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Business Beat: Are you ready for the big leagues young entrepreneur?
By Tracy Stroud on August 23rd, 2017
What if we treated aspiring entrepreneurs like hockey players? I am not the first one to find merit in this concept, but let’s really think about it… In Canada we start preparing of our hockey players young so they can make mistakes early and learn from those experiences. There are numerous training opportunities, year round ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Messy desks annoying to many managers
By Medicine Hat News on July 26th, 2017
CNW TORONTO Is it time to spring clean your messy desk? More than half of Canadian senior managers (51 per cent) interviewed by staffing firm OfficeTeam said the most distracting or annoying aspect of employee workspaces is sloppiness or disorganization. Nineteen per cent of senior managers reported seeing an inappropriate or offensive item in an ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Business Beat: The best businesses start with one employee
By Medicine Hat News on July 26th, 2017
Imagine a world where you couldn’t get a handmade crocheted washcloth. I just can’t. That simple crocheted washcloth, often sold online or at local markets, plays a significant role in the local, regional and provincial economy, by generating a revenue ripple that extends far beyond its $4 price tag. Some love the thrill of dreaming ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Business Beat: Investment in innovation
By Medicine Hat News on July 19th, 2017
The Government of Canada has allocated millions of dollars to innovation programs because investment in people and technology will continue to transform and drive positive change in our economy. The 2017 Budget, Canada’s Innovation and Skills Plan, describes a mission to make Canada more innovative. Innovation improves a product or a process; it can be ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Business Beat: Celebrating our heritage
By Medicine Hat News on July 12th, 2017
In our 150th year of confederation, I could not help but explore the history of our Chamber of Commerce and our business network. Interestingly, the first chamber of commerce was established in 1599 in France, with the first North American chamber established in 1750 in Halifax. While our chamber hasn’t been around for quite that ... Read More »
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