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Are You an Impatient Entrepreneur?
New entrepreneurs are usually excited and impatient to get going, so they often slap up a website, print business cards and begin promoting their business before they have a solid understanding of their business concept and offering. While there is value in just getting started and having something out there to begin interacting with your customers and finding out what they want, this approach has big risks. It can easily... -
10 Questions to Ask Before You Start a Business
Are you really ready to jump ship and start a business? The transition from employee to potential employer can be quite a leap. It can be as hectic and intimidating as it is rewarding both financially and personally. LISA GIRARD offers 10 great questions to think about before you decide to go for it. 1. Is this going to make me happier? 2. Is the timing right? 3.... -
5 Tips for a Better Business Plan
A business plan should be more than just spreadsheets and rules, it should outline how your company lives and breathes. Ideally it conveys your personality and culture, not just your business model. The team at Small business BC teaches us five ways to keep it lean and in shape. 1. Don’t use jargon. Write clearly and concisely and use visual aids where possible. Avoiding jargon is important if you are using it...
