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Network & Learn: Imposter Syndrome Be Gone!
Nov
16
6:30 PM18:30

Network & Learn: Imposter Syndrome Be Gone!

Our Network & Learn: Imposter Syndrome Be Gone! event is an exciting opportunity to learn and networ. Grow, connect and succeed with us!

An exciting event for our community, we’ll spend a fun and engaging evening learning how to overcome imposter syndrome once and for all. Our guest speakers will discuss strategies and proven tactics that help professional and business women be their best selves and shine - every time!

Afterwards, we break out in room to network in small groups with a supportive community of women - when you win, we all win! You learn, make connections, and get yourself set up to level up your future.

  • Fee for Members: Included in membership package

  • Fee for non-Members: $15

Stay tuned for additional details - you won’t want to miss this!

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Elevator Pitches + Speed Networking
Aug
19
6:30 PM18:30

Elevator Pitches + Speed Networking

Our Elevator Pitches + Speed Networking event is an exciting opportunity to learn and practice. Grow, connect and succeed with us!

An exciting event for our community, we’ll spend a fun and engaging evening learning how to craft the perfect pitch for success in the virtual world - whether for your business or your career. We then set you up to make those connections you need and help you practice your networking skills through 1x1 rooms! Practice, practice, practice is the name of the game. You learn, make connections, and get yourself set up to level up your future.

  • Fee for Members: Included in membership package

  • Fee for non-Members: $15

Stay tuned for additional details - you won’t want to miss this!

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LinkedIn Revamp + Speed Networking
Jul
9
6:30 PM18:30

LinkedIn Revamp + Speed Networking

Our LinkedIn Revamp + Speed Networking event is an exciting opportunity to learn and practice. Grow, connect and succeed with us!

An exciting event for our community, we’ll spend a fun and engaging evening learning how to revamp your LinkedIn profile for success - whether for your business or your career. We then set you up to make those connections you need and help you practice your networking skills through 1x1 rooms! Practice, practice, practice is the name of the game. You learn, make connections, and get yourself set up to level up your future.

  • Fee for Members: Included in membership package

  • Fee for non-Members: $15

Stay tuned for additional details - you won’t want to miss this!

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International Women's Day Brunch
Mar
8
12:00 PM12:00

International Women's Day Brunch

International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate the continued achievements of women, reflect on progress made, and rejoice in solidarity! It is an opportunity to acknowledge the social, economic, cultural and political advancements of women.

Join us at BMO stackt for an afternoon of educating, supporting and celebrating through networking and discussions. Enjoy a yummy brunch with a diverse group of individuals!

Our 2 Speakers will unpack “Collaboration vs. Competition”, will unpack the why’s and how’s of applying ‘inclusionary, pay-it-forward-leadership’.

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Networking + Workshop Event: PITCH YOUR WAY TO SUCCESS!
Aug
22
6:30 PM18:30

Networking + Workshop Event: PITCH YOUR WAY TO SUCCESS!

Whether you are an entrepreneur or business owner looking for clients, collaborators, or employees; a job searcher, newcomer or career changer looking for work or inspiration, or a connector looking to expand their network or knowledge, we look forward to hosting you.

Our networking events provide a great opportunity for young professional women to connect and be inspired. Does networking make you anxious? Don't worry! The YWiB team will be on hand to mingle alongside you to help you make meaningful and relevant connections. Whether this is your first time networking or your 10th, we guarantee you will enjoy your time with us. Our relaxed, non-judgmental and welcoming environment lets even those who consider themselves 'bad' at networking, shine and be their best selves.

Also, at this event, you'll learn pitch frameworks tailored for women-identified leaders and practical skills for getting your message across. Our guest speaker Niduk D'souza will share her experience with pitching and best-practices you can apply to your own pitch. We will also be joined by Abhi Bhatia who will explore aspects of self-awareness as it relates to her life and journey.

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Personal Presentation for Success: A Public Speaking Workshop
Oct
18
6:30 PM18:30

Personal Presentation for Success: A Public Speaking Workshop

YWiB Toronto invites you to an interactive hands-on workshop where you will learn the tools and strategies that will help you to build trust, credibility and connect with small and large audiences. From basic speech structure and body language, to turning fear of speaking into fuel for your presentations, our facilitators will guide you through techniques to develop a presence that inspires others and commands attention.

Practical and interactive, the workshop content applies to a variety of situations such as telling your story, delivering a 30-second elevator speech, doing a work presentation, or pitching to a potential investor.

We are glad to have Roxana Radulescu and Jerako Wendt as our two expert facilitators for the two-session hands-on workshop, highlighting and demonstrating the basics and essentials of public speaking.

Roxana Radulescu is the Founder of All Personal, a bespoke training and coaching agency. She helps individuals (re)discover and work-out their personal skills ‘muscles’, so they increase their self-awareness and improve their confidence, impact, relationships, and ultimately, quality of life. She trains and coaches executives, business owners and professionals on practical techniques that they can easily apply in any area of their life, with a strong focus on communication (verbal and non-verbal), change, feedback, presenting & speaking, team & self management, teamwork, leadership, coaching & mentoring.

Jerako Wendt is a sought-after storyteller, award winning distinguished Toastmaster, community leader, and humanitarian. After obtaining her B.A. Honors in English, she pursued a career as an actor; only to return to school to become a producer, paralegal, and mediator amongst other things. She leverages her storytelling powers in various arenas: creating films; writing books; mediating human rights disputes; facilitating workshops, and delivering inspiring and informative speeches across North and South America. Jerako is also the founder and co-chair of Building Beyond Borders, a not-for-profit organization that helps rebuild schools in the Caribbean and South America. She’s currently pursuing a law degree, completing her Masters in English Literature, writing her second book, and preparing to launch her vlog on December 3rd, 2018.

DETAILS

When: Thursday, October 18, 2018

Where: Tangerine Bank, 221 Yonge Street, Toronto

Tickets: Early bird tickets are priced at CAD $10 and will be available until Monday, October 1st, 2018.

SCHEDULE

6:30pm | Doors open with 30 minutes for registration check-in and networking

7:00pm | Concurrent Workshop Sessions begins

7:45 pm | Break and Networking

8:00 pm | Concurrent Workshop Sessions resumes

9:00 pm | Doors close

Please note: Since this is a hand-on workshop, we have limited seats available. The workshop consists of 2 sessions focusing on two aspects of public speaking. If you have an elevator speech or story to tell, please bring it with you.

Goodies, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. Also, you will receive a digital file with additional learning tactics and resources to help you along in your journey.

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 Crafts & Chats: A Night of Crafting and Personal Branding
May
31
6:30 PM18:30

Crafts & Chats: A Night of Crafting and Personal Branding

  • 130 King Street West Toronto, ON, M5X 1K6 Canada (map)
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Young Women in Business Toronto is partnering with Toronto workshop host Victoria Stacey of Handmade Jungle to launch and co-host her newest creative series, Crafts & Chats! Come prepared to mingle, chat, network, laugh and learn in this highly interactive and fun one-of-a-kind event.

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