Dogs and Coffee
FOR WHEN YOU’RE ON THE CAREER HUSTLE
SOCIALS with Dogs and Coffee
Being on the job hunt is not all fun and games, but we’re here to ensure that our Dogs & Coffee community is definitely having some Fun (with a capital F!), as well as feeling supported and connected. So, introducing SOCIALS with Dogs & Coffee, a series of events which aim to do just that; provide inspiration, connection and a whole heap of fun throughout our brilliant network.
These events will give you, our amazing supporters, the chance to connect with each other, share stories, share advice and most importantly, just have a good time giggles with like-minded individuals.
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when
Thursday 18th March | 7.30pm
SesSion Length
1hr
Speaker /Practitioner
Description
You are not going to want to throw away your shot of joining this Social! We are teaming up with the incredibly talented Christopher Tendai, a dancer and choreographer whose credits span a variety of West End smash-hit musicals, including Hamilton! He’ll be guiding us through a dance to one of Hamilton’s biggest numbers, so we can channel our inner Angelica or Lafayette while moving our bodies and getting top tips from Christopher himself. The Dance-a-Long is open to ALL and will be a great opportunity for us to shake off the weekly stresses with some mood-boosting moves. So whether you are dusting off your leg warmers or have two left feet, join us on Thursday 18th March!
What do i need
Comfy clothes, a water bottle and buckets of enthusiasm!
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The Career Hustle - Friday 6th November
On Friday 6th November, Dogs and Coffee Network will bring together an ambitious and honest group of industry experts who hold a shared vision: 'to nurture and motivate talent'.
The Career Hustle is a FREE online event for anyone seeking work due to redundancy, or fear of redundancy, or simply trying to find answers to the 'wtf?!' of the here and now. Expect practical sessions and interviews wrapped up with a sprinkling of wellbeing, giving you help, tips and motivation.
Book as many sessions as you like the look of, we only ask that if you book, you tune in and of course, please spread the word.
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Time
10 am
SesSion Length
30 Minutes
Speaker /Practitioner
Maggie Supernova, Yoga teacher and burnout coach
Description
We're opening the day with a Mindfulness Meditation session, taking time to centre ourselves at the beginning of our day, acknowledge what’s come before, and taking a moment to be kind to ourselves as we turn our focus to the future. Totally suitable for complete beginners to meditation masters.
What do i need
A comfortable and calm place to sit without distraction. Comfy clothes recommended (cute dogs optional)
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Time
11am
SesSion Length
30 Minutes
Speaker /Practitioner
Mandy Cresswell, Executive coach
Description
It's often the voices in our head telling us 'no' that hold us back. The sense that you don’t belong, the fear that you won't get the job so why bother. Learn from one of the countries most experienced Executive Coaches as to how to overcome these feelings so that you learn to focus on the positives and move head.
What do i need
Positivity, pen, paper and be ready to tell those voices 'NO'
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Time
12pm
SesSion Length
30 Minutes
Speaker /Practitioner
Vicky Graham, Coach, Producer and Arts Consultant
Description
When the world feels topsy-turvy it can feel impossible to know where to start when looking for work. What would a great job look like? Who and what would bring out the best in me? What’s important? Identifying your values will give you a clear compass by which to find your way forward, and help you answer these questions and more.
What do i need
Pen, paper and a dose of focus
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Time
1pm
SesSion Length
40 Minutes (with questions)
Speaker /Practitioner
Dawn Farrow hosts George Wood (Founder and MD, The Luna Cinema) and Emily and LJ Keston (Joint Founders and MD of Keston and Keston casting and Stage Box)
Description
Starting from zero is scary but the reality for many in the current crisis. This panel will interview 3 business owners who have started from the bottom and created viable businesses in 'live'. Be ready for huge doses of inspiration! Questions accepted pre event via admin@dogsandcoffee.co.uk
What do i need
The ability to be inspired by others and learn from their mistakes
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Time
2pm
SesSion Length
40 Minutes
Speaker /Practitioner
Sarah Hunt, West End coach
Description
Do your career goals feel too big, scary or impossible? Not sure where to begin or which direction to take? STOP! Work with Sarah in this practical session to clarify your goals, overcome the overwhelm and walk away feeling empowered to take the next steps towards success.
What do i need
Come to the session with your ‘impossible’ goal and be ready to write like a Ninja
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Time
3pm
SesSion Length
45 Minutes
Speaker /Practitioner
Carmel Cardona, Stitch Your Parachute
Description
Being made redundant or experiencing precarity can be incredibly difficult, and it can be hard to remain 'can-do'. With years of experience building resilience in individuals, teams and organisations, Carmel will take us through the five pillars of resilience, giving you plenty of strategies and frameworks to work from. Turn your redundancy or experience of career instability into a springboard for success.
What do i need
Pen, paper and an openness to learn a lot in a short space of time
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Time
4pm
SesSion Length
30 Minutes
Speaker /Practitioner
Sharon D Clarke and Susie McKenna
Description
We are going to end the day with two seriously inspiring people. We can't wait to do our live 'Reality Check' Interview with Sharon D Clarke and Susie McKenna! We will talk to these industry leaders about resilience, their fears, ambitions and how they are staying positive in the current climate.
What do i need
Kettle on, feet up, it's end of day vibes with an inspiring leader