MAGS Moments

On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Erika Minkhorst, founder of Park Market & Refillery. Erika talks about quitting her corporate job to run her own business, the value of passion and purpose in the pursuit of entrepreneurship and how Park Market & Refillery is working to help consumers make more environmentally friendly decisions. Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media, follow us @magsconsults. Learn more about Erika and Park Market Refillery at https://www.parkmarketandrefillery.com/.

On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Betsy D., the founder of ‘RICH For Him For Hur’, who is also an IT HR Specialist and a Manager for RBC’s Campus Engagement and New Grads program. She talks about discovering her passion people and communications in high school and learning how to be adaptable in undergrad. Betsy also sheds some light on the importance of Human Resources and technology to both small and big businesses and how entrepreneurs can acquire the right skills to grow, even in this current climate. Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media, follow us @magsconsults. Learn more about Betsy and RICH For Him For Hur at www.forhimforhur.com.

How are you coping with having to turn your living space into your workspace since the pandemic hit? A little stressed? Brenda Danso, founder and lead designer of BD Interior Design is here to curb all of those interior design fears! On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, Brenda shares how growing up in Los Angeles and eventually moving to Toronto have influenced her career choices and interior design style. Brenda also shares some easy tips on turning any space into your home, into a comfortable workspace. Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media and follow us @magsconsults on social media. Learn more about Brenda and BD Interior Design at https://www.brendadanso.com or @bdinteriordesign on social media.

Diversity is a word thrown around all too often in corporate spaces but recent events have proven that many industries and companies still have a long way to go in diversifying their staff. Organizations such as Tech Teahouse are working to change that by increasing diversity and creating community in the tech industry. On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Therese Owusu, one of the Co-founders of Tech Teahouse. Therese talks about her unique journey into the tech industry and how attending a conference led her to entrepreneurship. Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media and follow us @magsconsults on social media. Learn more about ‘Tech Teahouse’ at https://www.techteahouse.com/ and follow @TechTeahouse on social media.

On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Registered Social Worker and Counsellor, Kayla Goodhoofd. Kayla shares how her own personal experiences led her to a career focused on helping others through counselling. She also shares some great advice on coping in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of counselling and therapy and also provides tips on improving your mental health. Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media and follow us @magsconsults on social media. Follow Kayla on Instagram at @kjenay to learn more about her counselling services and mental health. Additional Resources: Mental Health Resources

It's Tax Season! With the current pandemic, a lot of people are filing their taxes on their own for the first time. Feeling overwhelmed? Then today’s episode of MAGS Moments is for you! We’re joined by Randy Blake, a Tax Auditor for the Canada Revenue Agency, who shares all the information you need to know about income taxes, expenses, credits and more. He also debunks some myths about CRA. Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media and follow us @magsconsults on social media. For help filing your taxes or with income tax related questions, please contact Randy at copstax@gmail.com. Learn more about the Canada Revenue Agency and https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency.html

On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by the founder of Bold New Girls and Author, Lindsay Sealey. Lindsay reflects on how her childhood and career in education led her to start a business focused on supporting and empowering young girls and their support systems. She also talks about the importance of timing when pursuing entrepreneurship. Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media and follow us @magsconsults on social media. Learn more about ‘Bold New Girls’ at https://boldnewgirls.com and follow @BoldNewGirls on social media.

Goal setting is a topic normally reserved for the beginning of the year, but what happens when life gets in the way of it all? On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Founder of She’s So Limitless and Therapist, Charnel Ewen-Lewis. Charnel talks about her positive experiences with goal setting, from pursuing her career to starting her own business. She also shares some tips on setting achievable goals and modifying your goals in the midst of a pandemic. Learn more about ‘She’s So Limitless’ at @ShesSoLimitless on Instagram. Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media. Skip Ahead: · Cast Your Own Vision – 21:48 · Goal Setting and Productivity During Tomes of Change – 23:07 · Staying Focused To Achieve Goals – 25:45

In this world, there are dreamers and there are doers. Nana Safori, the Founder of SOLV Advisors, joins us on MAGS Moments today to share why being a doer is important. Nana talks about his journey from Ghana to Canada and how his family and experiences at Carleton University impacted his desire to pursue entrepreneurship full time. He also discusses how being confidence, keeping faith, working hard work and having a solid support system can lead to success. Learn more about ‘SOLV Advisors’ at www.solvadvisors.com and follow @solvadvisors on social media. Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media. We hope today’s episode inspires you to turn your dreams into reality. Skip Ahead Intro - 4:00 Nana’s Journey To Canada and Experience at Carleton University - 7:48 Entrepreneurship Over The Bay Street - 15:20 Getting His Parents Blessing - 20:00 Faith and Hard work Go Hand in Hand - 25:05 Things to Consider When Starting Your Own Business - 45: 27

Being an entrepreneur requires you to do three key things: sell a product or service that people want, find ways to make your business better and be determined. Today’s MAGS Moments guest, Stephen Amoah, is an Account Executive at LinkedIn who shares how the networking platform can help entrepreneurs achieve these three things. Stephen talks about his own journey through entrepreneurship, how being himself and good networking helped him land an amazing job and the benefits of using LinkedIn to build business and find a job. Learn more about 'LinkedIn' at www.linkedin.com. Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media. Additional Resources: LinkedIn Profile Tips (What Your Page Should Look Like)

What do you do when you realize amazing artists in your city aren't getting the attention they deserve? You create that space for them. Today on MAGS Moments, we’re joined by Joelle White, a Experiential Marketer by day and Music Curator by night. Joelle talks about how her love for discovering new artists in high school led to her founding 'Gxrls Need Love', a playlist and platform committed to promoting new artists and women in the Toronto music scene. She also talks about her experience as a an entrepreneur, hosting her first live show and how she hopes GNL will impact the world someday. Learn more about 'Gxrls Need Love' at https://linktr.ee/joelle.co and follow @gxrlsneedlove on social media. Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media. Our Favourite Parts: Finding Her Love For Music - 8:00 Starting GNL - 12:00 GNL Impact - 26:00

Entrepreneurship is all about stepping out of your comfort zone. Sometimes, that means starting a business in a new and unique industry. Today on MAGS Moments, we’re joined by Akeem Gardner, founder of Atlas 365. He debunks some myths about Hemp, shares how his love for basketball has impacted him as an entrepreneur in such a niche industry and speaks on how Atlas 365 and Hemp can curb the climate crisis and save the future. Learn more about Atlas 365 at https://www.atlas365.ca. Visit www.magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media. Our Favorite Parts: The Vision Behind Atlas 365 - 20:00 Diversity and the Hemp industry - 33:42 Being Involved in the Growth Process: 39:00

For brands and businesses interested in the power of persuasion, they must consider the use of Public Relations. Amira de Vera, the founder of Project Four PR, join us this week to talk about how she became a publicists and entrepreneur, the value of networking to help find clients and the benefits of utilizing PR tools to promote your small business. Learn more about Project Four PR at https://www.projectfourpr.com/. Visit www.magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

Culture seems like such a cliche term as it is often misused and abused by many. True culture however, is a game changer. Culture determines the goals, attitudes and ultimately effectiveness of a business and its employees. Maddy Tremblay, a Culture Operations and Events Specialist at Shopify, joins us this week to discuss how she came to be a member of an organization with an admirable organizational culture. She also discusses how great leadership and differing personalities in staff may ultimately contribute to positive work culture and shares how small businesses can keep their employees happy. Learn more about Shopify at www.shopify.com. Visit www.magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media. Skip Head: About Maddy - 3:30 Maddy On Culture - 29:00 Maddy On Events Fro Small Businesses - 55:00

Legacy is defined as anything handed down from the past, as from an ancestor or predecessor. The five co-founders of Posterity Capital Holdings have committed themselves to this exact thing. They are focused on educating people within their communities, building wealth and leaving long lasting legacies. Jeffrey Asirifi and Kobi Amponsah of Posterity Capital Holdings join us today to discuss the importance of building wealth through real estate, educating the next generation and how you can invest in parts of the real estate process. Learn more about Posterity Capital Holdings Ltd at www.posteritycapitalholdings.com. Visit www.magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

As an entrepreneur, being self aware can affect everything from the way you run your business to the way you treat your employees. Shelby Rowland reflects how her own self awareness, experiences and relatability to young girls ultimately led to the creation of gracie's gals, an organization focused on using movement to empower young girls. She also talks about developing great leaders and helping shape the next generation. Learn more about gracie's gals at https://www.graciesgals.com/. Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

If you want to do something well, hire an expert! On this week's episode of MAGS Moments, Event Planner, Grace Arhin, provides insight on her journey through entrepreneurship, motherhood and marriage. She touches on experience with starting her business, Grace Arhin Events, as well as the importance of building ones network and planning ahead. Grace also shares some amazing tips for future brides, grooms and even members of the bridal party! - Grace talks about her journey to entrepreneurship: 2:00 - Grace shares some tips on event planning: 30:00 - Grace provides important advice to brides and grooms: 39:00 Visit www.magsconsults.com to read learn more about entrepreneurship and for information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

On this week’s episode of MAGS Moments, Aileen Agada (an Environmental Engineering student and entrepreneur) talks about the value of market research, having faith through the entrepreneurial process and what it’s like being a full time student and full time boss! Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

Many entrepreneurs rely on popular social media sites such as instagram and facebook to promote their products and services, share information and connect with consumers. But what happens when these avenues are not available? Today on MAGS Moments: Quick Tips, Marian shares some alternative ways to stay connected to your client base. Visit www.magsconsults.com to read learn more about entrepreneurship and for information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

It's officially season 2 of MAGS Moments! On today's episode, Marian provides an update on MAGS and how her business is holding up in a season of transition. Visit www.magsconsults.com to read learn more about entrepreneurship and for information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

On today's episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Jacqueline Leung, the founder of Pressed News.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Jacqueline speaks about her decision to quit her job at Rogers Media and start her own company as well as the realities of being a woman of colour and millennial boss. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

There's always been the debate about whether leaders are born or made. Founder and CEO of Equation Sales Group, Dakota Rae shows us that some leaders are indeed born. ⁣ ⁣ On today's episode of MAGS Moments, we discuss Dakota's experience working in B2B sales, having Robert Herjavec write about her in his book "Win to Win", her predictions for the NBA playoffs and what it's like to be a millennial boss. ⁣ Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

The beauty industry has always been extremely lucrative but not necessarily inclusive. Felicia Sarpong and her daughters, Princilla and Daisy, aimed to change that when they launched Paba Cosmetics, a beauty brand that provides makeup products for women of colour. ⁣ ⁣ On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Paba COO, Daisy Badu, who provides some insight on her entrepreneurial journey, the importance of legacy and the realities of being part of the family business. Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

On today’s episode, we cover some interesting pop culture topics and how they ultimately affect business and marketing. Joined by MAGS’ Social Media Correspondent, Veracia (@veeracity), we’ll give you the inside scoop! ⁣ ⁣ What do Ayesha Curry, Instagram hiding your likes, influencers and your business all have to do with one another? Find out on today’s episode of MAGS Moments! ⁣ ⁣ With insight from our Social Media Correspondent, @veeeracity we discuss how the need for validation on social platforms may ultimately affect your business and digital marketing strategy! ⁣ Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

Small business owners, did you know you could get FREE advice and assistance from a professional at your local bank? ⁣ ⁣ On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, Marian is joined by Scotiabank’s Commercial Relationships Manager, Kwami Boafo, who offers up great financial advice related to personal finances and finding ways to fund your business ventures! ⁣ Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

here's not doubt that entrepreneurship is a marathon and everyone's approach is different. Experimental Entrepreneurship though? This was Andrew Prempeh's approach to business when he started Reify, a rewards style initiative that provides shoppers with discounts to Afro-Caribbean stores in the Greater Toronto Area.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Andrew shares his journey to entrepreneurship (it's still going) and the importance of bettering the places and spaces you're in through finding the gaps and closing them through providing great products and services!⁣ ⁣ Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

On today’s episode, I’m joined by health professionals, Shanice Christie and Bentzen Tayki. We discuss career goals from high school, changing your perspective on failure, how a 9-5 can become an entrepreneurial venture, supporting your friends in business and so much more! ⁣ ⁣ So much wisdom and great advice in this episode. Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

WOW airline ✈️ is officially bankrupt and there are entrepreneurs who also have bosses... Weird? Not at all! ⁣ ⁣ We discuss the end of the airline and some of the benefits of working a 9-5 and operating an entrepreneurial venture which include steady income, free professional development and an expansive network. We also touch on things to consider before going into full-time entrepreneurship! Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

We know, we know, it’s been a while but we’ve got a new episode for you! One of our goals at MAGS is to create a network of talented millennial entrepreneurs but networking is H A R D. You can sign up for all the event brite networking workshops you want but if you don’t know how to initiate conversation (completing them is always a good start) or maintain your relationships, your networking goes to waste. Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

All About MAGS

All About MAGS

We're switching things up on the blog today with a podcast! We watched Fyre:The Greatest Party That Never Happened, a documentary on Netflix about the 2017 #fyrefestival and we were mindblown! Marian (MAGS Founder) shares her thoughts on the documentary and gives some important takeaways on this week's episode.

January took forever to end but served as a sobering reminder that we have indeed entered 2019. We thought we’d share some lessons we learned in 2018 that have provided best practice methods for us to carry into 2019. Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.

Today’s episode features education expert, Doreen Bonsu ! We talk about the US college admission scandal, turning small chances into big opportunities and teachers starting their own side hustles! Visit www.magsconsults.com to read learn more about entrepreneurship and for information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.