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## Import & Export — Learn the Model, Remove the Risk, Build the Business

Casual Learning & Support Session | LeaderSHIFT Community

There is growing interest in import/export as a business — but most people get stuck on the same questions:

• Where do I start?
• How do I avoid getting burned?
• How do I finance deals safely?
• How do I find real clients (not tire-kickers)?

This session is designed to answer those questions clearly and practically.

### 📌 Format (Two-Part Session)

First Hour – Foundations (Beginner Friendly)
This is a structured walkthrough for anyone who wants to understand the business from the ground up. We will cover:

• How the import/export business actually works
• How to structure deals using government programs and banks to reduce or eliminate risk
• How financing can be used properly (without putting yourself in danger)
• How to find clients and generate deal flow
• Common mistakes and traps to avoid

All attendees will receive a free booklet and resource package with the information needed to begin setting up their own import/export business.

Second Hour – Open Support & Deal Discussion (Optional)
This portion is for:

• People already working on deals
• Those who understand the model and want deeper discussion
• Anyone seeking feedback on a specific roadblock
• Individuals who want to offer insight, support, or collaboration

It becomes a collaborative, peer-supported environment rather than a formal presentation.

### ☕ Setting

This is a casual, low-pressure meetup held at Second Cup (Sheppard Centre, Yonge & Sheppard). Grab a coffee, bring your questions, and engage at your own pace.

No pitches. No hype. Just real knowledge, real structure, and real conversation.

This event is free to attend, but your RSVP is a commitment. To keep things fair for everyone, repeated no-shows may lose priority for future events.

I get a lot of messages from people who want to connect for different reasons—partnerships, potential investment, help building a leveraged business model, or job opportunities. This meet-up is a casual but structured way to meet in person, quickly understand what you’re working on, and determine clear next steps.

### 📍 Location

Second Cup
4841 Yonge St · North York, ON

### 🕓 Time

March 31th, 2026
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

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## 💵 Attendance Fee (Important)

• Free for job seekers only (if your primary purpose is employment).
• $10 for business-related attendance, including:
• business model feedback / guidance
• partnership discussions
• investment-related conversations
• strategic support / “how do I move forward?” planning

If you’re coming for both job + business advice, it’s considered business-related and the $10 applies.

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## ✅ RSVP (Required)

Please RSVP so I can plan seating and manage time fairly for everyone.

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## What this meet-up is (and isn’t)

This is an intro + screening session designed to:

• meet you briefly
• clarify your direction
• identify fit
• suggest the next best step

This is not a full consulting session, a guaranteed job interview, or a promise of investment/partnership. Those decisions happen after follow-up, if there’s a fit.

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## Format / Timeboxing

To keep it fair, conversations will be timeboxed (approximately 5–10 minutes per person) depending on turnout.

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## What to bring (typed + prepared)

### If you want help with a business model

Bring a typed 1-page plan (rough is fine) including:

• what the business does
• who the customer is
• how it makes money
• what you’ve done so far
• what you need help with right now

### If you’re looking for a job

Bring two printed copies of your resume.

### If you want to partner with me

Bring a typed outline including:

• your concept (clear + simple)
• your responsibilities (what you will personally do each week)
• your expectation of my responsibilities
• what success looks like (timeline + goals)

### If you’re seeking investment (or want to discuss it)

Bring a typed summary including:

• what traction you have (sales/users/LOIs/partnerships—anything real)
• how much capital you’re seeking
• exactly how the funds would be used
• why you’re the person/team to execute

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If this sounds like you, join me at Second Cup on March 31 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM.

If you are looking for a job, please use the meetup messaging feature to message me and I will add you to the event.

## Business Planning, Decision Making, and Communication — Learn the Structure, Reduce Mistakes, Build Better Results

Casual Learning & Support Session | LeaderSHIFT Community

Many people work hard in business — but still struggle with the same problems:

How do I create a clear plan?
How do I make better decisions without overthinking?
How do I communicate properly with clients, partners, or team members?
How do I avoid confusion, wasted effort, and bad judgment?

This session is designed to answer those questions clearly and practically.

### 📌 Format (Two-Part Session)

First Hour – Foundations (Beginner Friendly)
This is a structured walkthrough for anyone who wants to improve how they think, plan, and communicate in business. We will cover:

How to approach business planning in a clear and practical way
How to break ideas into steps, priorities, and actions
How to make better decisions using structure instead of emotion or guesswork
How to communicate more effectively with clients, partners, staff, and stakeholders
How to reduce misunderstandings, delays, and costly errors
Common planning, decision-making, and communication mistakes to avoid

All attendees will receive a free booklet and resource package with practical tools and ideas they can use right away.

Second Hour – Open Support & Discussion (Optional)
This portion is for:

People working through a current business challenge
Those who want deeper discussion on planning, decisions, or communication issues
Anyone seeking feedback on a situation, roadblock, or opportunity
Individuals who want to offer insight, support, or collaboration

It becomes a collaborative, peer-supported environment rather than a formal presentation.

### ☕ Setting

This is a casual, low-pressure meetup held at Second Cup (Sheppard Centre, Yonge & Sheppard). Grab a coffee, bring your questions, and engage at your own pace.

No pitches. No hype. Just real knowledge, real structure, and real conversation.

This event is free to attend, but your RSVP is a commitment. To keep things fair for everyone, repeated no-shows may lose priority for future events.

Casual Learning & Support Session | LeaderSHIFT Community

There is growing interest in starting a recruitment business — but most people get stuck on the same questions:

How do I start?
How do I find real clients?
How do I get candidates without wasting time?
How do I fund growth safely and avoid common mistakes?

This session is designed to answer those questions clearly and practically.

### 📌 Format (Two-Part Session)

First Hour – Foundations (Beginner Friendly)
This is a structured walkthrough for anyone who wants to understand the business from the ground up. We will cover:

How a recruitment business actually works
Different recruitment models, including contingency, retained search, staffing, and niche recruiting
How to find clients and build a pipeline of real opportunities
How to attract, screen, and manage candidates properly
How to structure the business in a practical and low-risk way
Funding methods that may help support setup, operations, and growth
Common mistakes, weak points, and traps to avoid

All attendees will receive a free booklet and resource package with practical information to help begin setting up their own recruitment business.

Second Hour – Open Support & Business Discussion (Optional)
This portion is for:

People already building or operating a recruitment or staffing business
Those who understand the basics and want deeper discussion
Anyone seeking feedback on a specific challenge, deal, or idea
Individuals who want to offer insight, support, or collaboration

It becomes a collaborative, peer-supported environment rather than a formal presentation.

### ☕ Setting

This is a casual, low-pressure meetup held at Second Cup (Sheppard Centre, Yonge & Sheppard). Grab a coffee, bring your questions, and engage at your own pace.

No pitches. No hype. Just real knowledge, real structure, and real conversation.

This event is free to attend, but your RSVP is a commitment. To keep things fair for everyone, repeated no-shows may lose priority for future events.