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In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Samantha King, owner of Fempire. Fempire aims to support females who want to BUILD their empire and grow. Stay tuned as Samantha discusses: scaling your business with online courses, how to attain the right audience through authority, and an exciting event opportunity! For more information about the "authority island" event and Fempire, please scroll down below.  Client Information: FEMPIRE BUILDERS Website: https://fempirebuilders.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fempirebuilders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fempire_builders Twitter: https://twitter.com/FempireBuilders Friend Zone to Authority Island Summit - August 17-19, 2021: https://authorityisland.idevaffiliate.com/134.html Youtube on using PowerPoint to record your online course:  https://youtu.be/jZ6mUjK_zD8 Free Guide - Using online courses to increase your income and reach your revenue goals by working smarter, not harder": https://fempirebuilders.com/pages/freeguide In Fempire's Course Makers, you will learn: - How to get clear on your ideal client, their journey and how you fit in - What you can teach (and it's not everything you have to offer) in a course setting⁠ - How you will deliver the course - both from the tech side and the educational best practices side⁠ - What your launch PLUS long-term sales and marketing plans are going to be for your new course⁠ - How to move your graduates to the next offering you have for them so they continue to work their way up your value ladder http://shop.fempirebuilders.com?aff=3 Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In the following episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Nicole Gibson, the Executive Director of the Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade (APBOT). Nicole talks about the importance of businesses coming together and supporting each other at this time, along with some of her own experiences that have lead her to broaden her perspective. For more information about Nicole and APBOT, please scroll down below.  BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Information: AJAX-PICKERING BOARD OF TRADE Phone: (905) 686-0883 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.apboardoftrade.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https://apboardoftrade.com/ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://apboardoftrade.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apboardoftrade/?hl=en Twitter: http://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Home&url=https://apboardoftrade.com/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Sheila Hall, the Executive Director at the Clarington Board of Trade (CBOT). Sheila talks about how successful the CBOT has been in helping businesses achieve their goals. Furthermore, she expands on the benefits of joining a board of trade and how Clarington/Durham Region has grown economically as a result of the CBOT! For more information about Sheila and the Clarington Board of Trade, please scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Information: CLARINGTON BOARD OF TRADE Website: https://www.cbot.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/claringtonboardoftrade LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/claringtonbot Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claringtonbot/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBOTinfo Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Marlene Marco, the founder of Heart of Networking Events. Marlene talks about how she has contributed to the success of several entrepreneurs in the community as a result of her networking services. Her ability to inspire and grow networks has lead her to earn the title of "Queen of Networking". Along with this organization, Marlene has also been able to take on a fashion business called Cabi! For more information about Marlene and her organization, Heart of Networking Events, please scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Information: HEART OF NETWORKING EVENTS Website (Heart of Networking): https://www.heartofnetworkingevents.com/ Website (Cabi): http://www.marlenemarco.cabionline.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heartofnetworkingevents/ LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/marlenemarco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartofnetworking/?hl=en Alignable: https://www.alignable.com/pickering-on/heart-of-networking-events Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham speaks to Angelique Benois, owner of Nurturing Our Wellbeing. Angelique discusses how she has helped individuals and workforces deal with selfcare/mental health during the pandemic. She also discusses her experience with the BACD's Starter Company Plus program and how it has helped her to gain new skills and overcome challenges. Lastly, Angelique gives an insight into her marketing and networking strategy! For more information about Angelique and her business, Nurturing Our Wellbeing, please scroll down below. BACD: https://bacd.ca/ Client Information: NURTURING YOUR WELLBEING Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.nurturingourwellbeing.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nurturingourwellbeing/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelique-benois-she-her-26194b120/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurturingourwellbeing/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpry0aGxOhxRXrp-kmuYJrw Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks about different techniques and tools you can use to make your business more successful and productive. Make sure to check out BACD today and subscribe for weekly episodes! BACD: www.bacd.ca Check out our blog for this episode: https://bacd.ca/goal-setting-business-planning-for-2021/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Orzala Quddusi, owner of Make it Happen Services. Orzala talks about common mistakes that business owners make when starting up social media platforms. She also gives advice on how to improve your social media on certain platforms. Lastly, Orzala discusses her own personal challenges as a business startup and how she over came them! For more information about Orzala and her business, Make it Happen Services, please scroll down below. Client Information: MAKE IT HAPPEN SERVICES Email: [email protected] Website: https://makeit-happen.online/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MakeItHappenServices LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orzalaquddusi/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/@makeithappenser Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makeithappenservices/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/orzalaquddusi/ Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Zoe Tsoraklidis, owner of TUCU (Tech U Can Use). Zoe talks about common cybersecurity mistakes businesses make, and how they can solve those issues. She also gives some insight into upcoming tech trends and some of her own marketing techniques! For more information about Zoe and her business, TUCU, please scroll down below. Client Information: TUCU (Tech U can Use) TUCU Blog: tucu.ca/blog Phone: (416)-292-3300 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TUCUtech Twitter: https://twitter.com/tucutech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tucu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TucuCa/videos Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks about the ways to increase your business's efficiency and lead it to expand in 7 different ways, which involve the growth of: Volume, Product, Quality, Network, Market, Income, Finances BACD: www.bacd.ca Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) References:  Keap. com - The Small Business Guide to Growth: 16 Tips on How to Expand a Small Business https://keap.com/business-success-blog/growth/planning-strategy/small-business-guide-to-growth Revuze.it - What is Product Innovation and why is it so important for brands? https://www.revuze.it/blog/what-is-product-innovation/ Sisense.com - Production Volume https://www.sisense.com/kpi-library/manufacturing-kpis/production-volume/#:~:text=Production%20volume%20measures%20the%20total,and%20focuses%20on%20total%20output. InvestingAnswers.com - Capital injection https://investinganswers.com/dictionary/c/capital-injection The Balance Small Business - How to Make your Small business into A Big Business https://www.thebalancesmb.com/top-ways-of-growing-your-business-2948140 Airfocus - Research & Development https://airfocus.com/glossary/what-is-research-and-development/

In this episode, Teresa Shaver from the Business Advisory Centre Durham talks to Ana Fernandes, Managing Director and Founder of Abrisuite. Ana and Teresa discuss the importance of technology in business, especially during the pandemic, as well as the importance of software integration. Ana also discusses cybersecurity and things to consider when looking at different security solutions. All in all, Abrisuite provides very reasonable prices for a range of businesses! For more information about Ana and Abrisuite, please scroll down below. Client Information: ABRISUITE Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbrisuiteCanada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abrisuite/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abrisuite LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abrisuite Phone (Whitby): 289-278-1510 Phone (Toronto):  416-628-0253 Phone (Elsewhere in Southern Ontario - Toll Free): 1-877-232-3923 Music: Cheery Monday Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Wholesome" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)