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Starting a business is exciting. You're passionate, motivated, and ready to take on the world. But many new business owners make a few common mistakes that can hurt their profitability and growth before they even realize it. Here are five of the biggest pitfalls to avoid when launching your business.

The True Goal of The 4-Hour Workweek: Freedom Through Choice by BoostBC Wouldn't we all like to work towards a "New Rich" working long hours but choosing to automate your income to have more flexibility and freedom. The 4-Hour Workweek, Tim Ferriss challenges the traditional definition of success. Rather than chasing long hours, promotions, and a distant retirement, the goal of the book is to help you achieve the lifestyle of what Ferriss calls the “New Rich.” This group

If you’re a business owner in 2026, chances are you’re not lacking tools. CRMs, project managers, automation platforms, AI assistants, analytics dashboards, there’s no shortage of software promising to save time, boost growth, or “do it all.” Yet many businesses feel more overwhelmed than ever. More logins. More alerts. More things to learn. And still, inconsistent results.

How the 80/20 Rule Can Radically Change the Way You Work By BoostBC In The 4-Hour Workweek, Tim Ferriss emphasizes a simple but powerful principle: the 80/20 rule, also known as the Pareto Principle. It states that 80% of results come from 20% of efforts. While this idea isn’t new, Ferriss applies it in a way that challenges how we think about productivity, work, and success.

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Entrepreneurship feels lonely - not because you're alone, but because the responsibility, vision, and pressure are uniquely yours. In this post, we explore why building a business in BC often feels isolating, why it’s completely normal, and how those quiet seasons shape you into a stronger leader. If you’re a founder, creator, or small business owner, this will help you feel seen and understood. BoostBC. Kelowna, Vernon, Lake Country, Vancouver, Nelson, Kamloops Marketing Bus

Discover how Beem Credit Union is empowering small businesses across the Okanagan and beyond. In this BoostBC Local Spotlight, we highlight Beem’s personalized approach to business banking, their expansion into tech and hospitality lending, and the opening of their new downtown Kelowna branch. Learn how Beem Credit Union is redefining community banking in BC—connecting over 193,000 members through 66+ locations and a shared vision for local growth.