The Importance of Owning a Mistake In The Business World
Virtually every notable innovator has, at one point, talked of their failures. Their advice, from Richard Branson to the very late Thomas Edison, has been
Virtually every notable innovator has, at one point, talked of their failures. Their advice, from Richard Branson to the very late Thomas Edison, has been
Each stage of an entrepreneurial firm’s lifecycle presents unique funding challenges. Here’s a look at the capital requirements and demands of each stage. Seed At
The retail landscape is constantly in flux, driven by evolving consumer behaviours, technological advancements, and societal changes. As we navigate the 2020s, several key trends
Ellen Sparry has farming in her blood. It’s something the C&M Seeds’ General Manager says is a common trait among people in agriculture. It’s that
SEO agencies find themselves at a crossroads in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. These agencies face a significant paradigm shift with the gradual fading of
According to Business Insider, the process of gentrification is characterized by the destruction of old properties in a community to make way for newer ones.
For Eric Eaton—founder of Eaton Homes, a holistic approach to real estate is the only one that makes sense — particularly in this fragile market.
Mary Robinson is a prominent Canadian agricultural industry figure and a managing partner of Eric C. Robinson Inc. and Island Lime. She is involved in
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way we work and live. AI aims to replicate and bypass human intelligence by making machines perform tasks performed
When you think about a drone, you’re likely imagining an unmanned aerial vehicle, capturing stunning images or shocking acts of war. Bashir Khan wants to
Agriculture is an industry that feels like it hasn’t experienced much change over the decades. It’s as if farmers are impervious to time, simply going
Post-pandemic recovery, inflationary pressures, recession fears, supply chain bottlenecks, and geo-political issues are all topics that businesses will continue to face in 2023. With both
For Malik Williams, the sky is the limit; the 23-year-old baseball player has a wealth of achievements. Apart from being named among the most notable
When streaming was first introduced into mainstream, the excitement about an affordable and easily accessible way to access so much pop culture was met with
Many of us understand the plight women have faced throughout history. While those in most countries and cultures today have the right to vote, drive,
In today’s competitive business landscape, building a solid company culture is fundamental for attracting and retaining top talent, fostering employee engagement, and driving overall success.
Roya Rahmani’s story is one of inspiration – from growing up in war-torn Afghanistan, to making strides in her many diplomatic roles. She’s been an
You’ve been waiting for years for a brilliant business idea to come to you, but with no luck. Your creative muse seems to have gone
In 2019, the US Supreme Court denied a petition from Domino’s Pizza that clarified an answer the disabled had yet to receive: Title III of
Brittany Charlton founded Ohh! Foods with the mission of creating delicious nutrient-dense snacks that are free from the common allergens. Charlton has grown the business
“Sustainability is a political choice, not a technical one. It’s not a question of whether we can be sustainable, but whether we choose to be.”
For entrepreneur, author, Co-Founder & CEO of Business Brothers, Purdeep Sangha, coaching and consulting businessmen was a natural choice. From a very young age, seeing
Most people have gotten a taste of online grocery shopping during the pandemic. Shopify became a go-to platform because of its convenience, and it saw
Birgir Jónsson, the CEO of Play Airlines, brings extensive international management and operations expertise to his role. With a remarkable track record, he has held
Before the internet, the traditional avenues businesses took to communicate with potential clients were often limited to radio, television, and newspaper ads. Worse, they were
Entrepreneurs are always looking for ways to expand their business. Taking your business to the next level means exploring new ways to improve your business.
Take a tech-friendly trip down memory lane circa 2002: Napster filed for bankruptcy months before the Linkedin.com domain name was created. The minds at M.I.T.
The world is a big place. As a result of a global influx of opportunities, Canadian exporters have intriguing options that range from across the
Staring at the sky isn’t a pastime restricted to daydreamers, even the rich stargaze while they contemplate life and its mysteries. The difference being that,
The COVID-19 pandemic rattled the foundations of society—and to cope, many touted the phrase, “We’re all in this together.” The pandemic was considered some non-discriminatory
Being a chef is an exciting career. It’s fast-paced, creative, loud and can cause even the most accomplished to break a sweat and get buried
These are some of the entry-level IT programs for people who want to venture into the IT field by acquiring the required basic skills in
Today’s influencers significantly promote brands and products to their followers — or a loyal and engaged audience—by leveraging their credibility, expertise, and influence to encourage
Forrest Tuff is the CEO and Founder of One Vision Productions based in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 2004, One Vision Productions specializes in media and production, as
Not everyone can be a master at digital marketing. But understanding it and recognizing mistakes can go a long way when running your business. Get
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies refer to an organization’s focus on achieving goals related to climate change, socio-economic causes, and corporate behaviour. While pursuit
Breaking barriers in the music industry isn’t easy, particularly for young women. A recent study by Annenberg Inclusion Initiative at the University of California found that women’s
Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg famously once said, “Move fast and break things,” in 2009. As we all know, much has changed since then. Even Meta, the
Since March of 2020, the lives of most North Americans have drastically changed. It started with panic-buying toilet paper and has transformed into the mass
Like Lebron James in 2010/1, Ignacio Tartavull took his talents to South Beach. Tartavull is the CEO of Tiny Mile, a Toronto-based tech company that
A good customer experience used to mean finding what you needed at a fair price in a store, and buying it from a competent and
Innovative companies are game changers; they are constantly pushing the limits by trying bright ideas and offering new products and services. They also change the
At Zindi, it’s all about harnessing the power of data for social good. Celina Lee, founder, and CEO of Zindi, once worked in a corporate
Growing a company beyond Canada’s borders is a goal for many business owners and entrepreneurs. Whether you’re considering expanding your operations into new markets or
The purpose of life insurance is to serve as a financial protection tool for your loved ones in the event of your death. There are
Wesley J Hall has established an exceptional reputation through outstanding accomplishments in the business community, in corporate governance, and in handling strategic transaction . In
The business world moves fast. One week, a company is the crowning jewel of its industry and the next it’s falling from grace, seemingly hitting
It’s impossible to get to the top – or anywhere else for that matter – without listening to suggestions or advice. When you’re put in
Millennials simply aren’t purchasing homes at the same rate as previous generations, and it’s not difficult to imagine why. Mortgage rates are at an all-time
With the pandemic almost over, employees still face the harsh reality of rolling layoffs. Recently, some of the biggest tech companies in Silicon Valley announced radical layoffs.
Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg famously once said, “Move fast and break things,” in 2009. As we all know, much has changed since then. Even Meta, the
Canada may enter a recession soon. The quick, steep rise of inflation is something that hasn’t been seen since 1981. We aren’t the only ones
For Sam Oosterhoff, growing up on the family farm meant no job was too big or too small. It meant knowing what was required, jumping
On a summer night, a few weeks after college graduation, a group of upper-middle-class friends gathered for a small get-together. One of them uttered, “We’ll
If you enjoy immersing yourself in a good story or have aspired to become a fiction writer, then you need to know about Wattpad —
According to the United Nations data, around 70 billion land animals are slaughtered each year for food. Most of these animals are raised and killed in
In the aftermath of the George Floyd murder in 2020, Stephen Dorsey found himself at the centre of the discourse around racial inequality in Canada
Susan Sun works with Right At Home Realty Inc., helping everyone from renters and first-time home buyers to those selling or finally buying their dream
Just two decades previously, virtual reality was a thing of science fiction. Some of the most laughably bad pop culture of the ‘90s speculated on
Beri Meric describes IVY, the business networking organization he founded, as “a community that is designed to enable all of its participants to truly bring
When The Honourable David C. Onley took his position as Lieutenant Governor of Ontario in 2007, it was a significant moment for Canadians and especially
Paulina Cameron is CEO of The Forum, a Canadian charity that educates and mentors women-identifying entrepreneurs. At the heart of Cameron’s success is collaboration and
With the advent of global warming, increased drought, heat waves, and rising sea levels, climate change is on everybody’s mind. Climate change conferences like the
Chandra Dhandapani has held a lot of titles since joining CBRE in 2016 to lead the corporation’s digital strategy and handle the technological aspects of
James Bateman has had a unique path — he worked in his family carpentry business for 9 years, went back to school to pursue his
The Big Data & AI Conference at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre brought several start-ups, speakers, and presenters this October, to discuss game-changing innovations and
The Poet Laureate of Ontario title was created in memory of the iconic poet and The Tragically Hip front man, Gord Downie. Poet laureates raise
On his podcast The Dana Gould Hour, the comedian noted that the word “podcast” has outlasted the technology for which it was named. iPods went
Cookin is a newly launched, homemade food delivery marketplace by long-time friends and business partners Morley Ivers and Michael Baruch. The platform allows emerging and
Laurin Liu was elected at 20 years old to Parliament in 2011, the youngest member at the time. In her four-year term, she proposed and
Canadian runner Andre De Grasse ran his first race in high school. He impressed former Olympian Tony Sharpe so much that he decided to mentor
Millennials worldwide have suffered greatly due to the COVID-19 crisis, which has exacerbated an already competitive job landscape and stifled the economic growth that many
Marcela Mandeville is dedicated to helping women succeed in every aspect of business. After first joining Alberta Women’s Entrepreneurs in 2008, she left to start
When it comes to being productive, most of us probably wish we could step it up a notch or two. But those who successfully accomplish
Black Owned Toronto started as an Instagram directory to showcase Black-owned businesses after Kerin John made a New Year’s resolution in 2020 to support her
Like many entrepreneurs and change-makers, Nelly Cheboi first looked within her community. Growing up in rural Kenya, Cheboi was acutely aware of the ways in
It’s difficult to know whether or not cryptocurrency will be the future of the global economy because of its complex nature and its association with
Photo courtesy of Jennifer Oraka. When Amoye Henry and Adeela Carter, founders of Pitch Better, would travel to the U.S. for business events, they would
Founding and operating a start-up is far from an easy endeavor, even in the most stable of conditions. Yes, many start-ups are founded every year,
Photo courtesy of Anshul Ruparell. In a world where technological advancements are pervasive in many businesses, it’s shocking that the real estate industry still lags
Photo courtesy of Scott McGillivray. Scott McGillivray has achieved incredible success as a real estate investor and has imparted his knowledge to help scores of
Photo courtesy of Reetu Gupta. Reetu Gupta wears several hats professionally. She’s the president and co-chair of The Gupta Family Foundation, co-founder and chief strategy
Photo courtesy of David Osborne. David Osborne, a seasoned software and tech-enabled services leader, is passionate about helping organizations successfully integrate, operationalize, and scale. He
Photo courtesy of Giullian Yao Gioiello. Forbes Magazine’s 30 Under 30, Time Magazine’s 30 Under 30 World Changers, and Entrepreneur Magazine’s Young Millionaires are just
Photo courtesy of Priya Chopra. The push for more diversity in the workplace began long before the events of 2020. When companies began fore-fronting diversity,
At its core, the basics of marketing remain the same: drive traffic and consumer interest. Basically, the goal is the same, but it’s the steps
Photo courtesy of Desirée Bombenon. As the CEO of SureCall, a leading business optimization company and contact centre, Desirée Bombenon is continuing to innovate and
Caption: Jeff Hart (left) and Jacques Bernier (right). Photo courtesy of Dave Gordon. The next technological breakthrough in mitigating the climate change crisis may very
Photo courtesy of Karen Richards To hear Sun Life’s Karen Richards tell it, banking is about people. From the teams she leads to the communities
Photo courtesy of Jeffery Bodset. Julie Angus is passionate about many different things, including entrepreneurship, cleantech, and the presence of more women in STEM. She’s
Photo courtesy of Erica Daniels. A multi-award-winning documentarian, producer, director, and founder of Kejic Productions, Erica Daniels is a Cree/Ojibway entrepreneur with a passion for
Photo courtesy of Tracy Bean. With a quarter-century working at IBM, Tracy Bean has played a key role in the exponential growth of the digital
Photo courtesy of Tammy Heermann. Tammy Heermann’s expertise, gained through over 20 years of work in gender diversity and leadership development aimed specifically at women,
Nicola Harris is the co-executive director of the Afro Caribbean Business Network (ACBN), a community organizer, and the co-founder of The Centre for Strategic Impact.
Photo courtesy of Denise Lee Yohn. Denise Lee Yohn has cracked the code on achieving brand leadership. An in-demand keynote speaker, best-selling author, and brand
Photo courtesy of Kayla Rocca. Self-made businesswoman Dr. Ann Kaplan is proof positive that yes, you can have it all and do it all if
February is Black History Month, which is a time to lift up and celebrate Black writers and thinkers of the past and present. Culture would
In the land of ice and snow, there is an almost mythical creature—the sleek, one-horned narwhal. In the world of business, a narwhal is the
Photo courtesy of Getty Images. It’s no wonder that Jacinda Ardern, the Prime Minister of New Zealand, is the leader that everybody wants. In the
In finance, diversification is the process of investing and distributing your company’s finances in ways that will maximize their return and increase their efficiency. In
With the pandemic moving into the rear-view mirror, and businesses reflecting on the skills and experience they have gained in the last 24 months, it’s
Photo courtesy of Suraj K. Gupta. While pursuing his MBA at Columbia University, Suraj K. Gupta witnessed many founding teams, especially ones headed by women
It has been a year since COVID-19 hit globally and completely changed the world as we know it. But is a pandemic something one can
Dana Canedy knows what it means to be an agent of change. As a journalist, she rose to the top of her field, reaching the
Born in Egypt to an Indian father and a Czech mother, Gautam Nath has travelled to/lived in over 25 countries. In Canada, he sat on
Accountant-turned-health and fitness expert and professional Eating Psychology practitioner, Nadine Dumas has made a name for herself internationally with her nutrition and fitness regime. From
With a surprising start on a farm without electricity, you wouldn’t have expected BC’s Ryan Holmes to grow into a successful tech entrepreneur. But the
When it comes to marketing, there are many theories that simply don’t apply to the real world. It’s not entirely clear how the concept of
Your market may not know just how much it needs your business. Supercharging your market makes it hyper-aware of your business, its core products, its
Here is a list of nonfiction books that played a significant role in shaping Barack Obama’s character: The Souls of Black Folk by Web Du
“Believe in something, even if it means sacrificing everything.” An intriguing tagline for Nike’s bold ad campaign featuring the controversial Colin Kaepernick. From being blackballed
Planning to retire? Just bought a new home? Need to start thinking about investing wisely? It may be time to hire a financial advisor. Here’s
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CEO, author, and accomplished concert pianist: these are just a few titles Marcia Nozick has on her resume. She’s a founding member and CEO of
If you want to get rich – or at least live comfortably – you need to make your money work for you. While stuffing your
Have you ever felt underappreciated at work? Odds are you’re not alone: according to a study by Clear Review, lack of appreciation is the
Stormy Wellington has been called the “Queen of MLM [multi-level marketing]”, a self-made success story whose ambition and determination helped transform her from a
Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking Thinking back to our school years, most of us can remember a time when we had to do
There’s no escaping competition when it comes to owning and operating a small or medium-sized business. You’re constantly facing a barrage of rivals who
Afailure is not always a mistake, it may simple be the best one can do under the circumstances. The real mistake is to stop
Author and minister for over 40 years, Reverend Charles Swan reminisces on what inspires him and how he continues to serve after so many years.
The scientific research and experimental development program, or SR&ED, is a Canadian tax incentive program that offers businesses working in research and development the
In Death of a Salesman, the classic play by Arthur Miller, the story centres on Willy Loman, family breadwinner and failing salesman. His character
Retired British middle-distance runner and decorated Olympian Dame Kelly Holmes was a two-time gold medal winner (in the 800-metre and 1500-metre events) at the
As of October 17, 2018, recreational use of cannabis will be legal in Canada, apart from minor regulations similar to laws governing alcohol consumption. With
As a leader, you want to inspire your employees, customers, and the world with your vision. Managing people and situations and making decisions effectively
One of the top 2018 predictions has come true. Not impeachment or the fall of Bitcoin, but the rise of Apple to a market
We all could learn a thing or two from Roxane Gay. She’s an outspoken, queer-black-female-fat activist and author of several best-sellers, including Difficult Women,
Setting up a charity makes good business sense. While many business owners and entrepreneurs often make charitable contributions throughout the year, setting up your
Hijacking is a term typically used to describe a vehicle or organization that’s been taken over, but the possibility of the human mind being
Silas Adekunle is living the entrepreneur’s dream. He started his own company while he was in his 20s, raised millions in funding, and made
As a busy and successful entrepreneur, there are times when you must give presentations, even if you secretly hate them. In nature, all eyes
James Malinchak is a successful motivational speaker, business coach, and author, and was featured on the ABC reality TV show, Secret Millionaire. The “Big
Taking your business to the next level is the dream for many entrepreneurs and business owners. You’ve done the work to establish yourself in
When you’re running a small business, negative online reviews can be detrimental, especially in the beginning. According to a survey conducted by BrightLocal, more
Deena Varshavskaya is the founder and CEO of Wanelo, an online database where individuals can shop from a variety of stores, much like a
“Excellence is an art won by training and habituation. We do not act rightly because we have virtue or excellence, but we rather have
Under Linda L. Franco’s leadership, a small and risky idea grew and developed to become an international sensation. It all began when fashion student
Consultants sometimes have a bad reputation with management experts, and often face criticism regarding the cost of a few weeks of work (sometimes in
Popular sci-fi TV shows like HBO’s Westworld and Netflix’s Altered Carbon explore ideas of what it means to be human in a world of
You want it all – the success, the income, the sales, the growth, the know-how. How you get there is another story; you can