David, founder of The Sunshine Bliss Project, is both a Rise Small Business Lending Program client ...and a graduate of our Peer Supported Startup Program:

"The support from Rise has been amazing. First I had a Business Advisor to assist me with my start-up loan. [I also] had an amazing experience taking the eight-week Peer Support Startup Program with an awesome teacher. Rise also provided me with a mentor. Now, I am ready to move forward with my Sunny Daze podcast ... And with the weather warming and drying up, I'm going to be creating Group Nature Expeditions [this spring], along with starting up a Men's support group.

"I am proud of myself for overcoming many challenging and painful experiences ... I faced the programming, core beliefs, and repetitive experiences. I am proud of myself for going the distance and never giving up! Going into the unknown..one moment...one day... and step at a time!"

- @sunshinedave144

For many small business owners, keeping up with trends can be critical to success. By staying ...informed, you can identify and take advantage of new opportunities. When it feels like trends can change in the blink of an eye, the right tools can help you to stay ahead of the curve.

So to all the entrepreneurs out there, tell us: What tools or best practices do you use to stay on top of industry trends?

Share your tips in the comments and we'll use them in future posts.

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Since 2010, Rise has helped more than 2,000 Canadians to develop the skills ...and access the capital they need to build a small business. But we could not do it without volunteers!

Every year, 200 experienced entrepreneurs and skilled professionals give of their time and talent to support Rise and our clients as mentors and advisors. And we are always looking for more skilled and passionate, business-minded individuals to help us drive our mission forward.

If you’re ready to have a positive impact in the lives of Canadians with mental health and addiction challenges, join Rise as a volunteer today!

To learn more, visit: risehelps.ca/become-a-volunteer (link in bio)

As an entrepreneur, your business touches every aspect of your life, so it's important to ...believe in yourself and what you do. But it's also important to feel that your work is valued by others.

As a result of our 2021 Social Inclusion Survey, we are proud to report that 76% of Rise clients are feeling that love.

Learn more about how we help entrepreneurs prioritize their personal well-being in our 2021 Social Inclusion Report. Link in bio.

Rise entrepreneurship supports are about much more than turning a profit. We take a holistic ...approach to business that includes helping clients build the confidence to make decisions towards their entrepreneurial goals.

Learn more about how our programs can support your professional well-being in our 2021 Social Inclusion Report. Link in bio.