Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 January 2010 13:39 Written by Administrator Wednesday, 04 November 2009 10:49

Have you ever wondered what professional expertise in a specified field could do to help your business succeed?

The Business Link's Guest Advisor Program provides you with the opportunity to speak with business management consultants, business coaches, lawyers, accountants, and financial representatives who volunteer their time to discuss your business concerns.

Benefits Include:

• Confidential, one-on-one consultation over the phone or in person.
• Service provided without obligation, free of charge.
• Introduction into the variety of business services available to you within the private sector.
• Insight into how working with a professional can assist in the development of your business.
• Opportunity to discuss your business situation with a professional in a neutral location.

No appointment necessary.  Time limitations may apply.
February 1, 2010 to April 29, 2010 (except February 15 and April 5)

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
AND OPERATIONS GUEST ADVISOR - Mondays

Typical discussion topics:pricing, franchising, business plans, marketing strategy, feasibility, proposals, assessment, purchasing or selling a business, customer service/satisfaction, business valuation.

FYI - special "Business Coaching" focus on the last Monday of the month.

LEGAL GUEST ADVISOR - Tuesdays

Typical discussion topics: contracts, liability, leases, dispute resolution, business structure, shareholder/partnership agreements, intellectual property, buying/selling a business, licensing agreements, disclaimers, debt collection, privacy.

ACCOUNTING GUEST ADVISOR - Wednesdays

Typical discussion topics: tax issues, GST, eligible expenses, business plans, payroll, leasing, business structure issues, bookkeeping, accounting packages, employer/employee responsibilities, administrative processes, records management.

FINANCIAL GUEST ADVISOR - Thursdays

Typical discussion topics: financing options, banker's expectations, loan application process, liability issues, alternate financing options and services available.

For further information or to speak with a Guest Advisor, call 1-800-272-9675, visit The Business Link, or send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Also available in many locations across Alberta video conferencing.

The Business Link graciously acknowledges the support of our Guest Advisors; for a list of our volunteers over the past year, please see our website.