Your Business with David Wojcik

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.