Are you a woman-led business that has found a way to thrive in the face of COVD-19? Keep an eye out on the BMO website for an exciting new grant program, launching July 20. Ten women owned businesses will each receive a $10,000 grant Applicants must meet all eligibility criteria in order to apply for […]
How to be a Successful Exporter
Do you have what it takes to make it in the export business? Do you know what it takes to be successful as an exporter? The Trade Commissioner Service has released a brief summary and infographic. For more details, see their website. […]
Norfolk County Mother’s Day Deals
Traditionally, Mother’s Day is supposed to mean mom doesn’t cook or clean, but does get lavished with lovely gifts from her children. In reality, it often means visiting multiple households in attempt to make sure all of the mother figures in your life feel loved and appreciated. This year, the visiting won’t be happening. That […]
#FeedinTheFolkFriday – May 1, 2020
Here it is – the May 1, 2020 edition of #FeedinTheFolkFriday Schofields Bistro is back up and running – hooray! Stay tuned for their Mother’s day menu. (Hint – Mother’s Day is next weekend!) The Combine (Simcoe) F-Bomb Friday is just about […]
Get Ready for #FeedinTheFolkFridays
Last week, we launched #FeedinTheFolkFriday Our aim is to give the fine folks of Norfolk County a single space to find all of their favourite restaurants and their take away options. Want to participate? Excellent – we are glad to have you on board! Simply email Melanie with as much of the following […]
Easy and Inexpensive Resources To Help Businesses Work Remotely – Office Edition
It’s great to say everyone should have a plan to be able to work remotely in the event of a massive disruption; it’s quite another for small businesses to actually have had the time to do so. We have compiled a quick and inexpensive list to help you gear up to keep your business running […]
20 Questions for 2020
Norfolk employers are being urged to answer 20 questions for 2020 about their workforce needs and challenges. […]
Five Networking Secrets From a Professional Spy
5 Networking Secrets From A Professional Spy Five tradecraft techniques, learned as a Private Investigator that, used in good faith, might just help you land the next big client…and maybe even gain a lifelong friend. Source: https://www.fastcompany.com/3036637/hit-the-ground-running/5-networking-secrets-from-a-professional-spy […]
Three Reasons why an Entrepreneur needs a Coach
Weekly Social Media Content 3 Reasons Why Every Entrepreneur Needs a Coach Business coaches and mentors can provide layers of value to the small business owner. By helping spot your weak points, give objective outside counsel, and hold you accountable to your goals. Source: https://www.inc.com/clate-mask/why-every-entrepreneur-needs-a-coach.html […]
Five Mistakes You’re making on your Website
Your website is your company’s virtual storefront, but poor information architecture and content strategy can turn clients away. Here are five mistakes you might be making on your website, and how to fix them. Source: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/small-business/sb-marketing/five-mistakes-youre-making-on-your-website/article31983047/ […]