When: July 21, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm America/Vancouver Cost: $90 + GST Where: Community Futures Central Kootenay Characteristics of a good logo are simple, memorable, versatile and relevant. Now that you have a product or service and a business name, you are ready to communicate with your customers through your branding. […]
When: July 23, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm America/Vancouver Cost: $90 + GST Where: Community Futures Central Kootenay - Nelson Using a bookkeeping journal method, learn how to set-up your own books. Bookkeeping basics include the principles of double entry, how to keep your records organized, and more. Choose between paper journal […]
Secondary Market Research That Works For You COURSE DESCRIPTION As an entrepreneur, it’s vital to conduct market research before making important decisions. Analyzing available data allows you to understand your target market, conduct a competitor analysis, view market trends and enhance your business operations. Join Small Business BC’s Market Research Analyst, Mark Eversfield, as he […]
The changes in behaviour in response to the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted demand and created capacity challenges for many companies. To most effectively manage capacity, companies need to look at it through a different lens. Instead of defining capacity as simply “maximum output”, a more productive definition of capacity relates to the “maximum revenue” that […]
Apply now for a free 1:1 virtual meeting with a tech expert to help your business survive and thrive Our world is facing unprecedented times, customers are buying goods and services in different ways and businesses need to adapt. The Basin Business Advisors (BBA) program, KAST (Kootenay Association for Science and Technology) and BC Tech […]
How to Run a Business Effectively COURSE DESCRIPTION Running a small business can sometimes seem like putting together a piece of furniture. You’ve got lots of little parts that slot together to make the whole but how can you build it without a set of instructions? Operations Management can provide the necessary direction. Join us […]
When: July 27, 2020 @9:00 am - 1:00 pm America/Vancouver Cost: $50 + GST Where: Community Futures Central Kootenays (Nelson BC) Learn to use the mobile app ‘Instagram’ to reach potential customers and/or promote a virtual store. Instagram is a visual digital organizer that will help you to present images of your business in […]
When: July 28, 2020 @9:00 am - 1:00pm America/Vancouver Cost: $50 + GST Where: Nelson Community Futures Central Kootenay Generating revenue may seem secretive and elusive, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. In this workshop, learn the step-by-step process that will freshen your perspective and help you generate more income. Chris Holland […]
When: July 29, 2020 @9:00 am - 12:00 pm America/Vancouver Cost: Free Where: Community Futures Central Kootenay - Nelson Have you ever wondered about becoming an entrepreneur, taking your training or skills to a new level and running your own show? Maybe launching a start-up? Or buying a business and running it? In this […]
When: July 30, 2020 @ 9:00 am - 1:00pm America/Vancouver Cost: $50 + GST Where: Community Futures Central Kootenay - Nelson Search rankings are extremely important. Ninety-one per cent of clicks from a Google search go to the results on the first search page. If your customers are searching for you online, then you […]
Primary Market Research to Understand Your Customer COURSE DESCRIPTION Primary market research helps to take the guesswork out of important business decisions. Harnessing tools like surveys and focus groups, it can tell you how much your clients will spend, what motivates them to buy, and a greater understanding of customer needs and pain points. […]
Understanding Costs, Revenue and Profit COURSE DESCRIPTION No matter how good your idea for a product or service is, it doesn’t automatically translate into a successful business. Avoid the pitfalls of launching your business based solely on your idea. Join Bill Erichson, Pacific Training Innovations for Business Viability 1 and learn how to identify the costs […]
