This practical workshop will explain what a CRM is, and how you can use it to identify your target market, determine your sales process, and track your interactions and your clients’ engagement. You will learn options for how to use your CRM to be more productive and profitable, even when you don’t have a budget.
Gain invaluable insights into creating investment-worthy proposals, discover the right funding channels for your business, and unravel the mysteries of what investors are really looking for. Join us on this funding journey and turn your vision into a reality!
This workshop is the starting point for artists who are doing what they love but not quite making a living yet. We’ll outline the services and resources available to you at YES and from other arts organizations in the community, and touch upon key things to consider in building a career or business in the arts. Topics include: getting to know your industry, marketing/promotion, developing relationships with stakeholders, understanding the funding landscape and essential grant-writing tips.
In this session, you'll actively engage in self-assessment exercises to determine your professional values, interests, personality traits, skills, needs and wants. You'll then be guided on how to use decision trees, informational interviews, and pros and cons lists to make thoughtful decisions that will contribute to your career identity.
Designed for entrepreneurs and freelancers, this dynamic workshop focuses on honing your pitching skills. Through interactive activities and hands-on exercises, participants will learn how to craft an elevator pitch that is clear and compelling.
From standing out in your job interviews, to participating in workplace chit-chat, French for the Workforce goes beyond the basics and improves your professional French.
Learn essential tips and tricks for answering calls for submissions and submitting your applications. This workshop will also include special tips and insights on how you can apply to the 2024 edition of our What the Pop! Art Pop-up Exhibition Series.
Join us for an interactive workshop that will help you answer all the tough questions about how you can jump-start your business the right way. Save both time and your precious budget by strategically planning and building your blueprint for success.
Are legal information questions keeping you up at night? Take advantage of our free, weekly legal information clinics for entrepreneurs. 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.
Wondering how to register a business in Quebec? We will show you step-by-step how to register your business with the Quebec government, providing a legal framework to help you through the process. You will also learn about the benefits of registering your startup, and the different legal structures so you can decide which one is right for your business.
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.
In this interactive session, you’ll learn how to prioritize, break down daunting objectives into manageable tasks, maintain focus and stay on-track throughout your job search journey. This session will help you to gain clarity, create a roadmap to achieve your goals, and empower you to turn things around by creating and implementing effective action plans.