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Et si attendre que les choses se calment était justement ce qui vous ralentit?
Alors que l’incertitude devient la norme, les entrepreneur·es canadien·nes font un choix intéressant.
Notre économiste en chef, Pierre Cléroux, explique comment les entrepreneur·es abordent la croissance dans un contexte d’incertitude.
#BDCspme by @bdc_ca

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What if waiting for things to settle down is exactly what’s slowing you down?
With uncertainty becoming the norm, Canadian entrepreneurs are making an interesting choice.
BDC Chief Economist, Pierre Cléroux, explains what it is, and why it could change the way you think about growth.
#BDCsbw by @bdc_ca

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Passez de l'idée à l'action.
Joignez-vous à notre série de webinaires de la Semaine de la PME BDC et obtenez des conseils concrets pour faire croître votre entreprise. 👇
https://ow.ly/QKzY50ZTWtT
#BDCspme taken in BDC - Banque de développement du Canada by @bdc_ca

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Turn insight into action.
Join our BDC Small Business Week webinar series and get practical advice to help your business grow. 👇
https://ow.ly/WJpa50ZTWtR
#BDCsbw by @bdc_ca

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4 days ago

A lesson in leadership. 💫
Yesterday’s conversation on the impact of courage with cardiac surgeon @dr.jessicaforcillo, Jean-Sébastien Charest, BDC’s Chief Information Officer, and our colleague Imane Boudaa reminded us that some leadership lessons transcend industries.

✔ AI can expand our capabilities, but it cannot replace our judgment.
✔ The strongest teams are built on trust, expertise and the confidence to challenge each other.
✔ Knowing when to ask for help, escalate an issue or change course isn't a weakness. It's what enables better outcomes.

Whether in cardiac surgery, IT or entrepreneurship, courage isn't about having all the answers. It's about making the call when it matters, trusting your team and moving forward with conviction.

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La discussion sur l’impact du courage entre la chirurgienne cardiaque Dre Jessica Forcillo, Jean‑Sébastien Charest, chef des technologies et de l’information à BDC, et notre collègue Imane Boudaa, nous a rappelé que certaines leçons de leadership transcendent les secteurs d’activité.

✔ L’IA peut accroître nos capacités, mais elle ne remplacera jamais notre jugement.
✔ Les équipes les plus performantes reposent sur la confiance, l’expertise et la capacité de se remettre mutuellement en question.
✔ Savoir demander de l’aide, escalader un enjeu ou changer de cap n’est pas un signe de faiblesse. C’est ce qui permet d’obtenir de meilleurs résultats.

Que ce soit en chirurgie cardiaque, en TI ou en entrepreneuriat, le courage ne consiste pas à avoir toutes les réponses. C’est prendre la décision quand elle compte, faire confiance à son équipe et avancer avec conviction. by @bdc_ca

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9 days ago

“Even being at this table is a privilege.”
For Nicole Antoine, founder of N/A & Co., recognizing that privilege also means thinking about what she can do with it. Nicole shared how intentional she is about taking chances on people, including vendors who may not have the longest track record or all the experience someone might typically look for. Sometimes, they just need someone willing to give them the opportunity. And that stayed with us. So much of entrepreneurship is shaped by people; the people who take a chance on us, who open a door, who see what we might be capable of before we’ve had the opportunity to prove it. Nicole’s reflection is one of the stories from our latest Unsinkable Entrepreneurs roundtables with BDC, conversations that went beyond what people have built and into the experiences, relationships and moments that have shaped them along the way.

We’ll be sharing more of those stories in the weeks ahead.
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« Le simple fait d’être assise à cette table est un privilège. »
Pour Nicole Antoine, fondatrice de N/A & Co., reconnaître ce privilège implique aussi de réfléchir à la manière de l’utiliser concrètement. Nicole a expliqué à quel point elle tient à faire confiance aux gens et à leur donner leur chance, y compris à des fournisseurs qui n’ont pas forcément un long historique ou toute l’expérience habituellement recherchée. Parfois, ils ont simplement besoin de quelqu’un prêt à leur offrir une opportunité. Ces paroles nous ont marqués. L’entrepreneuriat est façonné par les rencontres : ces personnes qui nous font confiance, qui nous ouvrent des portes et qui perçoivent notre potentiel avant même que nous ayons eu l’occasion de le prouver. Le témoignage de Nicole est l’une des histoires issues de nos dernières tables rondes « Unsinkable Entrepreneurs » organisées avec BDC ; des échanges qui sont allés au-delà des réalisations concrètes pour explorer les expériences, les relations et les moments marquants qui ont façonné le parcours de chacun.

Nous partagerons d’autres récits de ce type dans les semaines à venir.

#UnsinkableEntrepreneurs #WeAreUnsinkable #Entrep by @bdc_ca

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9 days ago

Les grands projets prévus au Canada pourraient générer 443 G$ en nouvelles occasions d'affaires.
Pour les entrepreneur·es, l'occasion va bien au-delà des entreprises qui dirigent ces projets. Elle se trouve dans les chaînes d'approvisionnement qui les soutiennent.
Notre plus récente étude examine où se trouvent les possibilités pour les PME, les obstacles auxquels elles font face et comment elles peuvent se positionner pour soutenir leur croissance. by @bdc_ca

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12 days ago

Canada's major projects could generate $443 billion in new business activity.
For entrepreneurs, the opportunity extends far beyond the companies leading these projects. It runs through the supply chains behind them. Our latest study explores where SMEs can find opportunities, the barriers they face and how they can position themselves for growth. by @bdc_ca

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Small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of Canada’s economy, driving innovation, creating jobs and strengthening communities from coast to coast. In a rapidly changing world, Canadian entrepreneurs navigate new challenges and opportunities every day, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.

During BDC Small Business Week, we’re supporting entrepreneurs as they go further, faster and build a stronger Canada.

#BDCsbw

Small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of Canada’s economy, driving innovation, creating jobs and strengthening communities from coast to coast. In a rapidly changing world, Canadian entrepreneurs navigate new challenges and opportunities every day, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.

During BDC Small Business Week, we’re supporting entrepreneurs as they go further, faster and build a stronger Canada.

#BDCsbw

Small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of Canada’s economy, driving innovation, creating jobs and strengthening communities from coast to coast. In a rapidly changing world, Canadian entrepreneurs navigate new challenges and opportunities every day, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.

During BDC Small Business Week, we’re supporting entrepreneurs as they go further, faster and build a stronger Canada.

#BDCsbw

Small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of Canada’s economy, driving innovation, creating jobs and strengthening communities from coast to coast. In a rapidly changing world, Canadian entrepreneurs navigate new challenges and opportunities every day, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.

During BDC Small Business Week, we’re supporting entrepreneurs as they go further, faster and build a stronger Canada.

#BDCsbw

Les petites et moyennes entreprises sont au cœur de l’économie canadienne. Elles stimulent l’innovation, créent des emplois et renforcent les communautés d’un océan à l’autre. Dans un monde en constante évolution, les entrepreneur·es canadien·nes font preuve de résilience et d’adaptabilité pour relever les défis et saisir les occasions qui se présentent à eux.

Pendant la Semaine de la PME BDC, on soutient les entrepreneur·es pour les aider à aller plu by @bdc_ca

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12 days ago

Is business a business is out of reach?

Rita Kasparian, Senior Director, Growth and Transition Capital at BDC, explains why acquiring a business may be more accessible than many entrepreneurs think. by @bdc_ca

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15 days ago

Business is moving fast. Are you keeping up? 🚀

This BDC Small Business Week, join us for three webinars designed to help you uncover growth opportunities, navigate today’s market with confidence, build a stronger business, and a stronger Canada. 🇨🇦

Sign up today via the #LinkInBio
#BDCsbw

In a rapidly changing business environment, how can you turn uncertainty into opportunity? Join our experts to discover practical strategies for growth and resilience.

Register today. #BDCsbw

AI can boost productivity, but where should you invest for real results? Discover the strategies and solutions that can make the biggest impact.

Save your spot for our webinar. #BDCsbw

Thinking about buying a business? Learn the key steps to a successful acquisition and the common mistakes to avoid.

Sign up for our upcoming webinar. ✅ #BDCsbw

Le monde des affaires n’attend personne. Et les occasions de croissance non plus. 🚀

Cette Semaine de la PME BDC, découvrez trois webinaires qui vous donneront des perspectives concrètes pour faire croître votre entreprise, relever les défis d’aujourd’hui et contribuer à bâtir une économie canadienne plus forte. 🇨🇦

Inscrivez-vous via le #LienDansLaBio
#BDCspme

Dans un contexte économique en constante évolution, comment transformer l’incertitude en occasion? Joignez-vous à nos expert·es pour découvrir des stratégies de croissance concrètes.

Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant. #BDCspme

L’IA peut stimuler votre productivité, mais où investir pour obtenir des résultats concrets? Découvrez les stratégies et les solutions à privilégier.

Réservez votre place à notre webinaire. #BDCspme

Vous envisagez d’acheter une entreprise? Découvrez les étapes clés d’une acquisition réussie et les erreurs à éviter.

Inscrivez-vous à notre prochain webinaire. ✅ #BDCspme by @bdc_ca

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16 days ago

La réconciliation commence par l’écoute.

Dans cette conversation avec Isabelle Hudon, l’entrepreneur Braden Haley de @summitdogwear partage ce que la réconciliation signifie pour lui et comment elle peut prendre forme par des gestes concrets.

Une discussion à voir en cette Journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation. by @bdc_ca

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