TCBN

next event April 3

tcbn — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 22:15:56 +0000

The next TCBN event will be tentatively held on April 3rd. We’ll send out more details as we get closer…

February 7, 2011

tcbn — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:55:51 +0000

Our next TCBN meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 7th at 7:45am. Members will be invited to present more detailed “elevator pitches”, showing their products and services in more detail in 3 minutes or less. As always for our Tuesday mornings, we will be meeting in the basement conference room at the business centre on 1965 Ste. Angelique in St. Lazare. Feel free to bring samples, and laptops to showcase your work; however, to fit within your 3 minute time limit (and it will be timed!), the large screen will not be available. Handouts will be allowed only after each member has presented.

To RSVP to the event, simply click YES! Count me in! | no, sorry can’t make it

December 6, 2011

tcbn — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:10:48 +0000

Our final event of the year is on Tuesday, December 6th. Rather than our regular morning meeting, we will be celebrating with a business lunch at the site of our previous business lunch, Camelia Four à Bois on 1710 chemin St-Angélique in St-Lazare. We will be sending out reminders and confirmation by email, so make sure you’re signed up for our newsletter.

To RSVP to the event, simply click YES! Count me in! | no, sorry can’t make it

November 1, 2011

tcbn — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 18:11:20 +0000

The finale of our “Fall Financial” series is on Tuesday, November 1st at 7:45am. Our guest speaker is financial consultant Michael McEniry who will be discussing what small businesses can do to make the most of any extra money currently sitting in 0% accounts.

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October 4, 2011

tcbn — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 18:10:32 +0000

Our next TCBN meeting with be on Tuesday, October 4th at 7:45am on 1965 St. Angelique in St. Lazare. We will be continuing our “Fall Financial” series, with Steve Tabac, CA from DNTW presenting “How to Maximize your Take-Home Profits.”

To RSVP to the event, simply click YES! Count me in! | no, sorry can’t make it

September 13

tcbn — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 23:07:20 +0000

The next TCBN event will be Tuesday morning, September 13th, and kicks off our Fall Financial series.Come to the Complexe Professionel Saint Lazare on 1965 St. Angelique (across from the St. Lazare City Hall), on Tuesday, September 13th at 7:45am for Ron Greeley’s presentation “Maximizing the Value of your Privately Held Business.” Admission is FREE, new members and latecomers are welcome.

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tcbn — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 14:47:47 +0000

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July 5 business lunch

tcbn — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 09:33:26 +0000

Our next event is scheduled for Tuesday, July 5, 2011 for our annual TCBN business lunch. Mark it off in your calendars!

We are tentatively looking at the new Camelia restaurant in St. Lazare on 1710 Saint-Angelique, which features a wood-burning pizza oven. Please RSVP ASAP by simply clicking either of the links below so we can get a sense of numbers before finalizing and booking our location!

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Awakening Festival on June 18

tcbn — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 12:44:18 +0000

TCBN will be appearing at the Awakening Festival Free Outdoor Marketplace on June 18, 2011. Come out to learn more about the TCBN and talk to local entrepreneurs. In addition to paid attendance, there is a FREE Outdoor Marketplace Open to the Public. For more information, please visit www.awakeningfestival.org

4 Fundamental Keys to Creating Your Own Success

tcbn — Tue, 17 May 2011 12:29:18 +0000

In life or in business there are many factors that will affect the degree of success we’ll have. The definition of success can be a very personal thing. Many people expect success but haven’t created their own definition of success leaving them feeling frustrated.

Here are 4 fundamental keys to creating your own success:

1. Set goals, make plans and have a vision

“The tragedy of life doesn’t lie in not reaching your goal. The tragedy lies in having no goal to reach. It isn’t a calamity to die with dreams unfilled, but it is a calamity not to dream. It is not disgrace to reach the stars, but it is a disgrace to have no stars to reach for. Not failure, but low aim, is a sin.” Benjamin Mays

If you don’t know where you’re going, how are you going to know if you’ve succeeded? Having specific goals and plans will allow you to avoid frustration, stay motivated and give you direction. A specific goal is a goal that includes an action plan that summarizes how you will accomplish the goal, and a performance measure that tells you how you will evaluate the goal. Setting goals will also mean that you will actively be working at getting to an end result. Success doesn’t usually just happen, it requires work.

Don’t forget: Your goals need to be relevant, actionable and achievable.

2. Believe

“The greatest barrier to success is the fear of failure.” Sven Goran Eriksson

To be successful we often need to step out of our comfort zone and take some risks. Our own perception of our ability to achieve our goals is frequently what stops us from taking action. Face it, being in control of every situation is not possible but the way you handle the situations and bumps in the road will make the difference.

Don’t forget: You have to believe not only that you can achieve your goals but also that you have all the right tools to deal with the unexpected.

3. Commit

“Commitment is the enemy of resistance, for it is the serious promise to press on, to get up, no matter how many times you are knocked down.” David McNally

After making decision you have to fully commit. You can’t be half way into something and still expect the same results. Being committed when things are going well is not so difficult but the opposite is not so true. Persistence, knowing your own limits and having the right mindset will help you work through most challenges.

Don’t forget: By understanding what you’re actually getting into and what it will require from you to achieve your goals will make it a lot easier to stay committed.

4. Follow through

“Don’t wait until everything is just right. It will never be perfect. There will always be challenges, obstacles and less than perfect conditions. So what. Get started now. With each step you take, you will grow stronger and stronger, more and more skilled, more and more self-confident and more and more successful.” Mark Victor Hansen

Excuses, excuses…stop self imposing road blocks! If you set your goals, made plans, believe in what you’re doing and are committed, the last step will be to actually act on your goals and plans. If you find yourself being distracted from achieving your goals, stop and think about your priorities and consider if what is distracting you is rightly justified. There will always be unforeseen factors or people trying to discourage you, that’s life! If you stay focused on the bigger picture and really take charge of your life and actions you will do what is needed to achieve your goals.

Don’t forget: To increase your chances of succeeding and to ensure that you will follow through, share your plans with others around you so that you really become accountable for your actions and will also encourage them to respect your choices.

What’s your definition of success?

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