The best way to access the hidden job market is through nurturing professional connections via social media, volunteering, attending events and meet-ups. You will learn how to meet new people to enlarge your network, conduct informational interviews/coffee meetings, and successfully start and develop professional relationships.
In this interactive session we will provide you with valuable insights and practical advice to help you find work outside of your artistic pursuits that align with your skills and interests. Whether you're a visual artist, performer, writer, or any other type of creative, we hope that you can join us on October 12th for a collaborative event between the Arts and Employment departments of YES!
At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
Identify the main roles and responsibilities of the different actors involved in the day-to-day management (executive director, employees, freelancers and volunteers),
Identify the basic labour standards and pay equity rules in Quebec,
Implement policies and practices, such as insurance and waivers, to manage certain operational risks.
Are you a perfectionist? Do you find it difficult to receive recognition for a job well done? Do you often find yourself downplaying or minimizing your accomplishments even though the successes you’ve attained are legitimate? If you’ve answered yes, join us for this free workshop where we will be talking about how to better understand this all-too-common phenomenon and take steps to build confidence and validate your skills, strengths, and value!
Connecting your goals to a well-managed plan is a recipe for progress and ultimately, success! Join us to learn more about how to map out your career goals, manage expectations, and identify concrete priorities.
Give your business the boost it needs and watch it flourish into a successful, revenue-generating enterprise by implementing systematic and streamlined processes.
Learn the necessary steps to develop your startup ideas, evaluate their potential, test them with customers in real life, and avoid costly mistakes. Gain insight into funding options in Quebec that are available to you and receive guidance on how to organize, run, market, finance, monetize, and grow your new business.
Did you know that it is possible to make a living through your art practice? Join us as we reveal proven strategies and tactics to build a brand and earn an income selling your art. Learn how to leverage social media, galleries, art dealers, and more to find a wider audience and build your practice. It all starts with you.
Learn what steps you can take to prepare for an in-person, Zoom and phone interview so that you can make a positive impression on the interviewer. Find out which behavioral interview questions employers are most likely to ask, and how to answer them using the 'STAR' method.
Are legal information questions keeping you up at night? The last thing you will want to encounter is legal issues, so it makes sense to understand your legal risks and options. Our Legal Information Officer is available to provide information and answer questions related to business issues such as business structures, contract law, taxation, and intellectual property.
Are you ready to join a supportive and inspiring community of women who will empower and ELLEvate you throughout your entrepreneurial journey? We’re thrilled to offer you the space to connect with like-minded women and explore the valuable resources and tools we provide specifically for women in business.
Are legal information questions keeping you up at night? The last thing you will want to encounter is legal issues, so it makes sense to understand your legal risks and options. Our Legal Information Officer is available to provide information and answer questions related to business issues such as business structures, contract law, taxation, and intellectual property.