Off the Ground Blog
New email learning series: Introduction to Business Research
Starting a new business requires a lot of research from the outset. What is happening in the industry? Who will my competitors be and what are they doing? What is the demand like for my product or service? Knowing how and where to search for this information is vital to the success of a new venture.
Industry Overview: Coffee Shops and Coffee Manufacturing
coffee shop and coffee manufacturing industry overview This industry overview will discuss the latest statistics and trends for those interested in the coffee business.
Industry Overview: Online Retail
Online retail refers to the purchase of goods over the internet. Some retailers may operate both brick and mortar stores as well as offering an online retail service. Online retail can also include the sale of goods via online auction houses, or third party merchants who sell their products via sites such as Amazon and eBay. Online retail can also be referred to as ecommerce, internet shopping, online retail and electronic shopping.
Business Events BC - March 2019
Whether you're just getting started or are ready to grow your team, you should find something that meets your needs among this selection of free and low costs events for entrepreneurs and small business owners. We also recommend visiting smallbusinessbc.caand reviewing their full event calendar and seminar line up.
Business Events BC - February 2019
February is shaping up to be a great month for business events in BC. This is our selection of the best free and low cost events for anyone thinking of starting their own business or who has recently done so. We also recommend visiting smallbusinessbc.ca and reviewing their full event calendar and seminar line up.
7 Helpful Organizations for BC Entrepreneurs
Starting a small business is challenging and there is so much information out there it can be difficult to know where to start. These are our pick of key BC websites and organizations that provide the best tools, resources and events for entrepreneurs. All of our choices are deliberately budget friendly and the majority of them are free.
Business Events BC - January 2019
Happy New Year! If you are committed to getting your small business flourishing in 2019, this is a selection of free and low cost events happening in BC may be able to help you reach your goals. We also recommend visiting smallbusinessbc.ca and reviewing their full event calendar and seminar line up.
Industry Overview: Restaurants
This industry overview includes the latest statistics and trends for both full service and limited service restaurants.
Business Events BC - December 2018
The festive season is upon us but there are still plenty of small business events happening in BC in December. Whether you’re looking for help with business plans, marketing, finance or more, we’ve gathered a selection of free and low-cost business events for entrepreneurs and small business owners. We also recommend visiting smallbusinessbc.ca and reviewing their full event calendar and seminar line up.
Industry Overview: Bed and Breakfast
Bed and breakfast industry overview Bed and breakfasts are small inns that offer personal service, often in private homes, and include a breakfast in the room price. This post will provide those interested in the bed and breakfast industry information about current industry trends and challenges.