Mental Health and Resiliency for Small Businesses COURSE DESCRIPTION When faced with broad-based uncertainty, it is natural to feel stress and anxiety. However too much stress can negatively impact our mental and physical health. This session will help you cope by starting with self-care for leaders: it begins with you. What are some things you […]

Since the start of the pandemic lockdown, more businesses and families are meeting on “Zoom”. Feeling left out because you haven’t tried it? This fun filled hour will get you comfortable with the platform and explain the simple ways to engage with others in the new normal. Free but please pre-register Registration deadline: Oct 19 […]

How to Use Market Research to Help with Decisions in a Rapidly Changing World COURSE DESCRIPTION Are you struggling to make sense of the world amidst widespread and rapid change? Join Mark Eversfield, Market Research Analyst at Small Business BC, and learn how market research can inform your business decisions as you navigate COVID-19. WHAT […]

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 workshop, learn how to review critical decision points for making the transition. Other considerations include what “being an entrepreneur” means; […]

Grow Your Small Business In 2020 Without Appearing Tone Deaf COURSE DESCRIPTION In the last few months, our world has changed. Consumer behaviours and priorities have shifted. Has your messaging changed accordingly? It’s time to revisit your approach to marketing and learn how to reframe your offers and promotions in this time of widespread change. […]

How to Increase Sales COURSE DESCRIPTION How important are sales strategies for small business? Well, finding new customers to buy your product or service is central to the sales process. If you do, your business will grow, and you’ll reap the rewards. So, how do you find them? Join Cathy Kuzel, Business Development Strategist and Coach […]

This is the second in a four-part Build Your Business webinar series hosted by Women’s Enterprise Centre. View the other webinars in the series >> Wednesday | October 21, 2020 | 12 pm to 1:30 pm PST When a business owner is asked about their marketing strategy, too many think about their website, ads or word […]

Changing Retail Landscapes and Opportunities COURSE DESCRIPTION COVID-19 has spurred many changes affecting retail in BC, from disruptions to the supply chain to online shopping becoming more prevalent. At the same time though, initiatives like Shop Local and the transition of brick and mortar businesses to e-commerce are taking place. Now may be the best […]

Thinking about Buying a Business? Whether it is to take over from a family member, acquiring to expand existing operations or to enter a new field, buying a business is a big decision. There are many factors to consider such as property, equipment and inventory evaluation as well as reputation, employees and financing. It is […]

Minimize Discomfort and Injuries with Ergonomics COURSE DESCRIPTION For several months, many of us have worked from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The workstations we hastily set up in March have lasted longer than expected. Also some of the COVID-19-related changes to our workplaces have increased risk for injuries. As a result, It’s time […]

How to Borrow Money to Start a Business COURSE DESCRIPTION Entrepreneurs and their ideas come in all shapes and sizes but the one common issue they all must address is early stage financing. It’s estimated that roughly 82% of new businesses fail due to cashflow problems. So, how do you secure that all-important early stage […]