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Join Us On Linkedin

by Dave Ockwell-Jenner

Are you making the Internet work for you when it comes to networking? LinkedIn is a network of over 17 million people from across 150 industries -- using the power of the web to…

Why Did I Decide To Start My Own Business Networking Group?

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

The answer to why I decided to start my own business networking group is easy. I saw a need for a networking group that was affordable, friendly and offered an educational element…

When Good Web Sites Go Bad

by Dave Ockwell-Jenner

As small business owners, a web site is critical for many of us. But what happens when your web site inadvertently gets hijacked to attack it's visitors? As devious as this sounds…

My First Attempt At Networking At The Canadian Association Of Professional Speakers

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

As I walked towards the registration desk my tummy had butterflies, but then I recognized Adele Alfano the speaker who had invited me to a chapter meeting for CAPS. Adele was so…

Networking, Why Do It? What Is Networking ?

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

Discovering that I could network from the comfort of my home in the early days of my business was quite wonderful for me. Not only was I nervous about going out into the world of…

A New Year, A New Opportunity For My Business!

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

Well 2008 is almost upon us and here I sit on New Years Eve day working on how to increase my client base, how to attract potential clients and general day to day stuff that…

Sbcn Christmas Social Event

by Dave Ockwell-Jenner

Well folks, it's once again coming close to the holiday season... that also means it's almost time for the SBCN Christmas Social networking event! This 4th annual event is a…

Moving Business Forward Conference 2007

by Tanya Riemann

Moving Business Forward 2007 takes place on Tuesday November 13, 2007 and promises an outstanding assembly of successful Canadian business leaders who will share their personal…

Local Author Signing Copies Of Her Book - Find Out Who She Is Here!

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

Linda Ockwell-Jenner, local author, will be signing copies of the 2nd Edition of her book, A Life Like  Mine at Household China & Gifts, which is located at 300 King St.…

Why Me? October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Be Aware, Show You Care!

by Linda Ockwell-Jenner

Devils Night, October 30th, 1997 - a memory that will live with me forever, when I was diagnosed with breast cancer for the first time. Friday 13th, 2000, is when I had my double…

Need Some It Help?

by Dave Ockwell-Jenner

From time to time, we all need a little assistance with the ever complex IT equipment we need to run our business. However we need to be sure we can rely on the services of a…

Small Business Showcase - Exhibition Tables Are Sold Out!

by Dave Ockwell-Jenner

Come and support your fellow small business owners, area entrepreneurs and established business leaders at the Small Business Showcase - a Bridges to Better Business event…