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News Round Up | July 2025
This is a photo of Inglis Falls in Grey County | Credit: @robertkmackey1987 Click here to see Grey Bruce news. We get it—you're busy. That's why we've put together these quick article roundups, updated weekly(ish), click on the links over there => to see what we're covering on: UN SDGs , entrepreneurship , marketing , and local news for Grey and Bruce Counties . Get the key takeaways and actionable advice you need, fast. NEW = Jul 26 update UN SDGs Forest Cuts Undermine UN S
Chris Herbert
Jul 25, 202514 min read


Why Jargon like Mafia Offer Matters
Learn what a Mafia Offer is, why jargon like this matters in startups, and how to choose the right offer type to gain traction with real-world examples.
Chris Herbert
Jul 17, 20254 min read


Tech's New Boom: Startup Exits Surge, QSBS Expands, and Musk Launches a Political Movement
Explore the latest tech boom with insights on QSBS expansion and startup exits. Discover how QSBS is reshaping investment strategies today.
Chris Herbert
Jul 8, 20258 min read


Unlock Proven Entrepreneurial Strategies for Canadian Success
In the ever-evolving landscape of commerce, Canadian entrepreneurs are on a quest for sustainable success. To navigate the complex business environment, they seek effective strategies that not only encourage growth but also foster resilience. This blog post outlines various business growth strategies tailored specifically for entrepreneurs in Canada. Whether you are just starting out or looking to refresh your approach, these insights will guide you to make informed decisions
Chris Herbert
Jul 7, 20254 min read


News Round Up | June 2025
Key news and updates about: Grey & Bruce Counties; Entrepreneurship, Venture Development, Marketing & Sustainable Development for June 2025.
Chris Herbert
Jun 29, 202515 min read


Innovation, Insights, and Next Steps- My Hawks' Nest and Dragons Den Experiences
Belief capital—mentorship, trust, and support—is the missing ingredient in rural entrepreneurship. Learn how AREA 81 is helping founders turn belief into growth.
Chris Herbert
Jun 24, 20254 min read


Early Stage Venture Capital: Secondary Markets, Valuation Bubbles & Revenue Illusions
A roundtable discussion with experts examining the current state of early stage venture capital investing, liquidity strategies, M&A trends, and startup revenue quality.
Chris Herbert
Jun 12, 202511 min read


Brilliant Solutions, Wrong Problem: What Dyson vs. Robot Vacuums Reveals About Innovation in the AI Era
As AI accelerates the pace of innovation, even the most brilliantly engineered products can lose relevance overnight. The Dyson vs. robot vacuum story isn’t just about vacuums—it’s a warning for any builder: if the problem you’re solving is shrinking, no amount of technical magic can save you. Nate B Jones’s analysis lays out why human ingenuity must be directed at the right challenges, especially as AI changes the game. Key Insights According to Nate, one in two vacuum clea
Chris Herbert
Jun 2, 20256 min read


Rural Entrepreneurship is Ready for a Shift - Are You Seeing What We're Seeing?
Rural entrepreneurs are navigating a different landscape. We’re starting a new conversation about what they really need — and you’re invited to help shape it. Over the past year, we've been quietly researching what it takes to start and grow a business in rural Canada — and how it’s different from doing so in a city. What we've uncovered isn't just important — it’s urgent. Rural entrepreneurs face unique challenges, but also represent one of the most under-supported sources o
Chris Herbert
May 26, 20252 min read


Mi6 Round Up | May 2025
Mi6 Round Up for May 2025. Hand picked summarized articles for entrepreneurs, small businesses and marketing professionals.
Chris Herbert
May 1, 20252 min read


Mi6 Round Up | April 2025
Mi6 Round Up for April 2025. Hand picked summarized articles for entrepreneurs, small businesses and marketing professionals.
Chris Herbert
Apr 28, 202510 min read


Canadian Federal Election 2025
Dive into the Canadian Federal Election 2025 insights. Explore how the Canadian Federal Election impacts entrepreneurs, policy, and economic growth.
Chris Herbert
Apr 27, 20255 min read


Mi6 Round Up | March 2025
Mi6 Round Up for March 2025. Hand picked summarized articles for entrepreneurs, small businesses and marketing professionals.
Chris Herbert
Mar 24, 202510 min read


Craig Timmermans
From Internet Pioneer to Green Energy Innovator and Radio Broadcaster TL;DR In this episode (go listen here ) of the Rural Entrepreneur Podcast, Chris Herbert interviews Craig Timmermans, CEO Manitoulin Broadcasting Corporation. Craig Timmermans shares his journey as a rural entrepreneur, from pioneering internet services on Manitoulin Island to launching radio stations and innovating with green energy solutions. His story is one of perseverance, risk-taking, and creative pro
Chris Herbert
Mar 13, 20253 min read


Mi6 Round Up | February 2025
Mi6 Round Up for February 2025. Hand picked summarized articles for entrepreneurs, small businesses and marketing professionals.
Chris Herbert
Feb 24, 202516 min read


Mi6 Round Up | January 2025
Hand picked summarized articles for entrepreneurs, small businesses and marketing professionals for Jan 2025. Updated weekly.
Chris Herbert
Jan 27, 202517 min read


Mi6 Round Up | December 2024
At Mi6, we curate these round ups to deliver essential, actionable insights that matter to entrepreneurs and marketing professionals like yo
Chris Herbert
Dec 30, 202413 min read


Tackling Solopreneur Challenges
Introduction In this engaging episode of Money Girl , host Laura Adams, an award-winning author and financial spokesperson, interviews...
Chris Herbert
Dec 23, 20242 min read


Daren Jones
Developing Rural Healthcare Entrepreneurs: The Hear Right Canada Story TL;DR Daren Jones, co-owner of Hear Right Canada, shares how the...
Chris Herbert
Dec 13, 20244 min read


Sarah McComb-Turbitt
Embracing Art, Wildlife & Entrepreneurship: The Journey of Sarah McComb-Turbitt TL;DR Sarah McComb-Turbitt exemplifies rural...
Chris Herbert
Nov 26, 20246 min read
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