Your Guide to Starting a Business COURSE DESCRIPTION Whether you have a winning idea, or you’re just fascinated with the idea of launching a business, the Starting a Business: Start Smart Series delivers the basics you need to get started on the journey. Ranging from the different business structures, to business insurance, employment standards […]
This is the second in a two-part series to help you launch and improve your website, presented in partnership with Webnames. See part one: How to Plan and Launch a Website >> Launching a website is only the first step in succeeding online. Just because you have a website doesn’t mean people will visit it, […]
Fusion Methodology: like-minded people working together for mutual benefit. Digital marketing is booming and it’s important to maximize your organic growth through fusion methodology. Instructor, Chris Holland reviews fusion methods, organic growth, and digital marketing opportunities, and how they can help your business become accessible to the ideal demographic. Once you effectively apply these tools, […]
Make Your Own Website COURSE DESCRIPTION Thinking of creating a website for your business? WordPress websites make up almost 30% of the internet and it was recently named the world’s fastest growing Content Management System (CMS). Similar to Shopify, Wix and Squarespace, WordPress offers a free-to-install, flexible and simple interface to make the most […]
Explaining Cash Flow Forecasts and the Break Even Analysis COURSE DESCRIPTION No matter how good your idea for a product or service is, it doesn’t automatically translate into a viable business. Your business viability ultimately depends on your cash flow – even if you’re already turning a profit. Keeping your cash flow positive is […]
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 system or Excel template that automatically totals your journals and produces financial statements. Note: bring a USB drive so you can take home […]
Succeeding in the New Normal for Business COURSE DESCRIPTION Businesses across Canada are coming to terms with a vastly changed landscape. In many aspects, the old way of doing things has been discarded, and the transition to the “new normal” is filled with many challenges. The key to succeeding in these times is to […]
Access Funding and Supports to Become an Inclusive Employer COURSE DESCRIPTION Did you know that as an employer you can get free help finding candidates, access wage subsidies, get free job coaching for new employees, assistive technology, and training? In celebration of Disability Employment Month in B.C., this webinar will focus on where employers […]
No matter your business, you know you need to be sending out regular emails to your clients and customers to keep them informed, engaged with your offerings and connected to what makes your business unique. But what to write? In this workshop we will write up an effective welcoming sequence that begins the relationship building […]
Two day workshop, Sept 29 & 30, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm each day In this hands-on, two-day workshop you will learn to create, build and manage your own online store using one of the leading Software as Service platforms: Shopify. Bring your product description and photos, other text (e.g. shipping details, logos, images) and […]
How to Defend Against Cyberthreats and Privacy Breaches COURSE DESCRIPTION 2020 is set to become a record-breaking year for cybercrime. With more of us conducting business from home, hackers have turned their attention to this perceived “soft target,” leaving many small businesses vulnerable to privacy leaks. Is your business prepared to handle this increased […]
New Ventures BC has narrowed the field from over 240 competitors to just 10 finalists. See who’s taking home over $250,000 in cash and prizes… only at the 20th Competition Awards, presented by Innovate BC. For the sixth year running, we’re delighted for the awards to be a part of Vancouver Startup Week. Awards Details: Thursday, October 1, […]
