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Three amazing learning events, plus franchisee support and lessons from Hollywood.
September 19, 2016

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Three amazing learning events, plus franchisee support and lessons from Hollywood.

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Are You Ready To Sharpen Your Business and Career Skills?

There’s a great line in that 90’s movie, You’ve Got Mail, where Tom Hanks says to Meg Ryan that he’d love to send her a bouquet of freshly sharpened pencils. While he had romance on his mind, I think anyone who enjoys autumn will relate to his impulse to celebrate the back-to-school season, buckle down to work, and embrace the changing season. Tom Hanks plays a cut-throat businessman in the film, but he ends up learning a lot along the way – just like any business owner or employee who’s determined to succeed! This autumn, we’re embracing learning as well – from supporting franchisees to being part of some very special events.

UNIQUE SUPPORT FOR FRANCHISEES 

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Owning a franchise can be an incredibly exciting business move. The chance to be part of something successful, the opportunity to own your own business, the idea of making your mark on your community – this is why franchises are so popular. However, selling or buying a franchise can be an intimidating process. That’s why we’re proud to be offering assessments for franchisees.  We’ve been helping owners and owners-to-be identify red flags, understand all their options, suggest possible solutions, and make informed decisions. This is one of the biggest decisions of your life – shouldn’t you have some support?

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Let’s grow our businesses and careers together! Women’s Small Business Expo I’m presenting at three amazing events in October – and I hope to see you many of you there! I’m a panelist at the upcoming Immigrant Women’s Small Business Expo (October 1st at the Westin Hotel). Together with Meagan Tanner of Google and Barbara Laurenstin of Rogers TV as moderator, we’ll discuss “Globalization and Your Business.”

Find out how to expand your business beyond the borders and what resources are available in Ottawa.  Advice for Better Hiring Workshop I’ll be leading a workshop, “Advice for Better Hiring,” hosted by the Orleans Chamber of Commerce (October 20th). This session is geared towards the unique needs of small businesses that don’t have the benefit of full-time, in-house HR expertise – perfect for any growing business!

WISE Choices and Transitions I’ll be participating in Session #2: “WISE Choices and Transitions” (October 5th at Carleton University) at the Mentor STEM Leaders Program – a six-session program designed to support the professional and personal development of female post-secondary students and post-doctoral research fellows in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM). Participants will learn from and exchange insights with women in established careers, professional coaches and HR specialists and will expand their network of peers. Let’s Chat! Whether you are interested in improving your own career or strengthening your team, you’re in the right place.

Please feel free to get in touch via TwitterFacebookLinkedIn or email helen@ioadvisory.com  I’d love to be able to help!

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