The Catholic Economy, Part 3: How to Handle Losing Your Job For Conscience Reasons

The Catholic CEO recently held a workshop for people who have lost their jobs, or may soon lose their jobs, for conscience reasons.

The workshop had 3 tracks.

1. Stay and Fight -The speaker was John Carpay, president and founder of the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

• John gave practical steps people can take to fight for your conscience rights in the workplace.
• He also gave some hope to the participants through his wisdom and experience in these matters.
• Visit the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms website.

2. Find a New Job

• Speakers were Donna Crombie, coach, mentor, and career counsellor; and Michelle Dunne, Catholic strengths coach.
• Donna gave insight into how to tap into the hidden job market, where most of the jobs are available. She also gave tips on interviewing and resume building. -
• Get help from Donna
• Michelle helped people to transition into a new job by offering a way to help people know their strengths and weaknesses.
• Get help from Michelle 

3. Start Your Own Business

• Speakers were Henry Kutarna, The Catholic CEO, and Joseph Mastrangelo, owner and roaster at Zelie Beans Coffee.
• Henry gave some practical steps to start your own business.
• Joseph shared his journey as a Catholic business owner who does not sell a Catholic product. He also shared how he lost his job amidst starting his coffee roasting business.
• Visit Zelie Beans Coffee 

St. Joseph, pray for us!