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5 social businesses that will inspire you

Fostering the integration of refugees into the job market, preserving social diversity, reducing unemployment, revitalizing employment through upcycling, reviving craftsmanship while promoting education… Social initiatives have multiplied in recent years in the face of these numerous challenges. In this article, we introduce you to 5 social businesses that combine entrepreneurship and impact. 1. Café joyeux…

The reality of press relations

Having your article featured on the front page of major local newspapers and magazines, what a validation! Most entrepreneurs dream of this. Not just for the pleasure of seeing their photo on glossy paper, but also because it lends a certain legitimacy to their product/service and their company. The more renowned the newspaper, the more…

Creating a Social Impact Company (SIS) in 5 steps

Social enterprises have gained popularity in recent years in a world where people increasingly recognize the importance of local, fair, and environmentally friendly consumption. The Social Impact Company (Société d’Impact Sociétal) accreditation is designed for individuals or entities wishing to establish a business aligned with the values of solidarity and participatory management. Whether you are…

Financial education for entrepreneurs

Financial education is a topic that concerns us all: individuals and professionals, entrepreneurs and employees. As a new entrepreneur, you often learn on the job, and frequently from your mistakes. A good financial education can mitigate these errors and enable you to aim for success and sustainability for your business. Our experts at Spuerkeess are…

The business model in practice

The business model is the first step to formalize, structure, model, and bring your project to life. Working on a business model is an essential step. It is a clear, synthetic document that covers all the themes of your company without technical details. It is also a communication tool for your project and serves as…

Avoid these 5 accounting mistakes!

Financial management of your company is pretty much your activity’s lifeline. Without it, you won’t get far! This being said, accounting and invoicing are frightening for a lot of future and young entrepreneurs. By looking into this beforehand, by training and by surrounding yourself with qualified professionals, you will avoid obstacles in the future that…

Build a niche e-commerce

You acquired the Nutri-bay brand and website in 2017, what were your first actions? We first underwent a technological migration and expanded our range of suppliers. There were already customers, but not enough, so we had to increase this customer base. It was truly a new beginning, not only for the company but also for…

The 6 common misconceptions about startups (and the reality they hide)

The term “startup,” once reserved for a select few, has now become commonplace. However, its use is not always accurate and is often thrown around casually. Furthermore, the startup world conveys numerous images that may not always align with reality, potentially leading entrepreneurs to significant disillusionment. Let’s examine some deeply rooted prejudices and their real…

5 common beliefs about SIS (Sociétés d’Impact Sociétal)

You have to establish a company before applying for approval False! Contrary to common beliefs, it is not mandatory to create a company before applying for approval. The application can be submitted by existing companies or those in the process of being established. If the company meets legal requirements, meaning it defines a clear and…