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SUMMARY:Validating Your Business Concept: Cash Flow Meets Startup Canvas (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:For entrepreneurs at the idea stage of starting their business\n\n\nAbout this workshop: \nDo you have a great idea\, but aren’t sure if it could become a great business? \nThis interactive 75-minute session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to explore whether their idea has the potential to become a successful venture. Whether you’re at the very beginning of your entrepreneurial journey or re-evaluating an existing concept\, this webinar will help you take a critical first step. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nAssessing Your Business Idea: Learn how to evaluate your idea through key questions that entrepreneurs should ask before launching. We’ll discuss factors such as customer needs\, value proposition\, market fit\, and feasibility.\nIntroduction to the Lean Startup Canvas: You’ll be introduced to the Lean Startup Canvas – a powerful\, one-page tool designed to help you visually map out the key components of your business model. We’ll guide you through each section\, helping you start validating your idea right away.\nUnderstanding Basic Cash Flow: Finances are critical\, especially in the early stages of a business. We’ll walk you through a simple cash flow projection tool to help you understand your potential income\, expenses\, and financial runway. cash flow template will be provided to all attendees for ongoing use.\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nIndividuals with a new business idea they’d like to explore\nEarly-stage entrepreneurs seeking validation tools\nAnyone considering self-employment or launching a small business\n\nWhat You’ll Leave With: \n\nA solid understanding of what makes an idea viable\nA draft version of your Lean Startup Canvas\nA cash flow worksheet tailored to small businesses\nGreater confidence in deciding whether to move forward\n\nNote: All attendees will be receiving a copy of the lean startup canvas & cash flow worksheet (with formulas pre-saved) live through chat during the session. \n \nAbout the speaker: \nPaula Hopkins is a passionate entrepreneurship advocate. She is the Director of the Entrepreneurship Team\, and has worked with Invest Ottawa for over 10 years to help people start and grow their businesses. \n \n*Please note that you will receive an email with the link to join this webinar upon registering and before the session. If you do not receive it\, please check your junk mailbox.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/validating-your-business-concept-cash-flow-meets-startup-canvas-virtual-15/
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SUMMARY:(Webinar) Learn your Obligations – CRA Tax Session T1 Rental
DESCRIPTION:This free session invites individuals who are owners of rental operations or thinking of starting a rental operation.\n\n\nDuring this session\, a Liaison Officer will:\n\nAnswer questions about your rental operations;\nExplain common rental errors;\nProvide information on various tools and services offered by the CRA;\nExplain general bookkeeping concepts and best practices.\n\nTo learn more about the Liaison Officer Service\, visit: canada.ca/cra-liaison-officer.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/webinar-learn-your-obligations-cra-tax-session-t1-rental/
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SUMMARY:E-Commerce Holiday Series: Organic Customer Acquisition
DESCRIPTION:Organic strategies to help small businesses attract more holiday shoppers in today's fast-paced online market.\n\n\nThis workshop is Part 1 of our E-Commerce Holiday Readiness Series. \nAbout the workshop: \nThe holiday season is the busiest shopping time of the year\, and it’s your chance to get your online store in front of more customers. The key is being ready before the rush begins. \nBuilding on our ‘Intro to E-Commerce: From Idea to First Sale in Ten Steps’ session\, this workshop is part of our E-Commerce Holiday Series and focuses on the first pillar of e-commerce growth: acquisition. You’ll learn how to attract the right holiday shoppers to your store using organic\, low-cost strategies tailored for small businesses\, so you can grow your audience without relying on a big ad budget. \nWe’ll explore how to get your store discovered during the holiday season\, connect with shoppers who are actively looking for gifts and deals\, and build momentum that lasts well beyond the holiday season. \nWhether you’re preparing for your first holiday season or looking to make this one your best yet\, this workshop will equip you with practical\, actionable insights to help you reach more customers\, strengthen your brand and make the most of the busiest time of the year. \nAbout the presenter: Celine brings a unique perspective to supporting entrepreneurs. She first joined the Invest Ottawa as an entrepreneur before spending 4+ years advising entrepreneurs here too! She also comes from 4+ years at Shopify and now Square\, where she partners directly with businesses on sales\, payments\, e-com\, and growth. \nWith experience spanning entrepreneurship\, advisory\, sales\, and commerce technology\, Celine helps founders turn ideas into actionable plans\, better understand their customers\, strengthen their sales strategy\, and make confident decisions as they launch and scale. \n*Please note that you will receive an email with the link to join this webinar upon registering and before the session. If you do not receive it\, please check your junk mailbox.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/e-commerce-201-mastering-3-pillars-acquisition-conversion-retention-8/
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SUMMARY:Validating Your Business Concept:Cash Flow Meets Startup Canvas (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:For entrepreneurs at the idea stage of starting their business\n\n\nNote: This event page is for the in-person option of our hybrid model.\nCheck out our virtual option here.\n \nDo you have a great idea\, but aren’t sure if it could become a great business? \nThis interactive 75-minute session is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to explore whether their idea has the potential to become a successful venture. Whether you’re at the very beginning of your entrepreneurial journey or re-evaluating an existing concept\, this webinar will help you take a critical first step. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nAssessing Your Business Idea: Learn how to evaluate your idea through key questions that entrepreneurs should ask before launching. We’ll discuss factors such as customer needs\, value proposition\, market fit\, and feasibility.\nIntroduction to the Lean Startup Canvas: You’ll be introduced to the Lean Startup Canvas – a powerful\, one-page tool designed to help you visually map out the key components of your business model. We’ll guide you through each section\, helping you start validating your idea right away.\nUnderstanding Basic Cash Flow: Finances are critical\, especially in the early stages of a business. We’ll walk you through a simple cash flow projection tool to help you understand your potential income\, expenses\, and financial runway. cash flow template will be provided to all attendees for ongoing use.\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nIndividuals with a new business idea they’d like to explore\nEarly-stage entrepreneurs seeking validation tools\nAnyone considering self-employment or launching a small business\n\nWhat You’ll Leave With: \n\nA solid understanding of what makes an idea viable\nA draft version of your Lean Startup Canvas\nA cash flow worksheet tailored to small businesses\nGreater confidence in deciding whether to move forward\n\nNote: All attendees will be receiving a copy of the lean startup canvas & cash flow worksheet (with formulas pre-saved) live through chat during the session. \n \nAbout the speaker: \nPaula Hopkins is a passionate entrepreneurship advocate. She is the Director of the Entrepreneurship Team\, and has worked with Invest Ottawa for over 10 years to help people start and grow their businesses.
URL:https://enterprisecentre.ca/events/validating-your-business-conceptcash-flow-meets-startup-canvas-in-person-5/
LOCATION:Invest Ottawa\, 7 Bayview Station Road\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1Y 2C5\, Canada
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