Startup Canada Podcast Standing Out in Canadian Business with Rick Spence
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Dec 16, 2025 This discussion dives into how entrepreneurs can shine in a crowded market. Rick Spence emphasizes networking and value creation as keys to standing out. He shares insights from his journey in journalism and highlights the vibrant spirit of small businesses versus large corporations. The conversation explores the evolving media landscape, encouraging responsible consumption. Plus, inspiring stories of underrepresented founders showcase the importance of diversity in entrepreneurship. Rick's final advice? Outperform local competitors by channeling passion and building strong relationships.
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Outwork And Differentiate Always
- Put everything you have into your work and strive to stand out from the crowd.
- Build deep personal ties across your supply chain and add extra value for customers.
Personality Drives Small Business Creativity
- Small business founders bring full personalities and diverse backgrounds to their ventures.
- That variety fuels creativity and keeps entrepreneurship energizing compared with big corporate monotony.
Frustration As Entrepreneurial Fuel
- Entrepreneurs often start from workplace frustration and a desire to enact ideas.
- That frustration becomes the creative engine that injects new energy and innovation into the economy.