Authenticity wins. 75% of customers choose their first language for business. Alberta's Francophone population grew 40% (2006-2021). Bilingual businesses see 15-20% more engagement. #BilingualBusiness #CustomerEngagement #Authenticity #FirstLanguage #BusinessGrowth
Growing up bilingual isn't just cool—it's brain-boosting! Studies show multilingual kids enhance cognitive flexibility and critical thinking. Unlock your child's potential with multiple languages at home or school. #BilingualKids #CognitiveSkills #BrainDevelopment #LanguageLearning
Unlock investment from France, Belgium, Switzerland—don't let it all flow to Quebec. A bilingual society attracts global business. French is the 5th most spoken language, boosting GDP. Embrace it beyond Quebec, even in Alberta. #Bilingualism #Investment #FrenchLanguage #GlobalBusiness #WesternCanada
Massive demand for French teachers and healthcare workers means job opportunities right away. Learn French and open doors to a fulfilling career. #FrenchTeacher #TeachFrench #JobOpportunities #EducationJobs
French on your site builds trust, even if you don't offer full French service. It bridges gaps & opens doors to millions of French speakers globally, increasing contact and business opportunities. #FrenchTranslation #GlobalBusiness #WebsiteTips #CustomerTrust #LanguageServices
Alberta's tourism sector thrives with bilingual staff! Tapping into the large French-speaking population boosts authenticity and mirrors successful European hiring—better service, broader appeal, real connections. #AlbertaTourism #FrenchLanguage #BilingualStaff #CulturalTourism #Authenticity
Alberta's French-speaking community and bilingualism are booming, creating unique business opportunities. Immersion schools are a key driver, fostering growth and connection. #Alberta #Bilingualism #French #BusinessOpportunities #ImmersionSchools
Discover how growing up bilingual supercharges your brain! From enhanced critical thinking to accelerated development, the advantages are undeniable. It’s never too late to learn a language. #Bilingualism #CognitiveSkills #BrainDevelopment #LanguageLearning
French fluency: your hidden advantage in banking and tech! Speaking French opens doors to unique career opportunities and higher earning potential. Don't underestimate this valuable skill! #SpeakFrench #CareerAdvice #BankingJobs #TechIndustry #AuthenticHustle
Episode 296 is a first for The Business Development Podcast – we finally dive deep into Canada’s French-speaking community and what most business leaders are missing. Kelly sits down with bilingual consultant Colin Fagnan, founder of Nyloc Consulting (and now Executive Director of the Fort Saskatchewan & Lamont County Regional…
Episode 295 is a raw and honest reflection on what five years of entrepreneurship have really looked like behind the scenes. Kelly marks the anniversary of Capital Business Development, his own birthday, and his son’s birthday by pulling back the curtain on the fear, uncertainty, and constant change that come…
In Episode 294 of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly sits down with the extraordinary Daniel Monzon, an entrepreneur whose story rewrites what resilience and leadership truly mean. Born with one arm and one leg, Daniel has spent his life climbing mountains both literally and figuratively, turning adversity into strength and…
Catapult Startups' Daniel Monzon shares powerful advice: make your weakness a strength! Standing out is a superpower, especially in business. Embrace what makes you unique and shine! #DanielMonzon #CatapultStartups #Disability #Inspiration #Motivation
Episode 293 follows the remarkable journey of Lucas Benjamin Schmidt, a biochemist from Germany who discovered business development by accident and transformed his entire life because of it. Lucas found The Business Development Podcast in late 2023, listened to every episode within days, and immediately applied the principles by treating…
Episode 292 takes you inside a powerful conversation with LinkedIn strategist Sam Swirsky, where Kelly uncovers what truly drives explosive growth on the world’s leading business platform in 2026. Sam shares his journey from blue collar beginnings to becoming one of LinkedIn’s most respected creators and strategists, breaking down the…
When you're in trouble, the right things often fall into place. Hardships make you tougher and shape you into the leader you become. The universe won't remove hardships, but they build resilience. #HigherPower #Resilience #Leadership #AuthenticHustle #OvercomeHardships
Episode 291 is a raw, honest, and deeply human exploration of what it means to trust the journey when life throws you curveballs. Kelly opens up about one of the wildest days of his entrepreneurial year — a morning that began with a gut-punch message from a major client and…
What would you do if you sold your company and had every opportunity to step back, but instead chose to build a vision aimed at changing the future of how communities thrive? In Episode 290, Kelly sits down with returning guest Jim Gale to explore his mission to transform the…
Tired of subscription overload? Start saving money today! Go through your subscription services and cancel unnecessary ones, big or small. Even $30-$50 monthly cuts add up! #SubscriptionSavings #MoneyTips #Netflix #PrimeVideo #FinancialLiteracy
Skip buying everything brand new! Explore Facebook Marketplace for deals on gear and cars. Save money without sacrificing quality. Prices are rising, but smart buys can help. #FacebookMarketplace #UsedGear #SaveMoney #SmartBuys #Deals
In this powerful Remembrance Day episode, Kelly Kennedy reflects on the legacy of his grandfather, a man shaped by courage, humility, and service, and explores the timeless truths that still define human connection today. Through the lens of personal history and Dale Carnegie’s century-old wisdom, Kelly reminds us that while…
Episode 288 of The Business Development Podcast features an inspiring conversation with Nathan Plumb, Managing Director of Fabled Solutions, an award-winning technology company transforming how businesses approach software development. Nathan shares his incredible journey from teaching across Europe and Asia to leading a fast-growing tech firm in Edmonton. His background…
Kelly shares how she gets so much done! By focusing on the 20% of tasks that make a big impact and using a move the needle list, she achieves exponential compounding of progress. It's not magic, just smart goal setting! #Productivity #TimeManagement #GoalSetting #AuthenticHustle #CatalystClub
Podcast hosts discuss the importance of focusing on the 20% of your work that delivers 80% of your results. Optimize your time to avoid unnecessary work. #TimeManagement #Productivity #AuthenticHustle #ColinHarms #KellyKennedy #VijayanSwaminathan
