Resources for small businesses.
There are so many different online resources for entrepreneurs. Choosing the right ones for your business can be overwhelming, especially if you’re just starting out.
After working with hundreds of Canadian entrepreneurs, and being entrepreneurs ourselves, we’ve put together a list of the programs, books, and other resources we find the most useful. Goodbye, overwhelm and procrastination!
If you have a suggestion to add to this list, contact us and we’ll look into it.
We only recommend resources we know, like, and trust. Some of these are affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you choose to use them. This doesn’t cost you anything – and it helps us continue to create great free content while giving back.
Table of Contents
Great Books
Business Skills
Here are some of our favourite branding and marketing books for entrepreneurs. These are books that offer practical advice and frameworks. These aren’t your boring old textbooks.
Soft Skills
Here are some of our favourite self-development books for Canadian entrepreneurs. Don’t overlook this. Entrepreneurship has its difficulties. Having the right mindset is crucial.
Website Builders
A well-designed website can help you make a great first impression. These website builders are user-friendly, have nice templates, and are cost-effective.
Even if you’re not building your site yourself, it’s a good idea to keep future updates in mind. If you don’t want to outsource every update, you’ll want a program that’s easy to use.
DIY or Work with a Designer
Work with a Designer
Hire Designers or Developers
Social Media
How do you post on social media regularly, while running a business? Scheduling tools let you plan and schedule your content ahead of time.
Graphic Design
These design tools can help you create professional-looking graphics and animations for your small business.
Design It for Me
Design It Myself (Beginner)
Design It Myself (Advanced)
Free Assets
There are a number of websites that offer great free images, icons, and fonts for personal and commercial use.
Free Stock Photos
Free Fonts
Email Lists
Email management systems help you nurture and grow your client base. These options offer a good user experience and have plans that grow with your needs. Mailchimp has a free plan, which is nice when you’re getting started.
Productivity
Anything that helps make the workday more efficient is a winner in our books. These programs help you automate the little tasks so you can get more out of your day.
– Save your passwords with LastPass*
– Schedule meetings with Calendly*
– Proofread your writing with Grammarly
– Block distractions with BlockSite
– Meet virtually with Zoom
– Plan your time with a Full Focus Planner
– Work on the cloud with Google Workspace*
Google Workspace Discount Codes
Starter Plan – H99AW73CRH6LDGC
Standard Plan – XA4EC4RELTYKEYY
Financial
These programs help you streamline your invoicing and time tracking, helping you easily create new estimates, send invoices, track hours, and stay on top of outstanding invoices. They can make life a whole lot easier.
Legal
Don’t speak legal jargon? Neither do we… But we have great systems in place to keep our business protected. Here are some of our favourites.
Security
These tools can help protect you and your business from online threats.
