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Logojoy Shares "How To Create Your Logo"

Your company logo is a visual corner stone of a company’s brand which allows you with the use of a combination of text and visual imagery to tell people the name of your company and creates a visual symbol that represents the face of your company and business.  You want your logo to be a powerful symbol that associates your business in peoples memories with the use of colors, fonts and images.  For example, some excellent logos that have stood the test of time is the Nike swoosh, Apples famous apple and of course Target’s red bulls eye.  Having said that a logo should be potent enough to identify a brand, make it stand out and, ideally drive customer interest and sales.

Creating a text logo can be very costly if you’re using a advertising agency or a graphics designer to create one for you, they will consider:

·          simply logos that people can easily recognize as soon as they see them

·         Are they scalable; can they be used for many applications, such as on your website, business cards, letter head, social media

·         Are they memorable and impactful to your customers and audience?

·         Are they versatile?

·         Are they relevant, current and timeless?

As you can see there are many factors that go into the creation of a logo. I have found a great company called Logojoy which has put out a great resource called ‘How to Make A Logo’ which takes some of the mystery out of getting the right logo for your new business where you can work endlessly on your logo until you achieve perfection with Logojoy  to get the right logo for your business and to bring your brand to life all for FREE; once you have decided on the final cut you can then you can pay for it and download it and start using it immediately.

Logojoy offers all the same services that a designed would but at a fraction of the cost such as:

High resolution logos that are crispy and ready to use available in PGN files that can be used for websites, presentations, letter head, business cards and so much more.

Vector files SVG and EPS files that allow you to scale your logo up or down to any size without pixelating making your logo perfect for print.

Color options; your logo can go on colored and transparent backgrounds including a black and as well as a whilte version.

Brand guidelines; a downloadable resource with fonts and colors to use in your logo so you can achieve consistency for that winning logo.

Social media kit that has 40+ sized versions of your logo for all your social media accounts like facebook, twitter, instagram etc.

Full copyright ownership; once your logo is purchased you own it; and it’s ready to use for commercial or non-commercial uses.

Lifetime phone support; logojoy is there to help you no matter what your needs are from helping you access files, tweaking your design or just even getting started.

Guaranteed unique; logojoy does not use templates but have AI technology that creates new unique logos for every one of their customers.

Endless mockups; they allow you to generate as many logo ideas you want for free. This allows you to experiment until you achieve perfection and you’ll only pay for that perfect one when you’re ready to download.

It’s amazing how much money you can save and how much you can learn using Logojoy that can be used in all your business designs.  

How to Make Your Healthcare Business as Healthy as Possible

If you find that you are a person who is driven in equal parts by entrepreneurship and the desire to help others in regard to their health, then starting a healthcare business may be your calling. If you want to own a business and be your own boss but don’t want it to be a business where you are stopping from interacting with your customers on a personal level, then in starting a healthcare business, you will be afforded the chance to do both. However, there are many aspects that can’t be overlooked when it comes to this type of venture and a lot of aspects that differ from other businesses. For instance, staffing issues are a prominent challenge when working in this industry, and as such, you will have to come up with a plan for overcoming staff shortages in disability support. To address these challenges, consider implementing training programs or innovative recruitment strategies when drafting your business plan.

First and foremost you need to be able to finance the enterprise. As previously mentioned, this differs to the ways in which other (in reality most) businesses are financed, and it is because of this that you should seek as much assistance from professionals in this field as possible. For instance, Medfin, who assist in dentist finance, offer a tailored approach to their clients’ needs through the way they take into account the trends, requirements and regulations of the industry. And this is the type of support you need to seek right off the bat because, if you don’t, you will more than likely be quick to discover that you can’t cover the costs of all the things you need to do a good, and legal, job. This could include not having enough to purchase the equipment needed; not having enough money to be able to afford all the necessary staff, such as other healthcare practitioners or receptionists; and you may not even be able to afford to rent or buy a building to practice in at all. Before starting a healthcare business it is imperative that your finances are sorted properly and coherently as, as previously touched upon, it is illegal to practice healthcare without the right tools at your disposal. Generally, keeping your finances fit and healthy is doable if you are strict with expenditure and always willing to chase up debt that is owed to you.

But it’s not just about finances — at the end of the day a healthcare business is still a business, and in this day and age businesses can only survive if they make full use of the online tools at their disposal. Fortunately, these tools have developed in such a way that now there are ways that specific businesses, such as those based around healthcare, can harness the power of the Internet through the use of specific techniques, programmes, software and hardware. For instance, SEO is of huge importance to businesses as it brings traffic, and ultimately custom, to them and there are now services that cater specifically for Medical SEO.

This means that your healthcare business can be taken to the next level by the Internet in a very specific and tailored way. And that is what starting a healthcare business is about: finding those services and platforms that are tailored to optimising your business and its potential. Even if yours is a home health care business, there are going to be a host of options out there that are willing and waiting to help, simply because of the fact that healthcare is a profession and sector that is never going to be made redundant.

Proud Grandparents

We welcomed our first grand child,  Emmett - October 23rd. He truly is a sweetie, although we have yet to see him in person because during the time our daughter was having him, and in the hospital, we had Covid.

Although we have since tested negative, Gerry has been quite sick still with lung issues and coughing. Suffering from post covid lung infection we are told. We are cherishing the photos she has been sending to us through texts though and know the time will soon come to see and hold him.

2 Big Wins !

Had a call today while I was off getting my CT scan at the hospital.  Won a $500 gift card from the local Co-op store... which was very nice. Was a local Facebook giveaway. Will help with gas and groceries. Paid it forward with a food bank donation and also for daughter something as she helped me play all week .

Two weeks ago won another giveaway for submitting my cash register receipt from Van Houtte coffee in one of their giveaways. Ironically, my daughter and I both won the same giveaway, winning a $500 gift card to our choice of one of a few stores, which I chose Walmart.

Nice to win ! Haven't been entering too many giveaways but I find local are easier to win or regional ones or ones that you need to submit a receipt for or do a bit of work such as a short essay, etc.. It must be a wonderful feeling to be a lottery winner LOL

Do you enter many giveaways? Have you won much? I'd love to hear your stories.

Interesting First Time Event for Us- Motosports Triple Crown Championship

Last weekend, CO-OP place was a dirt pile for professional bull riding. Now, that same dirt had been rearranged to produce an arena cross course for last night's big event.

The best riders in the nation battled down to the wire for the Triple Crown Championship, in the tight confines of the Co-op Place yesterday evening. It was quite the event.. even had some little tykes out there at one point entertaining the crowd. Only 4-6 years old... so cute! Starting them young!

 

 

2023 Holiday Treats For The Whole Family

The best way to spread holiday cheer is by giving the people what they want: sweet or salty treats! Everyone has their favorites and we have some great  ideas we want to share with you this holiday season.

Fairytale Brownies Candy Cane Crunch Assorted Sprite Dozen  -

This treasure gift with a hinged lid and a festive Christmas band is filled with decadent Fairytale Sprites in a variety of flavors. Each brownie is individually wrapped and baked with all-natural ingredients, including rich Belgian chocolate. This is the perfect gift for all the chocolate lovers on your gift list. So yummy!

ANNE of Green Gables Chocolates -

The All-Occasion Basket from ANNE of Green Gables Chocolates is the perfect holiday gift for that person with a sweet tooth on your shopping list this holiday season. This basket includes famous COW chips, caramel corn, fudge and 6-piece box of chocolates, all carefully handmade in Charlottetown, PEI. Whether you're gifting it to a dear friend or a family member, this basket evokes the warmth of the holiday season and the joy of sharing special moments with loved ones, making it an ideal choice for spreading holiday cheer.

**Watch for more great holiday treat ideas.. coming soon.

Discover A New Dimension in Costume Play this Halloween with Jazwares

Get ready to ignite your imagination like never before with Jazwares Costume Play! Perfect for Halloween and dress-up time for the whole family, this all-new line features an epic assortment of officially licensed costumes including Marvel and Star Wars. With Jazwares Costume Play you don’t just play… you become!

	Marvel’s Spider-Man Youth Costume Inspired by Peter Parker’s original spider suit, this full-bodied jumpsuit will transform your kid into the iconic web head. It’s cut from poly jersey and features a printed design on the front torso. Costume also includes a fabric Spider-Man mask to conceal your kid’s secret identity. Collect this Spider-Man Youth Costume and fuse great power with great responsibility. Officially licensed by Marvel. Ages 8+
	Marvel’s Venom Youth Costume Inspired by the Venom symbiote suit, this full-bodied jumpsuit will transform you into the iconic Spider-man foe. It’s cut from poly jersey and stuffed with polyfill on the arms and body. It also features Venom’s classic symbol on the costume’s front and back along with a fabric mask to keep you fully fused. Collect this Venom Youth Costume and bond with the real symbiote. Officially licensed by Marvel. Ages 8+
	Marvel’s Black Panther Youth Costume Rule Wakanda with the Black Panther Youth Costume. Inspired by King T'Challa’s heroic appearance, this full-bodied jumpsuit will transform you into the legendary monarch. It’s cut from poly jersey, stuffed with polyfill throughout, and features a printed design. It also includes a mask of T'Challa’s Black Panther mask to help you lead the nation. Collect this Black Panther Youth Costume and ascend the throne. Officially licensed by Marvel. Ages 8+
	Marvel’s Hulk Youth Costume (Child) Let loose and smash with the Hulk Youth Costume. Inspired by the incredible green alter-ego of scientist Bruce Banner, this full-bodied jumpsuit will transform you into a wrecking ball of wrath. It’s cut from poly jersey and stuffed with polyfill on the arms and body. It features a printed design of Hulk’s bulging chest and includes a 3D half mask of his iconic green face. Collect this Hulk Youth Costume and reveal you’re always angry. Officially licensed by Marvel. Ages 4+
	Marvel’s Captain America Youth Costume   Tune up on heavy metal with the Iron Man Youth Costume. Inspired by the classic design from Tony Stark, this full-bodied jumpsuit rocks harder than an infinity snap. It’s cut from poly jersey, stuffed with polyfill throughout, and features Tony’s fusion reactor printed on the chest with reflective detail. It also includes the iconic Iron Man mask to channel your own electric current. Collect this Iron Man Youth Costume and keep Earth’s enemies thunderstruck. Officially licensed by Marvel. Ages 8+
	Marvel’s Spider-Man Integrated Suit Youth Costume Swing your way home with the Spider-Man Integrated Suit Youth Costume. Inspired by Peter Parker’s advanced nanotech armor, this full-bodied jumpsuit will prepare your kid for the final battle with any villain. It’s cut from poly jersey and stuffed with polyfill on the arms and body. It also features Spider-Man’s unique spider symbol on the costume’s front and back along with a fabric mask to keep your identity safe. Collect this Spider-Man Integrated Suit Youth Costume and take on any and every foe. Officially licensed by Marvel. Ages 8+
	Marvel’s Iron Man Youth Costume Tune up on heavy metal with the Iron Man Youth Costume. Inspired by the classic design from Tony Stark, this full-bodied jumpsuit rocks harder than an infinity snap. It’s cut from poly jersey, stuffed with polyfill throughout, and features Tony’s fusion reactor printed on the chest with reflective detail. It also includes the iconic Iron Man mask to channel your own electric current. Collect this Iron Man Youth Costume and keep Earth’s enemies thunderstruck. Officially licensed by Marvel. Ages 8+
	Marvel’s Miles Morales Muscle Suit Costume Swing into the Spider-Verse with the Miles Morales Muscle Suit Costume. Inspired by Miles’ ultimate spider suit, this full-bodied Muscle Suit will transform your kid into the newest spider hero. It’s cut from poly jersey, injected with polyfill stuffing in the chest and sleeves, and features a printed design with a silicone emblem. Costume also includes a fabric Miles Morales mask to conceal your kid’s secret identity. Collect this Miles Morales Muscle Suit Costume and prove anyone can be Spider-Man.
	Marvel’s Hulk Toddler Costume Let loose and smash with the Hulk Toddler Costume. Inspired by one of Spidey’s amazing friends from the hit show, this muscle chest jumpsuit will transform your kid into a wrecking ball of wrath. It’s cut from poly jersey and stuffed with polyfill around the arms and chest to show off Hulk’s huge physique. Costume also includes a fabric foam mask featuring Hulk’s stare. Collect this Hulk Toddler Costume and let your kid reveal they’re always hangry. Officially licensed by Marvel. Ages 2+
	Star Wars Mandalorian Youth Boy Powerwall Costume Bring ‘em in warm or cold with the Star Wars Mandalorian Qualux Costume. Inspired by Din Djarin’s beskar armor from The Mandalorian, this jumpsuit is cut from poly jersey and stuffed with foam on the arms, body, legs and shoe spats. It features a printed design to depict Mando’s hunting gear and includes a detachable cape and 3D headpiece per the Mandalorian Code. Collect this Mandalorian Qualux Costume and teach your kid that this is the way. Officially licensed by Lucasfilm. Ages 8+
	Marvel’s Spidey Toddler Costume Inspired by Peter Parker’s spider suit, this muscle chest jumpsuit will transform your kid into the iconic web head. The costume adds padding in the arms and chest to show off Spidey’s strong physique. Costume also includes a fabric Spidey mask to help conceal your kid’s secret identity. Collect this Spidey Toddler Costume and fuse great power with great responsibility. Officially licensed by Marvel. Ages 2+ Availability: Walmart and Walmart.ca MSRP: Ranges from $16.98 - $29.98 CAD  For more information, visit the Jazwares website

Perfect Jordan Hansen Wins Cup Series Event in Medicine Hat, Alberta, to Crack Top 10 in the Heated Battle for the 2023 PBR Canada Championship

 

On the bubble of qualifying for the National Finals, Jake Gardner and Cody Fraser tie for second to gain crucial ground in the standings

At the penultimate PBR (Professional Bull Riders) Canada Cup Series, presented by Wrangler, event of the season in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Jordan Hansen (Amisk, Alberta) went a perfect 2-for-2 to win the PBR Medicine Hat Classic, presented by Art’s Excavating, and crack the Top 10 in the heated national championship race.

Hansen got off to a hot start, tying for the Round 1 win when he covered Irish Rebel (Wilson Rodeo) for 84 points.

With an early pick in the championship round bull draft, Hansen elected to go head-to-head with Bull of the Year contender Langham Kid (Two Bit Bucking Bulls). A decision which proved dividends, Hansen remained in perfect time with the powerful animal athlete, matching him jump-for-jump en route to the whistle.

Marked an event-best 89.5 points, the 8-second effort cemented the tour stop win for Hansen.

The golden finish garnered Hansen a much needed 129 national points in the race to be crowned the 2023 PBR Canada Champion and earn the accompanying $100,000 bonus.

While he began the event ranked No. 13, the Albertan catapulted six positions climbing to No. 7 in Canada. He is now within 236 points of No. 1 Dakota Buttar (Eatonia, Saskatchewan).

Atop the standings, the Top 5 went unchanged. While No. 1 Buttar and No. 3 Nick Tetz (Calgary, Alberta) did not compete due to injury, No. 2 Cody Coverchuk (Meadow Lake, Saskatchewan), No. 4 Coy Robbins (Camrose, Alberta) and No. 5 Aaron Roy (Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan) were all shutout, failing to log a score and earn national points.

Returning to the top of the event leaderboard, Jake Gardner (Fort St. John, British Columbia) and Cody Fraser (Wilmington, South Australia, Australia) tied for second.

For Gardner, after tying for the Round 1 win via an 84-point ride aboard Whiskey Moon (Skori Bucking Bulls), he punctuated his outing inside Co-op Place with an 84.5-point ride atop Cadillac (X6 Ranch Bucking Cattle/Legend Rodeo Stock).

The perfect performance netted Garnder a much-needed 80 national points. On the bubble of qualifying for the 2023 PBR Canada National Finals in Edmonton, Alberta, Nov. 17-18 prior to the event, Garnder’s silver showing firmly positioned him inside the nation’s Top 17. Ranked No. 17 prior to the PBR Medicine Hat Classic, presented by Art’s Excavating, Gardner climbed to No. 14.

Surging Aussie Fraser also went 2-for-2 in Medicine Hat to collect 77 national points. He first rode Blurred Lines (X6 Ranch Bucking Cattle/Legend Rodeo Stock) for 80 points in Round 1, and then went on to deliver the second-best score of the event when he topped The Remedy (X6 Ranch Bucking Cattle/B2 Braithwaite Ranches) for 88.5 points in the championship round.

Fraser, who began the event outside of the Top 17 ranked No. 20, rose four spots to No. 16 in the national standings.

Fourth was Conner Halverson (Gordon, Nebraska).

After bucking off Pot Licker (X6 Ranch Bucking Cattle/S&E Bucking Bulls) in 5.03 seconds in Round 1, Halverson rebounded in resilient form in the championship round, topping Son Of A Sinner (Eno Bucking Bulls/Gaume Farms) for 85.5 points.

Collecting 38 national points, Halverson rose from No. 26 to No. 21 in the standings as he attempts to qualify for his first PBR Canada National Finals.

Rounding out the Top 5 in fifth was Jake Dunham (Tucson, Arizona).

Dunham’s 84-point ride atop Scootin Hell (Midnight Bucking Bulls) in Round 1 earned him 28 national points.

In the bull pen, Langham Kid was unrivaled, crowned the YETI “Built for the Wild” Bull of the Event. The powerful animal athlete posted a tour-stop best 44-point score in the championship round during his trip with Hansen.

The 2023 PBR Canada Sup Series, presented by Wrangler, will next travel to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and SaskTel Centre for the PBR Saskatoon Classic, presented by Redhead Equipment and Case IH. Marking the final Cup Series event of the regular season, competition will begin on Saturday, October 28 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 29 at 2:00 p.m. MT.  

Stay tuned in to PBRCanada.com and follow the tour on Facebook (PBR Canada), Twitter (@PBRCanada), and Instagram (@PBRCanada) for the latest results, news, stats and more.