Practical, interactive sessions designed to build real skills and confidence. Learn tools, techniques, and strategies you can apply immediately to grow your business.
This program is funded by the RBC Foundation as part of RBC’s Future Launch initiative and is offered through the Conestoga Entrepreneurship Collective at Conestoga College.
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Selling Yourself
Thu September 24th, 5:00 – 6:00pm
Being great at your trade isn’t enough, clients need to understand your value. This hands-on workshop helps skilled trades professionals clearly explain what they do, who they serve, and why they’re the right choice, so they can attract better clients and quote with confidence, without competing on price.
Catalyst Commons, 137 Glasgow Street
#Unit 210 Kitchener, ON N2G 4X8
Networking doesn’t have to feel awkward, salesy, or like you’re chasing work. For people in the skilled trades, the best opportunities often come from relationships —referrals, repeat clients, and being top of mind when work comes up. This workshop breaks down networking in a way that’s practical, realistic, and built specifically for construction and trade-based work.
Catalyst Commons, 137 Glasgow Street
#Unit 210 Kitchener, ON N2G 4X8
Many tradespeople underbid early jobs, confuse revenue with profit, or price based on gut feeling instead of a clear framework. This workshop is designed to help you understand pricing in a practical, trade-specific way so you can quote work with confidence and consistency.
Catalyst Commons, 137 Glasgow Street
#Unit 210 Kitchener, ON N2G 4X8
Most problems in the skilled trades don’t come from the work, they come from unclear processes. Missed details, scope creep, unpaid change orders, and client disputes usually happen when there’s no clear system from first call to final payment. This workshop helps you build a simple, repeatable business process that protects you, keeps clients informed, and reduces chaos on your projects.
Catalyst Commons, 137 Glasgow Street
#Unit 210 Kitchener, ON N2G 4X8
Finding work shouldn’t mean throwing money at ads and hoping something sticks. For many people in the skilled trades, lead generation feels confusing, expensive, or inconsistent. This workshop breaks down realistic ways to generate leads based on your time, budget, and stage of business—without burning cash or chasing every opportunity.
Catalyst Commons, 137 Glasgow Street
#Unit 210 Kitchener, ON N2G 4X8
Most tradespeople see suppliers as places to buy materials—but the right relationships can save time, improve quality, boost profit, and even bring in new work. This workshop shows you how to turn suppliers into strategic partners, not just vendors.
Catalyst Commons, 137 Glasgow Street
#Unit 210 Kitchener, ON N2G 4X8
