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SUMMARY:Idea Generator: Kickstart Your Business Journey
DESCRIPTION:  \nKickstart Your Business with Creative Problem-Solving\n  \nAre you ready to turn your ideas into impactful products and services? Join our Idea Generator Workshop to explore the 4 golden rules of business ideation for startups and unlock your entrepreneurial potential. This two-hour session offers a step-by-step guide to mastering the ideation process\, designed specifically for startups and aspiring entrepreneurs. \n  \nWhat You’ll Learn in the Workshop\n  \nWhat is ideation\, and why is it essential for entrepreneurs? It begins with identifying a problem worth solving. In this workshop\, you’ll learn to pinpoint pivotal areas demanding your creative focus and engage in hybrid brainstorming to generate innovative solutions. Finally\, we’ll guide you through developing actionable plans to bring these solutions to life. \nIn an interactive and collaborative setting\, participants will explore practical tools and strategies to tackle challenges and create meaningful offerings. Whether you’re launching a startup or refining a business concept\, this workshop equips you with the skills to succeed. \nWorkshop Highlights: \n\nUnderstand the ideation process and its relevance to entrepreneurship.\nDiscover how to identify key problems and generate creative solutions.\nLearn brainstorming techniques to expand your ideas.\nBuild actionable plans to transform concepts into reality.\n\n  \nBy the end of the workshop\, you’ll have a clear\, actionable vision to jump-start your business venture. Don’t miss this opportunity to take the first step in your entrepreneurial journey. \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is available in person as well as an online\, live-streaming webinar and is available in English only. \n\nRegister Now to Jump-Start Your Business!\n  \nRegister Now!\n  \n  \nIf you registered for the in-person workshop\, please arrive at the YES office\, located at 666 Sherbrooke Street West\, 7th floor\, 15–30 minutes before the workshop begins. \nFor online participants\, 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.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/business-ideation-for-startups/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Money Matters: Tax Tips for Artists
DESCRIPTION:  \nTake Control of Your Finances with These Essential Tax Tips for Artists!\n  \nTax season doesn’t have to be stressful! Whether you’re a self-employed artist\, creative\, or entrepreneur\, this online workshop will equip you with essential tax tips for artists to help you navigate your income tax return with confidence. Join Susanna Oreskovic\, CPA\, on Wednesday\, February 18\, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM\, for this informative session tailored to the unique needs of artists and creatives. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nThis workshop will guide you through the essentials of tax preparation\, including: \n\nIncome Reporting: Understand how to report freelance\, employment income\, grants\, and royalties.\nDeductions and Credits: Discover allowable expenses and credits that can maximize your tax savings.\nRecord Keeping: Learn about the required documents and best practices for staying organized.\n\n\nWhy It’s Important\nFor self-employed individuals\, managing taxes can be complex. This workshop is designed to simplify the process by providing actionable strategies and practical tips to minimize income tax while ensuring compliance with tax laws. \n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis workshop is ideal for: \n\nSelf-employed artists\nCreative professionals\nEntrepreneurs looking to streamline their tax preparation process\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to master your taxes and take control of your finances. Reserve your spot now and make this tax season your most confident yet! \n\nRegister Today!\nDon’t miss this opportunity to master your taxes and take control of your finances. Reserve your spot now and make this tax season your most confident yet! \nReserve Your Spot!\n  \nAbout the Speaker\nGuest speaker: Susanna Oreskovic\, CPA  \nAbout the speaker\n Susanna Oreskovic is a CPA tax specialist with over twenty years of experience.  An artist herself\, she understands the challenges of artist entrepreneurs and is dedicated to help artists feel more confident in their tax and fiscal matters. www.susannaoreskovic.com   \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\nPre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and is available in person as well as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nIf you registered for the in-person workshop\, please arrive at the YES office\, located at 666 Sherbrooke Street West\, 7th floor\, 15–30 minutes before the workshop begins. \nFor online participants\, 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. \n*This low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/tax-tips-for-artists-2/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
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