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SUMMARY:Where the Jobs Are: Strategies for Getting Hired
DESCRIPTION:  \nStruggling with Job Boards? You’re Not Alone.\n  \nWhile job boards can be a valuable resource\, many of the best opportunities lie within the hidden job market—a realm of unadvertised positions that often go to those that nurture professional relationships.  Accessing this hidden market requires a proactive approach and the ability to leverage your personal and professional networks effectively. Discover hidden job market strategies and take control of your job search today! \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.  \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\, uncovering hidden job market strategies and creating lasting professional relationships.  \n  \nTake Control of Your Job Search Today\n  \nBy attending\, you’ll gain valuable insights into:  \n\nIdentifying and tapping into the hidden job market. \n\n\nBuilding a robust professional network. \n\n\nMastering the art of informational interviews to uncover insider tips. \n\n\nDeveloping strategies to build and nurture meaningful connections. \n\nDon’t let your ideal job remain hidden. Join us to discover how networking can be the key to unlocking your next career opportunity.  \n  \nRegister today and start building the connections that will lead you to success! \n  \nPre-registration is required. \nRegister Now\nThis workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour before the start time of the workshop. \nFind out more about our Employment Services here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/hidden-job-market-networking-tips/2025-02-06/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,Employment,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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SUMMARY:NEW! Networking and Self-Promotion in the Arts
DESCRIPTION:  \nNetworking and Self-Promotion in the Arts\n  \nAre you an emerging artist looking to strengthen your connections and promote your work effectively? Join a free workshop\, “Networking and Self-Promotion in the Arts\,” on Sunday\, February 9\, 2025\, at 2 PM at St. James United Church. This 90-minute bilingual session\, presented by St. James United Church and YES Employment & Entrepreneurship\, will give you the skills you need to thrive in the competitive art world. \n\nWhy Networking and Self-Promotion Matter\nIn the arts\, networking isn’t just about meeting people—it’s about adding value\, fostering collaborative relationships\, and becoming part of thriving artistic communities. This workshop will teach you how to build the right networks and promote yourself in ways that create long-term success. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nHow to develop the essential networks every artist needs.\nTips for balancing online networking with in-person connections.\nEffective self-promotion strategies to establish your credibility and expand opportunities.\n\n\nMeet Your Workshop Leader\nThe session will be led by Caroline Gauthier\, an experienced arts entrepreneurship coach at YES Employment & Entrepreneurship. Since 2022\, Caroline has been helping artists with workshops on topics like grant writing\, portfolio development\, and professional presentations\, along with networking and self-promotion. \n\nEvent Details\n📅 Date & Time: Sunday\, February 9\, 2025\, at 2 PM\n📍 Location: St. James United Church\, Churchill Room. Enter via 1435 City Councillors Street (side parking lot entrance).\n💸 Cost: Free! \n\nDon’t Miss Out!\nTake charge of your artistic career by mastering networking and self-promotion in the arts. This workshop is your chance to connect\, collaborate\, and thrive. \nFor more information click here. \nTo learn more about our services for Artists\, click here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/networking-and-self-promotion-in-the-arts/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artists,Arts,Daytime,Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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SUMMARY:Breaking Barriers: Building a Professional-Authentic Self-Brand for the +2SLGBTQIA Community
DESCRIPTION:  \nBREAKING BARRIERS Learn at Lunch Guest Speaker Series\n  \nBreaking Barriers is a free Learn at Lunch series designed and guided by a diverse group of inspiring and influential leaders who have risen above obstacles and paved the way for women and other underrepresented groups.   \nWhether you’re a newcomer to Quebec searching for community and belonging\, a woman striving to excel in a traditionally male-dominated industry like tech\, or a career-driven individual aiming for upward mobility\, these sessions offer a unique opportunity to glean insights\, gain mentorship\, and learn from women who have successfully navigated and conquered their career journeys.  \nJoin us for a transformative experience that will equip you with the tools and motivation needed to overcome barriers and thrive in your career path.  \n  \nBuilding a Professional Authentic Self-Brand: +2SLGBTQIA Career Empowerment\n  \nHave you ever felt torn between staying true to your identity and conforming to workplace norms? Building a Professional Authentic Self-Brand is an empowering session designed to help 2SLGBTQIA+\, BIPOC\, and newcomer professionals navigate these challenges and build a strong\, authentic brand in today’s evolving job market. \n\nWhy Authenticity Matters in Professional Branding\nBalancing authenticity and professionalism is no easy feat\, especially for those facing systemic barriers. Historically\, individuals have been encouraged to “mask” or suppress their identities at work\, leading to psychological dissonance and diminished safety. Research highlights the importance of embracing one’s true self to achieve workplace fulfillment and career success. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn in This Session\nLed by Jad Jaber from The Marginalized Majority Collective\, this session will explore tools\, techniques\, and strategies to help you: \n\nBuild a professional brand rooted in authenticity and empowerment.\nNavigate workplace challenges specific to 2SLGBTQIA+\, BIPOC\, and newcomer communities.\nCreate a personalized toolkit for career growth and embodied safety.\n\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis workshop is ideal for: \n\nMembers of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community seeking to align their professional and personal identities.\nBIPOC individuals aiming to overcome systemic barriers in their careers.\nNewcomers navigating the complexities of building a career in a new cultural and professional landscape.\n\n\nJoin Us and Build Your Authentic Professional Brand\nDiscover how to embrace your identity while thriving professionally. Gain the confidence and tools you need to navigate workplace challenges and achieve your career goals. \nRegister now for this transformative session and take the first step toward professional authenticity and career empowerment! \n  \nSign Me Up!\n  \nPre-registration is required. Available as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nFind out more about our services for job seekers here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/building-professional-authentic-self-brand/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Daytime,ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Employment,Virtual
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