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We’d like to start this week off with a moment to honour all those who have passed away from COVID-19, and to offer a message of love, compassion and support to their friends and families.
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Here at GYB, we took immense comfort from the beautiful music in
Andrea Bocelli’s solo Easter performance
. Played to an empty Duomo Cathedral of Milan, it sent a message of healing and hope to all those around the world.
We encourage everyone to listen to this incredible performance – may it be a beacon of light, a reminder of beauty, and a chance for us to connect in our humanity and in our loss.
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First, an update from Trudeau
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Starting with changes to the
Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)
– the government has
loosened the eligibility restrictions
to include seasonal workers without jobs, those who have exhausted their EI benefits since Jan.1, as well as workers whose hours have been drastically cut but who still have income. Now, those who are making up to $1,000 a month will qualify for the $2,000-a-month benefit.
Plus…
comprehensive info on all three claiming periods have been released. A full table outlining each claiming period, the required reduction in revenue and the reference period for eligibility
is available here
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The pandemic is new to all of us – to adapt to effectively, we must lean on the wisdom of others. Here are some points to remember as we navigate the crisis.
Inclusive Leadership.
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Now is a time for leaders to think about what type of leader they need to be for all of their workers, especially the most vulnerable and marginalized”
– read on for essential guidance on
how to be an inclusive leader through a crisis
.
Climate Change in a COVID-19 world.
Canadian Club Toronto is hosting a
virtual expert panel
to discuss the climate crisis in the context of the pandemic. How can we continue to build on progress? What steps must we take in the future? Join them on April 22
nd
– you can
register for free here
.
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With all this extra screen time, our eyes are working overtime. If your peepers aren’t up for a lengthy article, try a quick video instead.
Everything you need to know about wearing masks
. Should we be wearing them? Can we make our own? Dr. Seema Yasmin answers your questions in this
4-minute video
.
Making sense of mortality rates.
With so many numbers out there, sometimes
a quick video
is all you need to understand what’s going on.
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Uplifting photos, internet challenges and trending stories – some light content for your weekend reading.
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Put the work in workout. GYB member Susan Kabani found a social distancing workout method that goes well with checking emails. Now presenting, the
Outdoor Gym-desk.
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Quinn the Quarantine Fox has taken the internet by storm. People are loving this
home-safety mascot, created by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission
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Local challenge.
Libraries on the North Shore of Vancouver have created a
book cover challenge
- they’re calling on people to recreate their favourite book covers and post them to social media with the hashtag #bookcoverchallenge. Search the tag or
click this link to see some pretty accurate recreations.
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Navigating uncertainty
. Don’t let it paralyze you –
this article shares three habits
that will help you develop what the author calls “uncertainty capability”.
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While it might be hard to even think about what the post-Covid world will look like, slowly but surely, it will come. Here are some great resources to prepare you for this impending transition.
Hiring after COVID-19.
Drawn out hiring periods stifle productivity. For tips on a
quicker hiring process
, read this article by Carolyn Betts, Founder and CEO of Betts Recruiting. One suggestion: not vetting too much.
Stand out on social media
. Now is the time to push content, according to this article from Entrepreneur. Check out these
10 Instagram tools
designed to help you establish your brand’s narrative and increase engagement.
Emphasize your value online.
Your LinkedIn page should tell a story
-the story of your professional career. Share a compelling narrative with your network by taking these sage words of advice: know your audience, connect the dots for them, and write your own happy ending.
The changes that are here to stay
. With businesses across every industry resorting to video conferencing to maintain communication, there are some
virtual business practices that will be here to stay.
Expect mobile food pickups, e-learning options and online workout classes to stick around.
Laid off? Next steps.
As widespread layoffs leave many workers jobless until further notice, the horizons might feel a little less than sunny. But fear not –
there are steps you can take to help you pivot
, such as reaching out to your network.
Plus…a few resource hubs to reference as you look to the future
Tax for tomorrow.
Ernst & Young (EY) has put together a
monthly summary for Canadian Tax news
. Their focus: How could today’s tax news help you prepare for tomorrow? They also have tax alerts that you can subscribe to
here
.
What now?
Women of Influence
are answering that question with their
online hub for entrepreneurs
– complete with virtual events, advice from fellow entrepreneurs and a host of other resources and tools, it’s a great link to keep on-hand.
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Compassionate and creative leadership – that is what these inspiring GYB members are displaying as they work to do good in the face of the pandemic. In the midst of these challenging circumstances, each one has found a way to make a positive impact on the world around them.
Join us for another round of the GroYourBiz member spotlight!
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Melanie Ratnam
, CEO, Indaggo
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Melanie Ratnam
, CEO of Indaggo is using her small business to help healthcare organizations get the items they desperately need.
Using their web application platform,
Indaggo
will track healthcare facility needs, and correspondingly, mobilize a large community volunteer base to collect and deliver those essential goods. Further, Indaggo is working with volunteers and tailors to produce and deliver guideline-approved masks.
Through these efforts, Indaggo hopes to establish a sustainable flow of goods powered by donations from the local community. Not only will this secure critical supplies for health care workers, it will motivate neighborhoods to rally around the common goal of helping out.
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Amanda Ellis
,
Executive Director, Hawaii and Asia-Pacific and Director of Strategic Partnerships for the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Institute of Sustainability at ASU
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Amanda Ellis
is an expert in sustainable development, women’s economic empowerment and leadership. She sits down on a podcast with RELX’s Global Head of Corporate Responsibility, Dr Márcia Balisciano to discuss the
impact of COVID-19 on women and girls.
Listen to hear Amanda’s expert perspective on how the pandemic is impacting gender equality around the world.
Did you know…Amanda is also the co-founder of the
WE Empower UN SDG Challenge
, a global business competition for women entrepreneurs. This year’s challenge is coming up and there’s BIG news – they’ve
extended their deadline to April 26
th
, 2020
. Details on how to apply can be found
here
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Audrey Ple
, Owner, Magenta Marketing
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GYB member
Audre Ple
, Owner of
Magenta Marketing
, has partnered with an online volunteer project to produce and distribute 2,000 homemade masks to at-risk individuals, medical clinics and home support agencies in Vancouver.
The project, called
FTC Masks
, is a
volunteer effort to flatten the curve and keep frontline workers equipped with the tools they need. Inspiring work, Audrey!
News!
Another GYB member, Yvonne Hogenes, Designer & Owner
FirmaEnergyWear
answered the call to offer support. We love collaboration!
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Sylvie Peltier
, President, Red Letter Films
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As we all embrace life under quarantine, President of
Red Letter Films
and GYB Member
Sylvie Peltier
has some content that might just ease our confinement. Her and her partner Greg Nosaty will debut their upcoming documentary, titled
“Demystifying Cannabis”
, on April 20, 2020.
This engaging documentary seeks to enlighten viewers to the many aspects of cannabis, covering its medical and psychotropic components, addiction and harm reduction, legalization vs. decriminalization, and the ways in which our attitudes toward the drug have negative impacts on public policy.
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Don't miss these Freebies
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You can sign up for a
one-hour free trial virtual advisory board
with GroYourBiz. Just imagine having your very own professionally facilitated Peer Business Advisory Board! The trials will occur four times throughout the rest of the month - on April 22, 23, 29 and 30.
Easily register here!
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For more freebies here are some great services you can get for free right now.
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Tax Assistance. Get 30 days of free access to CCH IntelliConnect’s News Tracker, which provides daily updates on tax measures, cases and legislation you wish to follow. Provided through Wolters Kluwer,
you can sign up here.
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Activity guide for parents and kids.
The Mothers Matter Centre is providing parents with Stay ‘N’ Play guides. These weekly in-home schedules are full of parent-child activities and follow the HIPPY parent-child curriculum format. Completely free, they’re available at the link
here.
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We’ll see you here next week for a brand-new issue of TIPS for TOUGH TIMES.
While we’re away…
Catch up on the special guest appearance that occurred on UK Chair Emma-Jane Taylor’s Webinar, titled
Enjoying the Positives, During the Chaos
. On April 15
th
, poet Michael Bourton blessed us with an original poem that he wrote and recited live. Inspiring and heartfelt, you can listen to it
here
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To end the week on a funny note, we’re leaving you with this
hilarious clip
covering the trials and tribulations of isolating with family - it’s pretty much a guaranteed laugh. We hope you can relate, cause’ we sure did!
Enjoy that springtime sunshine!
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#togetherathome
#excelsior
GroYourBiz Ltd.
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