As much as 90-95% of ideas don’t reach fruition. Every entrepreneurial journey begins with a spark—a vision that ignites curiosity and calls forth courage. This is the quest: a daring pursuit into the unknown, guided by the hope of finding the diamond hidden in the dragon's fearsome maw. The dragon,...
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From Withering to Winning: Cultivating Networking Success through Trust and Collaboration
Imagine a tree in the middle of a forest, once eager to reach out its branches and connect with the surrounding trees. Over time, though, it’s weathered too many storms, and now its branches droop, weary and withdrawn. It no longer stretches toward the sun, feeling like no matter how...
Grants don’t grow on trees
Where do grants come from? Do you care? You would if this knowledge were to help you write a convincing grant application, especially if the grant round is heavily subscribed. How many times have you heard the saying ‘money doesn’t grow on trees’? Yet, when it comes to grants, people...
Grants are not the only way!
When I get approached by a business looking for a grant, I ask questions and listen. I listen for the real reason people are wanting a grant .... a lifeline, an investment in a new idea, to reach an audience, to continue to fund an existing service, to develop a...
Responsible grant writingWhy should your project get funded?
Looking for money to take your projects to the next level, or to improve life for the homeless, or to make capital improvements to your community centre or sports facility? Are you looking for a few hundred dollars or are you focused on $1,000,000 plus. Whether it be through...
Get your project funded -Tips for successful grant submissions
Are you looking for money to take your projects to the next level? Or perhaps you’re seeking help to make capital improvements to your community centre or sports facility? If you’re looking for a few hundred dollars or $1,000,000+, here are 9 tips to consider when writing a grant application....
How a good strategic plan can improve your credibility and increase your revenue.
No matter where in the world you are, there’s no getting away from the fact that the last two years have been disruptive. For many the challenge moving forward is to regain control from chaos. This means refocusing and getting back on top as quickly and easily as possible. The...
Five pearls of wisdom you should try before jumping into a business partnership venture
All too often, business owners start a joint business venture based on friendships and very little planning as to how they will really work together. It’s not surprising that over 50% of partnerships fail within three years, and when they do, the ripple effect can be very powerful and may...