Workshop Details
Entrepreneurs face challenging demands.
Explore our course outline below to better understand how our workshop offers support, guidance, and practical tools for success!
SECTION #1
Getting Grounded
This first section explores the differences between being self-employed and being an entrepreneur. We will spend time unpacking the realities of being an entrepreneur; motivation, overcoming obstacles, and balancing competing priorities. This portion of the workshop will encourage attendees to do meaningful reflection on whether they are ready for the demands of entrepreneurship and/or to take the next steps in growing their business.
Getting Started
SECTION #2
The series of topics presented in this section of the workshop focus on the ground work needed to determine whether and how a business venture will be a viable going concern. During this section, there is particular emphasis on financial literacy and what is necessary to maintain financial health. Additionally, we will explain the realities of entrepreneurs paying themselves and why cash flow, not sales, is paramount. Finally, we will raise awareness and offer practical solutions relating to risk management.
Getting it Right
SECTION #3
With the groundwork done, this final section highlights the operational strategies and decisions needed on a routine basis. This section presents tools and frameworks for managing cash needs, effectively reaching customers, and getting products or services out the door. Managing growth and succession planning is often not considered until it’s too late; therefore, we will also explore what entrepreneurs dream of and often fail to plan for, getting out of the business successfully.
POST WORKSHOP SUPPORT
Upon completion of our virtual workshop, we also offer post-workshop support to further explore and refine business ideas or to determine the next steps in your entrepreneurial journey.
FAQs
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For the best seminar experience, the following is recommended:
Modern desktop computer, laptop or tablet with camera & microphone
High-speed internet connection
Most recent version of Zoom (free)
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This is hosted virtually to eliminate travel time and reach the widest number of Métis Citizens accross Alberta. Zoom is the leader in virtual communication, and offers a feature-rich experience for seminar participation. Although Zoom is available on multiple platforms, we caution participants from using a smart phone to engage in the seminar series. The experience is optimized for larger screens.
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We acknowledge that most participants have day jobs, including operating an existing small/medium business. Hosting the workshops on a rotating schedule model, including evenings and weekends, will support reaching the largest number of participants.
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Subscription to the entire workshop is required; curriculum and activities will be tailored to the attendees for whom space has been reserved - our community of learners depends on full participation!
In the event of an emergency, it is the responsibility of the participant to contact their Rupertsland Employment Coach AND info@metisentrepreneurs.com
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Participant needs and learning styles will differ; this, we embrace! In addition to the virtual workshop, post-session care is available via Office Hours.
Available to participants having completed the workshop
To request a session, an online form is accessible to participants; this includes a collection of information regarding areas of support required
Based on the information included in each request form, a best-match is made between the participant and a subject matter expert within the workshop delivery team
Office Hours are held virtually, at a time and virtual platform that is the best fit for the Subject Matter Expert and participant
Activities and meeting details are tracked and included in project reporting
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Registration requests are made through this website. The Rupertsland Provincial Projects Team receives the requests and distributes them to regional offices for review. If approved to participate, Rupertsland and the Workshop Delivery Team, will contact you to onboard you and provide all meeting links and access to virtual materials.
