Mind Your Own Business

08/18/2026

Posting links on X just got pricier. As of April 2026, API fees rose from $0.01 to $0.20 per link — a 1,900% increase.

X says the change targets spam, but publishers, developers, and news outlets are already feeling the impact, and worry it could make sharing outside content harder.

How do you feel about the change? Will it affect how you share content on X?

08/12/2026

A little knowledge goes a long way when it comes to running a business. Whether you are looking into social media analytics, bookkeeping basics, or website wizardry, the right tools can propel your business to success.

Check out our guide to getting started:

When it comes to running a successful business, a little knowledge goes a long way. The effective use of available resources is one way to gain that knowledge. Additionally, businesses can achieve new heights of success by utilizing their resources efficiently.

08/10/2026

Happy Update Your Bio Day! 🖊️ And yes, that is a real day, and yes, it is relevant to your business.

Your social media bio is the first thing a potential client reads when they land on your profile. It has roughly 3 seconds to answer:
→ Who are you?
→ What do you do?
→ Who do you serve?
→ What should they do next?

We recommend reviewing your bio quarterly, and today's the perfect excuse. When did you last update yours?

08/05/2026

Summer is more than half over, and fall planning starts sooner than you think. If bookkeeping, social media, or your website have been on the back burner this season, now's the perfect time to get ahead before Q4 planning kicks in.

At Mind Your Own Business Inc., we offer a no-cost consultation to every new client with no pressure and no obligation. Just a real conversation about where your business is and where it could go.

Visit MYOBontario.ca | Call us: 519-657-4283 | Email: [email protected]

Let's finish the summer strong.

08/04/2026

Posting online may look easy until you’re staring at a blank screen, unsure what to say. In our blog, we break down what goes into managing social media with a clear plan in place. Read it here:

I personally enjoy following and engaging with various Facebook and Instagram pages from my favourite brands, local businesses, and influencers, as do many other avid social media users. Many people, however, are unaware of a whole world of activity happening behind the scenes. Well, get ready — y...

07/29/2026

Did you know: At least 58% of small business owners say bookkeeping is the task they dislike most, ahead of admin, HR, and even sales. And yet most of them still do it themselves.

Here's the thing: disliking a task doesn't mean it's not getting done. It means it's getting done late, reluctantly, and with more mental energy than it's worth.

Outsourcing the task you dread most isn't a luxury. It's a completely rational business decision.

What's YOUR most disliked business task? (We already know the answer for over half of you.)

Source: Canadian Bookkeepers Association

If bookkeeping is your answer, we can help. Get in touch with our team today to learn how we can help you reclaim your time! https://www.myobontario.ca/contact-us/

07/27/2026

Want to get your business in front of more people but not sure where to start? Running a social media giveaway is one of the easiest ways to get your products noticed, reach new customers, and build a relationship with your audience.

We put together a quick guide on why they work so well and how to set one up without breaking any platform rules. Check it out here:

Do you want to increase the visibility of your brand on social media? Are you dissatisfied with the amount of engagement you’re currently receiving on social media? Running giveaways through social media is one of the best ways to get your products or services in front of new customers. People LOV...

07/22/2026

Shoutout to Sean Wilson with EZQR for reaching out and sharing a fantastic tool! If you’re tired of free QR code generators that suddenly expire, get watermarked, or stop working, you need to check out EZQR at https://ezqr.ca/

Their static QR codes are free forever, never expire, and don’t depend on them staying online. We’ve checked it out and highly recommend it. Thanks, Sean!

07/20/2026

Marketing gets a lot easier when you stop worrying about trendy tactics and quick sales. Instead, focus on the people who already appreciate what you do. When you build genuine relationships rather than just chasing data spikes, your business grows the right way.

We’re breaking down a few common marketing myths on the blog and sharing why connection always wins over the hard sell:

Why is marketing important? A primary benefit of marketing for your company is that it engages customers (current and potential) and helps them decide whether to purchase your goods or services. Without marketing, your potential customers may never know about your business. Even though marketing is....

07/15/2026

Proof we're all glued to our phones: 90% of social media traffic is now mobile! If you're creating graphics and not checking how they look on a phone first, you're missing the point.
Stop designing for the minority. Design for the scroll.

Source: Marketers List