# Event Details - **Event Name**: Scaffold for Success: Prospecting Leads (Without Burning Cash) - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: Finding work shouldn’t mean throwing money at ads and hoping something sticks.About this EventFor 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.By the end of this workshop, you’ll leave with:A realistic mix of lead sources that fits where you’re at right nowA clear understanding of which lead-generation methods match your time, budget, and skill levelA simple, actionable plan to start generating leads immediatelyWhat you’ll learn:In this practical session, we’ll cover:What a lead actually is—and how it becomes a paying customerThe difference between cold, warm, and referral leadsHow follow-up, consistency, and value messaging impact conversionWhy not all lead sources make sense at every stage of your businessWe’ll break down the most common lead sources in the skilled trades and talk honestly about the time vs. money tradeoff, including:Networking (suppliers, other trades, trade associations)Cold outreach (door-to-door, calls, emails, job site visits)Social media (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn)Websites and SEOPaid ads and Google searchPrint ads, flyers, and signageTrade shows and local eventsReferrals—and why they shouldn’t be the only planThis workshop is ideal for:Folks currently working in the skilled tradesApprentices and journeypersons exploring independent workNew or early-stage contractorsTradespeople who want more consistent work without overspending on marketingNo sales or marketing experience required.Scaffold for Success Workshop SeriesThis workshop is part of Scaffold for Success, a 6-part series offered through the Venture Lab for Skilled Trades at Conestoga College. The series is built specifically to support people in the skilled trades with practical, real-world business skills, no business background required.Each workshop focuses on tools you can apply immediately to help you build a more sustainable, professional, and profitable trades business. There is no requirement to join all of the workshops in the series.You can attend individual workshops or take part in the full series to build a stronger foundation for long-term success in the trades. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kitchener/scaffold-for-success-prospecting-leads-without-burning-cash/100001986015803731 - **Event Categories**: workshops, business, exhibitions, digital-marketing - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Catalyst Commons - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Kitchener - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Catalyst Commons - **lat**: 43.4509118 - **long**: -80.5135779 - **full address**: Catalyst Commons, 137 Glasgow Street, Kitchener, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Scaffold for Success: Prospecting Leads (Without Burning Cash) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/98bd572eddcf3c44c0b4b75f183bf1b54c2a3520033c388259546faf54200f58-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1775716467 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Scaffold for Success: Prospecting Leads (Without Burning Cash) being held? - **A:** Scaffold for Success: Prospecting Leads (Without Burning Cash) takes place on Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Thu, 11 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Catalyst Commons, 137 Glasgow Street, Kitchener, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Scaffold for Success: Prospecting Leads (Without Burning Cash)? - **A:** Scaffold for Success: Prospecting Leads (Without Burning Cash) is organized by Conestoga College Entrepreneurship Collective. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Scaffold for Success: Prospecting Leads (Without Burning Cash) is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kitchener, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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