Jarrod Goldsmith
Canadian Small Business Community Builder
From having created two unique niche business, as well as having attended literally thousands of hours of networking events, Jarrod knows a thing or two about what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur.
Whether you are already in business, considering launching a startup, hosting events or looking for additional opportunities for business growth, you will find great value in working with Jarrod to help you achieve greater entrepreneurial success.
Clients will benefit from personalized attention to analyze their business model, address needs and offer feedback, assistance, knowledge and useful contacts that will lead to business growth. Specialized areas of interest could include networking best practices, social media engagement/creation of new accounts (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn), event sponsorship, branding and marketing initiatives.
Clients will find this useful if they are launching a startup, looking to host/create trade show events and/or need to develop networking and social media skills. A variety of options are available to suit your particular consulting requirements so please contact him for more information.
Another option that is available would be for Jarrod to actually attend a networking event with you to promote your business and provide practical knowledge so you will learn how to successfully network and navigate a room.
Some of the skills you will acquire are how to integrate within the networking environment, the purpose of body language, appropriate questions to ask, how to disengage, best practices for following-up etc. You will benefit from becoming more confident in your networking endeavors by having Jarrod act as your personal mentor in such situations. Plus there is a good chance Jarrod will know people at any particular event and would be pleased to facilitate personal introductions.
Clients will find this useful if they are shy, uncomfortable attending events or are starting a new business but don’t know how to network effectively.
A natural public speaker, Jarrod has the ability to engage and energize an audience.
As a recognized leader in the field of entrepreneurship networking, Jarrod regularly provides seminars, workshops and Keynote presentations on such topics as what entrepreneurship is all about, self-branding, social media and networking.
Students, youth entrepreneurs, people considering launching a startup or staff who already attend networking events but are not achieving desired results will find a presentation by Jarrod to be extremely valuable.
eSAX (The Entrepreneur Social Advantage Experience) is a virtual entrepreneur networking community for small business. Using a new virtual event platform, eSAX has pivoted to hosting remote events for others.
See how eSAX events are changing the entrepreneur landscape in Ottawa!
With a YouTube channel of ~700 videos, eSAX helps others learn about entrepreneurship and networking skills.
Besides all the great networking and resources, eSAX also supports three charities, while helping to promote Ottawa’s entrepreneur ecosystem through the sale of eSOX.
Help support small business and the following local charities for each pair of eSOX sold:
Jarrod Goldsmith hosts two Podcasts! #podcasts
In partnership with Sean Cochrane of TCC Canada and Pop Up Podcasting they, they together created the Pivoted Success Podcast; showcasing business and community leaders who have successfully adapted to Covid to provide knowledge and inspiration.
Interested in being featured on an upcoming Pivoted Success Podcast segment?
With ~100 episodes, the eSAX Podcast interviews business and community leaders discussing entrepreneurship knowledge, with a special focus on networking tips for small business.
Sax Appeal books all kinds of professional live musicians from any live musical genre ranging from jazz and classical music to holiday music and everything in between. We will find the perfect ensemble for your events to make it a truly exceptional experience for your guests!
But of course our true specialty is the saxophone!
Known as Canada’s Premier Saxophone Ensemble, the Sax Appeal band is a unique professional saxophone ensemble (comprised of a Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Baritone saxophone) located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
As the most extraordinary ensemble in the region, Sax Appeal is transforming the musical landscape in Canada with their distinctive sound, look and feel!
Excellent musicians and a great variety of musical styles suitable for any occasion are hallmarks of Sax Appeal. Equally comfortable playing any musical genre ranging from jazz to classical to literally everything in-between, the versatility of this saxophone ensemble is unmatched.
From wedding ceremonies, cocktail receptions and diplomatic functions, to birthdays, retirement homes, holiday/Christmas parties and festivals (such as the Ottawa Jazz Festival and the Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival), a Sax Appeal performance will leave your guests in awe.
Always the Right Feel With Sax Appeal!
Pour un événement qui a du style, donnez-lui une touche de Sax Appeal!
As an active member of the Canadian Federation of Musicians, Jarrod Goldsmith can also book any other kind of entertainment (or band) that you or your clients may need.
Building on his networking experience (and leveraging the whole ‘Fedora’ branding that he’s known for), Jarrod hosts a Youtube video series called ‘Ask The Fedora’. These one minute videos provide a wealth of practical knowledge covering a wide-range of networking/business tips that people find useful to help make their networking endeavors not only less stressful, but successful!
New businesses and people who are shy, introverted and/or otherwise dislike networking events will find these videos particularly beneficial.
Subscribe to the eSAX YouTube account and follow @AskTheFedora on Twitter!
‘The dog whisperer of the suburbs’
Besides being an accomplished entrepreneur, musician and community builder, Jarrod Goldsmith has a genuine love and passion for dogs! Having had small dogs most of his life, he has opened his home (and heart) to make sure your furry loved-ones will receive all the attention they get at home. In 2011 Jarrod started watching small dogs and hasn’t looked back.
Dogs are treated as part of his family. With a large forest across the street from his home, dogs will love exploring nature as much as he does! His home is completely dog-friendly with dog beds and plenty of toys to play with. Every time they are downstairs, they are welcome to explore the completely fenced backyard. Working from home allows him to give dogs as much attention as possible. Contact Jarrod now and rest easy that your furry family member will be well loved!