CleanTech North Conference

November 2, 2010

On Wednesday November 3, 2010 CleanTech North presents its conference at the MaRS Discovery District in Toronto. This conference promises to bring together green energy companies, proponents of green power, and political leaders for a thought provoking half day session. Visit the website here:

http://www.cleantechnorth.com

Rapid Business Audit (TM)

January 11, 2010

Clear and Simple Help

As a small business you don’t always have the all the answers, and you need a little bit of help and advice that won’t break the bank.

Our rapid business audit gives you brief low-cost access to one of our consultants to assist you in clearly identifying your problems and getting to a solution as quickly and cheaply as possible.

If you are unsure what your next step is we can provide clear and simple advice that will help you move your business forward. In two meetings we will help your organization identify the key steps it needs to take in the next 30-90 days.

Each 2-3 hour meeting is $500+HST, and the first meeting is free.

Contact us today.

What you get from a Rapid Business Audit (TM):

  • Problem identification
  • Solution map
  • Candid discussion and advice
  • Business information (relevant materials, concepts, and suggested readings)
  • 5 Thinking Traps to Avoid in Business

    October 26, 2009

    The Litemind blog has an interesting article identifying 5 patterns of behavior that are important to avoid. For example, many people fall into Trap #5 the “Incomplete Information” scenario and fail to review their assumptions before making a strategic choice. Be sure to make your assumptions explicit and seek out hard data, thus assuring that you’ll be fully aware of the changing landscape that affects your business. Whether you are managing an entire organization, a department, or your small business, you should avoid falling into these traps and check out the full article here.

    Interested in an impartial review of your business strategy? Contact us here.

    Frontside info: How Tony Hawk Approaches Business

    September 25, 2009

    The cover story of the current issue of Entrepreneur Magazine features Tony Hawk in a wide ranging and engaging interview that discusses this very highly paid action-athlete’s approach to business. As Tony Hawk started his business in a down cycle, his experience and adherence to strategic thinking through goal setting is relevant to today’s business person. Check out the article here.

    Interested in discussing your business? Contact our team here.

    Ontario Centres of Excellence Conference

    April 9, 2009

    The Ontario Centers of Excellence (OCE) is hosting their annual conference in May.  The two-day event (May 11th and 12th, 2009) at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre promises to be an exciting opportunity for discussion of the latest successes and emerging global trends. 

    The Ontario Centers of Excellence is the foremost research-to-commercialization vehicle within the province.

    The event features a Keynote by Clayton Christensen (HBS professor and award-winnning author of The Innovators Prescription and Disruptive Class) speaking on the world of innovation, student competitions from more than 80 university and college students, and specific sessions focused by sector including Green tech, Health, and Digital/Computing.

    Also included are extensive discussions surrounding commercialization and a ‘Discovery Showcase’ with over 100,000 sq. ft of space highlighting innovations and solutions from here in Ontario.

    You can find more information at:
    http://www.ocediscovery.com/

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