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Essentials for New Managers (3 Session Lab)
<h2>Lab Outline</h2> <p> Stepping into a management role requires more than technical skill — it calls for clarity, confidence, and the ability to support others effectively. </p> <p> In this three-day lab, new and emerging managers gain practical tools to understand their role, build strong relationships, and lead their teams with purpose and accountability. </p>…
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Executive Director 101 (3 Sessions Lab)
<h2>Lab Outline</h2> <p> <strong>Executive Director 101</strong> supports first-time, or incoming, executive directors (EDs) with practical skills and knowledge to succeed in their role. </p> <p> In this lab, we will explore the eight domains of the executive director position: </p> <ul> <li>Leadership</li> <li>Governance</li> <li>Program and Service Management</li> <li>Human Resources</li> <li>Fund Development</li> <li>Financial Management</li> <li>Community and…
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Sorry, Not Sorry
An Unapologetically Canadian 8-part Strategy Series for Courageous Leadership in the Age of Chaos. The old rules are cracking. Your leadership is more vital than ever. Wildfires, whistleblowers, algorithmic outrage, and a growing pile of expectations. If you’re a leader in Canada right now, you don’t need a pep talk, you need a resilience strategy…
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Embracing and Navigating Uncomfortable Conversations
By the end of this session, participants will: Understand the importance and impact of uncomfortable conversations in leadership. Explore theoretical foundations: boundary critique, systems thinking, unconscious bias, and personal mastery. Learn and practice tools to navigate emotionally charged, value-based, and high-stakes conversations. Reflect on personal leadership identity and apply insights to workplace challenges. Build confidence…
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Group Facilitation Strategies for Career Programs
This course will introduce strategies for effective face-to-face group facilitation. Topics include: stages of group development, differences between facilitating small and large groups, and strategies for effectively managing challenging situations. Note: This course is part of the larger Career Management Professional Program. Course prerequisites apply. New students must apply online: https://lifestrategies.ca/learnonline/application/. Customized delivery options available…
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Career Coaching Skills
This course will highlight differences between coaching and counselling. It is designed to develop/enhance the skills of managers, supervisors, HR managers, coaches, and career practitioners who need to coach employees or clients regarding career issues. Note: This course is part of the larger Career Management Professional Program. Course prerequisites apply. New students must apply online:…
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Customized Course or Workshop Related to Disability Awareness and/or Accessibility
Do you have a topic related to accessibility, inclusion, or disability awareness that you would like training on? As a person with a disability who has extensive training and experience, I can create it for you! I can provide online, in-person, or self-paced training to suit your needs. Contact me at m.lyon@telus.net to learn more…
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OHS For Leaders
Overview This course is part of the OHS for Leader certificate together with workplace inspection (online) and incident investigations (online). This course is comprised of two parts: a virtual instructor-led portion and a self-paced online portion. Why take OHS for Leaders This course is ideal for supervisors and managers in the Social Services Sector who…
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Introduction to Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees
Overview This course covers the essentials for all new health and safety committee members and serves as an introduction to Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees. If you are a new joint committee member, this introduction course is designed to set you up for success. This course meets WorkSafeBC OHS Regulatory requirements (Section 3.27). Why…
