24 — Sunday, October 20, 1991 - North Shore News After 10 years in the construction business, she can offer constructive advice Lorraine Facini, Sussex Realty, isn't a run-of- the-mill realeor. She spent over 10 years in a construction company, learning the ins and outs of planning, coordination and building. “In those 10 years, [ really learned the nitty- gritty of the construction business. | know what's behind those wails,"’ said Facini. Her switch to real estate seemed a natural thing to do. “I’ve always been keen on real estate, and I love working with people. So I decided to combine that with my knowledge of the con- - struction business and its related sub-trades.”” Facini lends a feminine touch as well to the business with her several years of experience in incerior design. Lorraine Facini Sussex 984-9711 9 OUT OF 10 BUY TRY NOT TO BUY Would you spend $50 or $25 on the same outfit? At “Try Not to Buy’ we specialize in Factory Buyouts and in turn give you the incredible savings. You can buy quality leisurewear from us for up to half the price you'd expect to . pay in other stores. When we first opened our doors in January 1989, to our astonishment, nine out of 10 customers bought something. They found our prices just plain irresistible! ; We've expanded afd now have two locations to better serve you. Look for our weekly new merchandise and enter our monthly draw for a $50 shoppirg spree Do you have the necessary skills? SO YOU want to start your own business. You have the idea — but do you really have what it takes to meet the challenges of being your own boss? “Before you hit the ground running, you’d be wise to take a long, hard look at yourself,’’ says Maureen Holloway, first vice- president of the Certified General Accountants Association of B.C. (CGA). “You have to decide if you have the right skills and tempera- ment tO operate your own business.’” Holloway suggests that would- be entrepreneurs take @ s,oment to review the following check list to see if they possess the charac- teristics essential to business suc- cess. Do you have drive and energy? Starting a small business in- volves an. ongoing commitment. * Successful smail business manag- ers are willing to work long hours. Are you self confident? You must have a firm belief in yourself, your idea and your abili- ty to succeed Do you enjoy risk? There’s no guaranteed pay che- que. You must be able to live with the lack cf security associated with running your own business. munication skills. You'll need those skills to per- suade, influence and convince everyone from your staff and your banker to your suppliers, clients and customers. Do you have the know-how? This includes knowledgé of your product or service as well as the business world and the market-. place. | Do you have any management skills? In order to keep your business running smoothly, you have to be able to manage it: well.. That means being. able to generate ac- curate information systems. on a regular basis. Do you enjoy a challenge? . Being in business for oneself is -: an ongoing assortment of... challenges. According to “many. con. members .who. currently: operate their own. businesse$,*~if* you possess these characteristics, then. - you’ve most likely got. what it . ‘takes to proceed to the siext step along the path to business: success — the research and” ~-Plenning phase. | Bringing people together- — no purchase necessary. Come in and Try Net to Buy! : Are you a creative thinker? Successful small business man- agers are always looking for bet- ter, more efficient and creative ways to do things. Can you communicate well? Being in dusiness for yourself requires a combination of ex- cellent verbal and written com-~ 128 E. 14th North Vancouver M-Sat. 10-5:30pm 8} 1696 Robson a| Vancouver M-Sat. tt-6pm Sunday 12-5pm building better communities... at} sea WE CHALLENGE PRICES YOUN *~ Brian Petherbridge, along with partners * Don Wood and Bill Eberly, are celebrating” ~ their first year business anniversary as your “North Shore water bortler. - Coastal: Mountain Water rents water ~ coolers and delivers 5 gallon bottles of water -“ to homes afd offices throughout the lower “ mainland. — _. Coastal Meuntain uses a “state of the art ‘|: technology” filtration and distiation system _ fo purify their water. . Product quality and customer service are ’ Coastal Mountain's top priority. Their on site water testing laboratory and fleet of modern route trucks ensure prompt, reliable delivery of a product unsurpassed in qualicy and purity. Coastal Mountain water offers same day service to all North Shore offices and residences as well as reduced rates for customers wanting to pick up their water. “Many of our customers find it more conve- ; 7 . . : ot. nient to pick up their water and pocket the ; STARTING UP GROWING UP WINDING DOWN: $2.00 bottle savings", says Don Wood, Vice-President Sales and Marketing. ® BUSINESS PLANS ¢ COMPUTER SYSTEMS =e VALUATION The residential customer is the largest growth area in the market. Many of their residential customers have mentioned that since they have had their water cooler installed their consump- « CASH BUDGETS @ GST & INCOME TAX © ESTATE PLANNING @ LEASE OR OWN REPORTS © RETIREMENT tion of coffee and soft drinks has reduced dramatically. “I think when considering the cost of our service you have to take into account the reduced expenditure for pop and caffinated beverages”, says Bill Eberly Vice President of Operations. Coastal Mountain Water makes an effort to be environmentaliy conscious by recyling ail paper e TAX PLANNING ® EXPANSION PLANNING PLANNING * ACCOUNTING & FINANCIAL and plastic products. Plant tours are encouraged through an open door policy. “Water being a food product, many STATEMENTS WE BUILD LONG TERM RELATIONSHIPS BUSINESS?» WITH OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE WE CAN WORK WITH YOU _ | FROM people are concerned about how the water is processed and packaged. We are very proud of the quality product and service we provide", says Don Wood. North Shore residents are invited to sample Coastal Mountain Water's drinking water at the 604 ata Mountain me lano Mali Home and Energy Show October By 302-140 WEST 15th STREET ROBERT W. NORRIS, mca. Chartoved Accountant PLEASE CALL 980-6300 BUS, (604) 985-5622 FAX (604) 662-8642 NORTH VANCOUVER, B.C. V7M 1R6