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SUMMARY:LinkedIn Essentials: Build Your Presence and Connections
DESCRIPTION:Boost Your LinkedIn Profile and Attract Job Opportunities\nBoost your LinkedIn profile and attract job opportunities by joining this interactive and informative workshop tailored for today’s job seekers. \nIn today’s job market\, LinkedIn is one of the most powerful tools for job seekers. Whether you’re a recent graduate\, career changer\, or seasoned professional\, your LinkedIn profile can serve as your digital first impression. But is your profile working for you—or against you? \nThis session is designed to help you boost your LinkedIn profile and attract recruiters\, employers\, and industry professionals. You’ll learn how to strategically enhance key sections\, including your headline\, About section\, and Experience section\, to stand out in searches and showcase your unique skills and expertise. \nWhy Your LinkedIn Profile Matters\nLinkedIn acts as your digital handshake. It’s often the first point of contact for employers\, recruiters\, and professional peers. But is your profile doing enough to represent your skills\, value\, and potential? \nWhat You’ll Learn\nIn addition to strengthening your profile\, this session will teach you the importance of building a strong professional network. Discover how to connect with industry leaders\, hiring managers\, and peers in meaningful ways to expand your reach and uncover job opportunities in both visible and hidden job markets. \nSession highlights include essential LinkedIn strategies every job seeker needs to know: \n\n\n\nCrafting a standout headline\nWriting a compelling About section\nShowcasing your experience with purpose\nBuilding meaningful connections\nUsing search tools effectively\nPositioning yourself to show up in recruiter searches\n\n\n\nInteractive Q&A and Support\nThe session wraps up with a 30-minute Q&A and an exclusive opportunity to book a one-on-one appointment with an Employment Counsellor. (Limited spots available!) \nWhether you’re entering a new field or just want to sharpen your online presence\, this workshop is for you. Boost your LinkedIn profile and attract job opportunities—and take control of your career path today. \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. 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/boost-your-linkedin-profile-and-attract-job-opportunities/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Employment
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SUMMARY:NEW! Understanding Financial Statements: What Your Numbers Are Telling You
DESCRIPTION:Do Your Financial Statements Leave You With More Questions Than Answers?\nMany business owners are expected to “know their numbers\,” yet financial statements can often feel like a foreign language. In this workshop\, you’ll learn to read financial statements and understand what your numbers are telling you\, helping you make more informed business decisions with confidence. \nThis workshop breaks down the core financial statements every business owner needs to understand: the balance sheet and the income statement. We’ll walk through what each statement shows\, how they connect to one another\, and how to read the story your numbers are telling about your business. \nWhether you’re preparing for growth\, seeking financing\, or simply looking to make more informed decisions\, understanding your financial statements can help you move forward with greater confidence. \nWhat You Will Learn\n\nThe structure and purpose of the balance sheet and income statement\nHow the two statements relate to and reinforce each other\nKey financial ratios and what they reveal about a company’s health\, including liquidity\, profitability\, and efficiency\nWhat red flags and strengths to look for when reviewing financial statements\nHow to use this information to make better business decisions and communicate more effectively with investors\, lenders\, and partners\n\nWhat You Will Gain\nFounders are often expected to “know their numbers\,” but financial statements can feel intimidating without a background in accounting or finance. \nThis session demystifies financial statements\, giving attendees the confidence to read their own financials\, ask the right questions of their accountant or bookkeeper\, spot problems early\, and present their company’s financial story clearly and credibly when it matters most\, whether for fundraising\, loan applications\, or board meetings. \nBy the end of the workshop\, you’ll be able to better understand what your numbers are telling you and use that knowledge to support smarter business decisions. \nWho Should Attend?\n\nFounders\nEarly-stage entrepreneurs\nSmall business owners\nBusiness owners without a finance or accounting background\nAnyone who wants to better understand their financial statements and use them more effectively to run and grow their business\n\nIf you’re ready to stop guessing and start understanding the story behind your numbers\, this workshop is for you. \nSpeaker\nArtiom Rudenco\, CPA | Co-Founder\, A to Z Consulting \nPre-registration is required. This workshop will be presented in English. \nSign Up Here\n  \nAbout the speaker:\nArtiom is a CPA and co-founder of A to Z Consulting\, a bilingual accounting and advisory firm based in Montreal. He built his experience working with established Montreal CPA firms before launching his own practice. Artiom now supports businesses — including many early-stage startups — with bookkeeping\, financial statement preparation\, and tax and advisory services. He works closely with founders to help them understand their financial statements\, prepare accurate and investor-ready reporting\, and confidently present their numbers to lenders\, investors\, and stakeholders.  \nOnce you have registered for the online workshop\, 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. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \nDiscover our full range of services for entrepreneurs here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learn-to-read-financial-statements/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,French,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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