489 - How to Scale Your Business With Government Assistance with Jean-Eric Plamondon
Episode Overview
In this episode, Jean-Eric discusses government funding for small businesses, specifically the CDAP program. He shares his knowledge and experiences helping clients through the Canadian government's funding process.
Key highlights
- Government funding for small businesses. They also mentioned bringing in experts and hiring companies to assist with specific needs within the program.
- The importance of finding trusted partners for CDAP programs. They shared their experiences with finding reliable partners who understand their clients' needs and can provide guidance during and after the implementation process.
- The challenges of finding a reliable digital transformation advisor and the importance of avoiding advisors who recommend their own systems for personal gain. They also talked about the Canadian government's funding program and how Jean-Eric's company helps clients navigate the application process.
- The benefits of strategic partnerships and the availability of grants for marketing costs in Australia. They also emphasized the importance of finding advisors who prioritize client value over personal gain.
About Jean-Eric
Jean-Eric is a born entrepreneur, buying and selling four companies before age 31. He has owned and operated various businesses, including a residential painting franchise, several e-commerce websites (retail and wholesale), an industry-leading scrap metal recycling business, several international export companies (commercial, retail, and industrial), and more.
On top of his entrepreneurial experience, Jean-Eric has also built an incredibly diverse and powerful resume working for, and consulting with, several companies, including Canada’s 4th fastest-growing company (2018).
Born and raised in Winnipeg, Jean can often be found on the courts of the squash club, networking in the business community, volunteering on a board, or riding bike trails and building LEGOs with his son.
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