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…
For currently certified Personality Dimensions Level 1 Facilitators seeking to become PD Facilitator-Trainers, Level 2 in-person training can be arranged. Facilitator-Trainers will need to either (1) identify a group of people who are seeking Level 2 qualification, select dates, and arrange a location or (2) identify a group of people who are seeking to achieve…
Personality Dimensions® is a comprehensive model that deepens understanding of, and appreciation for, individual differences. To use this model, facilitators need to successfully complete Facilitator Qualification (Level I) training. Course participants will develop/enhance their knowledge of Personality Dimensions® with a specific focus on understanding personality type/temperament history; exploring the tool’s history, development, and components; and…
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…
Our theme, reinventing Work: Resilience, opportunity and Community, explores the dynamic transformations reshaping the world of work and the role of employment services in fostering resilience and opportunity within diverse communities.
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…
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:…
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…
This 90-minute course will provide resources and strategies for each stage of the employment life cycle: recruitment, hiring, onboarding, development, and retention. It can be customized to suit your needs. This course is also available in a self-paced online format. To learn more, contact m.lyon@telus.net
This 90-minute customizable course has been created to assist organizations with identifying, removing, and preventing physical or environmental barriers to accessibility and inclusion. Participants will leave with many resources and strategies for creating more accessible environments. This course is also available in an online, self-paced format. If you’d like to learn more or register, please…
