Blending Passion with Purpose

Sheena Brady, founder of Tease, joins us on Educate & Explore to share her inspiring journey as a certified tea sommelier.

What are Strategic & Tactical Dashboards?

Managing a business without effective operational dashboards is like navigating a journey without a reliable map.

The Power of Meditation and Mindfulness for Children

Meet Natalie, a mother of 4 who created TATE for her children after becoming the 29th person in Canada to be diagnosed with Covid-19.

Revolutionizing Women's Intimates

Post-breast augmentation, Jessica Johnson’s personal struggle to find bras that are comfortable and stylish led her on her entrepreneurial journey to create Figiura.

Margin of Safety / Margin of Error

Margin of Safety refers to the difference between an asset's intrinsic value and its market price.

Is the Client Always Right?

Not every client will be a perfect fit for your business, and that’s okay.

Lessons Learned, Challenges Faced, and Insights for CPG Founders

Steve shares why he exited his business, tips on surviving entrepreneurship, and how he won’t shy away from building another business.

Using the Past to Guide the Future

Could the Acme Corporation, with its endless range of products, have paved the way for a company like Amazon?

Taking Ginger to the Next Level

From a successful pitch on Dragon’s Den to new flavours in the works, Bren and Megan have their eyes on bringing Gingerbug into the United States.

A Taste of Jamaica in Canada

Entrepreneurship is about the journey not a destination; so pace yourself and take care of your mental health. With good mental health, you’re better equipped to handle the challenges and appreciate the ride.

Calgary Fintech Business Flourishes

At just 23 years old, Nic Beique started a payment company. Fast forward to 2023, Nic's company, Helcim, has processed nearly $4 billion in payment volume and is anticipated to double that in 2024.

Taste Buds that Take Flight

Juliana Casale launched Balloon 🎈 when she couldn’t find the sparkling water flavors she wanted to drink in Canada.

Hey Entrepreneurs! More Revenue Won’t Save You Forever

 A universally accepted rule in the financial planning space is to have three to six months of emergency savings on hand.

A Letter from One Generation to Another

EBITDA is indeed a prevalent metric, but it’s essential to look beyond it to gauge the true health of our business.

Modernizing Agriculture with Drone Technology

Charter Beselt tells us how a football scholarship to Regina led to building a business in modernizing agriculture.

Time for a Human Resources Professional?

Sound human resources practices will assist your business in running smoothly.

The Future of Fashion Retail

Building a company instills a deep sense of purpose, driven by the mission we are committed to achieving.

Demystifying Debentures

Debentures stand out as a versatile tool for accessing capital with features that are attractive to both investors and the issuer.

"A Private Matter?”

Let's dive into the big question: should we make the leap and go public?

Cultivating Healthy Relationships in Our Organizations

Instead of self-preservation, separation, and isolation, we need to cultivate one-on-one relationships in organizations.

The Unexpected Entrepreneurial Journey

Please do not take this journey alone, it is more fun, and you have a better chance of success with a team.

Public Company in Need of Funding?

Join us for an invigorating morning of learning how public companies can access capital through the combination of everyday Canadians’ RSPs and prospectus exemptions

12 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started My Business

Even if you have mentally checked out of your comfy day job and think you’re ready, take five minutes to consume this first.

The Battlefield of Business

Sun Tzu's teachings in "The Art of War" about deception, indirect tactics, and strategic foresight have striking parallels in the corporate world. Similarly, the gameplay in "Survivor," characterized by forming and dissolving alliances and anticipating opponents' moves, mirrors the intricate social maneuvering often required in business.

The Art of the Offer Letter

In the absence of a termination clause, the employee’s severance entitlement is governed by two sources, first, the Alberta Employment Standards Code (the “Code”), and second, the common law.

Bootstrapping to Success

Calgary's own small business, Local Laundry, is built on principles of quality-made Canadian clothing, reducing carbon footprint and giving back to the community. Dustin Paisley, co-founder of Local Laundry, shares how $50 blossomed into a $5 million company that continues to steadily grow. Listen to Dustin tell us how their design was copied by a retail giant, what the future of Local Laundry looks like and how they continue to triumphantly bootstrap their business.

Altering the Legal Playground

Brett Colvin, CEO and co-founder of Goodlawyer, isn't your average entrepreneur.

Incentives and Outcomes

In crafting a due diligence process, it is crucial to uncover not just the present state of a potential partner's financials, legal standing, or operational efficiency, but also to understand the incentive structures that drive their strategies and behaviors.

Advertising for Candidates and the Interview Process

Every decision we make is based on some form of discrimination. Discrimination is not always a bad thing.

10 Cool Ways to Ace Your Video Job Interview

Video job interviews were once a rarity. Since the pandemic, they are now just part of the regular interview process. And, they won’t be going away anytime soon.

Sweet Success

Mid-Day Squares co-founder, Jake Karls, joins us for an exclusive interview on their business savvy story-telling technique.

Acid Test the Health of Your Sales Funnel with These 6 Questions

Every team member could be lead generating if they know who an ideal client is for your business.

Ways To Help Protect a Small Business Without Breaking The Bank

Recent statistics reveal that smaller businesses have become the main target of cyberattacks due to the lack of security measures in place to protect them.

The Entrepreneurship Roadmap for Newcomers in Canada

The holistic approach to entrepreneurship, along with the connections we foster through this training, significantly benefits our participants when they seek financing—a major hurdle for many newcomers.

Crafting a Successful Exit Strategy

Making the most of your business's value pre-exit, like profitability enhancements, customer base diversification, operational efficiency improvement, intellectual property protection reinforcement, and management team upgrading, can be a game-changer.

Accounting Advice for Your Start-Up

Cash is considered the hardest item to maintain and manage during the founding years of a start-up.

What Does the Story of “The Tortoise and the Hare” Have to Do with Business?

A workforce comprised of Hares and Tortoises will complement one another, leading to a more balanced and capable team.

A Key Must Have Mindset for Your Business in 2023

Inbound marketing aims to draw people in naturally and establish a relationship with them, leading to increased brand awareness, engagement, and ultimately, conversions.

The Real Challenge Behind Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

Companies that have embraced diversity and inclusion have seen gains across the board financially and in performance.

Are You Guilty of These Job Interview MISTAKES?

The job market throughout Canada is hot.

My Story to Entrepreneurship

I had the same self-doubt that plagues all entrepreneurs at some point: could I actually do this? Was I actually good enough? Will people trust me?

Early Entrepreneurial Lessons Learned

Even though it was terrifying, I had a clear vision of working for myself.

Unlocking Growth

Alberta IoT is a non-profit member-based association that supports organizations with a vested interest in IoT and emerging technologies.

What's Happening in Downtown Calgary

With the 2005 to 2018 development cycle providing Calgary with numerous new skyscrapers, the current high vacancy rate has many people asking if (or when) we will again see a new downtown office tower.

What is the Exempt Market?

What’s in a Rate of Return?

If you had to boil it down to the simplest attributes, we could say that a rate of return usually has these properties: it is measured in terms of percentage, it is often expressed in annual terms and, needless to say, when it comes to investing, we always prefer a positive return over a negative one.

Culture is the Invisible Key to Organizational Success

What we know from business research is that organizations that focus two thirds on corporate culture and one third on financial performance are higher performing than those who focus on finances alone.

Investing in an Arms-Length Mortgage using a Registered Plan

There are other lesser-known investments that are qualified to be held in registered plans under the Income Tax Act, including arms-length mortgages.

The 6 Most Important Financial Planning Considerations for Small Business Owners

Owners can take control of their finances and secure the future of their company by ensuring they are on track in all areas of planning for their business.

Is Your Business Prepared for the Next Cyber Attack?

According to a report by Sophos, the average cost to recover from a cyber attack in 2023 is $1.85M USD.

RSP Investments: A Simple Guide

Small businesses facing financial roadblocks in the post-COVID world can turn to RSP investments for a lifeline.

How Compatible Are You and Your FX Partner?

It is important to understand not only how currency volatility can impact your bottom line but also who you conduct your transactions with can have an impact on your business.

The Secrets of Our Succession

When a family business gets passed down from one generation to the next, it can be disastrous.

First Time AGM Considerations for Private Companies

Your annual general meeting (AGM) of shareholders is one of the most important dates on your corporate calendar.

Industry Experts Roundtable Part 3 of 3

Our last episode of the Industry Experts Roundtable Video Series concentrates on the evolving role of the private markets as we investigate the differences between the balance of investor protection and capital formation.

Industry Experts Roundtable Part 2 of 3

Part 2 of the Industry Experts Roundtable Video Series dives into the impact of regulations and barriers associated with the Private Capital Markets of Canada.

Industry Experts Roundtable Part 1 of 3

The Industry Experts Roundtable Video Series Part 1 offers a valuable glimpse into the inner workings of the Private Capital Markets of Canada.

The Ultimate Guide to Implementing Employee Mental Health Strategies in the Workplace Part 2

A good mental wellness program is easily accessible, used by employees, and acknowledges the mental health needs of the workforce.

The Ultimate Guide to Implementing Employee Mental Health Strategies in the Workplace Part 1

Canadian adults spend more time at work than anywhere else in their lives; it comes as no surprise that their work environment has a direct impact on their well-being.

Onboarding a New Hire

The process of onboarding new employees can be one of the most important factors in ensuring recently hired employees are engaged and productive in their new position.

Why Scaling Companies are Engaging Fractional Legal Counsel

Due to the high cost of working with external law firms, many scaling businesses limit their legal engagements to major transactions or disputes, missing out on the strategic value of operationalizing their recurring legal needs during a critical phase of growth and development.

Why Should My Business Invest in Participating Whole Life Insurance?

You’re a successful business owner. You also know that you have to invest your after-tax profits so they don’t get eaten away by inflation, but with so many different choices, which investment option should you choose?

Hiring a Recruitment Agency

Making the decision to work with a recruitment agency can be apprehensive; however, finding an outsourced recruitment partner can save you time, reduce strain on your business, and provide a service that can add value to your business and is cost-effective is absolutely possible.

Insurance for Small Business Owners

The dream of owning a small business is one that offers many benefits, such as independence and the ability to leave a legacy. While many challenges are faced when owning a small business, being prepared can provide the opportunity to succeed.

Leadership Training is an Investment!

Training and developing people IS an investment, both in the employee and the company. It helps your people become more productive by being better equipped to handle challenges, keeps them engaged, positions them up for higher-level roles in the company, supports positive corporate culture, and reduces turnover.

Top 10 Things to Remember When Litigating as a Small Business

To participate in litigation, your business may need to divert significant resources toward the litigation. Not only does this include financial resources, but also the time from those staff who will be involved in the litigation.

Selling Your Small Business

It’s a good idea to sell your business when it is doing well. A company’s performance is what makes it attractive and valuable to a buyer. It’s also important to consider economic factors and capital market conditions.

Social Media Marketing 101

Social media has become such a prominent part of our lives. Whether we’d like to admit it or not, most of us are glued to our phones checking Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, the list goes on and on.

WooCommerce, Squarespace, Shopify

To figure out which platform best suits you and your business needs, there are several important considerations to make including usability, scalability, payment gateways, prices, user-experience, security, support and integration.

Take Your Business Online

You have a great lineup of products and you want to sell them without the hefty overhead costs, finding the right employees, finding the perfect retail space, without some of the “chores” of owning a business. Have you considered an ecommerce business? Depends, right? What’s an ecommerce business?

The Impact of Rising Interest Rates on Small Businesses

Interest rates in Canada are on the rise to help contain inflation. The Bank of Canada increased the benchmark rate on April 13th by 0.5 percentage points to 1.0. This is the biggest one time increase in borrowing costs since 2000. While a higher rate environment may be effective for inflation, it can have significant consequences for small businesses.

Hiring and Terminating for Small Businesses

Small business owners wear many hats within their business including taking on the role of recruiting and terminating employees. Without a dedicated human resources team, the process of hiring and firing can be time-consuming and overwhelming to business owners.

Attracting Top Talent

When job seekers are asked what size of company, they are most interested in joining, an overwhelming amount choose small organizations; however, small businesses have difficulty finding the right talent to fill positions because they have limited resources. We're here to help.