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Twitter celebrates our lack of originality for 8th birthday

First words, first child, first steps, first day of business, first dollar earned . . . firsts are supposed to be big and profound and memorable.  So when you have the opportunity to thoughtfully take a public first step think of how mind blowingly profound we would all be! A colleague of mine Dennis Pang of Motiv8Media posted a link to Twitter’s “Discover your first Tweet” today and based on

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Women in Business – Chris Pughe Mortgage Broker

1. What is the nature of your business? I am a mortgage consultant.  I make mortgage shopping easy. 2. What inspired you to start your business? I grew up in the financial services industry, so my experience dictated what I would one day be doing as a self-employed individual.  My clients’ needs inspired me to start my own business.  I became a sub-broker so that I could help as many

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New West Chamber Springtime Sizzle

Networking – some think it’s a necessary evil of doing business.  Personally I really enjoy it but I think the reason many dislike it is the events themselves can be such a slog. Last night Anne and I attended the New Westminster Chamber’s Springtime Sizzle hosted by Pacific Breeze Winery in New Westminster (yes there’s a winery in New West).  It was a great event.  Not only did both Anne

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Facebook advertising is the #1 way to get qualified leads into your marketing funnel

In the March 19 IYTChat, Kennett will walk you through your first campaign all the way to the sale. He will share with you techniques and strategies that target and attract your ideal customer, and get them to buy from you. You’ll discover how to set up your Facebook page for success, how to craft the perfect message and offer for your niche, and how to use advertisements target and

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Women in Business – Debbie Murphy Real Estate Agent

1. What is the nature of your business? I sell real-estate; but more importantly I help families and individuals attain goals and dreams for themselves and it still thrills me after 25 years each time that happens. 2. What inspired you to start your business? Survival initially.  I had a daughter to raise and needed a career that was flexible but still allowed me to earn a decent living depending

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Women in Business – Janice Martin of Magnum Consulting

1. What is the nature of your business? Straight Talk Coaching – Speaking – Sales Development – with a passion for working with independent businesses and entrepreneurs 2. What inspired you to start your business? After working for great companies throughout my career, I wanted to share what I had learned and implemented for others to use at different levels and areas of their lives and careers. 3. Do you

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Women in Business – Steph Wagner of Element Creatives

1. What is the nature of your business? I am in the business of ideas!  I help my clients market their businesses and promote their products and services with a creative edge.  The truth is, you don’t have to have a giant budget to have an effective marketing plan! I’ve also just opened up a collaborative workspace in Port Coquitlam, where entrepreneurs and freelancers alike can book a desk for

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Women in Business – Amanda Mungal – It’s Your Time

To kick off this series, Amanda Mungal our President has filled out the questionnaire. If you are a woman business owner or entrepreneur or know one who you think we should highlight have them contact us to be featured during International Women’s Month. 1. What is the nature of your business? We provide administrative support to businesses – as your on call office manager we offer full administrative solutions ranging

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Celebrating Women in Business

March is International Women’s Month and we are going to kick it off by celebrating the women we know in business.  If you know a super star woman in business let us know so we can feature her during the month. Check out this great site that lists famous Canadian Business Women and Entrepreneurs.  Do you have a favourite? Business in Vancouver is hosting the Influential Women in Business Awards

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IYTChat T4s and Tax Prep

Last night we held our first #IYTChat on T4s and Tax Prep. We thought it would be a great opportunity to provide free guidance on how to complete your T4s and what you need to prepare for filing your taxes (including some tips on how to save money on getting those taxes done. This is the time of year when we often get panicked calls from business owners and their

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