In response to the challenges and opportunities faced by
North Coast businesses in the past year, Community Futures is launching two web-to-coach
training programs to allow entrepreneurs to get the support they need to
succeed. These programs are composed of one-hour weekly live workshops designed to fit into
busy schedules. If participants complete a certain number of mandatory sessions in a specific program, they will gain access
to personalized business coaching.
The first program, Rethinking Business, gives
entrepreneurs a chance to change their business strategy to better fit the
rapidly changing business environment. Designed for businesses who are struggling,
this program involves walkthroughs of how to determine and pivot business
strategy. An introduction to using financial
statements as a tool will also be provided. Rethinking
Business will also offer a local perspective through a bonus session
featuring entrepreneurs in the Prince Rupert area who have successfully
transitioned their business model during the pandemic, facilitated by business
coach Bill Erichson.
The second program, Business Acceleration,
focuses on how to optimize your business operations through the use of
technology. Designed for businesses who are doing well and are in a position to
grow, Business Acceleration will walk participants through high-level
business planning with local entrepreneur Chris Armstrong and how to increase
sales with Shauna Harper from Livework Communications. The program will then
pivot towards digital marketing, with presentations on ecommerce, website
utilization, and social media marketing delivered through Julie Wang of Tiny
Planet Digital.
These programs are open to any
small to medium-sized businesses in Prince Rupert, Kitimat, Terrace, Haida
Gwaii, or surrounding regions. To learn more or sign up, visit
www.webtocoach.ca.
