a on - - . . a 4 | . u o an bot : z y . oa vs . : 4 ‘1 y . * : . | : fa “8 By AL DOHERTY We all love to hear the success stories, of those who started on a shoestring, and - through hard’ work built a. successful business. Yet, every year, thousands of small businesses simply don’t tnake it. Or never even get started. Dunn and_ Brad- street’s report on business failures in Canada shows that 96% of business failures Fesult from some aspect of poor management. Perhaps the most im- portant key to the success of a new business is you, the owner. Do you know the ‘characteristics of successful people? Do you have these characteristics? You can probably realistically and honestly say you have some of these. And if you do you will want to proceed with your business. Of course it is assumed you already have in mind a product, service, or idea and that you have a considerable amount of knowledge and experience in that area. Begin by mapping out a ~ ” Business’ ‘Development: bank © secutive is sponsoring the week — Al Doherty, . Management services officer (left) and Bruno Kohl, assistant manager (Elsworth Dickson photo) personalized list of activities that will guide you to opening and starting your business. This will be your business plan and_ will contain the steps and check- list to a sound profitable business. Determine your goals — both short-term and long- term. This will help to decide whether to start from scratch or buy an existing business or franchise. You will have to decide whether to operate as a proprietorship or as an incorporated company. Be aware of the advantages and disadvantages of both. Financing is essential to operating a successful business. Know where it will come from and what the total cost will be. Be knowledgeable on sources of assistance, not only in the form of grants and financing, but also in the form of management and professional counselling. Now the market must be established for your product and hopefully a profit will be made at the same time. Ask More Guides sought The Girl Guides of Canada are beginning their Fall program on the North Shore and are asking all interested girls to call them Girls 6 to 9 can join Brownies, 9 to 12 Guides, Pathfinders 12 to 15, Rangers 15 to 17 plus, and Cadets 15 to 17 For information on a group mecting in your arca, contact any of the following. West Vancouver — Mrs Kotumeier at 922-5075 Grouse (west of Lonsdale to Capilano Road) — Mrs Pate, 987-5903 Crown (cast of Lonsdale to Seymour River, including Lynn Valicy) Mrs Stobbs, 980-2878 Seymour (cast of the SCOUTS CANADA Seymour River to Deep Cove, including Blicridge) — Mrs. Griffin, 929-3898. The: biology department at |. Both courses are for 8 to Capilano College is ex- 13-year.olds and will cost $8 “he , a panding its geographical at Gleneagles and $10 on ee oe women horizons by sponsoring Bowen Island. created for youthrough | . courses for children at For further information on fingernail artistry by Gleneagles Community these courses and how to oe geri fal : School and Bowen Island register, call Capilano 0 Ai TORE: :- this fall. College at 986-1911, local - --, STUDIO An introductory course on 321. "North Shore 980-5797 shells ‘will be held at Dow siown 687 263 eneagles on Monday, 5 September 28, from 3:30 to Saven 33038 pm and on Bowen ’ Victoria” 595-4433 Island Monday October 5 White Rock "si 5861121 from 3:30 to 5 pm. The other _ and nant ex Ms fenced nail course, “An Introduction to wo maker. the World of Butterflies” will be held at Gleneagles only, on October 5 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. yourself, “Why should someone buy my product or service?” Just what is your unique selling proposition? And what about needed management skills that will be required on a day-to-day basis? Record-keeping, * planning, directing, motivating, hiring, organizing, and much, much more must be taken into account. Are you still ready to go into business? If you are, then why not plan on at- tending ‘the F.B.D.B. seminar on “How to Start and Operate Your Own Business?” This seminar will take place October 21st and 22nd, 1981 in the evening (7- 10 p.m.) and the total cost is $40.00. Not only will you cover these steps in starting your business but you will be given the opportunity to consult with our business counsellors on your business plan beyond the seminar itself, a unique service not offered elsewhere. Remember, it’s your business to have a successful business. It’s our business to help you. 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