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SUMMARY:Where the Jobs Are Hiding: Uncovering the Reality of the Hidden Job Market
DESCRIPTION:Where the Jobs Are Hiding: Uncovering the Reality of the Hidden Job Market\nUnlock hidden job opportunities: Learn how to access the hidden job market and discover where employers are hiring. If you’re relying solely on online job boards\, you might be missing out on the majority of openings. Many of the best positions are never advertised—they exist in what’s known as the hidden job market. \nWhy the Hidden Job Market Matters\nAre you struggling to find good employment opportunities through online job boards? You’re not alone. While job boards can be a valuable resource\, many of the best opportunities lie within the hidden job market. The hidden job market is a realm of unadvertised positions that often go to those who nurture professional relationships. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nThis session is designed to empower job seekers with actionable strategies to uncover these hidden opportunities. You’ll learn how to create a strategic networking action plan to build and expand your connections\, meet new people\, and establish meaningful professional relationships. From conducting effective informational interviews to tapping into insider information about job openings\, this workshop will provide you with the tools you need to navigate the hidden job market confidently. \nKey Takeaways:\nWhether you’re just entering the workforce\, exploring a career change\, or looking to advance in your current field\, networking is an essential skill for success. This session will help you go beyond the limitations of job postings. Learn to take control of your job search by opening doors to new opportunities and creating lasting professional relationships. \nBy attending\, you’ll gain valuable insights into: \n\nIdentifying and tapping into the hidden job market.\nBuilding a robust professional network.\nMastering the art of informational interviews to uncover insider tips.\nDeveloping strategies to build and nurture meaningful connections.\n\n. \nWho Should Attend?\nWhether you’re just entering the workforce\, exploring a career change\, or looking to advance in your current field\, networking is an essential skill for success. This session will help you go beyond the limitations of job postings and take control of your job search by opening doors to new opportunities and creating lasting professional relationships. \nDon’t let your ideal job remain hidden. Join us for this engaging and interactive workshop to discover how networking can be the key to unlocking your next career opportunity. \nRegister today and start building the connections that will lead you to success! \nThis session will wrap up with a 30-minute Q&A and an opportunity to book a one-on-one appointment with an Employment Counsellor. (Limited spots available!) \nPre-registration is required. \nSign Up Here\nThis workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. This workshop is available in English. \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. \nPlease 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/learn-how-to-access-the-hidden-job-market/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
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SUMMARY:ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs: Make Your Mark Online
DESCRIPTION:Boost Your Digital Presence: Make Your Mark Online\nYour customers are searching for you—make it easy for them to find you. In this hands-on workshop\, ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs: Make Your Mark Online will guide you through building a professional online presence without the overwhelm. This session is specifically designed for women entrepreneurs who want clarity\, confidence\, and actionable strategies for showcasing their brand online. \nDate & Time: Tuesday\, Feb 3 • 12 PM – 1:30 PM\nFormat: Online. Presented in English\nCost: Free \nCraft a Consistent Brand Identity\nLearn how to create a cohesive brand identity that reflects your values and vision. We’ll cover design principles\, choosing colors\, fonts\, visual elements\, and using Canva to produce professional marketing materials. A consistent identity ensures your audience recognizes and trusts your business across all digital platforms. \nSet Up Key Online Touchpoints\nOptimize your LinkedIn profile\, set up a simple website or landing page\, and integrate other essential touchpoints. Strategically placing your brand online makes it easy for customers to find you\, engage with your services\, and remember your business. \nTell Your Story Authentically and Leverage AI\nCommunicate your story in a genuine and relatable way while aligning your messaging with business goals. Learn tips for using AI tools to support content creation\, saving time while producing high-quality posts and marketing materials. \nLeave With Tools You Can Use Immediately\nBy the end\, you’ll leave with a mini brand kit\, your first set of marketing assets\, and the confidence to show up online as the face of your business. Don’t miss this opportunity to ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs Make Your Mark Online and take control of your digital brand today. \n👉 Spaces are limited\, so don’t miss this opportunity to build your business foundation and set yourself up for success. \nReserve Your Spot!\nLet’s take the first step together toward transforming your vision into a thriving venture! \nLearn more about our ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs program! \nThis workshop is made accessible to you at no cost\, thanks to the generous support of YSpace: York University and Innovation\, Science\, and Economic Development Canada. 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. Presented in English. 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.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/ellevating-women-entrepreneurs-make-your-mark-online/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
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SUMMARY:NEW! Irreplaceable by Design: Shape Your Differentiation
DESCRIPTION:  \nBoost Your Business Strategy: Learn How to Differentiate and Position Your Brand \nTo grow effectively\, you need a competitive edge—and that starts with true differentiation. In this workshop\, you’ll Boost Your Business Strategy: Learn how to differentiate and Position Your Brand by identifying what truly sets you apart and why customers should choose you over alternatives. \nClarify the Real Value Your Business Delivers\nEvery successful business solves a meaningful problem. In this hands-on session\, you’ll pinpoint the “job” your product or service is hired to do and uncover the deeper value drivers behind customer decisions. By examining the outcomes your customers care about most\, you will gain clarity on the benefits that differentiate you in a crowded market. \nUnderstand Your Competitive Landscape\nDifferentiation requires context. You’ll map your competitive landscape to identify where your strengths lie\, where gaps exist\, and where opportunities emerge. This process helps you evaluate your position objectively and reveals ways to build a defensible space in the market—whether that’s through experience\, simplicity\, innovation\, or trust. \nTurn Differentiation Into Messaging That Works\nKnowing your advantage is one thing—communicating it is another. This session helps you turn strategic insights into crisp messaging that captures your value quickly and convincingly. You’ll also learn how to test your differentiation with customers\, partners\, and investors to ensure it resonates in real-world scenarios. \nWalk Away With Strategic Tools You Can Use Right Away\n\nA one-page Positioning Canvas\nA concise “Moat” summary outlining your competitive edge\nA draft value narrative tailored to your growth goals\n\nThis workshop is ideal for founders and executive teams seeking sharper messaging\, stronger pricing power\, and a more confident market position. If you want to build clarity\, stand out\, and position your business for long-term growth\, this session is for you. \nEvent Details\nSpeaker: Mario Ramadan\, Innovation & Differentiation Expert \nDate & Time: Tuesday\, February 3 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \nFormat: Online. This workshop is presented in English. \nCost: $20.00* \nSign Up Here\n  \nAbout the speaker: \nMario Ramadan founded Trailblazed Ventures Inc. and is a seasoned expert in innovation\, differentiation\, and design thinking. With over a decade of leading innovative projects\, he has a proven track record in managing emerging technologies\, developing user experience strategies\, and executing large-scale projects\, including AlUla’s Private Jet Hangar\, Al Manara Observatory UX plans\, and the first UNESCO World Heritage site in the metaverse.  \nMario assists entrepreneurs and organizations in scaling to become global innovators. His earlier achievements include guiding startup cohorts to win $330\,000 in competitions\, delivering market-ready products\, tripling donor funding for innovation initiatives\, and raising $30 million for various businesses. Mario created and launched “The Nucleus\,” a business accelerator ranked as the #1 in emerging markets in 2017 by Seedstars\, and has two national publications on entrepreneurship and innovation\, as featured in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor.  \nOne registered\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop starts. If you don’t see the email one hour before the start time\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \n 
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