Filing your small business’ taxes with the Canada Revenue Agency is something all entrepreneurs worry about in some form. Maybe you’re worried about your business’ tax filing deadlines, or you’re not sure what you can claim. And you’re doing your best! But what happens if you make an honest mistake with your taxes? What if ..read more

Many Canadian entrepreneurs tell us that standing out from their competitors is one of their main concerns. Here are 3 tips to help your small business stand out from the competition. 1) Get specific with your niche Understanding your business’ overall industry is important, since it’s home to many factors that can influence your business ..read more

If you decide buying an existing business is the best option for you, how are you going to find the very best business that’s for sale? The “Business Opportunities” section in the classifieds section of our local paper is where many people start, but you might not find what you’re looking for there. The good ..read more

You’re starting a small business so that you can exchange a product or service you create with a customer who wants what you’re selling – you’re exchanging value with one another. But creating value is really the essence of business. Sometimes it’s easy to lose sight of what “value” really means to us or to ..read more

Starting a small business is an exciting prospect, and something that many Canadians dream of doing. You have a great idea, but are you actually ready for all that goes into entrepreneurship? We’re here to help! We’ve created a free self-assessment package that you can use to help you identify the areas where you’re good ..read more

With the oldest members of Generation Z being born in the mid-late nineties, they’re a generation every business should pay attention to – even if you’re a Gen Z entrepreneur yourself! According to Statistics Canada, Gen Z has overtaken Gen X in terms of generational size. As the younger members grow out of teenagehood and ..read more

Auditions for season 19 of Dragons’ Den will kick off February 2024! Virtual and in-person auditions will be held in a few select, major cities. Check out their website for more information about the chance to pitch your small business idea to the Dragons.   Good luck! The post How to audition for season 19 of Dragons’ Den appeared first on GoForth Institute Blog | Canadian Entrepreneur Training ..read more

Starting a new business can involve building a team of capable people who complement your strengths and skill set. Venture capitalists fund teams, not business plans, as they know these plans can change every day as market conditions change and new opportunities present themselves. They’re looking for a solid team to make these adjustments and… The post How do you build a strong team in your business? appeared first on GoForth Institute Blog | Canadian Entrepreneur Training ..read more

Many entrepreneurs run home-based businesses. This sort of business has several upsides, including greater schedule flexibility, no dress code, potential savings on expenses such as childcare, and availability of tax deductions. And with the prevalence of online productivity and collaboration tools, running a business from home is easier than ever. Sounds great, right? If you think… The post 53 small businesses you can start from home appeared first on GoForth Institute Blog | Canadian Entrepreneur Training ..read more

If you’re like many Canadians, you might have decided to finally start a small business in 2024. Exciting! But wait a minute. There are lots of very important things to figure out beforehand. Here are some questions that, in our years of educating entrepreneurs, we’ve identified as 13 of the most important ones prospective entrepreneurs… The post Are you ready to start a small business this year? appeared first on GoForth Institute Blog | Canadian Entrepreneur Training ..read more