Sharee Aluko

Parkdale resident shares her advice for a successful experience In April, Sinder Sparks’ Parkdale home suffered a major fire. Since then, she’s been rebuilding it. Sparks has engaged the services of several contractors on numerous construction projects over the years and is eager to share the lessons she’s learned with others, hoping they will benefit […]

Get rid of unwanted items by donating or holding garage sales It is officially spring, and excitement is in the air. The thought of shedding heavy winter coats and boots brings everyone sheer happiness. Spring is also the time to get our spring-cleaning mojo on, and everyone has a different method. Leslie Wiens, a Westwood […]

Self-discipline and planning are essential for success Budgeting is a goal for many of us, but why is it so hard to make a budget and follow through with it? The main reasons are because it requires discipline and ongoing commitment. The Oxford Dictionary defines budgeting as “An estimate of income and expenditure for a […]

Ensure you have the proper documentation to prove your claims With tax season approaching, many of us are either excited about possibly getting a refund or worried about owing money. To have all the necessary information you need, start preparing as early as possible. This means good recordkeeping throughout the year. If you are unprepared, […]

As the year winds down, many of us go through a phase of introspection to determine a level of accomplishment or a means of validation to decide if the year was a success. Such reflection can be instrumental in highlighting our greatest assets and areas for improvement. These thought-provoking moments are also necessary for personal […]

I hastily left the office, walked briskly to my car, and raced out of the parking lot. I waited anxiously at each red light. After what seemed like a decade, I finally reached my destination with 15 minutes to spare. Upon approaching the building, my anxiety increased because I desperately wanted to make my entrance […]

Recruiting is time-consuming and expensive, so employers have a vested interest in hiring the right candidate. It is equally important to retain such candidates, otherwise the resources expended cannot be recouped. But many disgruntled new employees quit the job within the first couple of months of being hired. In most cases, the root cause of […]

Many businesses fail because of lack of planning. Strategic planning is a crucial first step in business development and if excluded can be detrimental to the business. The planning stage is similar to the foundation needed for constructing a building. It is impossible to construct any type of building without laying the foundation, a good […]