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SUMMARY:Business Model Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Business Model Canvas with Community Futures North Okanagan.\n\n💡 Get hands-on with your business or business idea! 💡\n\nDo you have a business idea\, but don’t where to start? Want to improve your existing business model? Join our Business Services team for an engaging\, hands on\, and in-person workshop called the Business Model Canvas!\n\nDuring this three-hour long workshop\, you will create a one-page working document that addresses all nine key building blocks of what it takes to run your business effectively and efficiently. It addresses who your ideal clients are\, how you deliver value through your offerings\, how your business operates in the background\, and of course\, how you earn an income doing something you love.\n\nUsed across all industries\, the Business Model Canvas is a tool that gives you space to test your ideas\, validate your assumptions\, and identify which resources you will need to make your business a reality. In this workshop\, each participant will be given the time and space to work on their own business model canvas.\n\nPlease register via Eventbrite for this free workshop.
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LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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SUMMARY:Plug & Play Holiday Content Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Plug & Play Holiday Content Strategy\nAn Interactive Workshop for Small Business Week \nBlack Friday and Christmas are two of the biggest sales seasons of the year—but creating content that actually drives results can feel overwhelming. \nIn this 90-minute\, hands-on workshop\, join Business Coach Danielle and Marketing Expert Nikki as they help you: \n\nIdentify your top business goals for the next 8 weeks\nBuild a holiday sales strategy tailored to your business\nCreate a plug-and-play content calendar that takes you from October through Christmas\nWalk away with prompts\, post ideas\, and a clear plan to increase visibility\, engagement\, and sales this holiday season\n\nPerfect for small business owners who want a stress-free\, strategic approach to social media that actually ties back to their bottom line. \nThis workshop will take place on the 2nd floor in the BX Room. \nQuestions? Please reach out to Community Futures North Okanagan at info@futuresbc.com. \nYour Presenters: \n\nNikki Gillingham is a marketing expert who thrives on making marketing and social media approachable and stress-free for service providers and local businesses. \nShe’s been in the marketing and communications industry for 15 years\, and has spent more than half of that time growing and running her own marketing agency\, Blue Whale Communications. A pro at turning scattered content ideas into a clear\, manageable plan that supports business goals\, Nikki helps you build trust with your audience so you become the go-to expert in your industry and customers say ‘yes’ with ease. \n\n\n\nDanielle Guetter is a Business and Social Media Coach in Vernon\, BC who helps entrepreneurs cut through the overwhelm and get crystal clear on their goals\, so they can finally build the business (and life) they’ve been dreaming about. With a knack for turning big\, messy ideas into practical action plans\, Danielle empowers business owners to move forward with confidence\, courage\, and strategy that actually works. \nShe knows that running a business goes beyond sales and social media posts. The magic happens when you create a plan that supports your vision without burning you out! That’s why she loves guiding entrepreneurs through workshops like this one\, where you’ll walk away with clarity\, focus\, and a content calendar that connects your business goals to your marketing in a way that feels doable (and maybe even a little fun!) \n\n 
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/plug-play-holiday-content-strategy-2/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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SUMMARY:How to Avoid Getting Sued as an Employer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free workshop with Pamela Connolly\, CPHR from Nixon Wenger LLP\, where she’ll share essential insights on how to protect your business and foster a positive\, legally compliant workplace. \nNavigating employment law can be complex\, and a single misstep can lead to costly and time-consuming legal disputes. \nThis free workshop\, offered by Community Futures North Okanagan as part of Small Business Week\, is designed to help you proactively manage common workplace issues and reduce the risk of litigation. \nIn this practical session\, you’ll learn: \n\nKey ESA Entitlements You Can’t Afford to Miss: Get a clear understanding of fundamental employee rights under the Employment Standards Act (ESA) to ensure your practices are compliant.\n\n\nAccommodating Medical Needs: Learn the ins and outs of your duty to accommodate and how to effectively manage employee medical needs while respecting privacy and legal obligations.\n\n\nManaging Internal Conflict: Discover why and when it’s crucial to address internal disputes\, and how to handle them gracefully before they escalate into larger issues.\n\n\nSaying Goodbye with Grace: Master the art of respectful terminations. We’ll cover everything from preparing proper severance packages to understanding the expectations for employer conduct both during and after an employee’s departure.\n\nThis is a must-attend session for business owners and employers who want to confidently navigate the complexities of employment law and create a fair\, respectful\, and legally sound environment for their team. \nThis workshop will take place on the 2nd floor in the BX Room. \nQuestions? Please reach out to Community Futures North Okanagan at info@futuresbc.com.
URL:https://www.futuresbc.com/event/plug-play-holiday-content-strategy/
LOCATION:Community Futures North Okanagan\, 3105 33 Street\, Vernon\, BC V1T 9P7\, Vernon\, V1T 9P7\, CA
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