Submitted by Steve Bentley BA CFP on
Competing with larger businesses can sometimes be a challenge for small business owners. This is echoed by a lot of small businesses that I have mentored. Its hard enough to get a foothold in this industry never mind having to compete against large businesses with deeper pockets.
Submitted by Linda Ockwell-Jenner on
We often fail to listen to our instincts, our intuition and our innerselves. Maybe because we are too busy to be in the here and now, but we lose many opportunities this way.
In my newest blog post I talk about how one particular coincidence let me to my wonderful new life in Canada. My intution is strong and I ask many questions, I am inquisitive and this has meant success, love and happiness in my life.
Submitted by Chris Davis on
♦ When was the last time you reviewed your company’s continuity plan?
♦ How will you process orders if your online shop goes down?
♦ What work-around will you adopt if your email app quits and you can’t connect with customers?
♦ What if you can’t access your customer database because the server is down or your power is out?
Submitted by Linda Ockwell-Jenner on
Quantity or Quality? Is it better to have thousands of connections or fewer connections, what are the pros and cons?
Networking is my ‘thing’. I am not an expert, or a specialist, I am just able to build my success with the aid of consistent networking. I have been working on my networking skill-set for over 16 years.
Submitted by Steve Bentley BA CFP on
Recently, I have been delving into the psyche of dealing with the Millennial generation in our businesses. In my discussions with clients and industry colleagues, a topic that has comes up regularly is estate and succession planning with Millennial family members. Specifically, something we have been encountering in traditional business succession planning is the non-traditional mindset of the Millennial. The primary issue that surfaces is the anomaly of dealing with a Millennial.
Submitted by Linda Ockwell-Jenner on
The Small Business Community Network (SBCN) was co-founded in 2003 by Dave Ockwell-Jenner and Linda Ockwell-Jenner.
We are the Small Business Community Network (SBCN)—your connection to the small business community. We're committed to building strong business communities and connecting the key people within them. Connecting, collaborating and consistently working together builds a stronger economy.
Submitted by Steve Bentley BA CFP on
It's hard to believe that summer is over and September has arrived. It means we need to change our focus from beaches to books. One of the biggest issues for our older children may be their post secondary choice of study.
Submitted by Nathan Parsons on
Pay now...save later...think of it as the old adage, "Measure twice, cut once." When you are planning a renovation, there are many exc
Submitted by Linda Ockwell-Jenner on
You've heard the expression, "it's not what you know, it's who you know". Networking is the best way to make, keep and grow quality connections. The Business Networking Today Conference brings together a vivid and diverse community all with one purpose: to enhance their networks and grow their businesses and careers.
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Submitted by Steve Bentley BA CFP on
One of the natural barriers we encounter as entrepreneurs and small businesses is whether to accept certain new work or new clients. Perhaps there is not a good fit. Perhaps your work schedule is stacked.
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