In 2012, Canadian small business owners say they plan to: 

1. Cut expenses, 33 per cent

2. Launch new services or products, 27 per cent

3. Invest in more new technology, 20 per cent

4. Hire more employees, 19 per cent

5. Invest in more sales and marketing, 17 per cent; and seek additional financing/funding, 17 per cent.

Their top challenges for 2012 are: ... Read More