The numbers are stark. Nearly half of all Canadian workers have experienced bullying in the workplace according to a 2014 national survey. As a small business owner, you are […]
“Leadership” for Small Business
Road Safety at Work
Work-related motor vehicle incidents (MVI) continue to be the leading cause of traumatic workplace fatalities, accounting for 38 per cent of traumatic work-related deaths in B.C in 2018. That is […]
2020 Business Trends to Watch
2020 is here, ushering in a decade brimming with potential for small business owners. Whether your focus is local, provincial or national, we live in a changing (and challenging) landscape […]
Following up with Small Business BC Business Plan Clients
In my role at Small Business BC, I meet lots of business plan clients who are excited to share their plans for the future of their small business. We work […]
Small Business Health & Safety – What You Need to Know
Small businesses in B.C. employ over 1.1 million people and, according to the Government of British Columbia’s Small Business Profile 2022, account for 43 percent of all workers in the […]
The Best Business Books for Starting a Business
What do Warren Buffet, Bill Gates and Mark Cuban have in common? Apart from their entrepreneurial prowess and devotion to philanthropy, the three are known for their love of reading […]
Prepared BC: Emergency Plan for Small Businesses
This resource is designed to help small business owners plan and prepare for emergencies that could interrupt operations. Use this template as a starting point and add to it as needed. One simple step today can make a difference in how effectively your business responds to and recovers from a disaster.
Should You Allow Pets in the Workplace?
Studies have proven pets at work can have surprising positive impacts on the mental health and productivity of staff. And, the good news is, pets in the workplace are […]
The Benefits of Mediation for Solving Business Disputes
Disagreements are a fact of life in the business world. Sometimes, even the most reasonable of parties can find themselves at odds with no clear route for resolution. Negotiation is […]
5 Business Start-up Mistakes to Avoid
Before you read our business start-up mistakes to avoid, make sure to download Small Business BC’s Starting Your Business Checklist. Download Now When entrepreneurs come up with an […]