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| USEFUL LINKS Top 100 Internet Sites for Learning and Employment 6. I Want to Work for Myself |
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Is starting a business right for you? Do you have what it takes to be your own boss? Before you decide, get the facts by checking ut these sites that offer a variety of information on self-employment, entrepreneurship and business management.
WHERE TO BEGIN
1. EnterWeb A Canadian site, EnterWeb is an Internet virtual Library with an international perspective. It has information on all aspects of entrepreneurship, self-employment and small business management. The site is organized into broad topics such as international commerce, economic development, financing, small business management, e-commerce and many others. Comprehensive!
2. EntreWorld Possible the most exhaustive of all information sources o entrepreneurship! This site is jammed with articles, tools and advice on all issues related to setting up your own business. Start-up difficulties, balancing business and family life, planning for growth - these issues and more are addressed here! CIP: If you are thinking of starting your own business or becoming self-employed, the articles in the "Entrepreneurship as a Career" section here should give you plenty to think about!
3. Human Resources Management - Human Resources Development Canada (HRDC) Human Resources Management is a one-stop resource of information for small to medium-sized employers. This site helps employers find qualified employees and make informed decisions on hiring. It also addresses a number of day-to-day human resource management issues, such as employment standards, worker compensation, occupational safety, benefits and a lot more. Also on this site is sector-specific information which has proven to be a great resource. Tip: Job seekers will benefit from knowing more about hiring practices and other human resource-related issues. CIP: You can also access this site through the Canada Site, under the "Canadian Business Gateway" here. The Gateway offers information on a variety of other topics, including innovation, business start-up, business financing and taxation.
4. Canada Business Service Centres (CBSC) The CBSC’s mission is to provide start-up assistance to new entrepreneurs, help small businesses and encourage entrepreneurial growth. No matter what filed you are interested in, this site provides vital information on government assistance programs. Browse the directory of use the search engine t quickly find the information you need. On the home page. You will find a link to your province’s CBSC Web site, where you can find even more information specific to where you live. CIP: This site includes small, easy-to-use "Info-Guides" dealing with a number of common business issues. Great when you are looking for information quickly! The guides are listed here. For more information on programs and services for Canadian businesses, check out Industry Canada’s Web site, Strategies, here.
5. Working from Home - Paul and Sarah Edwards Paul and Sarah Edwards are well-know authors and experts on self-employment. They offer advice to entrepreneurs on home business ideas, marking tips, opportunities and much more. A very interesting visit! CIP: Looking for a start-up idea for your own business? You’ll find 300 of them here.
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6. Strategis: Starting a Business - Industry Canada Thinking f starting a business? Small businesses need the right tools to make educated decisions. Strategis has everything you need to begin. Click on "Starting a Business" to access a range of Web site links and interactive tools to help you plan your business. Find helpful links to Web sites with Information on business news, business tolls, finance, statistics and taxation, hiring employees, doing business on the Internet and much more! Also, check out the Canadian Management Network here which can provide you with a list of comprehensive business support organizations and professional business consultants who can provide advice on everything from business start-ups to home business operations!
7. Online Small Business Workshop - Canada Business Service Centres (CSBC) http://www.cbsc.org/osbw/workshop.cfm Home page: http://www.cbsc.org This site is a must! Produced by CBSC British Columbia, this is a truly comprehensive guide to starting a small business, covering everything from the original business idea to the actual start-up, from financing to planning to marketing. Each section is full of excellent advice and information. Its thoroughness will astonish you. Tips: To fully benefit from the information presented on this site, go through each section n order. Don’t just browse through.
8. Interactive Business Planner (IBP) Home page: http://www.cbsc.org Is it possible to create your business plan directly on the Web? Yes, it is. The IBP allows you to create you plan step by step, whether you are starting a business or making one grow. The site uses a question-and-answer format and provides examples and templates to guide you along the way. It will also direct you to sources of relevant information and facilitate financial projections. Everything you need to empress your banker!
9. The Business Start-Up Assistant - Canadian Business Services Centres (CSBC) Are you eager to start your business but unsure of how to deal with all the legalities? Do you need help through the planning steps of business start-up? This guide will help you. First choose your province of residence, then click on the area in which you need help - this may be drafting a business plan, doing market research, learning about specific regulations, understanding taxation etc. - to get a list of Web sites where you will find all the information that you need. The site will also provide your with business registration and all other government forms you may need for you specific business activity. Tip: Need help from a life person? Click on the "In - Person Services" button. Tip: You can also use the "Talk to Us!" feature for a live phone conversation while you are still visiting the site. The link is here.
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10. Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is Canada’s small business bank. Its various financing programs are described, including the Mirco Business Program, the Young Entrepreneur Financing Program, Seed and Venture Capital, and others (click on "Products and Solutions", then "Financial Products"). The BDC also offers management and business consulting serves. Use the "Branch Locator" to find the BDC office in your area.
11. YouthBusiness.com Produced by the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF), this site offers technical advice and support to young entrepreneurs. The "Resource Centre" section is full of useful articles on important topics to new entrepreneurs: start-up, financing, franchises, legal issues, human resources and more. Registered users can access the "Business Builder" for help with business planning and development. Click on the map of Canada to quickly access a lost of programs and services in your province. You can also post your question on any relevant subjects (taxation, finance etc.) to small business experts. A great site with lots of useful features. CIP: This site also offers on on-line mentoring program, called Odyssey, for young entrepreneurs. Click on "Online Mentoring" on the home page.
12. Canada One Canada One is a Canadian small business magazine, full of articles and resources on a variety of topics. Subjects include starting up, writing a business plan, sales, public relations and more. This site also features a Canadian directory of businesses, a "tool kit" full of practical guides and financial tools, and a calendar of business events. You’ll probably be back to visit this one often!
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