Off the Ground Blog
Small Business Profile 2014
Every year British Columbia’s provincial government publishes a profile of the health of small business in the province to educate us on how BC fits into the greater Canadian context of small business development. The Small Business Profile 2014 report was recently released, so we compiled some highlights of the report as we reflect and wrap-up a fantastic Small Business Month celebrated throughout Canada during the month of October.
Open Access Week October 2014
Open Access Week, now entering its 8th year, is a chance to learn, share, and spread the word about the benefits of open access to information.
Give Your Startup an Edge with Our Top 5 Streaming Video Channels—Video Content Roundup
Staying current with entrepreneurship trends can be tricky. As new resources and strategies develop popularity, it’s important for small business owners to know what’s out there so they give their startup a competitive edge in the market. In this post, we’ll focus on streaming video channels you can follow for a constant stream of news and other information from the world of business. Since the rise of streaming video, individuals and organizations from around the world have been using this platform to share their knowledge and experience with audiences looking for business guidance.
5 Tools To Keep Up-To-Date On Industry News
If you are an aspiring small business owner or entrepreneur, you probably are diving in head first into secondary market research. The time you spend finding quality resources is very valuable, but with all of the resources consulted and the time devoted to the research, it is easy for keeping up-to-date to fall off the radar once you have a business plan in place.
Events for Small Business Month 2014
It's October and that can mean only one thing: it's Small Business Month in BC! Whether you're still in the planning stages, hoping to expand your business, or somewhere in between, there is an event going on this month that you'll want to check out. Here is a list of just some of the small business events taking place around BC.
Celebrating YOU! Campaign Kickoff for Small Business Month 2014
October is here and marks the beginning of Small Business Month, where we celebrate the vitality that small businesses bring to the culture and economy of Canada. British Columbia is especially proud of their contributions to our province – in fact, in 2012 BC boasted the highest number of small businesses per capita.
Break into Biotech and the Life Sciences Using These Four Tips—Video Content Roundup
Building a business in any industry is a challenging task, but getting a startup off the ground in the biotech and life sciences world can be especially taxing. From R&D to the regulatory approval process to the need for constant innovation, these fields demand a lot from the entrepreneurs working within them. Since September 26 to October 3 is National Biotechnology Week in Canada, we’ve decided to compile some tips to help you get your foot in the door as a biotech or life sciences startup.
Adopting Digital Technology (Part 5 of 5): Cyber Security Considerations for Small Businesses
One of the most daunting tasks for small businesses as they increase their reliance on the online environment is the ability to stay current with security risks. Although the cyber world is full of threats, it is a world where small businesses must exist, and a certain amount of foundational understanding of security is now expected.
Four Tips for Hiring A+ Talent—Video Content Roundup
There’s no doubt that a small team of A+ talent will run circles around a larger team of B and C level employees. The best hires will not only meet your expectations, but they’ll also lend their enthusiasm and critical thinking to steer your startup toward new opportunities. However, finding let alone hiring this kind of individual can be tricky, especially when your business doesn’t have the resources to leverage the expertise of a corporate recruiter.
Adopting Digital Technology (Part 4 of 5): Mobilize Your Business with these 3 Strategies
In this part of the Adopting Digital Technologies series, we take a deeper look at the importance of incorporating the mobile environment into how the greater community interacts with your small business’s online presence.