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In this episode of the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Leo Bailey, the Partnerships Director at Interac. Leo, known for his strong advocacy and support for small businesses, shares valuable insights on the transformative journey of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Canada. As the backbone of the Canadian economy, understanding the challenges and opportunities in this sector is vital. Leo discusses the “Nine-to-Thrive” concept, work-life balance improvements, the role of technology in SMB growth, addressing challenges like competition and cybersecurity, and the increasing resilience of Canadian entrepreneurs.
Key Highlight Points:
- Insights on how Canadian entrepreneurs are embracing this concept and its significance for SMBs.
- Discussing how Interac has helped improve work-life balance for entrepreneurs and the strategies or tools instrumental in achieving this.
- The critical role of technology in driving innovation and success for SMBs and how Interac supports them in this regard.
- How Interac assists SMBs in navigating competition and cybersecurity concerns, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and cybersecurity best practices.
- Factors contributing to the heightened resilience of Canadian businesses and Interac’s role in this transformation.
- The rise of contactless payments, technological advancements, changing consumer preferences, and Interac’s efforts to stay ahead in payment technology for SMBs. Discussion of any upcoming innovations or initiatives.
We are immensely grateful to Leo Bailey for dedicating his time and sharing his expertise with our audience. His insights have added significant depth to our understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by Canadian SMBs. Thank you, Leo, for a truly engaging and informative session. We eagerly look forward to potential future collaborations. Our heartfelt thanks go to our incredible partners: RBC for their support in helping businesses thrive, UPS for their seamless logistics solutions, and Xero for their innovative financial management tools. To our listeners, thank you for joining us, and stay tuned for more episodes that delve into the heart of small business growth and innovation.
