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WEEK 1: Reinventing yourself in a new country - conversation with Neelam Advani
Building resilience in difficult and uncertain times and finding soft and transferable skills that improve employ-ability. Thursday, October 1, 2020 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm
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WEEK 2: Public Speaking for Professional
Overcome the fear of public speaking and become confident speakers. You will learn 14 public speaking tips & techniques in order to become persuasive speakers, improve stage presence, and develop self-confidence. Tuesday, October 6th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm
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Action Plan Development / vision board
The importance of goal setting. Learn why setting goals is an important part of your success and ways to go about doing that. Thursday, October 8th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm
WEEK 3: Money Basics for Newcomers
Participants who are new to Canada will learn about the banking and credit system as well as how to avoid debt and scams. October 13th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm.
Introduction to Emotional Intelligence and its impact on workplace success
Nowadays there is a lot of focus on the importance of EI in navigating the workplace dynamics and succeeding on the job. Trisha will be delivering an introduction on EI and talking about the importance of identifying and managing your emotions to succeed in the workplace. Thursday, October 15th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm
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WEEK 4: Presentations that impress: Using Power Point/Prezi
PowerPoint is a persuasive tool for businesses to use, but it also has to be managed wisely. October 20th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Borrowing 101: Financing Basics
Participants will learn about the various types of financing including secured, unsecured, joint, secondary and short term/high interest credit. They will also learn about leasing versus buying a vehicle, mortgages and students loans. October 22th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm
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WEEK 5: Workplace diversity and inclusion (Conflict Management)
Diversity in Canada extends beyond race and ethnicity but spans language, gender, religious affiliations, sexual orientation, abilities and economic status. One area where diversity is often discussed is in the labour market. Thursday, October 29th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM
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WEEK 6: Job Search Strategies for Success
Tuesday, November 3rd from 5:30 - 7:00 PM
- Foreign Credential Recognition - WES and ICAS are two well known organizations that offer credential assessments. For more information on obtaining foreign credential recognition, contact the Foreign Credentials Referral Office
- Lack of Canadian Work Experience - Consider working in a related job in your field so that you can continue to learn about your profession or industry. Be prepared to accept entry level positions in the field of choice, so that you can establish yourself in Canada.
Tips to ace your interview - Learn the Employer's Perspective
The job interview is a chance to connect the dots and determine whether a candidate is really qualified for a job. Participants will learn what the employers want and how to prepare to ace the interview.
Thursday, November 5th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM
WEEK 7: Improv Workshop for Job Seeking (Focus: Interviewing, Networking & Team Building)
Purpose is to learn how to communicate effectively and overcome the fear of participating in professional interviewing and networking events. Tuesday, November 10th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM
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Negotiation skills
What happens after a job offer has been presented. Thursday, 12th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM
WEEK 8: Irregular Income
Participants will learn how to manage irregular income. Tuesday, November 17th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Building Your Online Presence
Learn ways to build your online presence and credibility through social channels, networks and content. Thursday, November 19th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM
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