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SUMMARY:NEW! Is Self-Employment Right for You?
DESCRIPTION:Is Self-Employment Right for You?\nThinking about starting a business but not sure where to begin? This workshop is a practical workshop designed to help you evaluate whether self-employment aligns with your goals\, strengths\, and lifestyle before you take the leap into entrepreneurship. \nThis workshop is part of our Self-Employment as a Career Option series. Designed for individuals exploring entrepreneurship\, this three-part workshop series provides practical\, beginner-friendly guidance to help you understand what it takes to become an entrepreneur. Whether you already have a business idea or are simply curious about self-employment\, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence needed to make informed decisions about your next steps. \nDiscover if Entrepreneurship Is Right for You\nStarting a business can be exciting\, but it is also a major career decision. Entrepreneurship offers flexibility\, independence\, and the opportunity to build something meaningful. At the same time\, it comes with uncertainty\, responsibility\, and financial risk. \nMany aspiring business owners focus on their idea first. However\, successful businesses often begin with understanding the entrepreneur behind the business. Your personality\, comfort with risk\, financial readiness\, and long-term goals all play an important role in determining whether self-employment is the right path for you. \nWhat You’ll Explore\nAssess Your Entrepreneurial Readiness\nExplore the personal qualities and skills often associated with successful entrepreneurs. Learn how to evaluate your strengths\, motivations\, and tolerance for uncertainty so you can make a more informed career decision. \nUnderstand the Realities of Self-Employment\nGain a realistic overview of the opportunities and challenges that come with running your own business. We’ll discuss common misconceptions\, responsibilities\, and considerations that every aspiring entrepreneur should understand. \nLearn Essential Business Fundamentals\nYou’ll be introduced to key concepts that support business success\, including market research\, cash flow planning\, and basic tax considerations. These foundational topics will help you better understand what is involved in launching and managing a business. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis workshop is ideal for individuals who: \n\nAre considering self-employment as a career option\nHave a business idea and want to explore its potential\nWant to better understand the realities of entrepreneurship\nAre looking for practical guidance before starting a business\n\nGain Clarity Before You Take the Leap\nOne of the biggest challenges aspiring entrepreneurs face is uncertainty. This workshop will help you assess your readiness\, understand the fundamentals of business ownership\, and determine whether self-employment is the right fit for your personal and professional goals. \nBy the end of this 90-minute session\, you’ll have greater clarity\, practical insights\, and a stronger foundation for deciding whether entrepreneurship is the right next step for you. \nDate: Wednesday\, September 16\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM\nLocation: Online \nPre-registration is required. \nSign Up Here\nThis workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar and 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. \n \nFind out more about our services for job seekers here. \n 
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/find-out-if-entrepreneurship-is-right-for-you/
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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 business ideation for startups\, 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 English and as an online\, live-streaming webinar. \n  \nRegister Now to Jump-Start Your Business!\n  \n\nRegister Now \n\n  \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. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here. \nThe Community Empowerment Literacy Initiative (CELI) is sponsored by TALQ in collaboration with Literacy Quebec and funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Skills for Success Program.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/business-ideation-for-startups-3/2026-09-16/
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