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SUMMARY:Market Research Made Simple
DESCRIPTION:Free Self-Paced Online Challenge\n\n\n\nDate: Available AnytimeLocation: OnlineCost: Free \n\n\n\nAbout This Challenge\n\n\n\nBefore you invest time and money into your business idea\, make sure there’s a market for it. \n\n\n\nMarket Research Made Simple is a free\, self-paced online challenge from the Hamilton Business Centre designed to help entrepreneurs make informed business decisions through practical market research. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re starting your first business or exploring a new idea\, this 14-lesson challenge will guide you through the process of understanding your customers\, researching your competitors\, validating your ideas\, and reducing risk before you launch. \n\n\n\nEach lesson is practical\, easy to follow\, and can be completed at your own pace. \n\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\n\nThroughout this challenge\, you’ll learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify the real problem your business solves\n\n\n\nDefine and understand your ideal customer\n\n\n\nConduct customer interviews that uncover valuable insights\n\n\n\nResearch competitors and identify market opportunities\n\n\n\nAnalyze customer reviews and online demand\n\n\n\nEvaluate pricing strategies\n\n\n\nResearch your local market\n\n\n\nUse social media as a market research tool\n\n\n\nUse AI to organize and analyze your findings\n\n\n\nTest your business idea before investing\n\n\n\nTurn your research into a practical action plan\n\n\n\n\nYou’ll also receive downloadable worksheets that help you apply what you’ve learned every step of the way. \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\n\n\nThis challenge is ideal for: \n\n\n\n\nAspiring entrepreneurs\n\n\n\nNew business owners\n\n\n\nSide-hustle entrepreneurs\n\n\n\nAnyone exploring a new business idea\n\n\n\nSmall business owners looking to better understand their market\n\n\n\n\nNo previous business experience is required. \n\n\n\nChallenge Details\n\n\n\n\nFormat: Self-paced online learning\n\n\n\nLength: 14 practical lessons\n\n\n\nCost: Free\n\n\n\nAccess: Available anytime from any device\n\n\n\nAccessible: Available in 13+ languages\n\n\n\n\nWhy Take This Challenge?\n\n\n\nToo many entrepreneurs build their business on assumptions. This challenge will help you replace guesswork with evidence so you can make smarter decisions\, reduce risk\, and move forward with greater confidence. \n\n\n\nReady to Make Smarter Business Decisions?\n\n\n\nRegister below to get instant access. You’ll receive an email with a link to the online lesson portal. If you don’t see it within 10–15 minutes\, please check your junk or spam folder.
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/market-research-made-simple/
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SUMMARY:Hiring Your First Employee
DESCRIPTION:Location: Online. \n\n\n\nReady to take the leap and grow your team? Join our online session with Engage HR where we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about hiring your first employee. From finding the right fit to navigating all the paperwork\, we’ve got you covered. Perfect for new business owners looking to expand without the stress. Don’t miss out on this chance to get tips\, tricks\, and real talk about building your team! \n\n\n\nDate: July 28Time: 10am-11:30amWhere: Zoom (you will receive the link a day before the event by e-mail)Cost: Free
URL:https://investinhamilton.ca/hamilton-business-centre/event/hiring-your-first-employee/
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