Starting a business anywhere in the world is no mean feat. And if it’s your first in Canada as an immigrant, your prior experience may come in handy but there’s a lot more to learn and unlearn to be successful in the North American market. “Do your research to make sure that the business you want to start or build is relevant in Canada,” says Karla Briones, an immigrant entrepreneur and business consultant, who dives deep into the topic in this interview.
Also read: Starting a business in Canada? Here’s what you need to know
Watch our conversation with Karla now to learn how to start planning that business in the way of a business model canvas or some sort of business plan so you know the steps you’re going to take next. She also shares her top resources that you wouldn’t want to miss!
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