As an entrepreneur, you understand the value of a well-crafted business plan. It’s the essential roadmap for launching your business and something you’ll use to impress banks and investors. Writing […]
“mentorship” for Small Business
Meet Stefanie Grieser, Shine Bootcamp
“Our vision is to end imposter syndrome because it stops really smart people, who have really awesome things to share and teach, from getting up on stage.” Shine Bootcamp offers […]
How a Mentor Can Help Your Entrepreneurial Career
The ability to “be your own boss” is often cited as one of the most attractive aspects of entrepreneurship, but it can also raise problems for those new to the […]
Avoiding the Pitfalls of a Family Business
Approximately 80% of all businesses in Canada are family owned. Ranging in size from behemoths like Bombardier and McCain Foods Limited, to small mom and pop corner stores, these companies form the backbone of the Canadian economy and face the same challenges as any other. However, more personal relationships exist within a family business and create many different considerations, especially when things go awry.
Four Common Food Truck Mistakes That Can Be Avoided With Mentorship
Since food trucks became visible in the US in 2008, the industry has been booming in popularity around British Columbia. In 2015, it was estimated that there were about 305 […]
Why Mentorship Is The Key To Increasing Women’s Confidence in Business
I find it quite fascinating how men and women perceive themselves so differently in business. For example, according to the 2012 Global Entrepreneurship Monitor US Report, if you ask […]
3 Reasons Why Having a Mentor Can Make All The Difference
Mentorship matters. Many of the world’s top entrepreneurs have credited their success in part to their mentors and as small business owner, it’s important to understand the value behind having […]
How To Be An Inspiring Mentor Who Changes Lives
Have you ever had a life changing moment when someone did or said something that completely changed your perception about life? I had one a couple of years ago while […]
Support for Canadian Forces Entrepreneurs and Veterans
General Rick Hillier (Ret.) applied what he learned in the military to create a profitable career in public speaking and creating his own speaking agency. But what support is there for other members of Canadian Forces looking to turn to entrepreneurship?
Are you an Introverted, Extroverted or Ambiverted Leader?
Society often paints quite a humorous yet incorrect picture of introverts and extroverts. With these misconceptions in place, it is understandable why many believe extroverts would make better business leaders. However a recent Ted Talk by Susan Cain discusses the power of introversion.