Four Lessons from Canadian Small Business Owners That Changed How I Lead

Small businesses represent 98% of all businesses in Canada, employing nearly 10 million people and contributing significantly to the economy. With over 1.29 million small businesses nationwide, they drive innovation and community vitality despite challenges like rising costs and tariff pressures. Many small businesses (over 70%) face management challenges, but resilience remains strong as 55% demonstrate increased stability in 2025.

Key trends show a slight decline in small business employment recently, but Canadian entrepreneurs persist with optimism and adaptability. A focus on customer-first leadership, authenticity, resilience through action, and fostering innovation through speed and simplicity defines successful small business leadership in Canada.

Katherine Emberly from TELUS Business highlights that thriving entrepreneurs prioritize their teams and customers, embrace vulnerability to unlock potential, build resilience through experience, and innovate rapidly without bureaucratic delays—offering leadership lessons directly from the front lines of Canadian entrepreneurship.

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