Working Hard,
Feeling Stuck, Going Nowhere?
A 2-day immersive workshop
designed to help professionals

take back control of their Career.

Break free from survival mode and take back control of your career with a clear roadmap. No hype. No shortcuts. Just a clear, battle-tested roadmap to reach the thriving state in your career on purpose. I call it the 10 Stages to Thrive.
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If you’re tired of feeling

stuck

overwhelmed

or capable of more but unsure where to start…

This workshop is built for you!

Why did I created
The 10 Stages to Thrive?

I spent half of my career in survival mode, working hard, doing the right things, yet I was not making any progress. I was stuck. The worst part? I didn’t even realize it… until a wave of layoffs forced me to face the truth.

That moment changed everything. I decided to take back control and never get stuck in that place ever again, and I did, after many years of consistent effort.

Today, when I look around me, I see way too many professionals:

stuck

falling behind

burning out

or quietly settling for less than they’re capable of.

The worst part is that most are not even aware of it. Some tried to take back control, got lost, got discouraged, and eventually gave up. It is like being stuck in a jail made of our own choices. Have you ever felt that way in your career? We make excuses and even decorate our prison cell because “we might as well make it comfortable if we're stuck here”... Please don’t do that. There is a way out!

The 10 Stages to Thrive is not just a theory. It was born out of my experience. It took me many years to build and refine this formula. I have used it in my technical career, in my professional speaking career, and I have helped many others elevate themselves by applying the same principles in their own careers.

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What You’ll Walk Away With

You’ll leave with:
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A clear personal roadmap so you know exactly what to focus on next

The ability to lead your career instead of reacting to it

Increased awareness to spot blind spots, to leverage opportunities, and to avoid burnout traps

The clarity and confidence to speak up with intention and be taken seriously

A repeatable way to regain momentum, even when motivation drops

A framework that adapts to any role, environment, or career stage

Don’t hate the game. Don’t hate the players. Just get better. This isn’t motivation... This is transformation through ownership. Want to know what the best part is? Once I took back control, life started happening FOR me and not TO me. Doors kept opening, and opportunities kept showing up. I had a new problem, but a good one. What will I choose?

The 10 Stages To Thrive

Your Journey from Zero to Super-Hero

The Teaser

01

Your Foundation

With the current information overload, it's hard to know where to start. I realized that virtually all advice, plans, and strategies rely on your foundation. That's why if you focus on your foundation right away, everything else that follows will be easier.

1 - Your Foundation
02

Scout the fields

Before you start your journey, you first need to know where you are. This is about discovering and understanding your environment. This stage will set you up to uncover secret doors and shortcuts to accelerate your journey. Do not underestimate this stage.

2 - Scout the fields
03

Hack your xP

Now it's time to grind, get your feet wet, and your hands dirty. Work hard, but also work smart. Once you break down limiting beliefs that growth must be slow, there will be no stopping you. Experience does not grow linearly. You can hack it.

3 - Hack your XP
04

attack like a magent

Shifts gear. Why struggle alone when you can attract an army of allies? Learn the secret to drawing people who genuinely want to push you, lift you, and accelerate your journey. Open your arms wide because you'll receive more help than you can carry.

4 - Attrack like a magnet
05

unlock rapid learning

To capitalize on all the advice and tips you have received, you need to increase your capacity to absorb knowledge. Here, you will stack another accelerator by becoming a learning machine. Unlock a new level by learning how to learn.

5 - Unlock rapid learning
06

unleash your super power

You're halfway there. Now it's time to discover what makes you extraordinary and get known for it. Step into your zone of genius and make your strengths your brand. But beware, once you unleash your superpower, the world will start calling on you. Are you ready to be the hero people need?

6 - Unleash your super power
07

defend against the hidden tax

Success brings an invisible enemy: the tax on your time. Context switching and multitasking are silent killers that drain even the strongest heroes. Learn to protect yourself against your own kryptonite.

7 - Defend against the hidden tax
08

master your domain

Masters aren't called to rescue cats from trees. It's time to define your specialty and own it completely. Discover how to stack your skills strategically to become the undisputed expert in your chosen field.

8 - Master your domain
09

wield the communication factor

Even the greatest minds can look like fools if they can't communicate effectively. No one will recognize your mastery if you ignore this crucial element. Master this, and your influence becomes unstoppable.

9 - Wield the communication factor
10

choose your legacy

With great power comes great responsibility. You now have the tools to change lives, including your own. The question is: What will you do with this power? Will you be a force for good?

10 - Choose our legacy

Why This Workshop Is Different

It is built to remove dependence.

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You don’t leave reliant on a coach. You leave with a map so you can self-direct.

Every stage operates within your sphere of control, where you actually have power.

You learn principles, not prescriptions, so the framework survives change 

The real outcome is awareness, ownership, and agency. You learn how to see, think, and act intentionally.

Limited Early Access

This is a 2-day, in-person, interactive workshop happening in September 2026 (in Laval or Montréal).

First 50 seats only: $249
(waitlist has priority)

Early bird: $249
(up to January 31st)

Regular: $299
(until sold out)

Venue & Date: TBD

What Is It Worth To You If…

You stop feeling lost in your career?

You move forward with clarity instead of force?

You make fewer excuses and more progress without burning out?

Opportunities open because you’re intentional, not because you’re lucky?

You regain control over your time, growth, and trajectory?

You have the power to negotiate your reality?

This workshop marks a turning point, YOURS.
MoneyBack Guarantee

If by the end of Day 1, you feel you haven’t gained insight that justifies your time and ticket, I’ll personally refund you.

What people have said:

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A good communicator that can take the most complex technical issue and make it pedestrian for everyone to understand.

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Stephane Bolduc
Senior Program Manager

One of Jonathan's standout qualities is his remarkable storytelling ability. Whether he's delivering a speech or providing feedback to fellow members, his captivating storytelling style never fails to leave a lasting impression.

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Moses Boachie
Pharmacist & Founder of DIN Marketing

I had the privilege of collaborating with Jonathan and I highly recommend him. Jonathan is a person of rare eloquence, endowed with exceptional emotional and rational intelligence. This combination at such a high level is quite rare and valuable. and community leader”

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Benoit Laplante
Finance professional & MBA candidate

He helped me understand not only how to be a better developer but also a better communicator. He always emphasized that to be a better professional, you need to be skilled in all areas, including both technical and communication skills, in which he excels.

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Pedro Jacob
Student at École Polytechnique

Exceptional and inspiring colleague, thanks to his pragmatism, communication skills, and deep respect for others. He is a highly accomplished professional with multiple talents who excels in his field, whether in integration, development, or operations.

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Jonathan Lemay
Solution Architect Consultant
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A good communicator that can take the most complex technical issue and make it pedestrian for everyone to understand.

Stephane Bolduc headshot
Stephane Bolduc
Senior Program Manager

One of Jonathan's standout qualities is his remarkable storytelling ability. Whether he's delivering a speech or providing feedback to fellow members, his captivating storytelling style never fails to leave a lasting impression.

Moses Boachie headshot
Moses Boachie
Pharmacist & Founder of DIN Marketing

I had the privilege of collaborating with Jonathan and I highly recommend him. Jonathan is a person of rare eloquence, endowed with exceptional emotional and rational intelligence. This combination at such a high level is quite rare and valuable. and community leader”

Benoit Laplante headshot
Benoit Laplante
Finance professional & MBA candidate

He helped me understand not only how to be a better developer but also a better communicator. He always emphasized that to be a better professional, you need to be skilled in all areas, including both technical and communication skills, in which he excels.

Pedro Jacob headshot
Pedro Jacob
Student at École Polytechnique

Exceptional and inspiring colleague, thanks to his pragmatism, communication skills, and deep respect for others. He is a highly accomplished professional with multiple talents who excels in his field, whether in integration, development, or operations.

Jonathan Lemay headshot
Jonathan Lemay
Solution Architect Consultant
Two large yellow stylized quotation marks on a white background.

A good communicator that can take the most complex technical issue and make it pedestrian for everyone to understand.

Stephane Bolduc headshot
Stephane Bolduc
Senior Program Manager

One of Jonathan's standout qualities is his remarkable storytelling ability. Whether he's delivering a speech or providing feedback to fellow members, his captivating storytelling style never fails to leave a lasting impression.

Moses Boachie headshot
Moses Boachie
Pharmacist & Founder of DIN Marketing

I had the privilege of collaborating with Jonathan and I highly recommend him. Jonathan is a person of rare eloquence, endowed with exceptional emotional and rational intelligence. This combination at such a high level is quite rare and valuable. and community leader”

Benoit Laplante headshot
Benoit Laplante
Finance professional & MBA candidate

He helped me understand not only how to be a better developer but also a better communicator. He always emphasized that to be a better professional, you need to be skilled in all areas, including both technical and communication skills, in which he excels.

Pedro Jacob headshot
Pedro Jacob
Student at École Polytechnique

Exceptional and inspiring colleague, thanks to his pragmatism, communication skills, and deep respect for others. He is a highly accomplished professional with multiple talents who excels in his field, whether in integration, development, or operations.

Jonathan Lemay headshot
Jonathan Lemay
Solution Architect Consultant
Two large yellow stylized quotation marks on a white background.

A good communicator that can take the most complex technical issue and make it pedestrian for everyone to understand.

Stephane Bolduc headshot
Stephane Bolduc
Senior Program Manager

One of Jonathan's standout qualities is his remarkable storytelling ability. Whether he's delivering a speech or providing feedback to fellow members, his captivating storytelling style never fails to leave a lasting impression.

Moses Boachie headshot
Moses Boachie
Pharmacist & Founder of DIN Marketing

I had the privilege of collaborating with Jonathan and I highly recommend him. Jonathan is a person of rare eloquence, endowed with exceptional emotional and rational intelligence. This combination at such a high level is quite rare and valuable. and community leader”

Benoit Laplante headshot
Benoit Laplante
Finance professional & MBA candidate

He helped me understand not only how to be a better developer but also a better communicator. He always emphasized that to be a better professional, you need to be skilled in all areas, including both technical and communication skills, in which he excels.

Pedro Jacob headshot
Pedro Jacob
Student at École Polytechnique

Exceptional and inspiring colleague, thanks to his pragmatism, communication skills, and deep respect for others. He is a highly accomplished professional with multiple talents who excels in his field, whether in integration, development, or operations.

Jonathan Lemay headshot
Jonathan Lemay
Solution Architect Consultant

This is NOT for you if:

You’re not willing to invest in your growth

You prefer complaining over action

You want overnight success without putting in the work

Why you?

Frankly, you deserve it. Instead, let me ask you this: Why not you? Thriving is not reserved for a select few or the lucky ones. If you are here, it’s because you want it, so stop second-guessing and GO get it.

If you feel stuck, unseen or undervalued, if you know you are capable of more but don’t know where to start, this is for you. You are in the right place. Your future self will thank you.

Who am I?

I'm a two-time award-winning speaker, lifelong learner, and proud father. With two decades in IT Operations and the Telecommunications industry, I made my way from humble beginnings to become a trusted technical leader, now serving as a Senior NetworkArchitect, solving complex challenges and guiding high-stakes projects. In short, I'm known as the 1-800-Make-It-Happen guy. 

But more importantly… I’ve helped many professionals, just like you, move from feeling shaky to feeling grounded and in control. Now, it is your turn!

Look… I’m not a guru, I’m not a hero. I’m someone who believes growth should be transferable, ethical, and empowering, so together, we can become a force for good.

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Success is not something you just dream of... It's something you plan for!
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I can’t wait to see you there!

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