. Guest host Ken Tencer and his guest Saleema Vellani discuss being an active leader, sweet spot mapping, and her new book Innovation Starts with ‘I’. . We get an overview on EDC's Autumn 2021 Global Economic Outlook with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: Why is employee retention important and what are some strategies you could use? Spark HR founder, Liza Provenzano, explains.
On today's show, we talk about workplace culture with Liza Provenzano, SparkHR Founder and CEO. We get an overview on business investment trends with EDC Vice President and Chief Economist, Peter Hall, and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: There are some important Office and Office 365 dates to remember. To help us with the conversation is Sean Jennings. Sean is the founder of C.I.M. Solutions and is an I.T. expert with over 30 years of experience.
On today's show, we talk about investment fees with financial planner David Barnsdale. The small social company’s Catherine Colasimone explains how to stay relevant on Google. We get an overview on global trade with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: What's an Employee vaccination policy and why do businesses need one in place? To help us with the discussion is Medical Officer of Health for the Region of Peel, Dr. Lawrence Loh.
On today's show, we talk about how to successfully finish off the year with sales guru Linda Kern, president of The Kern Group. We get an overview on key economic issues with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: How will Ontario's proof of vaccination program work when it comes into effect on September 22? To help us clarify the legalities is Jonathan Borelli. Jonathan is a labour lawyer with Mississauga based law firm Keyser Mason Ball.
On today's show, should you move your desktops to the cloud? C.I.M Solutions founder Sean Jennings gives us his expert advice.. Guest host Ken Tencer takes over the hot seat with his new weekly segment, Say Hi to the Future. We get an overview on what confidence means to an economic system with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: What is a vaccination policy and what are rules must employers follow? Keyser Mason Ball labour lawyer, Jonathan Borrelli explains.
On today's show, we talk about online content creation with Julilyn Woods, digital brand director at The Small Social Company. Guest host Ken Tencer takes over the hot seat with his new weekly segment, Say Hi to the Future. We get an overview on mechanization with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: How has COVID-19 affected the benefits industry? To help us with the discussion is Doug Hynek. Doug is the Principal of Hynek Financial Group.
On today's show, we talk about Canada's Innovation Corridor Summit with Brampton Board of Trade’s Todd Letts. Guest host Ken Tencer takes over the hot seat with his new weekly segment, Say Hi to the Future. We get an overview on increased inflation rates with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: Should Canadian businesses implement a proof-of-immunization policy? Rocco Rossi, president and CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, joins the discussion.
On today's show, we talk about web management and who should control your domain with Sean Jennings. Guest host Ken Tencer takes over the hot seat with his new weekly segment, Say Hi to the Future. We get an overview on global economy recovery with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: How do you motivate and encourage your sales team to hit their goals, make profits and drive sales? Linda Kern, founder of the Kern Group shares her expert advice.
On today's show, we talk about how to effectively use paid advertising Julilyn Woods, the digital brand director at The Small Social Company. We discuss cybersecurity with David Masson, the Director of Enterprise Security at Darktrace. We learn why soft skills are important for leadership and David Barnsdale gives us on overview on retirement compensation arrangement. But first: How do you build a business that allows you to introduce an environment where you and your people succeed? To help us with the discussion is Kiran Mann. She is the CEO and Founder of M2M Business Solutions.
On today's show, we talk about infrastructure funding for projects in Mississauga with Geoff Wright. Guest host Ken Tencer takes over the hot seat with his new weekly segment, Say Hi to the Future. And Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected employee benefits and what are companies doing to adapt to the change? To help us with the discussion is Doug Hynek. Doug is the Principal of Hynek Financial Group, which is an exclusive partner with the Mississauga Board of Trade in providing the Chamber Plan to MBOT members.
On today's show, we talk about financial assistance that is being offered to business during these challenging times with VP & District Manager Mark Stafford and AVP & Market Manager Samuel Cummings from Canadian Western Bank. Guest host Ken Tencer takes over the hot seat with his new weekly segment, Say Hi to the Future. And Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: How can business owners prepare their company for a Post-Covid world? Jim Molyneux, the Regional Managing Partner for Peel Region at MNP shares his insight.
On today's show, we talk about Step 3 of the Provincial Re-opening with Peel’s Medical Officer of Health, Dr Lawrence Loh. Guest host Ken Tencer takes over the hot seat with his weekly segment, Say Hi to the Future. And Brad Butt gives us our extended political update. But first: What skills will graduates need to prepare themselves for the future? To help us with the discussion is Dr. Alexandra Gillespie. She is the principal of University of Toronto Mississauga and the vice-president of the University of Toronto. She is also the sector leader for education and not for profit for the Mississauga Economic Recovery Group.
On today's show, we talk about Canadian Immigration with Rick Lamanna. Guest host Ken Tencer takes over the hot seat with his weekly segment, Say Hi to the Future. We get an overview on how vaccine distribution is boosting the global economy with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: What does the future look like for the manufacturing industry? We talk to Paul Meo from NTN Bearing.
In today's show, we discuss how to use LinkedIn for your business with a small social company’s Julilyn Woods. Guest host Ken Tencer takes over the hot seat with his new weekly segment, Say Hi to the Future. We talk about hidden advisor fees with David Barnsdale and Bob Murray tells us how his business pivoted to making face masks. But first: What does the future look like for the hospitality and tourism industry? Joining us is Sameer Sharma, President of Crown Group of Hotels and the sector leader for Hospitality, Tourism, Entertainment, and Retail with the Mississauga Economic Recovery Group.
On today's show, we talk about free rapid antigen test kits from Shoppers Drug Mart. Guest host Ken Tencer takes over the hot seat with his new weekly segment, Say Hi to the Future. We get an overview of global economic recovery with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: What does Accountability mean and how do you lead a team to success? Liza Provenzano shares her expert knowledge.
On today's show, we talk about Instagram Reels and Tiktok with the small social company’s Julilyn Woods. Guest host Ken Tencer takes over the hot seat with his new weekly segment, Say Hi to the Future. We get an overview on Emerging global trade markets with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: The Ontario government has again updated the Employment Standards Act to further extend Ontario’s “COVID-19 Period” to September 25, 2021. This means the temporary rules that began in March 2020 will continue to apply, giving employers the ability to implement COVID-related leaves of absence or wage reductions. To help us clarify the legalities is KMB Law’s Jonathan Borrelli.
On today's show, we talk about a proposed life sciences roadmap with Life Sciences Ontario CEO Dr. Jason Field. We also discuss strategies to restore energy for leaders who are tired with Spark HR founder, Liza Provenzano. We get an overview on supply not meeting demand with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: There have been a lot of temporary measures put into place in the past year. We are now starting to see cases dealing with temporary layoffs due to COVID. Does the modified Employment Standards Act protect workers? KMB Law labour lawyer Jonathan Borrelli explains.
We learn how to prepare a will and plan an estate during a pandemic with financial planners David Barnsdale and Dr. Tom Deans. We also discuss why email marketing is a crucial part of your business strategy with the small social company Catherine Colasimone. We get an overview on a reimagined new normal with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: With vaccination rates rising, will they become mandatory? KMB Law labor lawyer Jonathan Borrelli shares his insight.
On today's show, we talk about the importance of employee health and wellbeing, reasons why you need to backup and update your company website ASAP. We get details on how to make your work-from-home situation better. We also discuss labour constraints and industry re-development to combat worker shortages and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: Employees are feeling isolated due to out-of-office work and this will have an impact on businesses in the long run. So how can we prevent this? And what is the TRCA, Toronto, and Region Conservation Authority doing to reduce these negative effects? We are joined by Darryl Gray, Director of Education and Training at the TRCA to share their action plan.
On today's show, we talk about paid sick leave for employees and how this program relates to existing government benefits. We get more details on exit planning for business owners during Covid-19. We also discuss economic recovery with supply-chain reboot and Brad Butt gives us our political update.
But first: Ontario is the only province with a paid sick leave program to protect essential workers during Covid. Why is the federal government not onboard with this offer? We are joined by Rocco Rossi, President & CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce to shed some light on this topic.
On today’s show, host David Wojcik steps back and becomes the interviewee! We welcome Norm Murray to the chair as he interviews David for Your Business’ 100th show on Sauga 960AM! They discuss favourite moments, memorable guests, and David reveals a big announcement!
On today’s show, getting mentally prepared for the next wave of economic activity with Parveen Dhupar. How can you get a sales prospect’s attention during a crisis and when is the right time to ask for that face-to-face meeting? To help us with the conversation is sales guru Linda Kern from the Kern Group. Mark Edgar from the Goat Rodeo Project helps us understand what employers need to consider when planning for employees returning to work. The US dumped a $1.9 trillion stimulus package into their economy but how does this affect Canada? EDC Vice President and Chief Economist Peter Hall explains. Anyone over the age of 18 can now get vaccinated in Peel region and Mississauga workplaces can soon get their hands on rapid testing kits. To help us understand what’s happening at all orders of government is Brad Butt.
On today's show, we talk about how the Peel Section 22 order affects business on a legal standpoint with KMB Law’s Jonathan Borrelli. We get more details on the 2021 Federal Budget from Ontario Chamber of Commerce’s Rocco Rossi. We also discuss the soaring prices of lumber with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update.
But first: With the recent Section 22 Order, businesses are feeling left in the dark on the details. Who will be shut down? We are joined by Dr Lawrence Loh, Peel's medical officer of health to shed some light on the order and give us a vaccination update.
On today's show, we talk about how to close a sale via Zoom with Linda Kern from the Kern Group. We learn about the benefits of Two Factor Authentication with C.I.M. Solutions’ Sean Jennings. We also discuss the bumpy restart of our economy with Perter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: vaccinations are the current hot topic. Most are concerned about getting one but what are the legalities behind the vaccine as an employer? We sat down with labour lawyer Jonathan Borrelli from KMB Law to get our legal questions answered.
On today's show, we talk about how financial strain can affect your mental health with Bromwich and Smith’s Taz Rajan. We learn the basics of social media from the small social company’s Julilyn Woods. We also discuss the impact of COVID on the transportation industry with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: although a stay at home order is in place and vaccinations are starting to ramp up, COVID numbers in Ontario continue to rise. We sat down with epidemiologist and How's My Flattening team member Dr. Laura Rosella to talk about monitoring COVID data and making decisions for your business' operations.
On today's show, we talk about how to check on your team's wellbeing with Spark HR’s Liza Provenzano. Financial planner David Barnsdale teaches us how to transition the family business. We also discuss the role technology plays in a post-COVID world with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: how do you onboard new staff when the office is now at home? We sat down with HR strategist and LOFT Consulting Founder Shari Angle to talk about how to conquer a remote on-board challenge
On today’s show, we talk about fraud prevention with private investigator, Adrianne Fekete. We learn about the importance of blogs from social media guru, Julilyn Woods from the small social company. We also discuss economic forecasts with Peter Hall (things are looking good!) and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: what does it take to make your business recognizable and impactful in its market? We sat down with Beyond Frontiers co-founder and partner Saquib Vali from Spyder Works Inc to talk about how to be a "market maker."
On today's show, we talk about vaccine manufacturing in Canada with Paul Lucas. We learn about conquering overwhelming debt with Bromwich + Smith’s Taz Rajan. We also discuss the rising employment numbers with economist Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: We sit down with University of Toronto Mississauga principal and University of Toronto vice-president Dr. Alexandra Gillespie to talk about the vaccination site on U-T-M's campus.
On today's show, we talk about when to step in with aging parents with Nurse Next Door Mississauga founder, Lucie Shaw. We learn about Google Ads with a small social company’s Catherine Colasimone. We also discuss the increase in vehicle demand with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: We sit down with Sheridan College’s President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Janet Morrison to talk about Sheridan’s place on Forbes’ Canada’s Best Employer List.
On today's show, we talk about the importance of clean air during COVID with Chris Fernando from Surgically Clean Air and we learn from financial advisor David Barnsdale about how investing can aid financial security. We also discuss the Canadian economy’s pandemic progress with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: Leading a business isn't for the faint of heart, especially during a global pandemic. We sit down with SparkHR Founder and CEO Liza Provenzano to talk about how to overcome business leader fatigue.
On today's show, we talk about new funding for Mississauga public transit infrastructure with city transit commissioner, Geoff Wright and we learn about McRae Imaging’s pivot into making PPE. We discuss the impacts of COVID on various economies with Chief Economist Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: We sit down with Mississauga-Lakeshore MPP Rudy Cuzzetto to talk about what the provincial government has been up to.
On today’s show, we talk about rapid testing for COVID with Microbix president Cameron Groome and find out how to avoid being hacked with IT expert Sean Jennings. We discuss the plummeting COVID infection numbers and what that means for the economy with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our weekly political update. But first: we are coming up on one year since Ontario’s first lockdown - What has changed and what remains the same? We sat down with Region of Peel Medical Officer of health Dr. Lawrence Loh to talk about the stay-at-home order, COVID variants and the vaccine rollout.
On today's show, we talk about the continued struggle to access medicines with Dr Jason Field of Life Sciences Ontario and ArmorText’s Matt Calligan gives a crash course in IT Security. We also talk about the effects of the shipping container shortage with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: COVID-19 gave the economy a black eye last year. What's in store for 2021? We sat down with Ontario Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Rocco Rossi to talk about the 2021 Ontario Economic Report.
On Today's show, we talk about the effects of the lockdown with MPP Roman Baber and RSP’s with financial planner David Barnsdale. We also talk about the U.S. housing market with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: We know the impact that COVID-19 has had on small businesses. What is the government doing to soften the blow? We sat down with Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria to talk about Ontario’s Red Tape report card and the small business support grant.
On today's show, we talk about issues with Canada’s proposed pharmacare plan with Innovative Medicines Canada president Pamela Fralick. and social media basics with small social company’s Julilyn Woods. We also talk about new information from the EDC’s Global Economic Outlook report with Peter Hall and Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: We have all heard of an entrepreneur, but what about an intrapreneur. We sat down with Spyderworks CEO Ken Tencer to talk about intrapreneurship and Spyderworks’s program, Intraprise.
On today's show, we talk about how to develop a clear sales plan with Linda Kern and updates to the Lakeview Village Project with Brian Sutherland. We also talk about the love - hate relationship with risk with Peter Hall and of course to close us out, Brad Butt gives us our political update. But first: How can you help someone, if they don’t want it? We sat down with founder and owner of Nurse Next Door Mississauga Lucie Shaw to get tips on how to get parents to accept help.
On today's show, we get details on the testing pilot program at Pearson Airport with Robin Smith from GTAA and information on the delayed P-M-P-R-B regulations with Pamela Fralick of Innovative Medicines Canada. We also talk about the importance of an online presence in 2021 with the small social company’s Catherine Colasimone, economic glimmers of hope with Peter Hall and what’s happening on all levels of government with Brad Butt.
On today's show, we make the connection between arts, business and good mental health with Mike Douglas from the Mississauga Arts Council. We say Hi to the future with new MBOT Chair Ken Tencer, discuss why you need Google My Business with the small social company and Brad Butt makes some 2021 political predictions. But first: The provincial government has extended certain provisions under the employment standards act to help employers and employees cope with unforeseen conditions created by COVID. We sat down with labour lawyer Jonathan Borrelli to get the details.
On today's show, we discuss the credentials for financial planners with David Barnsdale and how to develop a leaders mindset with Liza Provenzano. We have good news from a business confidence survey with Peter Hall and Brad butt covers Peel Regional Council getting a shakeup. But first: we talk about leadership a lot but what about leadership during a crisis. That's the topic with sales guru, Linda Kern.
On today's show, why leaders need to understand a team centric business model with Linda Martin. Social media guru Catherine Colasimone shares why your online presence is critical to the success of your business. We learn about COVID 19 surprises with Peter Hall and Brad Butt is in with our lightening round. But first, we talk a lot about how to succeed in business in normal times..........but what about uncertain times? Business coach Warren Coughlin explains.
On today's show, we discuss how close we are to a truly cashless society and what is holding us back with Diana Fletcher, President and co-founding partner of DCR Strategies. We speak with Councillor Karen Ras, the author of a Regional Council resolution to separate Mississauga from Peel COVID numbers. AND we get a reader’s digest version of Canada's new trade deal with Peter Hall. Mississauga is in the Grey Lockdown and businesses are hanging on by a thread. Is the answer closing down large retailers, or is there another solution? Councillor Carolyn Parrish joins us to discuss.
On today's show, we get a perspective from CAPP’s Shannon Joseph on the importance of the oil and gas industry for Canada, as well as why COVID is a security nightmare for business with Deam Correia. We find out why other countries drag on our economy with Peter Hall and can it be true... you may never need to change you clock in the spring or the fall again! Brad Butt tells us more. But first, how confident are you feeling about the future of your business? We sat down with Rocco Rossi from the OCC to get the pulse of the business community.
On today's show, we speak with HR guru Liza Provenzano about creating a cohesive virtual culture. We discuss the pillars of wellbeing in a virtual workforce. We survey the economic damage from COVID and we get an update on the flow for dollars coming from the federal and provincial government. But first, the provincial minister of health and the provincial medical officer launched Peel into a COVID Code Red. Then, our own Peel Medical officer piled on a few more restrictions. What impact do these restrictions have on businesses and how much will it cost you if you don't comply.
Today's show, we get the reaction from the Ontario Chamber of Commerce to the recent Ontario budget. Human Resources guru Aline Ayoub poses the question, how safe are your employees when working from home? We discuss the benefits of having corporate owned life insurance and we get the latest on Peel moving to COVID code red. But first, why has Peel moved to code red, when everyone expected us to move into code orange and why is Peel's top doc layering on more restrictions in the province? We asked Dr. Lawrence Loh those questions and more.
On today's show, we talk Google Analytics and why they are essential to your business online. Our HR guru is in the house discussing why creating a culture of accountability can make your profits soar. We check out current exchange rates and the impact they are having on our economy during COVID and we check in on the current status of business restrictions in Peel region. But first, career colleges provide an important training service for business in Canada but not all career colleges are created equal. One college that has made great strides is Metalworks of Mississauga. They made history by inking an international deal. We connected with President Craig McDonald for the details.
On today's show, we talk about a free Google service that will boost visitors to your website. We discuss the abnormal business environment of the future. We get a glimpse into that the economy of 2021 will look like and we ask why the Federal government has not introduced legislation to help thousands of businesses across the country. But first, when you have superstar employees, you're always looking for ways to engage and retain them and our fiends at Sheridan College may have a perfect solution.
Host David Wojcik discusses changes to the rules about incorporating as a professional service. He talks about the risks and rewards of a remote workforce. We get the latest COVID related job numbers and we give you a heads up on how much your property tax bill will increase next year. But first, this is the week we celebrate the annual BDC Small Business week. We checked in with the head of the Mississauga Business Enterprise Centre to get a glimpse into what is happening to support this critical sector to our economy.
Host David Wojcik celebrates a prestigious award presented to Pearson Airport. We discuss what kind of COVID claims you can make on your insurance. Brad Butt has an update on new federal stimulus programs for business and Peter Hall talks trade deficits and how they are affecting our economic recovery. But first, a group of CEOs are assembling under the MBOT banner to bring action to economic recovery. The Mississauga Economic Recovery Group known as MERG has started it's work in six different sectors. The Chair of the MERG initiative Ellen McGregor joined us to tell us about the program.
On Today’s show we have a COVID update from Peel's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Lawrence Loh. We discuss the benefits of volunteer work. Economist Peter Hall discusses the possibility of inflation and Brad Butt brings news from Ottawa about a potential ban on one of our everyday use products. But first, business leaders have been dealing with the after effects from COVID for over six months. There are similarities, but many cases are unique, and to get one CEO's perspective, we connected with Paul Meo, the President & CEO of NTN Bearings Canada for a candid conversation about how he is leading his team through COVID-19.
Host David Wojcik speaks about online marketing tips with the small social company’s digital manager, Catherine Colasimone. We talk with the CEO of the Mississauga Food Bank Meghan Nicholls and their goals for the Mayor's Food Drive. Peter Hall from EDC discusses two economic recoveries at play and Brad Butt has breaking news on who was named as the new CAO at Peel Region. But first, author Addie Greco Sanchez asks are you happy? If not, there are some very simple things you can do, first thing in the morning, to make your day a little brighter.
Host David Wojcik speaks with Sean Jennings about a tech phishing trip, Michelle Eaton tells us about the OCC’s She-Covery Project, Brad Butt reviews the highlights of the throne speech and Peter Hall talks trade deals and what they mean for our economy. But first, I'm on my soapbox again with more customer service nightmares and Sharon Worsley, a customer service expert, talks me down from the ledge.
Host David Wojcik talks about the Canada United Relief fund and how you can apply for a $5K grant for your business with Michelle Eaton from the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. Richard Gerofsky has some tips on adapting to turbulent times. We discuss the RAP program, designed to help SMEs adapt to a digital economy with World Trade Centre Toronto President Leigh Smout and Peter Hall is here with his weekly economic update. But first, the feds and the province announced they are sending $4B to municipalities to help offset budget shortfalls. Geoff Wright from the City of Mississauga explains how he will be using his portion of the money.
Host David Wojcik speaks with KMB Law labour lawyer Jonathan Borrelli who does a 180 on the Employment Standards temporary rules as the provincial government changes the deadline. CBRN Grant recipient Rod Perry from Sensyst Business Interiors Group joins us, Brad Butt is in for the political update and economist Peter Hall explains what a K shaped economic recovery looks like for Canada. But first, the Lakeview Project in south Mississauga is really taking shape and will contain some world class features. Project lead Brian Sutherland sat down with us to give us an update.
Host David Wojcik speaks about how the provincial government enacted some temporary measures over the last few months that came to a close on Friday Sept 4th. Labour law expert Jonathan Borrelli gives us an update on the changes and what they mean to business owners, social media guru Catherine Colasimone tells us why our business online presence matters. Investment advisor David Barnsdale has a great investment and tax planning tip when you buy gold, Brad Butt gives us a update on how to apply for a $5,000 grant and Peter Hall helps us understand why the strategy for recovery from this economic downturn is different from the past.
Host David Wojcik speaks about poor customer service with OCC’s Sharon Worsley. Legal expert Wojtek Jaskiewicz from KMB Law gives us some ideas on how to restructure your business to deal with the post COVID fallout. How to build more capacity within our teams with Ryelle Group’s Founder, Carol Kotacka. Economist Peter Hall opines about a post COVID recovery driven by machinery and Brad Butt introduces a weekend program to kick start a shop local weekend.
Host David Wojcik speaks with management guru Mark Edgar about re-imagining what a post-COVID workplace will look like. IT guru Sean Jennings explores how to improve your email delivery. Employment law expert Brian Gottheil from Bernardi HR Law warns of the pitfalls of terminations during COVID-19. MBOT’s Brad Butt discusses the exit of the Federal Finance Minister, not only from cabinet, but his resignation from government completely & EDC Vice President and Chief Economist Peter explains the function of Central banks and how they affect our economy.
Host David Wojcik speaks about changes to the Federal Wage Subsidy and what it means for your business with MNP Tax Partner Jacob Angemeer. Peter Hall explains why the stock market and gold are not behaving in a normal fashion. Brad Butt is in with his take on the Provincial Economic Update and we speak with entrepreneur Addie Greco- Sanchez from ASG Rehab, who received a $10,000 grant to invest in technology for her business & we sat down with OCC’s Sharon Worsley to share some customer service nightmares.
On today’s show, author Mark Edgar tells us about flexible working strategies during the COVID era. Media guru Madi Harker is back to discuss how to use social media during the pandemic. Certified financial planner David Barnsdale gives his advice on income splitting tax strategies. Janet Wardle explains the impact COVID-19 has had on the aerospace industry and HR expert Liza Provenzano tells us how to have effective one-on-one meetings with your team.
Host David Wojcik talks about investigating a new concept in taking innovative ideas to market with Dr. Suvojit Ghosh. The Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Lawrence Loh, leads us through Peel Region moving into Stage 3 in the wake of COVID-19. We have information on changes to the federal wage subsidy from Brad Butt and economist Peter Hall from EDC discusses why there are backups in international trade. But first up, are you a SME in need of cash for your business? The #CanadaUnited program and OCC President and CEO Rocco Rossi may have the answer for you.
Host David Wojcik discusses how and why companies pivot in response to COVID-19 with MHI Canada’s President, Janet Wardle. What you need to do to go the extra mile to achieve customer excellence with Sharon Worsley, senior manager at the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. We have our political update with Brad Butt and Peter Hall from EDC has a new all-encompassing economic tracker to help guide us through COVID-19. But first, is Peel ready to move to phase three? We talked to the expert Dr. Lawrence Loh from Peel Health.
Host David Wojcik speaks about personal protective equipment you should have on hand to open your business with Bernie Shimkovitz from Protect Canada. We discuss how COVID has changed the way a local Mississauga business has transformed with Nurse Next Door’s Lucie Shaw. Economist Peter Hall talks about the top 10 risks of living in a COVID world and Brad Butt is here with the political roundup. BUT firs, the Provincial government has been talking about economic recovery, what it will take and when we will see results. We connected with the Provincial Minister of Economic Development to get the latest plan, the Ford government has in store for us.
Host David Wojcik talks about Ontario's Highest Court Changes Employment Contracts with KMB Law’s Jonathan Borrelli, why we need to examine various scenarios during crisis with David Weiss, and advanced email security and why it’s important to your business with C.I.M. Solutions’ Sean Jennings. Brad Butt is in with news on a critical by-law that was passed by Mississauga City Council this week and Economist Peter Hall tells us how COVID Leading Indicators are helping us with planning for an economic recovery.
Host David Wojcik speaks with social media guru Madi Harker who has some helpful tips to leverage LinkedIn for your business. David Barnsdale explains why the cheapest investment route may not always produce the best results. Brad Butt is in with the weekly political update and Peter Hall comments on the latest job numbers and how that will affect our future economy. First up, Mississauga embarked on a massive transformation project on the lakefront a few years ago and it has been overshadowed due to COVID-19. The project has been marching on and we checked in with the project lead, Brian Sutherland, to get an update.
Host David Wojcik speaks with sales guru, Linda Kern, to discuss what the new normal in sales meetings will look like. Mark Edgar has a number of considerations for employers, while they contemplate bringing back the workforce. Brad Butt is here with the political update and Economist Peter Hall has good news and bad news for exporters. First up, Mississauga has moved into phase two, but how can we get pumped up for business? Parveen Dhupar from BTI Brands has some ideas.
Host David Wojcik speaks with lawyer Amy Delisle on how to re-open our businesses safely. Employment lawyer Jonathan Borrelli discusses the changes to Employment Standards during the provincial emergency measures. Brad Butt is here for the political update and Economist Peter Hall discusses the current global negative growth and what it will take to pull us out of it. BUT first, we’re poised to open Mississauga. Will the province give us the green light? We asked Minister of Economic Development Vic Fedeli if we can expect good news on this.
Host David Wojcik speaks to Brad Butt about a political update and economist Peter Hall discusses the havoc COVID is creating with data. BUT first, we take a deep dive into the origins, myths and realities of COVID-19. We connected with Dr. Lawrence Loh, Medical Officer for the Region of Peel. The information you are about to hear will clear up where the virus originated, how it transferred to humans and how far we are away from a vaccine.
Host David Wojcik talks about loaning your spouse money as a tax strategy with David Barnsdale. Brad Butt is here for the political update and economist Peter Hall discusses the end of retailing as we know it. BUT first, comfort in the workplace is nice, but having ergonomic furniture is essential. AND posing health problems for employees working from home. We sat down with Terry Cassidy, the founder of ergoCentric, a company dedicated to ergonomically balanced chairs.
Host David Wojcik talks about creating a culture of connection in with SPARK HR’s Liza Provenzano. What to do to restructure your business when things go south with Wojtek Jaskiewicz. Brad Butt is here with our political update & our economic guru examines global tourism and what it means for our economy. BUT first, it takes a special kind of leader to forge ahead and keep the troops on track during a crisis. Mark Edgar explains what it takes to lead during a crisis.
Hosts David Wojcik talks about a very interesting way to shelter money for retirement with David Barnsdale. We find out how COVID-19 can affect the way you terminate employees with Brian Gottheil. Brad Butt has some news on how Mayor Crombie feels about the reopening of Mississauga and our economic guru Peter Hall sends up some red flags around the automotive sector. BUT first, are your employees excited to come back to work or are they feeling a certain amount of stress? We called on clinical psychologist Dr. Jason Bacchiochi to help us understand how to help our team deal with the stress of returning to the workplace.
Host David Wojcik talks about the reopening of Ontario with Minister Vic Fedeli, the global geo-political environment with Deloitte’s Pierre Pettigrew, we have our weekly political update from Brad Butt, as well as talking about global currency manipulation amid the current crises with Peter Hall. BUT first, what’s the current status of COVID cases in Peel and when will it be safe to return to our local parks and recreation centres. To get the answers, we talked to Dr. Lawrence Loh from the Region of Peel.
Host David Wojcik talks about how to secure your business as staff and customers return to the workplace with Dean Correia. Our sales guru Linda Kern helps us understand how you can lead your sales team through a crisis. We have our weekly economic outlook and political update. BUT first, just like grieving a loss, there are phases we go through during a crisis. We found an expert to help us with the three phases of a crisis, Catherine Parsons Dhamija.
Host David Wojcik discusses a new website created by Parveen Dhupar to highlight the great stories emerging as the COVID crisis continues. Our social media guru Madi Harker has tips on what content will win clients for your business. We talk about leadership and the pillars of well being with Mark Edgar and our weekly political update with Brad Butt. First up, the remote workplace is far from being a thing of the past AND in fact may be the workplace of the future. We connected with clinical psychologist, Dr. Noah Lazar to find out what you can do as a leader to help your team cope with working from home.
On today’s show, Andrea Horwath joins us to discuss her “Save Main Street Plan.” KMB Law’s Jonathan Borrelli discusses CEWS and Jamelle Lindo covers emotional intelligence during a crisis. It may have been quiet on the news front this past week, but a number of updates have come along, and Brad Butt from the Mississauga Board of Trade is here to bring us up to speed. What will oil prices mean for the Canadian economy, our GDP and what is near and dear to our hearts, prices at the pump? To help us with the discussion is Peter Hall.
Today David Wojcik talks about the psychology of working from home with Dr. Noah Lazar, how to cope and how to make the best of it. We get an update on how the bank of Canada is affecting our economic recovery with Peter Hall and an update on what’s been happening at all levels of government that affects business with Brad Butt & if you only knew how easy is was to steal you cell phone number, you’d log on to your account right after the show and make the necessary security changes. Sean Jennings is with us with the current SIM card fraud scammers are using to commit yet another back end theft.
Host David Wojcik discusses all things business and current changes in our economy. In this episode, David is joined by Cameron Groome, President & CEO of Microbix, a Mississauga company that is contributing to COVID-19 testing, Peter Hall from EDC provides an economic comparison of 2008 to the COVID-19 recession, Brad Butt gives a political update, leveraging your social media streams during a crisis with Social Media Guru, Madi Harker, and whether you should buy, sell or hold your market positions with David Barnsdale.
Host David Wojcik discusses all things business and current changes in our economy. In this episode, David is joined by Peter Hall from EDC to provide an economic update, addressing the changes COVID-19 has had on business with Suzanne Balpataky of Speigel Nichols Fox LLP, protecting passengers and staff on public transit with Anne Marie Aikens from Metrolinx, Leadership Through COVID-19 with guest Liza Provenzano, and how your business is coping with Ellen McGregor of Fielding Environmental.
On this episode, David Wojcik is joined by many guests. Have you been a victim of fraud, door to door fraud, phone or cyber fraud? Peel Police Constable Jennifer Horder, joins to discuss personal safety, social media and internet safety. Misty Kngihts joins Daivd to discuss why do we have shortage of trades people? Why are parents are the biggest reason of this shortage? Mayor Bonnie Crombie reviewed the accomplishments of the city and provided her vision for the future Brad Butt joins to recap the announcement. Madi from Small Social Company joins David to provide pointers on how can you keep your business top of mind on social media channels? Lastly, stock market has been all over the place for the past couple of months but our wealth management guru, David Barnsdale, provides his input to David on this episode of Your Business.
Host David Wojcik, is joined by Lucie Shaw (@NurseNextDoor) to discuss help for the entrepreneur with aging parents, Rocco Rossi (@OntarioCofC) unveils an Economic Report for Ontario and Liza Provenzano (@SparkHRInc) talks about corporate culture.
Join host David Wojcik as he discusses reducing red tape and regulatory burden on businesses with the Honorable Prabmeet Singh Sarkaria, Associate Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction. David then sits down with Sandy McKean from Edu Industry and he explains how you can customize team training. Later on the show, helpful tips for when you decide to litigate with Wojtek Jaskiewicz from KMB Law.
Ever wonder how CEOs and presidents get to the top? David Wojcik sits down with Paul Meo, president of NTN Bearing Corporation, to talk about his humble beginnings and hard work paying off. Then, Jim Molyneux joins to talk about MNP Future Leaders, a program created for post-secondary students. Lastly, Jules and Madi give hot social media tips for businesses.
You have a great business going and you have capacity to expand. What do you do? International Trade of course. Peter Hawkins joins David Wojcik to talk about International Trade. Allison Speigel then joins to talk about the likelihood to collect your settlement even when the court is on your side. On the second half of the show, David gets tips from Jules from Small Social Companu on how to get more attendees on your social platforms. Lastly Wealth Management Guru, David Barnsdale, gives you tips on how to keep money in your pocket.
David Wojcik questions Parveen Dhupar "What keeps entrepreneurs and senior executives up at night". Sean Jennings inform our listeners the security risks with staying with Windows 7 and are you wondering what is happening with USA and Mexico Agreement, Brad Butt provides an update on the new NAFTA (CUSMA) agreement. Later on the show, Sales Guru Linda Kern helps us to set up that all important 2020 sales plan and HR Guru Liza Provenzano helps us build that mythical perfect team.
Host David sits down with Elizabeth Wu to discuss what to do when the IT Department Hijacks the Business, with Brad Butt he chats Skilled Trades, Jules talks everything social media and David Barnsdale breaks down investments.
Join David Wojcik to discuss a program to ready your business for international trade with Agtha Damour. Later David is joined by Brad Butt provides insight into upcoming government budgets and their effect on business and Joe Perrotta from the City of Mississauga provides an update on the LRT project.
Host David has a great line up of guests this week. He starts off the show talking to Jonathan Borrelli about paying vacation pay and bonus payments. He chats political predictions for 2020 with Brad Butt. Madi Harker joins David to talk about paid advertising on Facebook pages, and David Barnsdale ends off the show talking with David on Capital Loss Transfers.
David Wojcik discusses New CAO at Mississauga with Brad Butt and gets 2020 Sales Plan from Linda Kern. David analyzes the importance of claiming Google My Business, posting on Google Business and SEO for ranking with Madi Harker from The Small Social Company.
Host David Wojcik sits down with Brad Butt to talk about political updates in an around peel and then he is joined by Darshpreet Bhatti who talks everything LRT.
The host of Your Business, David Wojcik, sits down with David Barnsdale to talk about 13 tax planning tips you need to pull the trigger on before December 31st, Sean Jennings from @CimITSupport on how to get a Windows upgrade for free, Jules and Madi from @TheSmallSoCo on what to post on LinkedIn in get those prospects knocking on the door and gets advice from Brad Butt on what young grads can do to make big bucks after graduation.
The Host of Your Business, David Wojcik sits down with the creator of Fox 40 Whistle, Ran Foxcroft to ask him How he get it all started?