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SUMMARY:Career Decision Making and Self Assessment
DESCRIPTION:  \nUnlock Your Career Potential with Self-Assessment \n  \nYour professional identity is a key factor in shaping your self-confidence\, well-being\, and long-term career success. Making informed career decisions that align with your personal aspirations\, values\, and strengths is essential for building a fulfilling and purpose-driven career. But how do you uncover what truly drives you?  and turn those insights into actionable steps? Discover career self-assessment strategies and take control of your career journey by starting with the most important factor—you. \nThrough a series of engaging self-assessment exercises\, you’ll explore your professional values\, interests\, personality traits\, and skills. By identifying what you need and want in a career\, you’ll gain clarity and direction that can guide your next steps.  \nBeyond self-assessment\, this session introduces practical tools like decision trees\, pros and cons lists\, and informational interviews to help you make thoughtful and well-informed career decisions. Whether you’re at the start of your career\, contemplating a career change\, or looking to advance in your current path\, these strategies will empower you to translate your unique qualities into actionable career insights.  \n  \nPractical Tools to Make Informed Career Decisions\n  \nBy participating in this session\, you’ll:  \n\nUnderstand how your personal and professional identity influences career satisfaction. \n\n\nGain clarity on your values\, skills\, and aspirations through targeted self-assessment. \n\n\nLearn practical decision-making tools to evaluate career opportunities. \n\n\nDevelop a clear sense of direction for your career path. \n\nThis workshop offers the opportunity to reflect\, strategize\, and set a course for success—all from the comfort of your home.  Join us and discover career self-assessment strategies and how to align your career choices with your true self. \n  \nRegister today to unlock valuable insights that will shape your future! \n  \nPre-registration is required. \nRegister Now\n\nThis workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions 1 hour prior to the start time of the workshop. \nFind out more about our services for job seekers here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/career-decision-making-self-assessment/2025-05-06/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Employment,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Sessions for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:  \nGet Expert Job Search Advice – Free Drop-In Sessions for Job Seekers\n  \nStruggling with Your Job Search? Unsure of Your Next Steps?\nGet expert job search advice whether you’re updating your CV and need expert feedback\, struggling to craft a cover letter that grabs employers’ attention\, or wondering how to make your LinkedIn profile stand out\, we’re here to help! Our free Drop-In Sessions for Job Seekers offer personalized guidance to help you navigate the job market with confidence. \nMaybe you’re preparing for an upcoming job interview and want to sharpen your responses\, or perhaps you’re worried about how to address employment gaps on your resume. No matter the challenge\, our experienced Employment Counsellors are ready to help! They can provide the insights and strategies you need to make a strong impression and land your next opportunity. \n  \nHow Our Free Drop-In Sessions Work\nOur 15-minute consultations give you direct access to an experienced Employment Counsellor. They can answer your pressing questions and provide practical solutions. If you don’t already have an Employment Counsellor or need last-minute job search help\, this is the perfect opportunity to get professional guidance. \n  \nWhat You Can Get Help With\n🔹 CV & Cover Letter Reviews – Learn how to tailor your application to stand out.\n🔹 LinkedIn Profile Optimization – Make your profile employer-ready.\n🔹 Interview Preparation – Get tips to answer tough questions with confidence.\n🔹 Addressing Employment Gaps – Learn how to position career breaks effectively. \n  \nBook Your Free Drop-In Session Today!\nTake advantage of this free job search support and get expert help when you need it. Don’t miss this chance to move forward in your career. Book your free Drop-In Session for Job Seekers today! \n📅 Available Monday – Thursday⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM📍 Pre-registration is required \n💡 Important: These sessions are open to Quebec residents only. \nSpaces are limited\, and booking is required. \nFor more information or to reserve your spot\, email us. \nFind out more about our Employment Services here.
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SUMMARY:NEW! SEO Fundamentals: Build Your Own Strategy
DESCRIPTION:SEO Strategy for Success: Build & Optimize Your Online Presence\nUnlock the Power of SEO and Drive Your Digital Growth 📈\nAre you a freelancer or startup founder on a tight budget? Building an SEO strategy for success is crucial to attracting clients and growing your business—without breaking the bank. In this interactive workshop\, you’ll learn from Jordanne Erichsen\, an entrepreneur who taught herself SEO and climbed to the top of Google rankings. \nWhy SEO Matters for Your Business\nSearch engine optimization (SEO) is one of the most cost-effective ways to increase visibility\, drive traffic\, and convert visitors into customers. A well-planned SEO strategy for success ensures that your business ranks higher in search results\, helping you stand out in a crowded market. \nRegister Today!\n  \nWhat You’ll Learn in This Workshop\nThis hands-on session will give you the tools to take control of your SEO and start seeing results. You’ll discover how to: \n🔍 Craft an SEO Strategy That Works\n\nDevelop a clear\, goal-driven SEO plan tailored to your business needs.\nUnderstand how search engines rank content and how to leverage it.\n\n✏️ Identify & Use the Right Keywords\n\nConduct keyword research to attract your ideal audience.\nOptimize your content with strategic keyword placement.\n\n🚀 Boost Your Online Presence—Even Without a Website\n\nImplement SEO techniques before launching a website to save time and money.\nOptimize existing web pages and expand reach through landing pages and blogs.\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis workshop is perfect for:✅ Freelancers looking to grow their client base✅ Startup founders aiming to increase brand visibility✅ Entrepreneurs wanting to master SEO without a big budget \nNo prior SEO experience? No problem! This session is designed for beginners and includes actionable steps you can implement right away. \nJoin Us & Start Optimizing Your Business Today!\nDon’t miss this opportunity to build an SEO strategy for success and take charge of your online presence. Sign up now and start growing your business with smart\, sustainable SEO techniques! \nClaim Your Spot!\n  \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program! \nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to generous funding from the Government of Canada\, Linen Chest\, and The Doggone Foundation. While not all our programs are fully funded\, we are committed to providing services either free of charge or at minimal cost. Thank you for choosing YES! \n*Please Note: Pre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live streaming webinar only.\nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours prior to the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour prior to the start time of the workshop. \n***************************************************************** \nStratégie SEO pour réussir : développez et optimisez votre présence en ligne\nDécouvrez les bases du SEO et prenez en main votre croissance digitale 📈\nÊtes-vous un.e freelance ou fondateur.rice de startup avec un budget serré ? Construire une stratégie SEO efficace est essentiel pour attirer des clients et développer votre activité—sans exploser votre budget. Dans cet atelier interactif\, vous apprendrez aux côtés de Jordanne Erichsen\, une entrepreneure autodidacte qui a maîtrisé le SEO et hissé son entreprise au sommet des résultats Google. \nPourquoi le SEO est-il essentiel pour votre entreprise ?\nLe référencement naturel (SEO) est l’un des moyens les plus rentables pour accroître votre visibilité\, générer du trafic et convertir des visiteurs en clients. Une stratégie SEO bien pensée permet à votre entreprise de mieux se positionner dans les résultats de recherche et de se démarquer dans un marché concurrentiel. \nInscrivez-vous maintenant !\n  \nCe que vous apprendrez dans cet atelier\nCette session pratique vous donnera les outils pour prendre le contrôle de votre SEO et commencer à voir des résultats. Vous découvrirez comment : \n🔍 Élaborer une stratégie SEO efficace\n\nDévelopper un plan SEO clair et aligné sur vos objectifs.\nComprendre le fonctionnement des moteurs de recherche et savoir en tirer parti.\n\n✏️ Identifier et utiliser les bons mots-clés\n\nRéaliser une recherche de mots-clés pour attirer votre audience idéale.\nOptimiser votre contenu avec un placement stratégique des mots-clés.\n\n🚀 Booster votre présence en ligne—même sans site web\n\nAppliquer des techniques SEO avant même de lancer un site web\, pour économiser du temps et de l’argent.\nOptimiser vos pages existantes et élargir votre portée grâce aux pages d’atterrissage et aux blogs.\n\nÀ qui s’adresse cet atelier ?\nCet atelier est idéal pour :\n✅ Les freelances cherchant à élargir leur clientèle\n✅ Les fondateur.rice.s de startups souhaitant accroître leur visibilité\n✅ Les entrepreneur.e.s voulant apprendre le SEO sans investir un gros budget \nAucune expérience préalable en SEO ? Pas de souci ! Cet atelier est conçu pour les débutants et propose des actions concrètes que vous pourrez mettre en place immédiatement. \nRejoignez-nous et commencez à optimiser votre entreprise dès aujourd’hui !\nNe manquez pas cette opportunité de développer une stratégie SEO gagnante et de prendre en main votre présence en ligne. Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant et commencez à faire croître votre activité grâce à des techniques SEO intelligentes et durables ! 🚀 \nRéservez votre place !\n  \nEn savoir plus sur notre programme ELLEvate pour femmes entrepreneures ! \nCet atelier vous est offert gratuitement grâce au généreux soutien du gouvernement du Canada\, de Linen Chest et de la Foundation Doggone. Bien que tous nos programmes ne soient pas entièrement financés\, nous nous engageons à offrir des services gratuitement ou à coût minimal. Merci d’avoir choisi YES! \nCet atelier sera animé en anglais\, mais inclura des sous-titres en français. \n*Veuillez noter : Une préinscription est requise. Disponible uniquement sous forme de webinaire en ligne en direct.\nUne fois que vous vous serez inscrit\, vous recevrez un courriel avec des instructions sur la façon de vous connecter quelques heures avant le début de l’atelier. Veuillez vérifier votre dossier Spam/Courrier indésirable si vous n’avez pas reçu votre courriel avec les instructions une heure avant l’heure de début de l’atelier.  \n  \n  \nAbout the speaker:\nJordanne Erichsen \nFounder of EXPRESS Voice Studio\nHead of SEO Outsmart Labs  \nJordanne Erichsen is the founder of Express Voice Studio\, Canada’s only platform dedicated to financial autonomy for emerging artists through connecting the public with them for private lessons. In 2014\, Jordanne launched The Singers Tension Podcast of which she is the host and director. \nJordanne holds a B.Mus majoring in Opera from the University of Regina. She went onto complete her M. Mus majoring in Opera at the University of Ottawa. Complementing her university training\, Jordanne has completed the BodyMinded Alexander Technique program out of Australia and over 500 hours of formal Alexander Technique training to assist with postural and tension issues in musicians. \nJordanne Erichsen is now a vocal coach\, singing teacher\, Entrepreneur\, and SEO specialist. She specializes in working with beginner singers\, those with pain and tension when they sing and speak\, and recording artists for their vocal power and longevity.
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