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Member Submission Back Questions to ask yourself when disposing your electronic devices 09 July 2019 growthzone The evolution of technology has emerged dramatically throughout the last 10 years. In this day and age, many individuals own tablets, smartphones, laptops, desktops, smart watches, and many more technological devices. In comparison, to a little over a decade…

Member Submission Back The Canadian Way: Our approach to decisions 25 June 2019 growthzone Canadians, eh? We’re always known as the polite and friendly country, with individuals quick to apologize even when wronged. How many of us have apologized to someone else who clearly bumped into us? Or even apologized to an inanimate object when…

Member Submission Back Thinking about renovating before you sell? You might want to think again. 17 June 2019 growthzone Having been a renovation contractor in Edmonton for over 30 years, our customer base expects us to deliver value in a variety of ways. When we are called on to provide a lasting home improvement solution—we…

Member Submission Back Simplifying evaluation for your workplace wellness strategy 12 June 2019 growthzone Most employers appreciate that investing in workplace health can support employee engagement and productivity yet most (77%) of employers don’t evaluate the impact. This prevents employers on the fence from jumping on the organizational health bandwagon. And when the going gets…

Member Submission Back 4 tips on hiring rockstar receivable staff 05 June 2019 growthzone It’s no surprise that a majority of business owners and their staff hate having to call a customer for money. Most people end up in that position by fluke or accident. “Mary, you do an outstanding job on our payables. Would…

Member Submission Back Tips for buying art 22 May 2019 growthzone The Whyte Avenue Art Walk provides new patrons with the opportunity to meet emerging local talent. It is our hope you will become a patron and a collector of art, not just a consumer. Many people come back year after year to add to…

Member Submission Back Kent Kaufield on paternity leave: the uncommon path 10 May 2019 growthzone Eighteen years ago, having a male business executive step back from his full-time position to raise a little one was rare. Parental leave in Canada was six months long, and it was most commonly used by a mother. Eighteen years…

Member Submission Back Hiring IT Specialists for core business 08 May 2019 growthzone The Information Technology (IT) landscape is growing at an exponential rate, and the current demand for talented IT professionals is fierce. But why? You’d think there would be enough skilled IT professionals to fill the job market. Unfortunately, not. That’s because it’s…

Member Submission Back Budgeting tips for exterior renovations 06 May 2019 growthzone Edmonton exterior renovations can help protect your home from the elements while boosting curb appeal, energy efficiency and resale value. Like all renovations, exterior upgrades are an investment. Here are some tips for creating a budget for your exterior reno:   Make a list…