The Unsure Entrepreneur

Host Roger Pierce talks with Sanders Lazier, the founder and CEO of Carbonhound. Sanders leads a groundbreaking platform that empowers businesses to achieve low-carbon futures through accessible carbon accounting and climate intelligence tools. With a background in Fintech and sales, Sanders brings a unique perspective to addressing the growing challenges of climate change for mid-market businesse...

In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur , host Roger Pierce interviews Janice Waugh, Founder of Solo Traveler and Co-founder of the nonprofit organization Northstar Startups.    Janice’s company Solo Traveler has transformed the solo travel industry by advocating for affordable travel experiences, partnering with companies that limit single supplements to 20% or less, and building a community o...

In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur , Roger Pierce interviews Gary Prenevost, a Franchise Expert with over 30 years in the industry and author of the USA Today top-selling book, The Unstoppable Franchisee . As the President of FranNet Southern Ontario and Eastern Canada and a Board Member of the Canadian Franchise Association, Gary has guided thousands of entrepreneurs through the complexit...

In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast , Roger Pierce interviews Glen Senior, Founder and CEO of The Small Business Company, a specialized marketing agency providing expert small business content to banks, credit unions, and brands. Glen’s company partners with financial institutions across six countries to provide free, accessible educational content and tools for small business owner...

“Invest in your business's legal health now, and you’ll save yourself from costly headaches down the road,” says Albert Luk, J.D., in this value-packed episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur . Dubbed the “Entrepreneur-Friendly Lawyer,” Albert offers actionable strategies for business owners looking to mitigate risk while still fostering growth. In the episode, he explains that legal protection is cruc...

In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur podcast, host Roger Pierce discusses immigrant entrepreneurship in Canada with two special guests from the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC): Sylvie Ratté, Senior Economist, and Mathieu Galliot, Economist. Sylvie and Mathieu share their insights on the fascinating research appearing in their recent BDC article titled, "Immigrant entrepreneurship i...

In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur , host Roger Pierce chats with Cassie Conte, the Program Manager at Brock LINC, Brock University’s hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.    What's clear in the interview is how valuable this resource is to aspiring entrepreneurs. Brock LINC is more than just a program—it’s a hub that nurtures innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship. “We focus a lo...

In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast , host Roger Pierce sits down with Mathew Georghiou, a dynamic entrepreneur, engineer, writer, and inventor, and founder of several companies including MediaSpark, GoVenture World, and KleverToys. Mathew shares his journey in revolutionizing business education through the creation of advanced educational games and simulations, such as the GoVentur...

In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur , host Roger Pierce interviews Brian Moran, a seasoned entrepreneur, small business expert, and host of The Small Business Edge Podcast. Brian talks about his transition from working in executive roles at prestigious publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Entrepreneur Magazine , and Inc. Magazine to founding his own companies, Brian Moran & Ass...

In the latest episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast , host Roger Pierce sits down with David Cohen, a seasoned entrepreneur, small business coach, and the founder of YourBigVenture.com. A beacon of inspiration and wisdom for small business owners, David has dedicated his career to empowering entrepreneurs through coaching, teaching, and various educational programs. As the author of the motiv...

In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast, host Roger Pierce interviews Maria Konikov, the Director of Operations at the York Entrepreneurship Development Institute (YEDI). Maria discusses YEDI’s mission to support entrepreneurs through various programs, including their flagship incubator program and the one-year Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Program. She highlights the i...

An astonishing 75% of people fear public speaking more than death. Thankfully, public speaking coach Bruce Hunt is here to talk us off that ledge in this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast . Bruce shares his experience in helping individuals and organizations improve their communication skills. He has worked with major companies such as TD Bank, Xerox Canada, YMCA, George Brown College, an...

In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur podcast, host Roger Pierce sits down with Patrick Gill, Senior Director of Operations at the Business Data Lab at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. The conversation dives deep into the productivity gap in Canada, the adoption and impact of generative AI (Gen AI) on small businesses, and the potential for AI to enhance productivity and competitiveness.   ...

Listen to this episode for expert strategies to win more customers.   In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur , host Roger Pierce interviews Chala Dincoy, CEO and founder of The Repositioning Expert ( Repositioner.com ). Chala shares her journey from a successful corporate marketer at companies like Pepsi and Frito-Lay to becoming a sought-after marketing coach who helps B2B service providers r...

If you've ever been nervous about clicking the wrong button during a Zoom event, listen up. In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast , host Roger Pierce interviews Louis Trahan, the owner of Learngistics, a company specializing in corporate in-person and virtual learning experiences.   Louis shares his journey from founding Last Minute Training to expanding into corporate learning and vi...

In this episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur podcast, host Roger Pierce welcomes Rachel Ott, the dynamic force behind Varga Girl Design, a leading Canadian graphic design firm known for its innovative visual and technical design solutions.  Rachel shares her diverse background from print to web design, and her journey to becoming one of the top designers recognized by Clutch.co. With a candid look i...

In this insightful episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast , Nate Simpson, owner of Nate Simpson Business Development, joins host Roger Pierce to discuss his transition from a technical expert in fire protection to founding his own company. Nate delves into the nuances of business development within the architecture, engineering, and construction sectors, offering valuable advice for retaining...

This episode of The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast with host Roger Pierce goes behind the scenes to look at the fascinating start-up journey of Janine Harris, founder of KeyRing Media. Janine shares her transition from a video production employee to the owner of a successful video production company that collaborates with giants like Toyota and BMW. Discover how Janine transformed her insight into a...

Join host Roger Pierce on The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast as he engages with Patrick McCaully , founder of Pointman News Creation and a public relations virtuoso.    In this revealing episode, Patrick shares his transformative journey from journalism to the founding of his PR firm, showcasing how a deep understanding of media can lead to groundbreaking campaigns.  Discover the secrets behind creat...

In this episode, host Roger Pierce interviews Andrew Jenkins , CEO of Volterra Digital who shares his amazing entrepreneurial journey from starting an e-commerce menswear business in 1995 to establishing a specialized social media and social selling firm.  Andrew shares the lessons learned through failures, the evolution of his business into a retainer-based model offering outsourced social media...

Are you teetering on the edge of starting your own business but find yourself overwhelmed by the what-ifs? Dive into The Unsure Entrepreneur Podcast with your host, Roger Pierce to unravel the mysteries of entrepreneurship.  This podcast is your compass in the world of self-employment, guiding you through the highs and lows of starting a small business. With over 30 years of entrepreneurial experi...