http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/ Small business news from NEBS Business Products en-ca Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:42:07 EST Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:42:07 EST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss NEBS News Editor 0.9 Small Business News http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/business-management/survey_says_canadian_small_business_executives_are_most_concerned_with_employee_recruitment$686.html As the economy is recovering and consumers are gaining confidence across the Canadian markets, it seems that 39 percent of small business owners believe labour shortage is the greatest threat their companies face. Tue, 9 Mar 2010 01:10:26 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=business-management&IDField=686 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/starting-business/new_canadian_tax_law_might_spur_foreign_investments_in_canadian_tech_startups$687.html Recently, there have been some revisions to Canadian tax laws that might create a more favourable tax environment for foreign investment in Canadian companies. A report from the Washington Post indicates that American venture capitalists are already taking note of this new opportunity. Tue, 9 Mar 2010 01:09:47 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=starting-business&IDField=687 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/business-intelligence/insight_on_what_small_business_owners_can_expect_with_the_2010_budget$688.html The Harper government's 2010 budget seems to focus less on business growth and more on controlling federal debt. Still, a report from Canoe.ca suggests that the new plan will have a significant impact on small business operations in the coming years. Tue, 9 Mar 2010 01:09:12 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=business-intelligence&IDField=688 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/business-sense/canadian_small_business_merchants_see_the_green_behind_olympic_gold_sales_boosts$685.html As Canadians across the nation are celebrating Olympic medals, small business owners in Vancouver and the surrounding areas are celebrating the generous spending by local and international visitors at the games. Mon, 8 Mar 2010 00:10:16 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=business-sense&IDField=685 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/business-marketing/facebook_analytics_let_small_business_owners_maximize_social_media_marketing_efforts$683.html A report from Search Engine Journal shows that Facebook is one of the most popular internet sites, closely following Google as the most visited website. In light of this report, it makes sense that many small businesses are increasing their use of Facebook as a marketing tool to try to catch consumer dollars among its 400 million active users. Mon, 8 Mar 2010 00:01:57 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=business-marketing&IDField=683 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/business-intelligence/canadian_businesses_going_global$684.html On Monday, Statistics Canada released a report indicating Canadian assets under foreign control increased in 2007. The report suggests the number of foreign-owned companies is growing, but these companies are not necessarily the most profitable. Mon, 8 Mar 2010 00:00:29 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=business-intelligence&IDField=684 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/business-marketing/social_media_makes_gains_as_a_small_business_marketing_tool$680.html In light of recent economic turmoil its increasingly important for small business owners to find cost-effective methods of promoting their goods and services. A recent study from Network Solutions and the University of Maryland shows that investing in social media marketing has paid off for a number of small businesses. Fri, 5 Mar 2010 00:25:06 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=business-marketing&IDField=680 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/business-intelligence/federal_budget_will_not_offer_small_businesses_much_aid$681.html The federal government recently announced the distribution of its massive stimulus program funds, and a report from the Globe and Mail suggests that main focus of the funding will be public infrastructure. Unfortunately for small business owners, this leaves them with few targeted measures. Fri, 5 Mar 2010 00:24:14 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=business-intelligence&IDField=681 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/starting-business/tech_small_business_startups_in_quebec_might_find_needed_finances$682.html The Quebec Technology Company Seed Fund Selection Committee is offering much-needed startup funds to tech businesses. Committee chair Martin Godbout told the Montreal Gazette that he anticipates a bright future for tech businesses looking for loans. Fri, 5 Mar 2010 00:23:25 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=starting-business&IDField=682 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/business-marketing/want_to_make_sales_build_a_brand_with_a_business_marketing_plan$679.html In a moment when the economy is coming out of turmoil, it's more important than ever for small business owners to properly promote products and services. Yet the Times Standard reports that many small business owners struggle to understand the distinction between marketing and advertising. Thu, 4 Mar 2010 00:48:35 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=business-marketing&IDField=679 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/business-marketing/small_businesses_should_write_to_the_right_recipients$676.html In light of recent economic turmoil, many business owners are looking for cost-effective marketing strategies to boost sales. Email marketing campaigns might help entrepreneurs save cash but they are only as good as the potential clients they reach. Wed, 3 Mar 2010 23:35:10 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=business-marketing&IDField=676 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/business-intelligence/canadas_female_small_business_owners_are_getting_older$677.html Many people think of self-employment as a young man's game, but a recent study from the Consumer Internet Bank of Canada shows that, quite the opposite, self-employment is increasingly popular among older women. Wed, 3 Mar 2010 23:34:17 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=business-intelligence&IDField=677 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/business-intelligence/canadian_small_businesses_prepare_for_federal_budget$678.html As Canada makes its way out of economic turmoil, many are hoping that the small business sector will continue to increase national employment rates. Yet, the potential for new employment opportunities remains to be seen until the federal budget plans are revealed. Wed, 3 Mar 2010 23:33:41 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=business-intelligence&IDField=678 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/work-life/company_retreats_might_benefit_businesses$673.html As Statistics Canada reports that the economy is on the rise, many companies might see increasingly busy workdays ahead. The daily grind can make many employees feel frustrated, but business owners might find corporate retreats provide the boost in morale needed to capitalize on the approaching market booms. Tue, 2 Mar 2010 00:02:54 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=work-life&IDField=673 http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/business-marketing/businesses_might_benefit_from_tri-message_marketing$674.html Small business owners know that different marketing channels offer different benefits, as well as access to unique pools of potential clients. "There's no single solution that meets all market needs. Each one can help you build your brand, acquire and retain more customers and deepen engagement," says MediaPost. Tue, 2 Mar 2010 00:01:02 EST http://www.nebsmarketingstore.ca/news/article.php?catdir=business-marketing&IDField=674