Have you ever faced a complex problem, one that made your head spin because it did not appear to have any solution? The frustration and stress that accompanies such challenges can be overwhelming. The common tendency is to shy away from these types of situations, hoping they'll magically disappear. Unfortunately, this avoidance only leads to recurring issues that can snowball ...

The New Year brings a familiar buzz of resolutions, but let's face it – many of us have been down that road only to find our enthusiasm wane as reality sets in. So, instead of big, bold resolutions, what can we work on throughout the year that will bring the best results for us and for others? Have you ever considered cultivating virtues? Think of virtues as the ...

Conflict is defined as a clash, disagreement or argument (which can be protracted and/or serious) between individuals or groups arising out of a difference in thought processes, attitudes, understanding, interests, requirements and perceptions. Or put more simply, conflict is a disagreement or a difference of opinion between two or more people. Conflict management is the ...

Mental well-being is an emerging “hot topic” for organizational systems, employees and clients/customers/patients. Happiness is a creative way to teach people how to develop proactive coping strategies and support systems to handle stress better. Happiness is a universal human aspiration, a state of being that transcends cultural and geographical boundaries. It's a feeling ...

Back in March 2023, I made a post describing how the Underused Housing Tax (UHT) Act applies to a wide scope of people aside from non-Canadian residents who own vacant residential property. Since that time, more has come to light with respect to who needs to file a UHT return, even if it can be established that no UHT is actually payable. It’s crucial that the public is made ...

In an era characterized by rapid technological advancements, artificial intelligence (AI) has begun to reshape numerous industries, and accounting is no exception. The integration of AI into accounting practices has led to increased efficiency, improved accuracy, and enhanced decision-making capabilities. Here, we explore five key ways in which AI is revolutionizing the ...