Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs: Recent Episodes
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Is it possible to be an entrepreneur and have serenity?
Successful business owners challenge the idea that these two entities cannot co-exist with lively discussions of real-life business woes, their secrets to success, and where they land on the path to finding serenity in both their business and personal lives!
Who are the voices in the podcast? A group of business owners with diverse skill sets coming together to share stories of starting their businesses, as well as their successes and challenges, all in hopes of imparting knowledge and inspiration, and a chance to feel connected with others.
Our podcast features a panel of six, charismatic women: an accountant, a lawyer, two grant specialists (tax credits and government grants), a risk and finance consultant, and a marketing expert.
Our virtual fireside-chat style is casual, yet informative, while we address a wide range of topics and questions from entrepreneurs who don’t know where to turn to for direction.
Drawing from our real-world experiences in the often daunting world of entrepreneurship, we provide resources and advice for business owners. Whether you are in the early planning stages, you run a well-established business or you are looking to expand your operation, we can provide you with the guidance to thrive in these ever-changing times.
Our podcast is a forum to give back and help our community of amazing entrepreneurs while we aspire to achieve the elusive notion of “Serenity Now”.
The latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs delivers strategic insights on Web3, blockchain, and NFTs through practical business applications. The Serenity Sisters systematically break down smart contracts, tokenization, and decentralized data ownership, translating technical concepts into actionable intelligence.The episode features compelling case studies, including the implementation of smart contracts that reduced billing operations by 0.7 FTE while enhancing the client experience. The discussion examines NFT-based loyalty programs, cryptocurrency payment infrastructure, and operational efficiency improvements through real-world examples.The Serenity Sisters address security protocols, environmental sustainability, and regulatory positioning within the Canadian market. Their analysis strikes a balance between technological opportunity and risk assessment, offering measured perspectives on adoption strategies.A topic that can be overwhelming, this is essential listening for entrepreneurs evaluating Web3 integration, understanding competitive positioning in evolving digital markets, or developing technology adoption strategies for sustainable growth.As we wrap up our interviews for the summer, the conversations continue. Join us weekly for conversations around entrepreneurship and more at @serenitynowforentrepreneurs. Thanks for being part of our community.
"I will crush you with my negotiation" is the OLD way of doing business.The Serenity Sisters discuss a better approach, and it's transforming how entrepreneurs handle deals.In the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, the Serenity Sisters tackle the art of negotiation with insights from Stanford Business School research that will change your approach forever.What you'll discover in this episode:* Why the most successful negotiations are actually collaborative problem-solving exercises * The exact definition of a true win-win (hint: both parties should feel a little disappointed!) * How packaging your requests together creates better outcomes than negotiating piece by piece * The #1 technique that makes people more likely to say "yes" to your asks
As Rita Kim shares in the episode, "There's always a way to figure out a win-win. Always."Stop dreading negotiations and start using them to build long-term business relationships that last decades. Our hosts share real examples of clients they've retained for 25+ years through fair negotiation practices.Listen now and bring some Serenity to your next business deal!Click below.
On the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, the Serenity Sisters examine how one of entertainment's biggest franchises can inspire entrepreneurs of all sizes. They break down how Star Wars revolutionized business by carving out a unique niche in the sci-fi genre when drama films dominated the landscape. What can your business learn from the force? Start with rock-solid storytelling as your foundation. The Sisters highlight how Star Wars' exceptional narrative structure is still taught in film writing classes today, proving that product quality must come first. Then, think differently about your market approach. Star Wars pioneered the summer blockbuster concept when conventional wisdom said holiday releases were the only path to success. They continuously pivoted and expanded their franchise, revolutionizing the toy industry through character merchandising that created entirely new revenue streams. Did you know the original screening received no applause, and George Lucas had to use his own money when funding ran out? The sisters remind us that entrepreneurship requires passion, calculated risk-taking, and persistence even when nobody applauds your vision. Tune in to this unique episode from the Serenity Sisters for more insights on building an empire from humble beginnings, no matter what galaxy your business calls home.
"We're creating little micro markets and it's not serving us anymore." - A frank conversation about Canada's interprovincial trade barriers that could unlock billions in economic growth.In the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, hosts Candace and Peggy dive into a timely discussion about interprovincial trade barriers in Canada. While these barriers rarely make headlines, they're costing our economy billions and limiting Canadian businesses' potential scale.Key insights from the conversation:* Canada's provincial autonomy has created a patchwork of trade restrictions between provinces * Despite having a population similar to California, we've fragmented our domestic market * From professional services (like CPAs) to products (like wine), these barriers limit mobility and growth * Recent international trade tensions are forcing Canadians to look inward at our own economic structure
As the hosts note, they're not experts but everyday entrepreneurs raising important questions: Should we protect businesses that might otherwise fail? Could removing interprovincial barriers help Canada become more self-reliant and innovative?Listen to this thought-provoking episode that challenges us to reconsider how Canada's internal trade policies impact entrepreneurs coast to coast. As Candace says, "Maybe it takes Canadians to think differently and to ask that question for these things to change."
"Five years of patience, 90 days of listening, and 10 years of success."Josh Rottenberg's journey from corporate executive to business owner offers invaluable lessons for anyone considering buying an established business.In this intriguing episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, Josh shares how he waited five years to find the right business, then spent his first three months doing "nothing" but asking questions and observing—a strategy that proved remarkably effective.Josh reveals his practical criteria for acquisition (including his memorable "one bridge" rule for commuting), discusses how firing two employees established his leadership, and shares his biggest mistake: over-relying on engineers for product development.His "happy, humble, hungry" framework for evaluating talent and his advice on due diligence are worth their weight in gold for prospective business buyers.Whether you're considering buying a business or leading through a transition, this episode offers honest insights from someone who's successfully navigated the journey.
In long-term care homes owned by private equity firms, there's a 50% increased likelihood of patient sedation alongside higher mortality rates and costs. Yikes!This eye-opening episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs features Rachel Wasserman, whose background in law, investment banking, and M&A gives her unique insight into how private equity operates and impacts our communities.What makes this conversation essential listening:* Learn how PE firms use leveraged buyouts that saddle businesses with crushing debt * Discover which industries are being rapidly consolidated (dental practices, vet clinics, daycares, and more) * Understand how your Canadian pension funds are heavily invested in PE firms * Explore alternatives like Employee Ownership Trusts for business owners considering exits
As Rachel points out: "Who owns our companies, who owns our economic engines matters for our country, for our economy." Who owns the businesses you are spending your money with? Entrepreneurs, consumers, and professionals —this affects us all. Awareness is the first step toward better choices.Don't miss the latest episode.
The middle of a marathon is where dreams go to die. Startups are exactly the same.Serial entrepreneur Craig Martin has launched 6 tech startups over two decades, and his candid insights on the recent Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs podcast are pure gold for founders.While everyone loves the excitement of launch day, Craig reveals the often-overlooked fundamentals that determine whether you'll make it to the finish line:* The first call you make matters: Most founders race to product development, but Craig insists your first two calls should be to a corporate lawyer and accountant. The structure you choose on day one determines your freedom years later. * The unconventional funding roadmap: Before approaching VCs, Craig leveraged creative grant programs that required zero equity dilution to fund his MVPs. Only then did he approach larger investors with proof of concept. * The question that saved his companies was, "What's your number?" Craig asked every potential co-founder for their specific selling price before partnering. This "philosophical alignment" prevented countless founder disputes when acquisition offers arrived. * The silent saboteur: "People go crazy when there's money on the table." Craig's most valuable advice? Keep potential acquisitions completely confidential, even from your team, until the paperwork is signed.
For every founder who's felt the mid-journey exhaustion of building something from nothing, this conversation offers both tactical wisdom and the reassurance that yes, there is a finish line.Listen to the full Serenity Now podcast episode to hear Craig's unfiltered reality of startup life—from protecting your IP to knowing exactly when it's time to move on to your next venture.
Michelle Hordal, founder of Adapt Abilities, transformed a teacher's side hustle into a $6.8M organization serving families with diverse abilities and shared all the details on Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs.What makes this conversation different? Michelle tackles the uncomfortable truths about nonprofit leadership that nobody talks about: • Why she hates the term "not-for-profit" and what she calls it instead• How she went from making $3/hour margins to building a sustainable enterprise• The reality check about overhead costs and why paying competitive salaries matters• Her bold move: offering performance add-ons as a charitable organization This isn't your typical nonprofit story. It's a conversation in social entrepreneurship that challenges everything we think we know about running mission-driven organizations. Whether you're in the social impact space or running a traditional business, this episode offers fresh perspectives on sustainable growth, talent retention, and authentic leadership.
"After building someone's company for 16 years, we had nothing to show for it. So six of us made a bold move that changed everything." That's how Kingsley Leung begins to share his unconventional path to business ownership on the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs. Rather than rage-quitting or starting from scratch, Kingsley and his team engineered one of the most elegant business transitions we’ve heard. Their solution? Moving as a unified team of six to Agility Forex, negotiating not just jobs but ownership stakes. The result? The original owners now call it "the best decision they could have made." Talk about validation. Key insights from Kingsley's journey: • Why 'buying in' can be smarter than 'starting up'• How a team transition can multiply your negotiating power• The importance of having growth-aligned vision between buyers and sellers• The power of bringing proven systems and expertise to the table What's fascinating is how they've since doubled their sales force and expanded across Canada, from Vancouver to Montreal. For anyone thinking about business succession or transition, this episode is required listening. With 76% of Canadian businesses set to transition in the next decade, the timing couldn't be better
The "$2 Trillion Business Succession Tsunami" is coming to Canada - are you ready?A staggering 76% of Canadian small business owners plan to exit within the next decade. Whether you're a potential buyer looking for opportunity or an owner planning your exit, this episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs is packed with insider insights from our Serenity Sisters who've navigated these waters. Key takeaways: • Why most sales fail (and how to avoid common pitfalls)• The surprising truth about business valuation• Creative strategies for employee buy-ins• Real stories from business owners who've "dated" potential buyers• Why starting your exit planning 5 years early is the new standard Plus, discover why one expert says: "You're trying to sell a car, but nobody can see the car" - and what that means for your business's future.Don't miss this candid conversation about one of the biggest wealth transfers in Canadian history. Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or just stay informed, this episode is your roadmap to navigating the coming succession wave.
"2.5 million people drive past my store each year. The name makes 80% of them turn around."Every business has a story, but few are as authentic and inspiring as Kasha Thomson's journey. In our latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, this fourth-generation farmer shares how she transformed a recovery hobby into a thriving Western lifestyle brand.What started with making hemp necklaces during knee injury recovery evolved into a mission to empower others. The name "Knotty Cowgirl" (with a K for knots!) has become more than clever wordplay – it's a rallying cry for resilience.Key moments from our conversation:* Building a business while battling self-doubt * Creating a safe space beyond retail * Transforming personal loss into purposeful growth * The courage to pivot and prioritize your own vision
A powerful quote from Kasha: "Vulnerability is so scary until you realize it's a strength."Whether you're an entrepreneur, building a family business, or navigating personal challenges, Kasha's story reminds us that sometimes we all need to "knotty up" and keep pushing forward.Click below to check out the episode. Click here to check out the Knotty Cowgirl
Writing a book is a daunting task… but it’s worth the effort. Robert Puharich, associate producer of the Specified Growth Podcast, had access to unique insights and wanted to condense the knowledge to help others, so he wrote his first book. In this episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, Robert discusses why you should consider writing a book, breaks down the process into simple and attainable steps, gives tips on how to be successful in your journey, and more. From marketing content to personal development, Robert describes the value in going through the process, creating marginal gains for yourself, and having a product to further your business. This may be the inspiration you need to get started, don’t miss it.
LLM, AGI, and prompt are terms we hear daily, but what in the world do they mean? Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing our lives without many of us understanding how. We brought on an expert, Nafaa Haddou of Nu Terra Labs, to bring us up to date with the technology. On the latest episode of Serenity Sisters, Nafaa breaks down AI terms into simple language, describes how AI can help us grow, provides practical uses for AI in business, and more. The future is changing very quickly. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about this fascinating technology.
Documenting is crucial to a business’s growth, yet it often doesn’t get done. Why? There are many reasons a company can give, but it’s not done in the end. How can you fix this problem?
On the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, the Sisters discuss how to overcome issues around systems and documentation, share the impact of implementing technology to assist the process, discuss change management, and more.
Change is never easy, but sometimes it builds the foundation for the future. Listen to how it worked out for our Serenity Sister.
What do you know about non-dilutive funding? How do you get it? Bhavik Chauhan has been involved in deploying over $400 million in funding and joined us to share his knowledge. On the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, Bhavik breaks down non-dilutive funding, discusses SR&ED vs. government grants, describes where funding is available, and more. A masterclass in government funding, don’t miss this episode with Bhavik.
We all face big decisions when starting our career. What to do? Where to do it? And most importantly, how to get there. Our Serenity Sisters have covered a lot of ground over the past decades and have knowledge that can help any aspiring entrepreneur.On the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, our hosts are joined by special guests Melissa Gladue and Holly Atjecoutay from Futurepreneur. This chat shares stories of success, tips for a successful future, covers advice for the new generation looking to get into business, and more.An episode packed with many years of experience, this is a discussion you don’t want to miss.
Have you avoided a task that you didn’t think you were avoiding? Truth is we’ve all procrastinated at some point, but why do we do it?
On the first episode of this new season at Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, the Serenity Sisters are joined by guest Juliet Miranda to discuss everything about procrastination. What it is, why we do it, and some strategies to avoid it. As we wrap up summer and get back into the swing of work, don’t let procrastination hold you back.Tune in to find out more.
Freeing up your schedule is something we all think about, so how do we subtract from what we’re doing? It’s easier said than done so the Serenity Sisters break down the idea. On the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, the sisters discuss how they’ve subtracted something to move their businesses forward, how overprocessing can hinder progress, the problem with meetings, and more. Sometimes you need to add to your life before you subtract, find out more about this interesting topic by listening to this episode. For this episode and information about Serenity Now For Entrepreneurs, visit our website. serenitynowforentrepreneurs.com
How’s your mental health? An important question that slips through the cracks, have you thought about it? Entrepreneurs consistently deal with stress yet often overlook their overall mental health. On the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, the Serenity Sisters discuss the difference between mental health and mental illness, describe some coping mechanisms that work for them, provide ideas on how to help your mental health, and more. An important topic that deserves attention, this episode has an open discussion you don’t want to miss. For this episode and information about Serenity Now For Entrepreneurs, visit our website. serenitynowforentrepreneurs.com
“Fake it till you make it” are words often used for encouragement, but do they truly describe what you’re doing? Aren’t you learning along the way? Sandy Gunn of Better Workplace Humans would argue there are far better words to motivate you and she shared them on the podcast. On the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs Sandy and the Serenity Sisters discuss what confidence is and how to change your mindset around it. From gaining perspective to hearing the right words, you have the ability to push through and grow. Sometimes your mistakes are a detour in your journey, so why not embrace them? For this episode and information about Serenity Now For Entrepreneurs, visit our website. serenitynowforentrepreneurs.com
The world is changing and so is entrepreneurship. Decisions are getting harder and the stakes seem to be getting higher. Should you start or buy a business? Is it time to sell your existing practice? How can anybody even afford to buy it?
The economic landscape is uncertain and businesses are stuck in the middle. On this episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs the Serenity Sisters discuss what’s happening in the business world and provide an outlook for entrepreneurs. From boomers looking to sell to immigrants and the younger generation looking to get in, there are many ways that businesses can be successful you just need to find out how. This episode is a good start.
Planning ahead in your business is as important as ever while financing gets tighter. If you have any upcoming decisions on the purchase or sale of your business, don’t miss this episode.
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What if we told you this podcast episode could rapidly accelerate the growth of your business, would it pique your interest? Ian Bergman shares that Alchemist Accelerator does just this as it supports young businesses with the skills and network to see massive growth. Is this right for you?
On the newest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, Ian discusses how an accelerator can help a business grow, shares what these groups look for in start-ups, talks about the characteristics successful businesses share and more.
If you’ve heard about accelerators but had questions, this is the episode for you. Listen to stories about the fast-moving tech world and what it takes to get funding, as well as some rapid-fire questions from our very own Serenity Sisters. Another great episode you don’t want to miss.
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Have you kept up with the latest trust regulations? Are you subjected to the new trust rules? There are consequences to not filing your taxes properly and Serenity Now For Entrepreneurs is here to help.
In a discussion about the latest trust rules, you’ll find out if these changes apply to you and how you should go about them. Don’t get left behind because you didn’t know, listen to the Serenity Sisters and find out if you should start the process.
Another episode that can impact your life and business, you don’t want to miss it.
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50% of people are surprised to hear the valuation of their business when looking to sell. A lot of planning should happen beforehand, but where does one start? Arthur Klein, M&A Advisor and Principal at Smythe LLP, joined Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs to share his experiences.
In this episode, the Serenity Sisters and Arthur discuss the steps that somebody must consider when the thought of selling arises and discuss examples of what to expect. Selling can be a complicated process, don’t get caught off guard by hearing it first on Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs.
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Stats say that every business could benefit from a podcast, but how?
Podcasting is just getting started and it’s an available tool for any business. From marketing to relationships, a podcast can generate brand awareness and directly lead you to clients and partners. So where do you start?
This episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs gets expert advice from professional radio personality and podcaster Jennifer-Lee Gunson of J Pod Creations. It provides an introductory lesson on the benefits of podcasting with a guide on where to start.
If you’re looking to get ahead in your business, this is the episode for you. The Sisters bring you podcasting 101; don’t miss it.
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As industries and their systems evolve, have you ever considered a major change to stay ahead? Could you do things better? Change comes with pain, but most often the outcome is worth the journey. It may be time to rethink your practice.
On the latest episode of the Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, Digby Leigh, Managing Partner at Digby Leigh and Co., describes what it’s like to take on a major change that’s unique to an industry, why it’s important to stay proactive in your business, where vulnerability can help and more.
Serenity Sister Candace Nancke has also undergone major changes and shares her journey. An episode packed with real experiences. If change is on your mind, this is the episode for you. Don’t miss out.
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With so many trends affecting our businesses, it can be hard to keep up with information. Which trend will have the biggest impact this year? Where should you focus your attention in 2024?
On the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, our Sisters discuss what factors are affecting their businesses now, share some predictions for 2024, and discuss hot topics such as AI, interest rates, inflation, and more.
With uncertainty all around, don’t miss the expertise and experiences our Sisters share. Real information from real businesses.
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Instilling a no-profanity policy in an industry laced with it is no small feat. It was a battle that Nico Human was willing to work for and changed the company's trajectory: a better culture and an even better bottom line.
As an immigrant needing a job, Nico was forced into entrepreneurship and excelled at it. In the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, Nico discusses the strategy behind applying his policy to the trucking business, his difficult beginning as an entrepreneur, the operating systems he’s successfully applied to business, and much more.
As a system-oriented person, there’s something for everybody to learn from Nico. His explanation of when to push harder and when to pull back is something everybody including the Serenity Sisters can relate to. Don’t miss this episode.
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Plan your exit before you enter. Advice that sounds intimidating yet can save your family and the business when they come together. Ken Falk of Fraser Valley Specialty Poultry has been part of a generational family business and sees the impact it can have at the dinner table.
On the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, Ken shares the toll a family business can take if not managed correctly, the importance of having shareholder and family agreements, why bringing in outside help is necessary, and much more.
Ken provides a list of twelve concepts for your family to consider, all learned through experience. This episode could elevate your family dynamic and business; don’t miss it.
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Are you feeling like your business is capable of more? Is it time to take the next giant step?
Josephina Serra and Lauren Webb of Form Collective have been effectively growing their business since 2015 and they’re ready for more. To stay ahead in a competitive industry, these award-winning designers are seeking opportunities to expand their revenue further.
On the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, our Serenity Sisters provide these entrepreneurs advice on how to discover and focus on their end goal, how to increase their profitable hours, where to find their next best strategy, and more.
Your business will likely end up in their position, stay ahead by listening to this episode.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the way of the future, and it’s time to start paying attention. Lance Johnson, founder of Amplomedia, believes that if you don’t embrace it, you may not be in business very long. As a digital marketer, Lance is constantly looking for ways to optimize his business, and AI does just that. He shares why you should consider it as well. On the latest episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, Lance discusses the significance of AI in business, the bigger impact it can have on the economy, how you can grow and gain market share by using it, plus so much more. If you haven’t thought about AI’s impact on your business, don’t miss this episode. For this episode and information about Serenity Now For Entrepreneurs, visit our website. serenitynowforentrepreneurs.com
Kristyn Carriere had an idea and was excited to get 7 Summits Snacks off the ground. As with any business, there were many moving parts and they needed extra support. Futurepreneur had the perfect person ready to help in Hussam Tungekar, and business doubled soon after. On this episode of Serenity Now, the Serenity Sisters with Kristyn and Hussam discuss the importance of finding good support, which was in the form of futurpreneur, the challenges with capital and ideas on where to find it, the excitement and uncertainties of working with big retailers, and much more. From idea to execution, there's so much to learn from 7 Summit Snacks in this episode; don't miss out.Click here to learn more about futurpreneur.
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Modern-day marketing is evolving quickly, and anybody can participate. As authenticity takes precedence, the real and unfiltered you could be what your marketing strategy needs. With over 33 years of food industry experience, Jay Ashton, Brand Activation Manager Sysco Canada has seen the evolution of branding and is part of the shift to more closely relating to his customers... by being himself.
On the newest episode of Serenity Now Jay discusses the direction he sees marketing strategy heading, the kinds of content grabbing attention today, why we need to go back to playing and making mistakes, plus much more.
With practical content you can instantly apply, this is a marketing masterclass you don’t want to miss.
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Changes to CEBA have happened, and they impact many Canadian businesses. Serenity Sisters Rita and Candace break down the new details of CEBA loan repayment, current options for relief, and the implications of the newest government news.
Loan for a loan? Listen to Serenity Now to discover why this is as tricky as it sounds.
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“It’s amazing what you can do when the chips are down.” Having lost his corporate sales job, ken Gee was in a position where he had to take a risk… so he started a moving and logistics business on Monday morning.
On this latest episode of Serenity Now, Ken discusses how his passions fueled his life, which led him to entrepreneurship, how he knew when it was time to exit his business, what led him to get his dream job, and more.
Listen in to hear a story about passion leading to a fulfilling life, something we can all strive for.
A company built with the purpose of creating social impact is easy to get behind, and Seth Stover and TideRise are doing just that… globally. With the idea to connect educated and ambitious people that lack opportunities with work, TideRise has changed the trajectory of countless people in Malawi while opening up the world to a whole new market.
In this latest episode of Serenity Now, Seth discusses why he left his executive position and how it led to a life of social impact, how he grew a business that operates in Africa, the importance of having people on his team with the same values, and much more.
Hear the Serenity Sisters talk to a leader creating positive social impact and learn how to find opportunities in any business.
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When the pandemic struck many businesses had big decisions to make. Fold or pivot were the options Chae K., co-founder of Earthling-Foods, had to face. With adversity in front of her, she made the bold decision to try a new product and watched her trajectory change.
On the latest episode of Serenity Now, hear the story of how Chae’s pivot got her product into big box stores, some of the relatable growing pains her business is enduring, and hear the advice our Serenity Sisters provide Chae on how to scale most effectively and even internationally.
Adversity can get to all of us; Chae’s story demonstrates the growth that can come from it.
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Are you looking to scale up and can’t find workers? Did you know that foreign workers may be your solution?
Foreign workers are consistently looking for employment, and Canada is striving to increase the number of them by 500,000 in the next few years. On this episode of Serenity Now, Jae-Yeon Lim from Harris & Company LLP shares with us when it makes sense for your company to hire foreign workers, the best practices around hiring them, legal implications in the process (and costs), and much more.
Foreign workers may be the solution to your labour shortage; get started by listening to this informative episode with an Immigration Lawyer.
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Does your organization align with your values? Have you considered what your company’s purpose really is? Donna Chang found that working with value-driven organizations fulfilled her need to stay aligned with her own values and have a purpose in her work.
On this episode of Serenity Now, the sisters and Donna discuss what a B Corp looks like, what values and alignment can mean to your business, the platinum rule, and much more.
Going to work can be rewarding, but having a true purpose can take it to the next level. Listen in to find out how Donna transitioned her business to meet her desire for impact and hasn’t looked back since.
33% of all business failures or bankruptcies are due to theft and/or fraud. With over 36 years at TD Bank, Mary Vellani has seen it all and shares eye-opening fraud information and prevention with the Serenity Now Sisters.
On this latest episode of Serenity Now, Mary discusses why the use of cheques should be re-considered, the safest ways to transfer funds of all amounts, the importance of having access to a commercial accounting platform (while avoiding internal fraud), and much more. If account reconciliation isn’t part of your daily routine, this episode is for you!
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Are you aware of all the ways an accountant can help your business?
Do you maximize the services your accountant provides?
In this episode of Serenity Now, the sisters discuss how an accountant can provide guidance in ways you may of not have considered, when you should be contacting an accountant (or when it’s too late), how to choose the right accountant, and so much more.
This episode will get you dialling your accountant….or rapidly searching for one. Don’t miss it.
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Have you ever had difficulty collecting money owed for your work? Perhaps your client has forgotten to pay you… or worse, chosen not to?
This happens way too often and our panel has seen it all. On the latest episode of Serenity Now, the sisters share stories from their experiences with overdue receivables and discuss how they’ve proactively avoided poor payment practices.
Listen in to learn preventative measures to stop you from getting forgotten on payment day, tactics to support timely payment, the power that relationships hold at invoice time, and much more.
An episode that may save you a lot of stress… and a whole lot of money. Don’t miss this one.
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Operating a service business can be very rewarding, but is it for you? From daily functions to the many intricate details, service businesses have countless moving parts. Where should you start?
On this episode of Serenity Now, the sisters share their many years of service-based experience to discuss the most important questions for anybody considering this journey. From skillset to scaling, our experts have seen it all. Tune in to find out how your big ‘why’ can have a significant impact on your success, where the most important areas to invest time and money are, which hats you’ll need to wear in your business, and much more. A must-listen for anybody considering a service business, don’t miss this latest episode!
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Starting a business sounds like a great idea… You open up with an idea only to find out that you’ve just scratched the surface of operating a business. Vickie Boughen found this out quickly when she opened a school and took on roles she’d never expected, a lot of them.
On this episode of Serenity Now, the sisters break down the importance of building a business foundation, discuss how to get a real business education, lay out the best ways to set your business up for early success, and much more. Hear the panel humorously relate business to childbirth and raising a baby... on an episode, you don’t want to miss.
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Decisions made in the early stages of your business are vital to its success. With a limited budget, how do you know what’s most important? What should you do first to ensure safe forward progress?
The panel of experts on Serenity Now has seen the good, bad, and regrets of start-ups many times over. In this episode, they discuss the important steps a new business should consider first, how to prevent bigger costs in the future, and how to protect a business legally and financially from unnecessary stress. An episode that every budding entrepreneur will benefit from.
Has your negative self-talk ever improved your performance? Consider that for a moment. Since failure is inevitable, have you actually faced your failures? Mental fitness coach and Olympian Shawnee has been under the highest pressure and come out stronger as a result of failure.
On this episode of Serenity Now, Shawnee discusses three “f” words that have a significant impact on your growth and outcomes. Learn how risk will help you get to the top of your podium, why you should embrace failure and face it quickly, how to overcome your fears and much more. Shawnee's words will leave you searching for all your failures.
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Have you ever “choked” at something and followed it with an F word? According to @Shawnee Harle, you may be using the wrong F word. As an Olympic coach, she experienced failure at the highest level and searched to figure out why. Through evaluating fear and risk, she found that many f words play a factor in our actions and results.
In this latest episode of @Serenity Now, Shawnee discusses the significant role that FOPO has on us, how we can use FBI to find clues, why we should all use paradoxical thinking when making big decisions, and which F words we should really be using in our business. If risk causes you uneasiness, this episode is for you. These acronyms will change your mindset.
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What does unsexy growth look like? How do you know if it’s right for your business?
Julieta Miranda is at a crossroads on the expansion of her business and seeks advice from the Serenity Now Sisters. Hear the angst, laughter, and sound expert opinions that could lead Kid Drop to the next level as they discuss how to take control of your own decisions. An episode full of actionable advice to fuel your own business growth.
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How do you go from a little idea to a rapidly growing business? Julieta Miranda from Kid Drop did this by thoroughly understanding her pain point and solving it for the many families struggling to find safe transportation for their children.
In this latest episode of Serenity Now, Julieta describes how she grew her business very quickly, implemented technology to advance her service, and used available community programs to accelerate growth. Listen to Julieta receive advice from the Serenity Sisters panel as she works towards clarifying her end goal before taking her next major step. An episode that will leave you pondering your own end goal.
In this episode, the Serenity Sisters are joined by Neil Belenkie, a serial entrepreneur who shares some of his key business insights he’s learned over the years.
Neil discusses some of the issues he has gone through as an entrepreneur and how he has recognized through trial and error (lots of error!) how some people have built-in spidey senses in business, and some don’t. However, just because you don’t have this doesn’t mean you shouldn’t go into business. To mitigate risk and ensure success, you can adopt a more methodical process to identify red flags in people and companies.
Neil shares some examples of red flags he’s learned to watch out for when considering someone to add to a team.
Vik Khanna, an angel investor for 15 entrepreneurs (to date), sits down with the Serenity Sisters to talk about what is an angel investor?
They discuss;
- An angel investor will typically help entrepreneurs with a great idea by providing the money needed to make a Minimum Viable Product.
- Angel investors bet on the entrepreneur more than the basic idea, which is why it is a high risk but ultimately rewarding.
- Angel investors usually have smaller stakes, so their investment will not come with preferential shares or treatment.
In addition to finding angel investors, Vik and the Serenity Sisters explore other ways to get funding when you have a great business idea.
- Bootstrapping: getting money from your customers.
- Friends & Family: reaching out for start-up cash from close connections
- Venture Capital: a more significant investment to help grow the business
This insightful episode is full of helpful tips for entrepreneurs exploring funding options.
For this episode and information about Serenity Now For Entrepreneurs, visit our website. serenitynowforentrepreneurs.com
In this Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs episode, The Serenity Sisters sit down with Tatsuya ‘Tats’ Nakagawa, CEO at Castagra and host of the Roofer Reflections & Specified Growth Podcast.
We discuss what lessons Tats has learned from being a serial entrepreneur, including many ups and downs along the way.
Having built successful service and product-based businesses and fighting many challenges, Tats has a wealth of experiences to share with fellow entrepreneurs.
Tats also tells us about an excellent test he has used to evaluate business ideas. The Serenity Sisters were genuinely intrigued by this “3 am test,” but you’ll have to listen to the full episode for a full explanation!
This is a great episode for any aspiring or current entrepreneur to listen to for lessons learned on the path to becoming a successful entrepreneur.
For this episode and information about Serenity Now For Entrepreneurs, visit our website. serenitynowforentrepreneurs.com
Is The Great Resignation just about money? Following the pandemic, many people have left their jobs (or not returned after lay-offs), searching for a new career. What was their motivation, mental health, family commitments, higher salary, or flexibility in their life? Listen in as we unpack why so many employees leave for greener pastures during this mass resignation and what makes others stay, as well as answer the question of how we deal with this as entrepreneurs.
(Note: Some of the content in this episode may be outdated because it was recorded earlier in the year, but the advice is still timely)
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In today’s episode, the full sorority of Serenity Sisters connect to discuss what happens when things go wrong at work, or as we put it “Sh*t Hits the Fan”.
Who can help you when you’ve not encountered a specific problem before? What can be put in place to deal with a crisis situation such as Covid, supply chain issues and more?
Sometimes a business hits a barrier, but is it always bad? Can there be a silver lining?
Remember, entrepreneurship is a roller coaster and every business needs to learn how to take the hits as well as the pats on the back!
Take a listen and know that you aren’t alone. The journey of entreprenurship is just that, a journey, but knowing where to turn and what to do things don’t go your way is important and could provide you with some Serenity Now.
Website: https://serenitynowforentrepreneurs.com/2022/04/22/when-sht-hits-the-fan/
In today’s episode, Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs speak about the most pressing topic when it comes to to business – MONEY. Whether we are talking about start up funds, expansion funds, sales or expenses, money is always on an entrepreneurs mind.
This podcast focuses on funding for businesses and shares expertise that many listeners seek including conversation about the following:
- Businesses start up funds
- Funding for capital expenditures or equipment
- How are Grants used and why are they important?
- What is Grants SRED
- What type of grants are available for startups?
- Loans for Business
Listen is as we discuss our personal experiences as well as best practices from an accounting standpoint.
Take a listen as we ‘Show you the Money”!
In this episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, we chat about something that many companies have considered doing, but aren’t doing….firing a client.
This can be a tough topic but we believe its something every company should discuss – especially service providers.
When do you consider taking this step? Is there a point in time you know this could be a challenging client to work with? Are you seeing red flags?
We discuss our personal experiences as entrepreneurs and what systems our companies have in place. Peggy discusses this being an annual ritual that involves the team. Rita discusses what red flags look like for her company. Candace discusses alignment and on going evaluation of clients.
It’s not a subjective exercise, by any means. We also discuss what happens when a decision has been made. How do you fire a client?
There are a lot of entrepreneurs out there that may feel stuck or don’t know how to move on from certain clients in their roster. Take a listen and learn how some business veterans have done it so that it can give you insight and perhaps some serenity now!
In this episode, Serenity Sisters Rita Kim and Candace Nanke speak to Tess Menges of Procurement Assistance Canada now referred to as PAC and previously known as the Office of Small and Medium Enterprises (OSME) . PAC helps businesses understand how the government buys goods and services, and how a business in Canada can navigate the process to find opportunities. The government buys everything from toilet paper to software so there are opportunities for companies that sell both products and services.
In this podcast, Tess introduces us to Lee Brighton and Cydney Mar. We loved hearing the journey that each of these amazing entrepreneurs went through to win bids with the Government of Canada!
Tess explains some specific steps both Lee and Cydney took that helped them to win bids. Lee and Cyndey also explain their success stories and what their experience was like navigating through bids, opportunities and to finally winning a bid.
We hope this episode helps fellow entrepreneurs in becoming more familiar with the process of bidding, the resources available to help you through this and finally winning your own bids!
Please listen and also share this episode with fellow entrepreneurs as well.
In this episode of Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs, Serenity Sisters Rita Kim and Candace Nancke chat with Charlotte Ferreaux of Community Futures BC.
We discuss the mandate for this organization and how to they help business owners? Charlotte explains how Community Futures differ from other lending institutions? As lots of businesses recovering from the pandemic, Rita and Candace share their insights about the importance of resources like Community Futures.
We hope you enjoyed this episode where the Serenity Sisters chats Charlotte of Community Futures who discusses the programs available to entrepreneurs in rural areas in BC. As she mentions, there’s a lot of support available for business owners in large cities, but the economic development of rural businesses is also critical to the growth of the province.
If you are a rural business owner, or perhaps you know someone who could benefit from this podcast, we would love it for you to share it with your community as it could give an entrepreneur out there, some Serenity Now.
This episode is perfect for those wanting to explore entrepreneurship and those who are entrepreneurs already! Lots of laughs in this episode as we chat about what it means to us to be entrepreneurs, the perks, the challenges and the journey. Could you as a business owner go back and get a ‘job’? Hear what the Serenity Sisters say about that!
What we find out is that the journey to becoming an entrepreneur and life as an entrepreneur is unique for everyone BUT you are not alone. So join us - and listen to what part of our journey resonates with you!
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In today’s podcast, we are excited to introduce an incredibly valuable resource for Entrepreneurs.
Dugan Selkirk from Community Futures is the Business Advisor for the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program. Dugan has 20 years of experience launching and running start ups and consulting to those doing the same. Dugan is passionate about helping start up founders access capital to help their businesses grow.
The EDP Program assists eligible participants to maintain or grow their existing business. Dugan explains that this program is for any entrepreneur that fit the criteria below and that identify with a visible or invisible disability.
- You have a self-declared disability or have been assessed as having a disability.
- Your business is registered and generating revenue prior to February 1, 2020.
- You have the skills/training required to operate the business.
- You need training or coaching to maintain or grow the business.
- You have the resources or means to access capital to implement the strategies developed through coaching and/or training.
EDP – Participant Supports
- Business Coaching related to business strategy, business plan development and/or specific challenges impacting the businesses future.
- Business Training addressing skill gaps in business operation and management.
We are excited for you to listen to this podcast and share it with all entrepreneurs you know!
View the episode and resource links by clicking here.
In today's podcast, we speak to Human Resources Consultant, Sofia Arisheh of Upskill Consulting. Sofia together with Serenity Sisters Candace Nancke and Stephanie Sang discuss HR in the New World. This podcast features a number of HR related topics such as remote working, returning to the office, company mandates vs provincial health orders, employer expectations, staff wants and more.
Sofia explains her approach and the opportunity we all have to reinvent work/play balance.
Listen in as we discuss current HR challenges, stories and possible solutions.
Please check our website for resources!
This podcast featuring Tess Menges, Manager of Procurement Assistance Canada (previously Office of Small and Medium Enterprises) offers a master class in bidding for government contracts. Tess leads the Serenity Sisters panel through this master class (typically an online workshop) where we were able to complete a short exercise which mirrors the basic competitive procurement process format used by the Federal Government to award contracts. The Serenity Sisters were split into teams and played the role of departmental officials with a requirement to purchase 25 dogs. In this class, three fictitious companies submitted bids to provide those dogs. Our task was to recommend one for contract award.
Join us in the mock exercise to better understand the process of applying for government bids. In utilizing a real life case study and acting as the evaluators, we were able to gain a greater understanding of the daunting federal procurement evaluation process. Along with gaining a true understanding of the process, the entire system is simplified as we learn some tips along the way to maximize your chances of success.
To read more about the podcast in details and view the supporting documents, please click on the here.
This podcast features a question from an entrepreneur about how to manage partnerships in business. This is an excellent question and our group had a lot to say about partnerships including some advice on:
- What should you look for in a partner.
- Questions you should you ask before you enter a partnership.
- How to manage partnerships.
- What happens when a partner wants to exit or you want them to exit.
If you are interested in hearing about navigating through identifying a potential partner, to setting up for success, avoiding pitfalls, managing partners and even creating an exit strategy from the start, please tune in!
Join us as Serenity Sister Peggy Aulenback checks in with Katie and Claire of Friendly Composting.
Katie and Claire were the first entrepreneurs we had on the podcast.
These talented young ladies are the owners and founders of Friendly Composting, a weekly compost pick up and local product delivery located in beautiful, Kamloops BC!
They started their new company at the beginning of the initial COVID-19 shut down and when we first spoke to them, they had a lot of questions for all of us concerning financing, structure, growth, marketing, insurance, purchasing and more.
Peggy was excited to get an update from these passionate, intelligent, and driven entrepreneurs - and the whole team is delighted to share this podcast with all of you.
Enjoy and remember if you want to be featured on our podcast, simply fill out the form on own website!
This is part 2 of “Getting Down to Business”. We continue the conversation with Tyler McLoughin, the owner of Vancouver Island-based printing shop, Better Print Victoria. We ended our last podcast with one heck of a loaded question from Tyler.
To summarize, Tyler was interested in some of the advice our panellists were offering in terms of removing services that were not as profitable as others. Tyler’s concern was that many of his larger clients used his company because his print shop offered every item they wanted. He questioned whether removing some services would cause him to lose almost half his business from these larger clients. Our part 1 podcast ended on quite a loaded question and we all jumped in and had a lot to say!
In this episode, we remind listeners of the part 1 episode with a highlights reel and then we dive into Part 2! We have a very spirited conversation about choosing the right clients, the merits of having all services to retain all clients and a certain cash flow as well as other options for Tyler to consider!
We all offer some practical advice and share our own stories of how we can relate with our own experiences.
Listen in and see if you can also relate to where Tyler is at in growing his business!
Normally none of our panelists use profanity in our podcast but when our panelist, Peggy Aulenback brought up an essay she had read in the Harvard Business Review entitled “The No Asshole Rule” – we were all quite intrigued.
The essay was written by a Stanford professor, Robert I Sutton. The topic of the essay was so popular that it was followed by a book entitled: The No Asshole Rule: Building a Civilized Workplace and Surviving One That Isn’t.
The theme of the essay and book are that bullying behavior in the workplace worsens morale and productivity. A rule is suggested to screen out the toxic staff—the no asshole rule. The author insists upon use of the word asshole since other words such as bully or jerk “do not convey the same degree of awfulness”. In terms of using the word in the book’s title, he said “There’s an emotional reaction to a dirty title. You have a choice between being offensive and being ignored.
Tune in while our panelists discuss the paper, admit to what kind of asshole we may have been in the past, discuss assholes in the workplace and how to deal with clients that have displayed this behavior. This episode has a lot of honest, reflection, laughter and more! Enjoy and please share!
View resource links on our website: https://serenitynowforentrepreneurs.com/2021/04/09/harvard-business-review-no-asshole-rule/
This podcast is aptly named as our panel speaks to the owner of a Vancouver Island-based printing shop, Better Print Victoria. Tyler McLoughlin, owner of Better Print Victoria, discusses his business’ growth over the last eight years, and the challenges associated with expanding his workforce in order to accommodate the demand for his full-service printing company.
In this episode, our panel of seasoned professionals weigh the costs and benefits associated with bringing on additional hires, and being aware of when to take that next step in your business’ growth cycle. We debate the merits of hiring a junior over senior role, and relay the importance of streamlining the training process.
We also dive deeper into how to access grants and leverage ‘good’ debt to expand your workforce, and thus, your production capabilities in order to meeting growing demand.
Lastly, we broach the topic of when to ‘fire’ clients, how to choose the right clients, and how to focus your greatest efforts on where the money lies.
The Serenity Now team was excited to help Tyler dive deep into these topics, analyze the various revenue streams that make up his business model, and provide him with insights and resources that could guide Better Print Victoria’s expansion in the near future!
We invite you to take a listen!
Every entrepreneur between the ages of 18-39 needs to listen to this podcast! Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs is so excited to interview Andrea Welling, Regional Director of Futurpreneur, BC.
In this podcast we wanted to share more information about this valuable resource. Their mandate is to empower youth entrepreneurs in Canada by lending funds, support, coaching, mentorship as well as access to online learning, business plan writing and much more!
If you have an idea you want to launch,or if you have just launched or you are looking to take your business to the next level, please contact the amazing team at Futurpreneur to learn about which program and resources you may be able to access.
We were all excited to learn about Futurpreneur offering collateral-free loans at better interest rates than most banks. They are able to finance up to $20,000 per business and in partnership with BDC, could even provide an additional $40,000 to start up businesses.
As entrepreneurs ourselves, we understand the cash flow challenges of starting a new business and acquiring start up funds and staying open funds! The magic of this particular program is the fact that entrepreneurs are matched with a mentor at the time that funds are dispensed. Money and Mentorship – this is really setting up entrepreneurs for success!
It was great to have Andrea join us in this episode. You could tell how her past experience as a business owner fuelled her passion to help others. Please tune in and for more information about Futurpreneur and their programs, please visit www.Futurpreneur.ca.
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In this podcast we are so excited to introduce an incredible resource by Community Futures Fraser Fort George. Community Futures’ started an exciting new initiative last year called LEAP for Women in Business. LEAP is an acronym for Leadership & Entrepreneur Accelerator Program
This program was designed to encourage women to grow and achieve in their career and business through targeted workshops and network opportunities. The idea is to take a leap forward whether you have just an idea for business, whether you are ready to start a business or if you want to take your business to the next level!
Join us as we speak to Mary Mytting and Susan Stearns of Community Futures as they share their passion for their community, the Leap program and the impact they are creating locally and beyond.
We loved hearing about our fellow entrepreneurs up north and we think you will too!
To learn more, please visit our website!
Join us as we check back in with Claire and Katie of Friendly Composting!
What changed after their first podcast with our panel? What was learned? Did they implement any changes to their business? What’s next for their company and what questions do they have for our panel now?
Tune in as talk about a pricing increase, the tax and legal ramifications about hiring contractors versus employees, how to manage website design and much more!
While the path to the success is not always linear, we believe these two young entrepreneurs are well on their way!
Have you ever wondered about selling your product to the Government of Canada?
Have you been overwhelmed when trying to learn about this process? You are not alone!
Many businesses have found it difficult to navigate through the process of Government procurement.
This is why our finance specialist, Rita Kim invited Tess Menges of OSME (Office of Small and Medium Sized Businesses)to our podcast.
OSME is an incredibly valuable resource that should be utilized by an business interested in selling their products or services to Government.
Join us we learn firsthand from Tess how OSME is dedicated to helping small business navigate through this process. Specifically, Tess shares some success stories as well her top tips for anyone that is responding to a bid!
Tune in for this informative episode!
View our website for additional resources:
https://serenitynowforentrepreneurs.com/2021/03/23/selling-your-products-to-the-government-of-canada/
Building a business is not an easy task and reading books about building a business can sometimes be overwhelming and a little boring as well!
The Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs team is made up of six entrepreneurs with over 10 decades of business experience. Our podcast panel includes an accountant , a lawyer, two grant specialists (tax credits and government grants), risk and finance consultant, and a marketing expert.
We as a group have started multiple businesses and have also worked in consulting roles, increasing our exposure to not just problems we have experienced first-hand as owners, but also what our clients (other business owners) have experienced as well.
One of our goals is to share our experiences and knowledge in a way that is not boring and also makes sense to listeners of all backgrounds and experiences.
Keeping that goal in mind we decided to dedicate one podcast to how building a business is like building a house.
Listen in as we relate the different components of building a house to building a successful business.
- What is needed to build a strong foundation for your house/business?
- How does electrical relate to accounting?
- Can the house have a playroom or even a place for rest, recovery and release?
- I built my house but how do people find it?
- What partners do I need to build my house?
Listen in as we address these questions and more! Let us know what resonated with you and what topics you would like our panel to address in future podcasts!
This podcast features questions from the owners of Friendly Composting, a weekly compost pick up and local product delivery located in beautiful, Kamloops BC!
Owners, Katie Forsyth and Claire McLoughlin are roommates, best friends and business partners who began Friendly Composting in March 2020! Yes, these girls are brave, they started a new company at the beginning of the initial COVID-19 shut down.
Katie and Claire are both passionate about community and the environment and when they they discovered a need for an organics pick up program and composting site in their city, they took action! They believe in supporting local farmers, makers, and soil production all in the hopes of creating a zero waste community.
The Serenity Now team was excited to speak to these young entrepreneurs and answer their questions about growing a business from the “ground” up! Listen in for some serious talk solid advice and laughs along the way!
This podcasts tells the story of how six business women came together to share stories of starting their businesses - as well as their failures and successes all in hopes to impart knowledge, inspiration and a chance to feel connected.
Our podcast panel includes an accountant, a lawyer, two grant specialists (tax credits and government grants), a risk and finance consultant, and a marketing expert.
Our virtual fireside-chat is casual yet informative while we address many questions that entrepreneurs have but don’t know where to turn to for answers.
By sharing our stories in a honest and raw format, we want fellow entrepreneurs to know they are not alone in their struggles, feelings, challenges, self-doubt, passion, drive, enthusiasm and every other emotion!
We have all been there in building our businesses. We have often failed, often succeeded and still make choice daily to be an entrepreneur!
This podcast tells our story:
- How did Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs start?
- Why does Serenity Now for Entrepreneurs exist?
- Why did we put this podcast together?
- How did we come up with the name of our podcast?
- What does Serenity mean to us?
Our podcast is a forum to give back, share and help our community of amazing entrepreneurs while we all search for the ever elusive “Serenity Now”.
Listen in as we tell our story and speak about what “Serenity” means to us!