When a problem presents itself, whether in the work environment or in personal life, human nature is to tackle the issue head-on.  There is great merit in having this as a response, as typically ignoring problems does not make them disappear (though on rare occasion they do). ...

You found the thing. The thing you're good at. The thing you love. It's a product you make or a service you provide, and you can do it well. You can do it faster, smarter, better. People in the world value your thing and they will pay for it. You can convert your time i...

How does empathy help you achieve better communication and eventually lead you to more success? How does seeking to understand then be understood, help you become a better communicator? 

Having lived in the great Canadian North for a substantial time, one might think that Canadians are used to the bait-and-switch weather of early March.  Even if the Canadians aren't used to it, perhaps the local plant life would be, given the thousands of years it has existed in such a climate....

9 out of 10 resolutions, as mentioned in last month's newsletter, fail before the end of January.  If you can't stand proud and claim to be in the 10% who are still holding strong, perhaps it is a good opportunity to at least let the failed resolution bring some value.  The crisis that the...

Resolutions, especially those of the new year variety, have always been a bit of a curiosity.  More recent studies would suggest that approximately 8% of people actually keep their resolutions, despite the staggering number of people who make them.  That means, year after year, roughly 90%...

The first snowfall of the season has finally landed on the doorstep of BMI's HQ - at least, the first snowfall that seems to be sticking around.  The snow is actually quite late this year, compared to years past, though that should not be taken as a complaint.  Instead, it actually looks a...

The astute observers among you might recognize that the BMI newsletter, usually diligently sent on the 1st of the month, is, in fact, a few days later this month.  Whether you call it fate, chance, or just a creative accident, the tardiness of the newsletter coincides nicely with the topic....

It seems fitting to discuss, as the calendar rolls over into October, a month traditionally associated with spooks, scares, and Halloween, one of the most frightening parts of business an entrepreneur can face. Accountability is, for the entrepreneur, an interesting and odd concept.  Unlik...

The topic of securing investments for small businesses is essential for business owners, managers, and entrepreneurs. In the broadest terms, what we’re looking at here pertains to raising money for your business, which includes many options. You can take out loans, solicit investment from angel...