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Idea to Action in 7 Steps
In a workplace landscape where working ‘smarter’ rather than ‘harder’ actually takes a lot of effort, the importance of making wise choices cannot be understated. Whether you’re starting a company from scratch or trying to generate new growth, there are countless decisions to be made on your path to success. Many obstacles to action are emotional. From a lack of inspiration to low self-confidence or being overwhelmed at the volume of work, paralysis is understandable. Read more to find out 7 actionable steps that can help break the paralysis.
November Client of the Month: Adriana Smith
Adriana Smith is a multidisciplinary artist and graphic design intern residing in Montreal, Quebec. She obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Intermedia/Cyberarts from Concordia University in 2020, where she explored the nexus of art and technology and honed her talent for creating unique and exciting visual work. Currently a flourishing participant in the first cohort of YES’ new CREATE: Career Readiness + Employability Advancement Through Education program, Adriana continues to develop her artistic practice, business acumen, and technical skills as both an artist and graphic design intern at YES and Presentation Matters.
October Newsletter
Welcome to October, a month of transformation and new beginnings! As the leaves change colors and the air turns crisp, we’re reminded of the natural shift from old to new!
Are you seeking new opportunities or tackling challenges in your career or business? We’re excited to offer a diverse lineup of workshops and events, both online and in-person, to assist you in achieving your professional ambitions.
The Pros and Cons of Remote Work
Until a few short years ago, the idea of working remotely was firmly planted in “must be nice” territory for most employees, with just 20% of people whose work could be done remotely actually working remotely. Fast-forward to the post-pandemic landscape of 2023, and remote work has become the new normal. But, as many employees are fast discovering, remote work arrangements have their pros and cons. It’s worth considering both before deciding what works best for you!
Winners of the 2023 ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Pre-Accelerator Program
Three months, countless hours of preparation, and one pitch: it all came down to the wire for 8 women entrepreneurs pitching for over $20,000 in prizes at the 2023 ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Pre-Accelerator Demo Day. The event took place on Thursday, September 29 at Desjardins – Montréal Centre-ville to a packed house of attendees from the Montreal business sector.
October Client of the Month: Nick Meireles
Nick Meireles is an example of a forward-looking hustler. A man and a groom that in two years has built a business to last! Nick started his business, Kleaniko in August 2021 to provide five-star hotel-quality residential and commercial cleaning services. Prior to this, Nick came to YES for guidance in discovering his true entrepreneurial self. At that point in time, Nick was neither fully aware of his potential nor completely understood his abilities. Find out more about Nick’s inspiring journey with YES.
September Newsletter
September means back to business! It also marks the transition from summer to fall and ushers in a new energy to keep us engaged and excited about the future!
Are you seeking a change in your career or business? With Fall upon us, we’re pleased to offer an array of exciting new workshops and events, both online and in-person, to assist you in achieving your professional ambitions. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, entrepreneur, artist, or job seeker, we have something special in store for you this month.
September Client of the Month: Karin Hazé
Karin Hazé’s artistic journey ignited during her childhood, fueled by an unquenchable passion for storytelling through the medium of cinema. While Karin’s artistic journey started as a childhood fascination, it quickly transformed into a purpose-driven path where storytelling and cinema became her tools for change, her means of advocating for a more just and equitable society.
August Newsletter
A new month, a new beginning and a fresh start! Welcome to August! As we embrace the dog days of summer, we have an exciting lineup of events that we can’t wait to share with you. Whether you’re an art lover, an entrepreneur, an artist, or a job seeker, we have something special in store for everyone.