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24 August

This Is What Happens When You Don’t Have A Business Plan

  • Written by Farrah Khan
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This Is What Happens When You Don’t Have A Business Plan
Everybody knows that a business plan is one of the first steps to take when you are thinking of starting a small business. BUT…it’s not one of the things that people actually do.
Why?

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3 Reasons Your Small Business Startup Isn’t Going Well
23 August

3 Reasons Your Small Business Startup Isn’t Going Well

  • Written by Farrah Khan
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You had it all figured out, but along the way of setting your small business up, something went terribly wrong and now you are here readying the 3 reasons why your small business startup isn’t going well.
Well as an entrepreneur you’ve taken the right first step and tried to see why this is happening, instead of just giving up right away.
There could be …Read Full Article

09 August

How What We Do Helps You Start Your Business

  • Written by Farrah Khan
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If you are reading this article about what we do, most likely you are here for a reason.
That reason to start your small business.
Like many Canadians and entrepreneurial minded individuals, you have a dream to be your own boss.

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Small Business Startup Assessment Tool
14 July

Using The Small Business Startup Assessment Tool

  • Written by Ian Meyn
  • on Business Advice, Business Planning, Funding & Financing, Tools & Resources
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When it comes to starting your own small business in Canada most people don’t know where to begin.
There are hundreds of small business tools and resources available to assist you with the idea generation process, planning stages, funding search, startup and launch of your business. Which is all great, but what do you do with the information provided by those …Read Full Article

05 July

The 12 Recommended Investor Presentation Components

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  • on Business Advice, Business Planning, Funding & Financing
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So, you’ve decided that you are ready to conduct a business presentation in front of actual investors (not just family and friends). We’ll lets get you trained up so you don’t embarrass yourself.
The first thing you should know is that you should have access to the small business startup platform which we provide here at CanadaStartups. To get your …Read Full Article

04 July

Starting your own small business in Canada

  • Written by Farrah Khan
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Starting a new business can be quite exciting; however, without following the right steps, you may end up with a perfectly good business that cannot operate due to legal reasons. Read on to find out some of the important steps to follow in starting anew business.
Business idea
To start a business you need a business idea in the first …Read Full Article

Business Investor Presentation
30 May

Preparing a Business Presentation to Pitch to Potential Investors

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As an entrepreneur, you have to come up with a viable business idea and then demonstrate why other people (investors) should put their money in it. This is usually easier said than done.
Follow the tips below to prepare a winning pitch to potential investors.
Pick Investors


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Business Plan Mistakes to Avoid
10 April

Avoid Common Mistakes in Creating a Business Plan

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When starting a small business, a business plan plays a very important and critical role in ensuring success. Keeping your business plan up-to-date with these useful tips.
Has it been more than a year since you last updated your business plan? A lot can change in only one year, that’s why it is important to regularly update or redo your …Read Full Article

21 March

Business Plan for Starting a Small Business

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Starting a small business can be a tough thing to do. Writing a business plan can help entrepreneurs organize their thoughts and keep on track with the launch of the small business.
Staying organized while starting a small business
Staying organized while starting a small business is a crucial factor. A professional business plan can help entrepreneurs stay on top …Read Full Article

To buy or to start an existing business?
27 January

To buy or to start an existing business?

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To buy or not to buy, which is the better decision?
Starting your own business is often a dream for many entrepreneurs, but this dream can be very expensive and overwhelming. If you have a great business idea, and are ready to devote a lot of time and effort into building it from the ground up, then go for it. …Read Full Article

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