Alain Guillot
Life, Leadership, and Money Matters
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Challenges and Opportunities of Declining Birth Rates
in OpinionFertility rates are falling worldwide, across all income levels, education backgrounds, and labor force participation rates among women. According to the World Bank and UN estimates, the current global fertility rate is approximately 2.4 children per woman—down from about 5 children per woman in the 1950s. A replacement fertility rate…
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5 Admin Tasks Every Business Owner Should Know About
in BusinessWhen you mention the word “admin” to a business owner, a rush of dread may appear across their face. It may be the type of job that you enjoy doing, but it isn’t always the most enjoyable way to spend your time whilst you’re trying to spin hundreds of plates…
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Starting an RESP Right After Birth: How Early Education Savings Lead to Career Success
The job market is becoming more competitive these days, and it’s become very important to start planning your child’s future early in order for them to be successful in life. According to Statista, in 2022, over 2.19 million students were enrolled in post-secondary institutions in Canada. In 2020, 69% of…
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How to save $9 million on a secretary’s salary
in Self MadeOriginal article in the NYTimes The formula is simple. There’s no magic involved. Spend less than you earn and invest the rest. Sylvia Bloom became a millionaire on a secretary’s salary. Often, we attribute wealth to high-paying careers in fields like computer science, medicine, or law, or to a…
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Tips To Consider When Buying An Existing Business
in BusinessBuying a business that’s already in existence does have its advantages. Depending on the type of business you buy, some of the perks include better financing options, a brand that’s already established online and offline, as well as existing customers. Of course, it’s important to be wise about what advantages…
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Businesses: 4 Ways to Make A Good First Impression
in BusinessIn an era when competition for customers is more fierce than ever, it’s essential that businesses make a positive first impression. After all, if they don’t, then there’s every chance that the potential customer never returns. They simply have too many options and don’t need to settle for a business…