Business Essentials
Workshops
Our Business Essentials are in-person and free-of-charge workshops that offer entrepreneurs and businesses the opportunity to grow their skills.
Some of the perks are:
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Local business expert or community partner to lead a session.
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Each session will involve a “tool” for their business development “toolkit”.
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Participants can walk away and use the tool they have learned right away, such as creating a media post on Canva, invoicing in QuickBooks, protecting their online identity, and knowledge for accessing capital, etc.
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Connect with other small business owners and like-minded people.
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The cost is subsidized by the Impact Loan.
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Business Essentials
Industry experts will join ConnexionWorks facilitators to guide and support you in these engaging hands-on practical workshops made available free of charge thanks to support from Envision Saint John: The Regional Growth Agency.
​​February 4, 2026: Taxes for Businesses - 6pm to 9pm
This workshop provides a clear and practical overview of business taxation. Participants will learn which taxes apply to their business, key filing requirements, important deadlines, and common compliance pitfalls. Designed to support informed decision-making, the session helps business owners better understand their tax obligations and manage them with confidence and accuracy.
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February 18, 2026: Pricing - 6pm to 9pm
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This workshop covers the fundamentals of strategic pricing for businesses. Participants will learn how to set sustainable prices by considering costs, perceived value, market positioning, and profit margins. The session provides practical guidance to help entrepreneurs price with confidence, improve competitiveness, and support long-term business viability.
February 25, 2026: Attracting and retaining employees - 6pm to 9pm
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This workshop explores effective strategies for attracting and retaining employees. Participants will learn how to build a strong employer value proposition, recruit talent effectively, and create a positive workplace culture that supports retention. The session offers practical insights to help businesses engage employees, reduce turnover, and build a motivated, committed team.
Registration opening soon.
Stay tuned!
*** If you have any issues accessing the link, email us at programs@connexionworks.ca ***
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