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An introvert's guide to stress management
Apr
19
6:30 PM18:30

An introvert's guide to stress management

As leaders we are not strangers to stress. Whether it’s managing staff, budgets, operations, or our personal lives, it can sometime be a bit much. All this may lead to us chasing the mythical work-life balance. But how? Those of us who are introverts are another puzzle – a lot of the advice given out that is aimed at extroverts and may not apply to us. So, what do we do? We find out what our unique needs are and how they relate to our optimum functioning; this is the antidote to stress. Together we’ll look at how optimum functioning, needs, and stress are related and ways to find out what our needs are so that we can function at our best and avoid succumbing to stress.

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A Quiet Mind for Quiet Leaders in a Busy World
Jan
18
6:30 PM18:30

A Quiet Mind for Quiet Leaders in a Busy World

One of our strengths as introverts is our ability to be quiet, allowing us to listen, be reflective and notice things others may not. But being quiet and having a quiet mind are not the same thing. Introverts, although seemingly calm from the outside, are not immune to an active mind, stress or anxiety.

In an age of distraction and technology speeding up, now is a time where a quiet mind is needed more than ever. Through meditation, we cultivate a valuable skill for every aspect of life, the ability to quiet our mind. A still and quiet mind allows us to live and work with more inner peace, clarity and creativity, to recharge more effectively, while deepening connections with family and friends.

In this talk you will learn how many of the inherent traits of introverts are a stepping stone to something more profound. We will do various exercises, including meditate, to take this from a theoretical idea to something very tangible and practical. 

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Quiet Leadership: The Life of an Ambivert
Oct
16
6:30 PM18:30

Quiet Leadership: The Life of an Ambivert

In today’s world it often seems like the loudest one gets the last word in. As Quiet Leaders it can seem like a daunting task to be “heard” when everyone around us is yelling.  If you’ve identified yourself as a Quiet Leader then you’re already in tune with what makes you tick, and how you can effectively chart a path to the success you desire no matter what others are doing around you.

But what if you don’t fit exclusively in either the introvert or extrovert club? What if you’re someone who loves their downtime to recharge, but also enjoys the energy and connection you get from people? What if you are naturally assertive and enthusiastic in some situations, but at the same time you can listen carefully to avoid appearing too over the top?

You my friend might be an ambivert…and the reality is that most of us are in some form or another!

Through this engaging and inspiring workshop, learn how to tap into your power as a Quiet Leader by embracing your personality traits as an introvert, extrovert, ambivert and everything in between!

Tickets: http://bit.ly/QLamibivert

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Focus in the Age of Distraction
May
17
6:30 PM18:30

Focus in the Age of Distraction

The importance of focus has never been greater than it is today. Or seemingly harder to achieve. The technology we enjoy allows us unprecedented productivity through easy access to information, ideas, and individuals. It also has the undesired effect of overwhelming us with too much information and fracturing our focus. 

We live in the age of distraction - where the steady and abundant input from multiple devices, programs, apps and social media connections turns into a fog of distraction. 

Taking breaks to recharge and refocus the mind is important for everyone, but for introverts, in particular, occasional pauses are crucial to maintaining productivity and positive well-being at work. According to Cain, an introvert is likely to feel overwhelmed and ultimately burned out if he or she is dealing with constant environmental stimulants and digital distractions.

Through a highly engaging and experiential workshop, learn why we are so easily distracted, what’s going on inside our brain, what’s at stake if we don’t manage this and a variety of simple techniques to better manage our focus at work and in life. 

Ticket: 

https://quietleadership-focus.eventbrite.ca 

About the guest speaker: 

Scott is a mindfulness coach and trainer, who helps make the invisible visible for his clients. He has his CPHR and is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach. Using a mix of clear metaphors, powerful experiences, and simple practices, he is passionate about helping leaders at all levels to transform their world from the inside-out through mindful awareness and the power of choice. He was previously the National Leader of HR for one of Canada’s largest employee-owned engineering and science consulting organizations. Scott is happily married to Meghan, is an engaged father of a 10-yr old son (Noah) and 8-year old daughter (Kayla). He is a constant reader, avid mountain biker, passionate espresso maker and lover of craft-brewed IPA’s.

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Coaching Roundtable - Quiet Leadership
Mar
8
5:30 PM17:30

Coaching Roundtable - Quiet Leadership

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This session is organized in partnership with HRMA (Human Resources Management Association) and ICF (International Coach Federation Vancouver Charter Chapter). 

Whether we like it or not, we live in an extroverted world. It has long been believed that the natural leaders of our society were extroverted types, those that were outspoken, bold and assertive.These traits have changed our definition of leadership and altered our assumptions about what good performance looks like.
 
Research shows 50% of all leaders are introverts, yet our working environments favor the extrovert. And while many studies have shown introverts are natural born leaders, many business cultures often make it impossible to thrive.
 
You don't have to be LOUD to be a great leader, and you can be impactful by being soft-spoken, quiet and gentle.
 
Key takeaways:

  1. Better understanding of introversion

  2. Quiet Leaders traits and strengths

  3. How to close the communication gap between introverts and extroverts

  4. What price organizations are paying for misunderstanding Quiet Leaders 

Who should attend:
 
This roundtable should be attended by HR professionals and coaches who are looking for new ways to navigate the distractions and stress of life from a place of calm, curiosity and concentration.

To register: http://bit.ly/2lrdF52 

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