Now and then, a great small business idea seems to come out of nowhere. But in fact, there are 5 common sources of small business ideas. Have a look at these sources of small business ideas – maybe your next great business can be found in one of them. Small business idea source #1: Your own life Approximately 60% of new business ideas come from…
We hope you’re enjoying the warmer weather and finding some time to relax and put your feet up. Have a look at these small business articles & blog posts we’ve enjoyed recently – is there anything you’d like to share? Four Weeks Until Applications Close for Ignite Program at Innovate BC The Best Employees Display These 6 Characteristics at Entrepreneur 5 Strategies That Drive Engagement…
No matter your business, selling is at the heart of it. After all, it’s hard to succeed if you’re not selling your product or service to new and existing customers. That’s all well and good, but the mindset needed for selling doesn’t come naturally to all entrepreneurs. Some small business owners wonder how to you actually close a sale, or what the best way to…
Did you know that some of the world’s most famous companies weren’t created by a committee of seasoned professionals? Here are some familiar businesses that were started by entrepreneurs under the age of 35: IKEA WordPress FedEx Apple Computer Google Mrs. Fields Motown Records What great things can younger entrepreneurs do? Young people have the advantage of optimism, endless energy, and fresh ideas. They’re often…
Your business might need to register industrial design if you’ve created an object with unique features, patterns, configurations, shapes, or ornaments. Registering your industrial design protects it from being copied for up to 15 years. What is industrial design registration? Industrial design covers articles usually made by tools, machines, or hand. Some examples of unique industrial design include the shape of a Coca-Cola bottle, a…