AAPS - Professional Development

Awareness of Workplace Mental Health

2011-09-21T09:28:00.000-07:00

Presented by Margaret Tebbutt
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

Thursday, October 20, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)
Please register to ensure event is not cancelled

Program Summary:
The intention of the presentation is to help employees see their valuable contribution to each other’s wellbeing at work. Information is presented from a co-worker perspective, shedding light on often hidden issues that contribute to conflict and lack of understanding when an employee is struggling. Participants are able to reduce their discomfort in talking about these issues, and increase their ability to respond in a supportive manner when a co-worker is struggling. This presentation helps participants contribute to an increased success when an employee is returning to work after an absence due to mental health issues. Participants will have contact with employees who live with a mental illness through video of real people sharing their stories.

You Will Learn:

Incorporate stories of people who have a mental illness into an attitude shift that allows for greater understanding of the impact of mental health challenges among employees.
Recognize what may be possible signs that an employee’s mental health is deteriorating.
Question their own and others’ attitudes and assumptions about employees who are struggling with performance, and employees who have a mental illness.
Define and recognize the impact of manager and co-worker attitude and response on the employee who is struggling.
Consider employee behaviour from a needs perspective.
Produce action items to address barriers to inclusion for employees who have a mental illness.
Produce action items to build capacity for comprehensive social support in the workplace.

Presenter Bio:
Margaret frequently delivers presentations on strategic approaches to workplace mental health at conferences, as well as workshops to help managers and union leaders develop the knowledge and skills to more effectively discuss mental health issues with employees and create accommodation strategies that work.

Margaret manages CMHA BC’s Bottom Line Conference on mental health in the workplace, with the next Feb 29th -to March 1st, on "Five Steps to Building a Psychologically Healthy Workplace". She also participates in the BC Collaborative for Disability Prevention. Prior to joining CMHA in 2005, she held positions as Senior Advisor, Executive Development for the University of British Columbia Sauder School of Business; Director, Client Service Delivery with Western Economic Diversification Canada; and in Canada’s foreign service at embassies abroad.

Margaret graduated from the University of Calgary and then the University of Montpellier (France) with a Maïtrise ès lettres (MA). She also completed executive training through the National Defence College, UBC Sauder School of Business, and the Canadian Centre for Executive Development.

She has two daughters, one a graduate of Kwantlen and the other a grad of SFU.

Who Should Attend:
All AAPS members are welcome.

Program Information:
Thursday, October 20, 2011
12:00 - 13:00
Frederic Wood Theatre

6354 Crescent Road [view location map]
Room: Theatre

To Register:
1. Please login and register using the Professional Development Registration System*
2. Register in the course by selecting the checkbox
3. Check your mailbox for confirmation

*Instructions to use the PD Registration system are available in the FAQ section of the PD website.

Cancellations:
All events are costly to set up, even those which are no charge. If you register, but find you are unable to attend, please come back to the site and cancel your registration. We often hold waiting lists, and this will allow us to offer your space to another member. If you have any question regarding workshops offered by AAPS, please contact aaps.pd@ubc.ca.

Transformational Performance Management

2011-09-11T23:28:00.001-07:00

Presented by Shauna Grinkie

Free Seminar, Please RSVP

Tuesday, October 04, 2011 at 9:00 AM (Point Grey Campus)

Please register to ensure event is not cancelled

Program Summary

Do you know how to engage others in outcome-focused conversations that improve performance? The effective leader knows how to build and maintain effective relationships and work toward collaborative solutions.

You Will Learn

• About your own coaching and feedback strengths and areas for continued development

• How to apply a model that guides the steps for giving acknowledging and developmental feedback

• About your own preferences for questioning and active listening, and expand your options for improved effectiveness

• How to apply coaching techniques in performance discussions, which will enable you to build strong relationships and guide the conversation and goal-setting process.

Presenter Bio

Shauna Grinke is a creative and experienced facilitator, consultant, coach and leader. She has developed and implemented performance management systems for use in organizations throughout the world for companies like the Pan Pacific Hotels and Resorts and Best Buy Ltd. She has over 20 years experience as a leader, trainer and business leader and, as a life-long learner, has honed her experience with specialized training through the Centre for Creative Leadership in Colorado, Harvard Business School, and IMD in Lausanne, Switzerland.

As a Human Resource leader in organizations that range from large multi-unit international companies to small entrepreneurial high-growth businesses, Shauna has been personally accountable for leading the human resource function in a way that delivered measurable value to the employees, the shareholder and the customer. As a consultant, Shauna has helped organizations, leaders and teams manage complex organizational change situations, develop in both team and personal effectiveness, and improve employee engagement and organizational results. Shauna helps other human resources and organizational development professionals by her involvement on the Executive Board of the BC Organizational Development Network.

A skilled and engaging communicator and a facilitator of creative solutions, Shauna has a proven ability to help teams and individuals unlock their potential. Shauna’s current clients include provincial and municipal government departments, crown corporations, private sector businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Her commitment is to help clients create transformative results.

Who Should Attend

This workshop is open to all AAPS members.

Program Information

Tuesday, October 04, 2011

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Point Grey Campus

Ponderosa Centre

2071 West Mall [view location map]

Arbutus

To Register

1. Please login and register using the Professional Development Registration System*

2. Register in the course by selecting the checkbox

3. Check your mailbox for confirmation

*Instructions to use the PD Registration system are available in the FAQ section of the PD website.

I Can Fix That!

2011-09-11T23:20:00.000-07:00

Presented by Elaine Allison

Free Seminar, Please RSVP

Monday, September 26, 2011 at 10:00 AM (Point Grey Campus)

Please register to ensure event is not cancelled

Program Summary

Imagine how your career could grow and your job could become easier and even more exciting if you could look at the daily problems you face as real challenges and be able to think, create and solve issues by using simple and time proven techniques.

You Will Learn

1) How to see issues as opportunities that can be solved, even when you think you can’t

2) How to resolve conflicts the moment they arise by using one simple practice

3) Remove negative imprinting, so you can see clearly and seek solutions

4) A quick method to get people moving towards your ideas and exploring further options, even if they are reluctant at first

5) A secret technique to use so you can handle issues with calm and ease, even when things don’t go as planned

6) Why men and women typically respond to stressors differently and how to celebrate and embrace these differences

Presenter Bio

Elaine Allison is an international speaker and author. She has enthralled audiences from coast to coast in both the United States and Canada with her lively presentations and affable style. Her unique blend of engaging people before, during and after her programs benefits clients by getting the right action and outcomes.

Elaine began honing her insights into the differences between how we work, lead and succeed early in her career. She was one of Canada's first female prison guards in an all-male maximum security prison at the age of nineteen. Elaine had a crash course in understanding how we interact with each other and achieve, as her life virtually depended on it! She began to truly observe how we each dealt with conflict, leadership and power as we strive to make a difference in our work and personal lives.

Aside from her early career mentioned, Elaine has taught children with behavioral problems in a special education program; managed over 1400 unionized flight attendants handling issues at 35,000 ft. while in the airline industry; and successfully handled the day to day challenges of various large corporations as a manager and then as a senior executive. She learned how damaging some behaviors and choices can be.

She has developed training and keynotes for such industries as travel, trades, finance, insurance, military, corrections, police, retail, food services, media, technology, healthcare. Her messages are universal and are tailored to your needs.

Elaine's hands on experience, real life stories and illustrations of what we encounter daily, help audiences consider all their options and apply immediate solutions.

Who Should Attend

All AAPS members.

Program Information

Monday, September 26, 2011

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Point Grey Campus

Student Union Building

6138 Student Union Boulevard [view location map]

Party Room

To Register

1. Please login and register using the Professional Development Registration System*

2. Register in the course by selecting the checkbox

3. Check your mailbox for confirmation

*Instructions to use the PD Registration system are available in the FAQ section of the PD website.

Bridges Of Trust: Creating An Inspired Workplace

2011-07-29T11:32:00.000-07:00

Presented by David Irvine
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

Wednesday, August 17, 2011 (UBC at Okanagan Campus)
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:

While leaders at the senior level of an organization might define a culture and set the tone, a workplace is built by the attitudes, decisions, and actions of every employee. Leadership is not a position. Leadership is a presence. You are promoted to being a boss, but you can’t get promoted to being a leader. You have to earn the right to be a leader. Leadership is a decision. Anyone in an organization can be a leader; therefore, anyone can transform a culture.

In this thought-provoking and engaging session, David Irvine offers a fresh and powerful view of leadership and personal effectiveness that builds bridges of trust, thus unleashing human potential. Take this opportunity to step back, gain new perspective on about yourself as a leader, and strengthen your capacity to build a great culture. Come prepared for an inspiring message from one of Canada’s most respected voices on leadership and personal development. Leave with practical insights and strategies for building a culture that attracts, retains, and unleashes greatness – through the power of trust.

You Will Learn:

Learn the four cornerstones to building an inspired workplace – that can be applied at any level of an organization.
Discover how to breathe new life into your culture.
Learn how to inspire deep trust in your organization through the power of accountability.

Presenter Bio:

David Irvine is sought after internationally as a speaker, author, and mentor. His work has contributed to the building of accountable, vital and engaged organizations across North America. He is the co-founder of the Newport Institute for Authentic Living whose focus is to build authentic, accountable organizational cultures that attract and retain great people.

David is the bestselling author, or co-author of four books and a new book published this year. David has advanced degrees in human development, science and social work. With over twenty-five years of experience as a workshop facilitator, psychotherapist, professional speaker, and consultant, David has developed a unique, personal and practical approach to transforming leaders.

David Irvine is one of Canada’s most respected voices on leadership and personal development. He consults with and presents to a wide range of organizations, professional associations, government, education and health care. David has taught courses at three universities and the Banff School of Management. NBC’s Today Show, the Globe and Mail and numerous national radio and newspaper publications have interviewed David.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members, whether you are leading with or without a title.

Program Information:
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
12:00pm-1:30pm

Okanagan
Arts Building Room 106

David will be available for a book signing after the presentation from 1:00pm-1:30pm.

A video recording of this event will be available for AAPS members who are unable to attend.

To Register

Please login and register using the Professional Development Registration System*
Register in the course by selecting the checkbox
Check your mailbox for confirmation

*Instructions to use the PD Registration system are available in the FAQ section of the PD website.

AAPS Member Discount: The Power of Women

2011-07-08T13:57:00.000-07:00

The internationally acclaimed Power of Women Leadership series will return to Vancouver, BC this summer for an extraordinary once in a lifetime experience! Members and guests of the Association of Administrative and Professional Staff at UBC (APPS) are eligible to receive an “Early Bird” registration discount. Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis!

Friday August 12, 2011 • 9:00AM to 5:00PM *
LIVE AT ROGERS ARENA

For a limited time, members and guests of the Association of Administrative and Professional Staff at UBC (APPS) can register general tickets at a member rate of $183 plus HST(a savings of $46 off the regular rate)!

To Register By Phone Call 1 866 884-6737 and ask for the Association of Administrative and Professional Staff at UBC (APPS) registration rate. Visa, MC or AMEX are acceptable forms of payment.
For complete event details please visit:

http://www.powerwithin.com/pdf/POW_Vancouver_235M.pdf

Your Career - What's Next? Tips for Discovering New Career Opportunities and Moving Forward

2011-06-09T14:34:00.000-07:00

Presented by Marlene Delanghe
Free Seminar, Please register online through the PD Registration System. Registration open on Tuesday, June 14.

Thursday, July 07, 2011 at 10:30 AM (Point Grey Campus)

Program Summary
You’ve landed a job in a great organization – congratulations! But where do you go from here? Have you considered your career future and what you want? Whether you are new to UBC or have many years invested, it may be time to ask yourself “what’s next?” Attend this inspiring and hands-on workshop to gain a framework for considering your career options, practical steps to take and resources available to you.

You Will Learn
In this workshop, you will gain tools and resources to:

Understand how careers really develop and gain a new understanding for how to approach your career no matter what career stage you are in
Identify your strengths, values, transferable skills and interests through informal activities and create some initial career profiling to clarify career fit
Learn what practical and doable steps you can take to discover new opportunities and connect you to career alternatives
Develop your 20 second verbal resume important for networking conversations
How to initiate a conversation with your supervisor regarding your career future
Create a road map for your career future

Presenter Bio
Marlene Delanghe, Principal of Career Solutions, has coached hundreds of career-committed professionals to find rewarding work and proactively manage their careers. She has assisted specialists in IT, accounting, administration, biotech, hospitality, and corporate sales and other fields to implement practical strategies that open new doors and transition to new opportunities.

Marlene also provides corporate training and coaching within government departments, post-secondary institutions, and some of Vancouver’s top firms. Her focus is on working with organizations build their workplace culture through effective hiring processes, welcoming new employees through orientation practices, career development, performance management coaching and management development programs. Her partial client list includes UBC (various faculty and departments), BCIT, Deloitte Touche LLP, BC Hydro, Centre for Drug Research and Development, Edge Training & Consulting, Service Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada.

Her credentials include a Master’s degree in Psychology, an undergraduate degree in Business Administration, as well as certifications in psychometric tools. As a professional and contributing member of her community, she is a member of BC Human Resource Management Association and who also sits on the Steering Committee of the Minerva Foundation, mentors clients of various not-for-profit career programs as well as contributes to the “Wealth Academy” providing workshops for women who wish to gain financial wisdom.

Who Should Attend
All AAPS members

Program Information
Thursday, July 07, 2011
10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Main Campus
Ponderosa Centre
2071 West Mall [view location Map]
Arbutus

This event will not be catered; only refreshments will be provided. The lunch break will be from 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm. Members can bring a lunch or go to the Ponderosa Centre cafeteria to purchase lunch.

To Register

Please login and register using the Professional Development Registration System starting June 14.
Register in the course by selecting the checkbox
Check your mailbox for confirmation

Brain Boosting Secrets - Making the Science of Cognitive Fitness Work for You!

2011-05-31T10:28:00.000-07:00

Presented by Terry Small
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at 12:00 PM (Okanagan)
Please register to ensure event is not cancelled

Program Summary:
Your brain is involved in everything you do! 90% of what we know about the brain has been learned in the last 2 years and yet most people never think much about their brains. You simply trust your brain to do its job.Brain dysfunction is the #1 reason people fail work, school, and relationships. Your brain is the supercomputer that runs your life. This session has 2 bottom lines: when your brain works right, you work right and everyone needs a little help.

When you look after your brain, the results are amazing. This session will give you the tools to boost your brain power, Improve your thinking, and improve your health. It is based on the latest cutting-edge neuroscience research.

You Will Learn:
The #1 job of your brain
How to eat right, to think right
How to get rid of negative thoughts
The #1 food for your brain (you probably don't eat this right now)
How to improve your reading skills
How to improve your memory
How to outwit Alzheimer's disease
The 3 things every brain must have

Presenter Bio:
Terry Small, B.Ed., M.A. is a master presenter and learning skills specialist. He has presented his ideas to over 160,000 people. Terry's clients include Save On Foods, Bayer, Safeway, BC Lottery Corp., Envision Financial, the RCMP and many others. He was a featured speaker at the BC Retailer's Conference. His knowledge, warmth, humour and dynamic presentation style have made him a much sought-after speaker at workshops and conferences. Terry has been on CTV, BCTV, CKNW and Global and he has been featured in every major newspaper in Canada. Terry is listed in Nationwide Register's Who's Who in Executives and Businesses.

Terry believes: "Anyone can learn how to learn easier, better, faster. Learning to learn is the most important skill a person can acquire." He guarantees increased confidence and more fun in learning. Terry's philosophy is simple: "Success is a skill anyone can learn. His wealth of teaching experience and extensive involvement in the development of study strategies and techniques make him an outstanding resource to the business community. Terry lives in Vancouver and is a frequent lecturer at Simon Fraser University and the University of British Columbia.

Who Should Attend:
Anyone who has a brain, wants to keep it healthy, and learn to use it more effectively.

Program Information:
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Okanagan
Arts Building Room 106

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

I Like Me! Helping Children Develop Self-Esteem

2011-05-30T14:13:00.000-07:00

Presented by Kathy Lynn
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

June 16, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:

Child self-esteem is a topic of growing importance in our society as we see our young people struggling to develop a positive self-image. Love is not enough. What do children need and what can parents do for their children? This presentation deals with the difficult and abstract concept of self-esteem and will offer a blueprint for success.

You Will Learn:

why simply loving our kids is not enough
why some common parenting practices are backfiring on us
practical ways you can help your children to develop high self-esteem

Presenter Bio:d speaker, author and consultant whose

Kathy Lynn is Canada's leading parenting speaker and author. Kathy’s workshops can help employees do a better job at work by doing a better job at home.

Over three decades of speaking to parents and professionals about kids and families, Kathy has helped thousands of Moms and Dads become better parents and has made a big difference in the lives of Canada's children.

In her keynote addresses as part of a quality workplace wellness program, to members of the helping professions and to parent conferences, her work on television and radio, and her newspaper and magazine columns, Kathy inspires parents to re-dedicate themselves to raising their children. You can read her columns in Today’s Parent Magazine.

Kathy is the author of three CDs, Discipline…Steps to Success, “Stop It, You Two!” and “I Like Me”, as well as two popular books, Who’s in Charge Anyway? and But Nobody Told Me I’d Ever Have to Leave Home.

Her career began when her children were young and parenting resources were not readily available, so she trained as a parenting speaker and began leading parenting classes. She has worked as a Child Protection Worker and director of a family services agency. She has a diploma in Community Service, a BA in applied social services, and is a Certified Canadian Family Educator.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members. It is appropriate for parents of children of all ages.

Program Information:

June 16, 2011

11:30am-1:30pm

Ponderosa Centre (Point Grey Campus)

2071 West Mall (view location map)

Arbutus Room

There will be coffee/tea/water available at this event. Please arrive at least (5) minutes prior to start time.

Authentic Leadership-Building Cultures that Attract, Retain, and Inspire Greatness

2011-05-04T09:51:00.000-07:00

Presented by David Irvine
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

May 16, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Leadership is not what it used to be. Building a culture that attracts and engages great people today requires an entirely new philosophy and approach. Those you serve – whether they are your employees, customers, alliances, team, or family members – want more than a job description, a list of quarterly objectives, and a performance review at the end of the year. They want to be inspired with an authentic experience of being around your organization. Creating this kind of experience for those you are accountable to goes beyond titles or techniques. Leadership presence lies at the core of leadership practices. In learning what to do as a leader, you must also learn how to be. Those who get this will be leading the next generation of leaders.

Organizations that foster and integrate authentic and accountable leadership at every level are simply unstoppable. If you are committed to evolve your culture in this way, then this learning experience will be life-changing.

You Will Learn:
• Learn the true source of leadership power.
• Discover the keys to building a productive and sustainable culture.
• Arouse deep trust and commitment.
• Get to the real meaning of loyalty, and how to achieve it.

Presenter Bio:
David Irvine is sought after internationally as a speaker, author, and mentor. His work has contributed to the building of accountable, vital and engaged organizations across North America. He is the co-founder of the Newport Institute for Authentic Living whose focus is to build authentic, accountable organizational cultures that attract and retain great people.

David is the bestselling author, or co-author of four books and a new book published this year. David has advanced degrees in human development, science and social work. With over twenty-five years of experience as a workshop facilitator, psychotherapist, professional speaker, and consultant, David has developed a unique, personal and practical approach to transforming leaders.

David Irvine is one of Canada’s most respected voices on leadership and personal development. He consults with and presents to a wide range of organizations, professional associations, government, education and health care. David has taught courses at three universities and the Banff School of Management. NBC’s Today Show, the Globe and Mail and numerous national radio and newspaper publications have interviewed David.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members, whether you are leading with or without a title.

Program Information:
May 16, 2011
11:30am-1:00pm

David will be available for a book signing after the presentation from 1:00pm-1:30pm in the lobby of the theater.

Frederic Wood Theater
6354 Crescent Road (view location map)

There will be coffee/tea/water available at this event. Please arrive at least (5) minutes prior to start time.

A video recording of this event will be available for AAPS members who are unable to attend.

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

Speak Up: Speak Out-Personal Power & Respect in the Workplace

2011-04-04T12:15:00.000-07:00

Presented by Erica Pinsky
Free Seminar, Please RSVP
This event will be catered
April 20, 2011 (Robson Square)

Program Summary:
Over 95% of all workplace disputes can be resolved within the first 3 to 5 days of occurrence...if someone speaks up.

You Will Learn:
• What holds you back
• How you can be your own advocate
• The relationship between behavior and culture
• Engage and empower others through respectful dialogue

Presenter Bio:
Erica Pinsky is a dynamic speaker, author and consultant whose passion is promoting respectful workplace cultures. Her highly acclaimed book, "Road to Respect: Path to Profit" offers engaging stories, powerful insights and concrete strategies to inspire leaders and those they lead to walk the talk of respect at work.

Erica’s work history includes the public, private and non-profit sectors in both federal and provincial jurisdictions. Erica’s experience includes policy development, training and presenting, complaint investigation, mediation, organizational audits, conflict management systems and one-on-one skills development.

Erica has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Sociology from the University of Toronto, a Masters of Science in Industrial Relations from the Université de Montreal and a Conflict Resolution Certificate from the Justice Institute of British Columbia. Erica has received her Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation through the British Columbia Human Resources Management Association.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members.

Program Information:
April 20, 2011
10:00am-2:00pm

This event will be catered. The lunch break will be provided from 12:00pm-12:30pm.

UBC Robson Square
800 Robson St. (view location map)
Rm. C485

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name and location in the subject line.

Influencing Without Authority

2011-04-04T12:10:00.000-07:00

Presented by Russel Horwitz
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

April 5, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)

Program Summary:

The acid test of a good plan is the willingness of others to implement it. A key skill relevant to leaders at all levels is the ability to positively influence people in such a way that others willingly alter their thoughts and plans. By carefully adjusting ideas to the concerns and communication styles of others, and by formulating ideas in a compelling way, your level of influence can be dramatically improved. As influencing skills are used more often, resistance to change decreases along with the need to use positional power, which then often leads to stronger relationships.

Results You Can Expect:

• Improved odds of getting good ideas adopted in the organization.
• Greater ability to 'manage up'.
• Reduced resistance to change.
• Reduced reliance of the use of positional power.
• Improved relationships.

Key Focus Areas:

• Overcoming resistance to change
• Analyzing stakeholders
• Adapting to the style of others
• Adapting your idea to the constraints of others
• Managing up
• Increasing your personal power
• Appealing to logic versus emotion
• Structuring your 'pitch'
• Speaking persuasively to groups

Presenter Bio:

Russel is one of Kwela’s two founders and his expertise includes leadership development, team development, executive coaching, and training on a wide variety of topics. He has worked extensively as a leadership consultant / trainer since 2004 across a wide variety of sectors, including government, publically-held, private and non-profit. Russel's experience also includes 14 years in the high technology/engineering sector, where he held management roles in product development, marketing, customer service and training. Russel holds a Masters degree in Engineering from the University of Cape Town, South Africa.

Who Should Attend:

AAPS Members at all levels who would like to improve their degree of influence without relying on positional power.

Program Information:

April 5, 2011
10:00am to 2:30 pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Party room (2nd floor)

Please note: This event will not be catered. Only refreshments will be provided. The lunch break will be from 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm. There is a cafeteria on ground level of the SUB. There are also microwaves available.

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca. Please ensure that the event name is in the subject line.

The 10 Pound Shred: High Intensity Training Zone-Get Fit Fast!

2011-02-25T10:57:00.000-08:00

Presented by Tommy Europe
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

March 10, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)

Please register early to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:

In this high energy keynote presentation, Tommy will share his philosophy to help people get started towards a healthier lifestyle. He will explain why it is never too late to get started, how with 30 — 45 minutes a day will produce amazing results in only 31 days.

You Will Learn:

The basics, along with the blueprint for leading a healthy lifestyle.
Fitness changes can happen by spending as little as 30-45 minutes a day.
That it is never too late to start training, that it doesn’t need to cost a lot of money, and exercising doesn’t have to be boring. All you have to do is get better every day!

Presenter Bio:

During his 11 year Professional Football career with the British Columbia Lions, the Montreal Alouettes and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Tommy Europe achieved many successes including a Grey Cup win with the BC Lions in 1994.

Tommy is well known as the Host and Fitness coach on the TV show “The Last Ten Pound Bootcamp” – now in its sixth season on Slice Network in Canada and Fine Living Network in the US. Every show has Tommy taking a recruit through an intense fitness and nutrition regimen that dramatically resizes them in record time. Motivated by a special event (an upcoming wedding, anniversary, vacation, or reunion) participants strive to transform themselves physically and mentally in just four weeks.

Tommy Europe is also the Host and Fitness Coach on the TV show “Bulging Brides” – now in its third season on Slice network in Canada and Fine Living Network in the US. Using the same philosophy he uses in “The Last 10 pound Bootcamp”, Tommy helps brides slim down in six weeks to fit into their bridal gown in time for the big wedding day.
In March of 2011, Tommy will be releasing his new book “10 Pound Shred - From Flab to Fit in 4 weeks” and it will show readers how 30-45 minutes a day is all you need to achieve your fitness goal in 31 days.

Chosen “Best Personal Trainer” by The Georgia Straight's Annual Best of Vancouver reader's choice poll for 2006, 2007, and 2009, he is a BCRPA Certified Strength & Personal Trainer and Can-Fit Pro Certified Personal Training Specialist.
or and consultant whose

Who Should Attend:

All AAPS members welcome.

Program Information:

March 10, 2011
11:30am-1:00pm

Tommy will be selling his new book after the presentation.

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Auditorium/Theater

There will be coffee/tea/water available at this event.

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name/date and location in the subject line.

Coming to Terms with Technological Turmoil

2011-02-25T10:52:00.000-08:00

Presented by Steve Dotto

Free Seminar, Please RSVP

March 22, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)

Program Summary:

Balance seems to be a fleeting state. Regardless whether it is our family and work life, or striking a balance between the adoption of technology and actually performing the work, heck, even eating a balanced diet seems to be beyond most of us.

When we look specifically at the world of technology, we can certainly get so caught up in the potential benefits that we never actually reap them.

Sometimes it is good to take a step back and try and view with perspective how things fit in our lives.
Steve Dotto will share an honest, thoughtful and whimsical view of technology with you, including how the adoption of technology is effecting every facet of our society, from personal and family issues, through the workplace into the environment.

You Will Learn How To:

· What is Web 2.0 (the underlying technology that is molding our on-line world)

· Why it important to understand and master new technologies

· How to gain control over the your technological life

· Why it important to embrace change

Presenter Bio:

Steve Dotto is Canada's most respected geek. For over 15 years, as host and executive producer of Dotto Tech, a nationally syndicated TV show, Steve has entertained and educated millions of Canadians on all aspects of technology. From printers and scanners to smart phones and digital camera's Dotto Tech has bee a trusted source for great "how to" advice.
Steve has a passion for understanding the social impact of technology. His DVD Cybersafe with Steve Dotto, teaches parents and caregivers about the opportunities, dangers and challenges of social networking.

A very popular speaker, Steve is in demand, addressing audiences on the changes technology is bringing to the workplace, and our society.
Steve has one mission, to help us master our technology, at home, at school or at work, his message....we need to be in charge.

Whether it’s ecommerce applications, voice recognition technology, or the convergence of cell phones and computers, Steve will take all this information and present it in a understandable, and practical language, offering some insight into the application of technology and how it can apply to you. We will concentrate on the practical application of computer technology to the home, the office and the workplace. This seminar covers the latest in hardware and software, exploring the trends with a look at what to expect in the near future.

Who Should Attend:

All AAPS Members are welcome

Program Information:

March 22, 2011

12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Student Union Building

6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)

Auditorium/Theatre

This event will be video recorded for AAPS members who are unable to attend.

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name/date/location in the subject line.

Tips & Tricks for Succeeding at Challenging Conversations

2011-02-10T14:47:00.000-08:00

Diane A Ross
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

March 8, 2011 (Vancouver General Hospital)

Please register early to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Most of us feel anxious and uncomfortable when we think about: having to deal with a non-performing team member; delivering difficult news; confronting disrespectful behaviour; or saying “No” to a client, colleague or boss, yet we are faced with having these kinds of challenging conversations on a regular basis. Our ability to handle these conversations well is one of the most important competencies we need to be effective, and to build trust and respect in our organizations. In this session, you will learn some tools and skills and be given a framework to prepare for and manage your most challenging conversations.

You Will Learn:
To evaluate what is at “stake” and whether you need to engage in a particular conversation
To identify what doesn’t work and why when it comes to challenging conversations
A framework to prepare for Challenging Conversations
Skills to navigate Challenging Conversations
How to manage strong emotional reactions to keep conversations on track

Presenter Bio:
Diane is an experienced speaker, facilitator and executive coach. She also trained as a mediator at Harvard Law School. Diane works with leaders, managers and professionals helping them to succeed in their challenging conversations and negotiations. She provides keynote presentations, customized workshops, team building sessions, and executive coaching. Diane has a no-nonsense style that allows her to truly engage with clients and to challenge assumptions and foster personal growth. Diane made the transition from litigation lawyer to consultant in 2004.

By way of background Diane has extensive knowledge and training including 14 years working as a litigation lawyer, a certified executive coach designation from Royal Roads University and training at Harvard Law School’s Program of Instruction for Lawyers in Advanced Negotiations: Managing Difficult Conversations and Mediation. Diane graduated from UBC in 1989 with combined B.Comm (honours) and law degrees.

Diane is currently a non-practicing lawyer with the Law Society of British Columbia, a member of the Canadian Bar Association, and a member of the Women’s Executive Network.
Diane has worked with clients in both the public and the private sector. Her clients include but are not limited to British Columbia Institute of Technology (“BCIT”), B.C. Assessment Authority, School District #68, Best Busy Canada Ltd., College of Licensed Practical Nurses of B.C., The British Columbia Human Resource Management Association (“BCHRMA”), Department of Justice of Canada-B.C. Region, BC Leadership Centre, Yukon Government-Executive Council Office, Certified General Accountants

Association of B.C., Ministry of Attorney General-Criminal Justice Branch, Amber Education Services Ltd, and North Island Employment Foundations Society, as well as a number of law firms. Diane has also presented at the Local Government Management Association Conference, Western Cities Conference, the Woman Lawyers Forum, and the Canadian Bar Association-Alternate Dispute Resolution Subsection.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members

The session is ideally suited for those who are in supervisory or management positions. However, the skills and framework learned are beneficial to anyone who would like to improve their ability to engage in challenging conversations in either their professional or personal life.

Program Information:
March 8, 2011
11:30am-1:00pm

Vancouver General Hospital
Diamond Health Centre
2775 Laurel St (view location map)
9th Floor, Rm DHCC9299

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name and location in the subject line.

I Like Me! Helping Children Develop Self-Esteem

2011-01-27T10:14:00.000-08:00

Presented by Kathy Lynn
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

February 22, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)
Please register early to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Child self-esteem is a topic of growing importance in our society as we see our young people struggling to develop a positive self-image. Love is not enough. What do children need and what can parents do for their children? This presentation deals with the difficult and abstract concept of self-esteem and will offer a blueprint for success.

You Will Learn:

why simply loving our kids is not enough
why some common parenting practices are backfiring on us
practical ways you can help your children to develop high self-esteem

Presenter Bio:
Kathy Lynn is Canada's leading parenting speaker and author. Kathy’s workshops can help employees do a better job at work by doing a better job at home.

Over three decades of speaking to parents and professionals about kids and families, Kathy has helped thousands of Moms and Dads become better parents and has made a big difference in the lives of Canada's children.

In her keynote addresses as part of a quality workplace wellness program, to members of the helping professions and to parent conferences, her work on television and radio, and her newspaper and magazine columns, Kathy inspires parents to re-dedicate themselves to raising their children. You can read her columns in Today’s Parent Magazine.

Kathy is the author of three CDs, Discipline…Steps to Success, “Stop It, You Two!” and “I Like Me”, as well as two popular books, Who’s in Charge Anyway? and But Nobody Told Me I’d Ever Have to Leave Home.

Her career began when her children were young and parenting resources were not readily available, so she trained as a parenting speaker and began leading parenting classes. She has worked as a Child Protection Worker and director of a family services agency. She has a diploma in Community Service, a BA in applied social services, and is a Certified Canadian Family Educator.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members. It is appropriate for parents of children of all ages.

Program Information:
February 22, 2011
11:30am-1:30pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Party room

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

Breaking Down Barriers: Some Tips on Filing Your 2010 Tax Return

2011-01-10T13:45:00.000-08:00

Presented by Arthur Azana
Free workshop, please RSVP (limited capacity)

Tuesday, January 18, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: January 14, 2011
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Are you looking for simple ways to save some tax? Have you filed a return before, but don’t know whether you qualify for certain types of expenses and deductions? If so, then this seminar is for you.

You Will Learn:
How to claim various types of expenses for a family to maximize your overall refunds;
When you can claim expenses incurred to earn income, and how you can structure your activities and holdings to maximize your deductible expenses;
How to split income with your lower tax bracket family members to save tax;
An easy way to structure an estate to save taxes for the beneficiaries;
And more…

Presenter Bio:
Arthur Azana, CA is a tax specialist with D+H Group LLP, a mid-size accounting firm based out of Vancouver, BC. He has over 16 years of experience providing tax services and advice to both individuals and businesses. Arthur is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, and has been a sessional instructor at the undergraduate level on the topic of income tax. He has also authored topics for joint professional development sessions with other mid-size accounting firms in the Vancouver area, and has presented to a number of industry groups, associations and individual companies, all in the area of income tax.

Farzin Remtulla, CA is a tax specialist with D+H Group LLP. He has over 8 years of experience providing tax services and advice to clients, with a special focus on dealing with Canada Revenue Agency disputes and trusts and estates. He has authored tax topics for various industry publications, including publications targeted toward other Chartered Accountants, and has also presented to various groups on the topic of income tax.

Who Should Attend:
Individuals who have a general understanding of how to file a simple personal income tax return, and who have or expect to have a moderate level of complexity in their filings (by virtue of having family members, investment assets, employment expenses, or other items that require additional schedules to be filed with their personal income tax returns).

Program Information:
January 18, 2011
11:30 am to 1:30 pm

Ponderosa Center
2071 West Mall
Arbutus Room

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

The Leadership Brain-Learning to Lead with the Brain in Mind

2011-01-07T10:39:00.000-08:00

Terry Small
Free Keynote, Please RSVP

January 25, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: January 18, 2010
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
The brain has everything to do with who we are and what we do, and leadership is all about influencing who we are and what we do.
Ninety percent of what we know about the brain has been learned in the last 2 years.

You Will Learn:
• How can you use the growing body of research on the brain to become a more effective leader?
• Why does the brain resist change that prevents new ideas from being accepted?
• How do thinking habits influence our actions, especially with problem solving and conflict resolution?

Presenter Bio:
Terry small, B.Ed, M.A., is a master teacher and learning skills specialist.

He has presented on the brain for over 30 years to organizations around the world. His knowledge, warmth, humour, and dynamic presentation style have made him a much sought-after speaker at workshops and conferences. Terry has been on television, the radio and in the press. He recently appeared on BCTV, Global, CKNW and Student Success. He has presented his ideas to over 200,000 people.

His clients include IBM, Ford, Bayer, Bosch, CRA, RCMP, Toyota and many others.

Terry believes, “Anyone can learn how to learn easier, better, faster, and that learning to learn is the most important skill a person can acquire.”

Terry’s wealth of teaching experience and extensive involvement in applied neuroscience and makes him an outstanding resource of the business and educational community. He resides in Vancouver, Canada, where he is a frequent lecturer at Simon Fraser University and the University of British Columbia.

Terry Small’s philosophy is simple: “Success is a skill anyone can learn.”

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members

Program Information:
January 25, 2011
12:00pm-1:30pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Auditorium/Theater

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name,date and location in the subject line.

Tips & Tricks for Succeeding at Challenging Conversations (Point Grey Campus)

2010-11-17T10:26:00.000-08:00

Diane A Ross
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

December 8th, 2010 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: December 1, 2010
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Most of us feel anxious and uncomfortable when we think about: having to deal with a non-performing team member; delivering difficult news; confronting disrespectful behaviour; or saying “No” to a client, colleague or boss, yet we are faced with having these kinds of challenging conversations on a regular basis. Our ability to handle these conversations well is one of the most important competencies we need to be effective, and to build trust and respect in our organizations. In this session, you will learn some tools and skills and be given a framework to prepare for and manage your most challenging conversations.

You Will Learn:
To evaluate what is at “stake” and whether you need to engage in a particular conversation
To identify what doesn’t work and why when it comes to challenging conversations
A framework to prepare for Challenging Conversations
Skills to navigate Challenging Conversations
How to manage strong emotional reactions to keep conversations on track

Presenter Bio:
Diane is an experienced speaker, facilitator and executive coach. She also trained as a mediator at Harvard Law School. Diane works with leaders, managers and professionals helping them to succeed in their challenging conversations and negotiations. She provides keynote presentations, customized workshops, team building sessions, and executive coaching. Diane has a no-nonsense style that allows her to truly engage with clients and to challenge assumptions and foster personal growth. Diane made the transition from litigation lawyer to consultant in 2004.

By way of background Diane has extensive knowledge and training including 14 years working as a litigation lawyer, a certified executive coach designation from Royal Roads University and training at Harvard Law School’s Program of Instruction for Lawyers in Advanced Negotiations: Managing Difficult Conversations and Mediation. Diane graduated from UBC in 1989 with combined B.Comm (honours) and law degrees.

Diane is currently a non-practicing lawyer with the Law Society of British Columbia, a member of the Canadian Bar Association, and a member of the Women’s Executive Network.
Diane has worked with clients in both the public and the private sector. Her clients include but are not limited to British Columbia Institute of Technology (“BCIT”), B.C. Assessment Authority, School District #68, Best Busy Canada Ltd., College of Licensed Practical Nurses of B.C., The British Columbia Human Resource Management Association (“BCHRMA”), Department of Justice of Canada-B.C. Region, BC Leadership Centre, Yukon Government-Executive Council Office, Certified General Accountants

Association of B.C., Ministry of Attorney General-Criminal Justice Branch, Amber Education Services Ltd, and North Island Employment Foundations Society, as well as a number of law firms. Diane has also presented at the Local Government Management Association Conference, Western Cities Conference, the Woman Lawyers Forum, and the Canadian Bar Association-Alternate Dispute Resolution Subsection.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members

The session is ideally suited for those who are in supervisory or management positions. However, the skills and framework learned are beneficial to anyone who would like to improve their ability to engage in challenging conversations in either their professional or personal life.

Program Information:
December 8, 2010
11:30am-1:00pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Auditorium/Theater

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name and location in the subject line.

Speak Up: Speak Out-Personal Power and Respect in the Workplace

2010-11-09T13:11:00.000-08:00

Presented by Erica Pinsky
Free Seminar, Please RSVP
This event will be catered

Tuesday, December 7, 2010 (VGH Hospital)
Registration Deadline: December 2, 2010
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Over 95% of all workplace disputes can be resolved within the first 3 to 5 days of occurrence...if someone speaks up.

You Will Learn:

What holds you back
How you can be your own advocate
The relationship between behavior and culture
Engage and empower others through respectful dialogue

Presenter Bio:
Erica Pinsky is a dynamic speaker, author and consultant whose passion is promoting respectful workplace cultures. Her highly acclaimed book, "Road to Respect: Path to Profit" offers engaging stories, powerful insights and concrete strategies to inspire leaders and those they lead to walk the talk of respect at work.

Erica’s work history includes the public, private and non-profit sectors in both federal and provincial jurisdictions. Erica’s experience includes policy development, training and presenting, complaint investigation, mediation, organizational audits, conflict management systems and one-on-one skills development.
Erica has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Sociology from the University of Toronto, a Masters of Science in Industrial Relations from the Université de Montreal and a Conflict Resolution Certificate from the Justice Institute of British Columbia. Erica has received her Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation through the British Columbia Human Resources Management Association.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members

Program Information:
December 7, 2010
12:00pm-1:00pm

Diamond Health Centre
2775 Laurel St (view location map)
9th Floor, Rm DHCC9299

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name and your location in the subject line.

Tips & Tricks for Succeeding at Challenging Conversations

2010-11-08T12:37:00.000-08:00

Diane A Ross
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

November 25, 2010 (Okanagan Campus)
Registration Deadline: November 18, 2010
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:

Most of us feel anxious and uncomfortable when we think about: having to deal with a non-performing team member; delivering difficult news; confronting disrespectful behaviour; or saying “No” to a client, colleague or boss, yet we are faced with having these kinds of challenging conversations on a regular basis. Our ability to handle these conversations well is one of the most important competencies we need to be effective, and to build trust and respect in our organizations. In this session, you will learn some tools and skills and be given a framework to prepare for and manage your most challenging conversations.

You Will Learn:

• To evaluate what is at “stake” and whether you need to engage in a particular conversation
• To identify what doesn’t work and why when it comes to challenging conversations
• A framework to prepare for Challenging Conversations
• Skills to navigate Challenging Conversations
• How to manage strong emotional reactions to keep conversations on track

Presenter Bio:

Diane is an experienced speaker, facilitator and executive coach. She also trained as a mediator at Harvard Law School. Diane works with leaders, managers and professionals helping them to succeed in their challenging conversations and negotiations. She provides keynote presentations, customized workshops, team building sessions, and executive coaching. Diane has a no-nonsense style that allows her to truly engage with clients and to challenge assumptions and foster personal growth. Diane made the transition from litigation lawyer to consultant in 2004.

By way of background Diane has extensive knowledge and training including 14 years working as a litigation lawyer, a certified executive coach designation from Royal Roads University and training at Harvard Law School’s Program of Instruction for Lawyers in Advanced Negotiations: Managing Difficult Conversations and Mediation. Diane graduated from UBC in 1989 with combined B.Comm (honours) and law degrees.

Diane is currently a non-practicing lawyer with the Law Society of British Columbia, a member of the Canadian Bar Association, and a member of the Women’s Executive Network.
Diane has worked with clients in both the public and the private sector. Her clients include but are not limited to British Columbia Institute of Technology (“BCIT”), B.C. Assessment Authority, School District #68, Best Busy Canada Ltd., College of Licensed Practical Nurses of B.C., The British Columbia Human Resource Management Association (“BCHRMA”), Department of Justice of Canada-B.C. Region, BC Leadership Centre, Yukon Government-Executive Council Office, Certified General Accountants

Association of B.C., Ministry of Attorney General-Criminal Justice Branch, Amber Education Services Ltd, and North Island Employment Foundations Society, as well as a number of law firms. Diane has also presented at the Local Government Management Association Conference, Western Cities Conference, the Woman Lawyers Forum, and the Canadian Bar Association-Alternate Dispute Resolution Subsection.

Who Should Attend:

This workshop is open to all AAPS members

The session is ideally suited for those who are in supervisory or management positions. However, the skills and framework learned are beneficial to anyone who would like to improve their ability to engage in challenging conversations in either their professional or personal life.

Program Information:

November 25, 2010
12:00pm-2:00pm

Fipke Centre (First Floor)
Rm. 121

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

Overcoming Obstacles and Opening Doors - An Olympic Journey

2010-10-26T11:32:00.000-07:00

Alexa Loo
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

November 16, 2010 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: November 10, 2010
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Are you a professional who is interested in being inspired and motivated to take control of your career? Here is Alexa Loo’s story: She dreamed big and never lost sight of her Olympic dreams.

You Will Learn:
• Techniques to get motivated and stay focused.
• How to not only overcome obstacles but turn the obstacles into opportunities and open doors for your career.

Presenter Bio:
Alexa Loo is a seven time national champion and two time Olympian in the snowboard parallel giant slalom event. She represented Canada in Torino, Italy, making history as the first Canadian woman to compete in the event for Canada. She then went on to compete at home in the Vancouver 2010 games where she placed 12th.

As an 11 year veteran of the national snowboard team, Alexa was a pioneer in the sport, being the first Canadian woman to make a worldcup final and the first to reach a World Cup podium. She has 3 world cup podiums (one silver and 2 bronze), 11 Continental Cup wins and 22 Continental Cup podiums.

Alexa recently retired from competitive snowboarding ranked 1st in Canada and tied for 9th in the World! Alexa is a chartered accountant, working at Entrust CAs in Richmond. She continues to be give back to sport by serving on the Audit and Finance Committees for the Canadian Olympic Committee, coaching entry level track and field with the Richmond Kajaks and motivating and inspiring others to aim high, work hard and give back by speaking at schools and community events.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members

Program Information:
November 16, 2010
12:00pm-1:00pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Rm 216 & 214

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

Leading from the Middle-Administrators and Staffers Need to Create New Kinds of Conversations for a Hacked World

2010-10-05T14:28:00.000-07:00

Presented by Bill Jensen and Josh Klein

Friday, October 22, 2010 (Point Grey Campus)

Program Summary:
Leadership knows no bounds. Especially during times of great change, each of us has a responsibility to lead from wherever we are, no matter what our sphere of influence may be.

In this highly interactive session, Bill and Josh will discuss how to lead from the middle in a hacked world. For their latest book, Hacking Work, they met with an underground army of hackers who are saving business from itself, one bad act at a time.

This session is a call for each of us to help our teammates and institution continuously learn and grow through change. That is “leadership” by any definition!

You Will Learn How To:

• Provide “air cover” for those who benevolently hack
• Do Soft Hacks: bending rules through your relationships
• Gain support of an entire department
• Support change just by sharing data
•…and more

Presenter Bio:

THE CV OF A Simpleton

Harvard Business Review, CNBC and Fast Company have called Bill Jensen today’s foremost expert on work complexity and cutting through clutter to what really matters. He has spent the past two decades studying how work gets done. (Much of what he’s found horrifies him.) He is an internationally-acclaimed author and speaker who is known for provocative ideas, extremely useful content, and his passion for making it easier for everyone to work smarter.

His first book, Simplicity, was the Number 5 Leadership/Management book on Amazon in 2000.

His next best-seller is Simplicity Survival Handbook: 32 Ways to Do Less and Accomplish More. His current book, Hacking Work: Breaking Stupid Rules for Smart Results reveals an underground army of benevolent hackers — breaking all sorts of rules so everyone can do great work. Bill is CEO of The Jensen Group, whose mission is: To make it easier to get stuff done. Among the Jensen Group’s clients are Bank of America, GE, NASA, the US Navy SEALS, British Petroleum, American Express, Chevron, the government of Ontario, Pfizer, Merck, L’Oréal Italia, Johnson&Johnson, Guangzhou China Development District, and the Swedish Post Office. Bill’s personal life fantasy is to bicycle around the globe via breweries.

THE CV OFA Hacker

“Josh Klein is the quintessential hacker — someone who takes his greatest joy from combining the unexpected and seeing the result work in new and better ways.” Josh has practiced and was trained, both formally and informally, in hacking — social systems, computer networks, animal behavior, the publishing industry, and most recently, corporate culture. He is an internationally-acclaimed author and speaker with a reputation for provocative ideas, crystal-clear communication across disciplines, and a passion for finding hidden opportunities for technology innovation.

Josh is CEO of H4X Industries; delivering insight on technology innovation strategy. Most of his time is spent consulting to companies and organizations both large and small, such as: Microsoft, Oracle, Frog Design, Best Buy, the MoMa, Gizmodo, Nokia, Johns Hopkins, Bankinter, The FBI, CIA, and others. He also spends a significant amount of time speaking at conferences, such as Gadgetoff, TED, SICS, LA-IP, BIF, and Serious Play, and writing for publications such as The Guardian, Make Magazine, Harvard Business Review, and others. He has appeared on the Sundance Channel, Discovery, Nova, NPR, and similar programs.

Who Should Attend:

All AAPS Members are welcome

Program Information:

Friday, October 22, 2010
11:30 am to 1:00 pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Auditorium/Theatre

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

Transformational Performance Management

2010-07-27T10:44:00.000-07:00

Presented by Shauna Grinke
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

August 17, 2010 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: August 07, 2010
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Do you know how to engage others in outcome-focused conversations that improve performance? The effective leader knows how to build and maintain effective relationships and work toward collaborative solutions.

You Will Learn:
• About your own coaching and feedback strengths and areas for continued development
• How to apply a model that guides the steps for giving acknowledging and developmental feedback
• About your own preferences for questioning and active listening , and expand your options for improved effectiveness
• How to apply coaching techniques in performance discussions, which will enable you to build strong relationships and guide the conversation and goal-setting process.

Presenter Bio:
Creative, dynamic, results-oriented speaker, author and consultant whose
Shauna Grinke is a creative and experienced facilitator, consultant, coach and leader. She has developed and implemented performance management systems for use in organizations throughout the world for companies like the Pan Pacific Hotels and Resorts and Best Buy Ltd. She has over 20 years experience as a leader, trainer and business leader and, as a life-long learner, has honed her experience with specialized training through the Centre for Creative Leadership in Colorado, Harvard Business School, and IMD in Lausanne, Switzerland.

As a Human Resource leader in organizations that range from large multi-unit international companies, to small entrepreneurial high-growth businesses, Shauna has been personally accountable for leading the human resource function in a way that delivered measurable value to the employees, the shareholder and the customer. As a consultant, Shauna has helped organizations, leaders and teams manage complex organizational change situations, develop in both team and personal effectiveness, and improve employee engagement and organizational results. Shauna helps other human resources and organizational development professionals by her involvement on the Executive Board of the BC Organizational Development Network.

A skilled and engaging communicator and a facilitator of creative solutions, Shauna has a proven ability to help teams and individuals unlock their potential. Shauna’s current clients include provincial and municipal government departments, crown corporations, private sector businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Her commitment is to help clients create transformative results.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members

Program Information:
August 17, 2010
9:00am to 4:00 pm
(Lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm)

Location:
Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Party room (2nd floor)

Please note: This event will not be catered. Only refreshments will be provided. A lunch break will be from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. There is a cafeteria on ground level of the SUB. There are also microwaves available.

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca. Please ensure that the event name is in the subject line.

Speak Up: Speak Out - Personal Power & Respect in the Workplace

2010-06-14T11:30:00.001-07:00

Presented by Erica Pinsky

Free Seminar, Please RSVP

Tuesday, July 20, 2010 (Okanagan Campus)

Registration Deadline: July 09, 2010

Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:

Over 95% of all workplace disputes can be resolved within the first 3 to 5 days of occurrence...if someone speaks up.

You Will Learn:

· What holds you back

· How you can be your own advocate

· The relationship between behavior and culture

· Engage and empower others through respectful dialogue

Presenter Bio:

Erica Pinsky is a dynamic speaker, author and consultant whose passion is promoting respectful workplace cultures. Her highly acclaimed book, "Road to Respect: Path to Profit" offers engaging stories, powerful insights and concrete strategies to inspire leaders and those they lead to walk the talk of respect at work.

Erica’s work history includes the public, private and non-profit sectors in both federal and provincial jurisdictions. Erica’s experience includes policy development, training and presenting, complaint investigation, mediation, organizational audits, conflict management systems and one-on-one skills development.

Erica has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Sociology from the University of Toronto, a Masters of Science in Industrial Relations from the Université de Montreal and a Conflict Resolution Certificate from the Justice Institute of British Columbia. Erica has received her Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation through the British Columbia Human Resources Management Association.

Who Should Attend:

This workshop is open to all AAPS members

Program Information:

July 20, 2010

10:30am to 2:30 pm

(Lunch from 12:00pm-1:00pm)

Location:

3333 University Way

University Centre Building (UNC)

Room 200 (Ballroom)

Please note: Lunch and refreshments will be provided to participants.

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca. Please ensure that the event name is in the subject line.

Your Prescription for Life! SEVEN STEPS TO EXTRAORDINARY HEALTH AND HAPPINESS

2010-05-10T12:27:00.000-07:00

Presented by Dr. Susan Biali
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

Wednesday, May 26, 2010 (Point Grey Campus)

Program Summary:

Would you like your life to feel more vibrant and satisfying, on all levels? Would you like to know exactly what to do, to get your life, your health, and yourself, back? In this program, Dr. Biali will shine a light into the dark corners of your life plan. You’ll discover the Seven Life Secrets that are critical to total wellness and true life success, while being entertained by Dr. Biali’s straight talking style – and her incorporation of Flamenco dancing into her content. She will share insights and techniques on a variety of practical themes, from food to self-esteem to spirituality.

You Will Learn How To:

• Reclaim your most authentic self, and begin to honor who you really are
• Stop putting yourself last, and start making self-love and self-care an absolute priority in your life
• Honor your body and dramatically improve your health, by listening to and understanding your “body language”
• Choose foods that slow down aging and powerfully protect and improve your health
• Improve the quality of your most important and challenging relationships
• Balance your life and find time for the things that count most
• Make room for the divine in all aspects of your life, and gain a fresh, positive perspective on life’s mysteries
• Turn this knowledge into action, now!

Presenter Bio:

Dr. Susan Biali, M.D., an internationally recognized health and wellness and life balance expert, life coach, speaker, and author, can help you finally take the necessary steps that will move you in the direction of your most fulfilling life - a life filled with extraordinary health and happiness.
Formerly a depressed, frustrated Emergency physician, today Doctor Biali lives her own dream and enjoys a busy and fulfilling life as a practicing medical doctor, media health and wellness expert, author, international speaker, and professional flamenco and salsa dancer. Though currently based in Vancouver, for the past four years she commuted between Canada and Los Cabos, Mexico, where she performed for and taught notable celebrities in some of the world's most prestigious hotels and private events.

Doctor Biali has appeared in print, radio, television, film and internet media throughout North America. She has been featured on Fox News, The Good Life Network and MSNBC, and was the weekly health and wellness expert for the television program The Daily, broadcast coast-to-coast on VisionTV. Recently, she has been invited to join the team of "Lifechangers" wellness experts for the Hollywood entertainment show, Extra.

She is the author of Live a Life You Love: Seven Steps to a Healthier, Happier, More Passionate You (Beaufort Books, 2010).

Who Should Attend?

All AAPS Members are welcome

Program Information:

Wednesday, May 26, 2010
12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Auditorium/Theater

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca. Please ensure to have the event name in the subject line.

Teach ‘em How to Fish: Practical Coaching Tools for Managers (Okangan Campus)

2010-04-13T14:04:00.000-07:00

Teach ‘em How to Fish: Practical Coaching Tools for Managers

Sasja Nieukerk, BA, MA
Consultant, Executive Coach, Facilitator and Trainer

Free Seminar, Please RSVP, Catered Event

May 11, 2010 (Okanagan Campus)
Registration Deadline: April 28, 2010
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Coaching is a defined style of interaction that improves performance and innovation. Equipped with outdated or inappropriate approaches to coaching, many managers miss huge opportunities to develop their direct reports' talent and potential. Effective leaders treat every encounter as a potential coaching moment.

Our distinctive Workplace Coaching Model addresses the key challenge you face as a manager; you must meet the developmental needs of your direct reports while juggling your own ambitious goals, busy schedules and daily responsibilities. Our model gives you a framework to help your direct reports learn and get things done themselves, rather than give them orders.

In this highly interactive workshop, you will top up your coaching tool kit and experience coaching firsthand, as both coach and coachee.

You Will Learn to:
A practical definition and demonstration of what workplace coaching is and what it is not
How to identify when you should and when you shouldn't coach
A business case for integrating workplace coaching into your daily routine
Five best practices for a successful coaching conversation
Common traps and how to avoid them

Presenter Bio:
Sasja is a sought after speaker, facilitator, and trainer and has travelled throughout Western Canada giving keynotes and workshops. She is well known for her work in communication and conflict resolution, having developed and delivered workshops that have proven to be extremely popular and highly effective in breaking down barriers to successful working relationships. Sasja is well versed in working with both unionized and non-unionized environments and has achieved great success in providing win-win situations for all parties.

Sasja holds a Master of Arts (MA) with a specialization in Leadership Development and Training from Royal Roads University in Victoria. She is currently completing her certification as a Professional Co-Active Coach through The Coaches Training Institute, recognized worldwide as an industry leader in coach training and certification. In addition, she is also a member of the International Coaching
Federation, which is renowned for its globally recognized credentialing program. Sasja is a qualified Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and certified facilitator for Achieve Global, a leader in the field of training and development for organizations, teams and leaders.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members

Program Information:
May 11, 2010
10:30 am-2:30 pm

Okanagan Room
Participants will be provided lunch and refreshments.

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line. Please ensure you indicate the campus location of the seminar when registering.

Teach 'em How to Fish: Practical Coaching Tools for Managers (Free Workshop)

2010-04-01T13:23:00.000-07:00

Teach ‘em How to Fish: Practical Coaching Tools for Managers

Sasja Nieukerk, BA, MA
Consultant, Executive Coach, Facilitator and Trainer

PowerPoint Presentation

Free Seminar, Please RSVP

April 29, 2010 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: April 16, 2010
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Coaching is a defined style of interaction that improves performance and innovation. Equipped
with outdated or inappropriate approaches to coaching, many managers miss huge opportunities
to develop their direct reports' talent and potential. Effective leaders treat every encounter as a
potential coaching moment.

Our distinctive Workplace Coaching Model addresses the key challenge you face as a manager;
you must meet the developmental needs of your direct reports while juggling your own ambitious
goals, busy schedules and daily responsibilities. Our model gives you a framework to help your
direct reports learn and get things done themselves, rather than give them orders.

In this highly interactive workshop, you will top up your coaching tool kit and experience coaching
firsthand, as both coach and coachee.

You Will Learn to:
A practical definition and demonstration of what workplace coaching is and what it is not
How to identify when you should and when you shouldn't coach
A business case for integrating workplace coaching into your daily routine
Five best practices for a successful coaching conversation
Common traps and how to avoid them

Presenter Bio:

Sasja is a sought after speaker, facilitator, and trainer and has travelled throughout Western Canada
giving keynotes and workshops. She is well known for her work in communication and conflict resolution, having developed and delivered workshops that have proven to be extremely popular and highly effective in breaking down barriers to successful working relationships. Sasja is well versed in
working with both unionized and non-unionized environments and has achieved great success in providing win-win situations for all parties.

Sasja holds a Master of Arts (MA) with a specialization in Leadership Development and Training from Royal Roads University in Victoria. She is currently completing her certification as a Professional Co-Active Coach through The Coaches Training Institute, recognized worldwide as an industry leader in coach training and certification. In addition, she is also a member of the International Coaching
Federation, which is renowned for its globally recognized credentialing program. Sasja is a qualified Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and certified facilitator for Achieve Global, a leader in the field of training and development for organizations, teams and leaders.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members

Program Information:
April 29, 2010
11:00am-2:00pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Party room (2nd floor)

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name and location in the subject line.

CANCELLED: Breaking Down Barriers: Tips to Filing Your 2009 Tax Return

2010-02-10T16:33:00.000-08:00

Presented by Canada Revenue Agency
Free Seminar, Only 100 Spots Available, Please RSVP

March 04, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: February 26, 2010
Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:
Is this your first time filing a tax return? Are you intimidated about the process? Or do you know how to file, but want to maximize your return? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, then this seminar is right for you. CRA wants you to be prepared this 2009 tax season.

You Will Learn:

• Preparing your tax return
• RRSP Contributions
• Homebuyers Plan & Credit
• Tax free Savings account
• My Account for Individuals
• Disability Tax Credit & Registered Disability Savings Plan
• Education credits & Registered Education Savings Plan

Presenter Bio:
Gregory Russell is the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program and Outreach Coordinator for the Vancouver Tax Office of Canada Revenue Agency. He has held this position for the past three years. Prior to this position, he was responsible for approval of waiver requests to reduce tax at source. He has also worked at the Surrey Tax Centre.

Who Should Attend:
Individuals who would like to gain a better understanding of personal taxes and how to make better financial decisions that will minimize their tax situation. This seminar is intended for an audience with little to no background in Tax. This seminar is only for AAPS members.

Program Information:
March 04, 2010
12:00pm to 1:30pm

Henry Angus Building
2053 Main Mall (view location map)
Room 413

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line. Only 100 seats available. Registration is a first come first served basis.

Lessons in Shared and Strength-based Leadership

2010-01-07T10:21:00.000-08:00

Adam Kreek
Free Event, Please RSVP

February 09, 2010 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: January 22, 2010
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:

Successful teams are filled with leaders. Two-time Olympian, Entrepreneur and Author, Adam Kreek shares valuable insights on fostering impactful leadership in competitive team environments. Adam’s passion for life is infectious and his simple and proven strategies offer a platform for success across disciplines.

You Will Learn to:

• Develop a sense of team identity and distribute onus to increase productivity and resilience
• Encourage constructive peer pressure and generate better value from each team member
• Identify strengths in yourself and your employees and why this is critical for team success
• Develop resilient team cohesion through shared success

Presenter Bio:
Adam Kreek is a two-time Olympian, Gold Medalist, and entrepreneur. A self-described "positive realist," Adam founded KreekSpeak to help individuals and organizations excel and achieve desired outcomes. He has spoken to over 100,000 people on topics of success, leadership and teamwork. Adam's upcoming book, Beyond Success, will explore key techniques used by Olympians to succeed and most importantly, how we can maintain happiness before and after success is achieved.

Adam holds a degree in Geotechnical Engineering and Hydrology from Stanford University. In the sporting arena, Adam began a rowing career at the age of 16 and went on to win dozens of international medals. After a disappointing 5th place finish at the Athens Olympic Games of 2004, Adam brought home gold for Canada at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. In Dec. 2011, Adam will row across the Atlantic Ocean to advocate for self-awareness and raise funds for Right To Play, a non-profit that uses play to rehabilitate youth in worn-torn regions of the world.

Who Should Attend:

This workshop is open to all AAPS members

Program Information:

February 09, 2010
12:00pm-1:30pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Auditorium/Theater

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

EFAP Information Session with Human Solutions

2009-12-23T11:49:00.000-08:00

Free Noon-Hour, Please RSVP

January 13, 2010 (St Paul’s Hospital)
Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:
The presentation will cover the breadth of Employee Assistance Program (EFAP) services available to UBC employees through Human Solutions. While the traditional view of EFAP services centres on the counseling portion, in fact there is a growing emphasis on proactive measures focusing on work-life balance, health management, and self-development. We hope to break through the limiting preconceptions of EFAP to provide you with the tools to maintain a healthier, more well-balanced life.

You Will Learn:
• The Plan Smart series
• Health Management services
• Counseling services

Presenter Bio:
Larisa Oproescu is the Senior Account Manager at Human Solutions, and she has been working with Employee and Family Assistance Programs for 4 years. Her background is in psychology and business management and her role is to monitor the services provided to employees thru the EFAP. She also provides support to management and human resources departments.

Who Should Attend:
All levels of the organization
Emerging, mid-level, or strategic

Program Information:
January 13, 2010
Time: 12:30 pm– 1:30 pm

St. Paul’s Hospital
1081 Burrard St.
Vancouver BC V6Z 1Y6 (map)
Prov. Level 4, Dining Room

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name and location in the subject line. Registration is a first come first served basis.

Speak Up: Speak Out-Personal Power & Respect in the Workplace

2009-12-09T10:11:00.000-08:00

Presented by Erica Pinsky
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

Wednesday, January 27, 2010 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: January 08, 2010
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:

Over 95% of all workplace disputes can be resolved within the first 3 to 5 days of occurrence...if someone speaks up.

You Will Learn:
• What holds you back
• How you can be your own advocate
• The relationship between behavior and culture
• Engage and empower others through respectful dialogue

Presenter Bio:

Erica Pinsky is a dynamic speaker, author and consultant whose passion is promoting respectful workplace cultures. Her highly acclaimed book, "Road to Respect: Path to Profit" offers engaging stories, powerful insights and concrete strategies to inspire leaders and those they lead to walk the talk of respect at work.

Erica’s work history includes the public, private and non-profit sectors in both federal and provincial jurisdictions. Erica’s experience includes policy development, training and presenting, complaint investigation, mediation, organizational audits, conflict management systems and one-on-one skills development.

Erica has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Sociology from the University of Toronto, a Masters of Science in Industrial Relations from the Université de Montreal and a Conflict Resolution Certificate from the Justice Institute of British Columbia. Erica has received her Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation through the British Columbia Human Resources Management Association.

Who Should Attend:

This workshop is open to all AAPS members

Program Information:

January 27, 2010
11:00 am to 2:00 pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Party room

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

Strategic Planning Tools for Teams with Berrant Group

2009-10-28T15:44:00.001-07:00

November 24, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Cost: $125
Registration Deadline: November 13, 2009
Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:

Thinking strategically is something that we all know is important; yet probably don’t spend as much time doing it as we should. It is particularly challenging when we’re working in a team-based environment.

This one-day workshop provides a series of tools and processes that keep groups and work teams moving and on track – “from creative chaos to detailed action plans”.
Anyone who leads a work group or team will benefit from this practical set of tools.

You Will Learn to:

• Involve others in decision making without digressing or getting off track
• Generate, categorize and reach consensus on hundreds of ideas in less than an hour
• Determine cause and effect relationships and identify the driving issues
• Identify and display gaps between current and desired performance in critical areas
• Utilize these tools to help build team consensus, create support for ideas, and generate buy in for action plans
• Allow team members to 'safely' contribute, openly and honestly
• Provide practical, easy to follow steps towards solutions.

Presenter Bio:

The Berrant Group is an international training and facilitation firm based in Vancouver. Since 1995 we have provided Management and Business Skills Training, Planning Facilitation and Consulting Services.

Grant Penner and Ian Berry are the principle partners of The Berrant Group and each provide over twenty years of training, facilitation, consulting and operational experience. A balanced perspective, good sense of humour and the ability to zero in on your business needs form the essence of The Berrant Group.

Our approach balances strong, results-oriented objectives with a unique style that supports our strong belief that work must also be fun to be effective.
Our clients range from private to public sector, high tech to manufacturing, and small to large sized organizations. We have conducted group sessions throughout North America, Asia and Europe

Program Information:

November 24, 2009
8:30 am— 4:30 pm
Student Union Building
6138 STUDENT UNION BOULEVARD (view location map)
Room 212A

Included with this session coffee/tea/snacks and lunch.

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

Introduction to Process Mapping with Berrant Group

2009-10-13T14:02:00.000-07:00

October 14, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Cost: $125

Event is now full.

Program Summary:

Change occurs daily in our work lives, and often, that change is not reflected in our daily operating processes. Continually improving our work processes allows the organization to function at its peak, and allows everyone to spend less time fighting fires and more time preventing them. This workshop looks at work from a process perspective and will help you define, plan and implement improvements and optimize your daily management activities.

You Will Learn:

-The basic elements of a process improvement initiative

-To observe the impact of broken processes

-How to position themselves for success well in advance

-How to set realistic goals, identify typical problems, evaluate return on investment, put communication strategies in place to overcome people’s fears – all before starting time consuming and costly process analysis

-To observe how processes affect teamwork, output and communication

-How to Identify the best people to do the analysis and documentation

-To discuss what opportunities to look for and what problems to avoid

-Determine how to ensure changes are sustainable and support the objectives of the initiative back in the work environment

-Apply a five-step model that systematically defines and identifies opportunities for improvement

Presenter Bio:

The Berrant Group is an international training and facilitation firm based in Vancouver. Since 1995 we have provided Management and Business Skills Training, Planning Facilitation and Consulting Services.

Grant Penner and Ian Berry are the principle partners of The Berrant Group and each provide over twenty years of training, facilitation, consulting and operational experience. A balanced perspective, good sense of humour and the ability to zero in on your business needs form the essence of The Berrant Group.

Our approach balances strong, results-oriented objectives with a unique style that supports our strong belief that work must also be fun to be effective.

Our clients range from private to public sector, high tech to manufacturing, and small to large sized organizations. We have conducted group sessions throughout North America, Asia and Europe.

Program Information:

October 14, 2009
8:30 am — 4:30 pm
Student Union Building
6138 STUDENT UNION BOULEVARD
Room 205

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line. Registration will be on a first come first served basis, no exceptions.

Issues and Solutions: Managing Mental Health in the Workplace (Point Grey)

2009-09-23T13:28:00.001-07:00

Issues and Solutions: Managing Mental Health in the Workplace (Point Grey)
Presented by Stephanie Innes from Mental Health Works
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

November 02, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: October 01, 2009
Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:

This workshop will provide you with practical strategies on how to identify and address mental health issues, including emotional distress and burnout at work. You will view an engaging, multi-media presentation featuring real Canadians who live and work with mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. You will also gain useful information and resources for effective performance management when mental health is a workplace concern. All participants will leave with a workbook of useful resources.

You Will Learn:

• Strategies to identify mental health issues, including emotional distress and burnout
• Strategies to address mental health issues and their impacts in the workplace in a positive way
• Information and resources that can support effective performance management practices

Presenter Bio:

Stephanie Innes, BA, B.Ed., created the award winning Mental Illness First Aid course. As Director of Community Education and Training at the Canadian Mental Health Association, she managed 11 staff, 6 of whom lived with persistent and severe mental illness. Her management experience gave Stephanie insight into creating accommodations, the importance of managing mental health in the workplace and creating healthy workplaces. Stephanie has worked in the field of education for over 15 years and has a B.Ed with a specializing in Curriculum Design. She is a skilled adult educator who has designed numerous workplace training programs, trained instructors throughout the province and taught hundreds of courses in organizations throughout the Lower Mainland. She is passionate about creating healthy workplaces for everyone.

Who Should Attend?

M&P staff who are interested learning about the health and well-being of employees, seeking specific information and guidelines for dealing with mental health issues.

Program Information:

November 2, 2009
11:30 to 1:30pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Party Room

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

Strategic Planning Tools for Teams with Berrant Group (UBCO)

2009-08-25T10:17:00.000-07:00

October 06, 2009 (UBCO)
Cost: $125
Registration Deadline: September 05, 2009
Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:

Thinking strategically is something that we all know is important; yet probably don’t spend as much time doing it as we should. It is particularly challenging when we’re working in a team-based environment.
This one-day workshop provides a series of tools and processes that keep groups and work teams moving and on track – “from creative chaos to detailed action plans”.
Anyone who leads a work group or team will benefit from this practical set of tools.

You Will Learn to:
• Involve others in decision making without digressing or getting off track
• Generate, categorize and reach consensus on hundreds of ideas in less than an hour
• Determine cause and effect relationships and identify the driving issues
• Identify and display gaps between current and desired performance in critical areas
• Utilize these tools to help build team consensus, create support for ideas, and generate buy in for action plans
• Allow team members to 'safely' contribute, openly and honestly
• Provide practical, easy to follow steps towards solutions.

Presenter Bio:

The Berrant Group is an international training and facilitation firm based in Vancouver. Since 1995 we have provided Management and Business Skills Training, Planning Facilitation and Consulting Services.
Grant Penner and Ian Berry are the principle partners of The Berrant Group and each provide over twenty years of training, facilitation, consulting and operational experience. A balanced perspective, good sense of humour and the ability to zero in on your business needs form the essence of The Berrant Group.
Our approach balances strong, results-oriented objectives with a unique style that supports our strong belief that work must also be fun to be effective.
Our clients range from private to public sector, high tech to manufacturing, and small to large sized organizations. We have conducted group sessions throughout North America, Asia and Europe

Program Information:
October 06, 2009
8:30 am— 4:30 pm
Student Services Centre
Sunroom

Included with this session are morning coffee/tea/snacks and a small lunch.

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

Strategic Planning Tools for Teams with Berrant Group (Point Grey Campus)

2009-08-25T10:16:00.000-07:00

September 29, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Cost: $125
Registration Deadline: September 20, 2009
Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:

Thinking strategically is something that we all know is important; yet probably don’t spend as much time doing it as we should. It is particularly challenging when we’re working in a team-based environment.
This one-day workshop provides a series of tools and processes that keep groups and work teams moving and on track – “from creative chaos to detailed action plans”.
Anyone who leads a work group or team will benefit from this practical set of tools.

You Will Learn to:
• Involve others in decision making without digressing or getting off track
• Generate, categorize and reach consensus on hundreds of ideas in less than an hour
• Determine cause and effect relationships and identify the driving issues
• Identify and display gaps between current and desired performance in critical areas
• Utilize these tools to help build team consensus, create support for ideas, and generate buy in for action plans
• Allow team members to 'safely' contribute, openly and honestly
• Provide practical, easy to follow steps towards solutions.

Presenter Bio:

The Berrant Group is an international training and facilitation firm based in Vancouver. Since 1995 we have provided Management and Business Skills Training, Planning Facilitation and Consulting Services.
Grant Penner and Ian Berry are the principle partners of The Berrant Group and each provide over twenty years of training, facilitation, consulting and operational experience. A balanced perspective, good sense of humour and the ability to zero in on your business needs form the essence of The Berrant Group.
Our approach balances strong, results-oriented objectives with a unique style that supports our strong belief that work must also be fun to be effective.
Our clients range from private to public sector, high tech to manufacturing, and small to large sized organizations. We have conducted group sessions throughout North America, Asia and Europe

Program Information:
September 29, 2009
8:30 am— 4:30 pm
Student Union Building
6138 STUDENT UNION BOULEVARD (view location map)
Room 42U
Included with this session are morning coffee/tea/snacks and a small lunch.

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

EFAP Human Solutions (Child and Family Research Institute)

2009-08-12T14:15:00.001-07:00

Human Solutions (EFAP) Free Noon-Hour
PLEASE RSVP

October 05, 2009 (CFRI Building)
Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:

The presentation will cover the breadth of Employee Assistance Program (EFAP) services available to UBC employees through Human Solutions. While the traditional view of EFAP services centres on the counseling portion, in fact there is a growing emphasis on proactive measures focusing on work-life balance, health management, and self-development. We hope to break through the limiting preconceptions of EFAP to provide you with the tools to maintain a healthier, more well-balanced life.

You Will Learn:

·         The Plan Smart series
·         Health Management services
·         Counseling services

Presenter Bio:

Simer Sandhu is the Account Management Coordinator at Human Solutions for the B.C. Region. She joined Human Solutions relatively recently, in April 2009, moving from a human resources background in the software industry to a client relations role in the human resources industry.

Who Should Attend:

All levels of the organization
Emerging, mid-level, or strategic

Program Information:

October 05, 2009

Time: 11:30 pm- 12:30 pm

Child and Family Research Institute Rm. 2108 (map)
950 West 28th Avenue
Vancouver, BC

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name and location in the subject line. Registration is a first come first served basis.

Challenge of Change with Warren Macdonald

2009-08-04T14:04:00.000-07:00

September 1, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:

We’ve all heard it a million times; “change is constant”, “the only certainty in life is change”, “change or perish”.
We all know it; what we need is for someone to show us how to deal with it. Warren’s “Challenge of Change”
presentation will help your group realise that challenges brought on by change hold endless opportunities for
innovation and personal and professional growth. That it is possible to not just survive, but to thrive despite
adversity.

You Will Learn:

The ability to recognize and breakthrough mental barriers to change
Tools to turn change and challenge into catalysts for both business and personal growth
A powerful shift in thinking that will put challenges into perspective
A mindset that seeks solutions and opportunities

Presenter Bio:

Warren Macdonald’s life’s boundaries were redefined in April 1997 with his accident on North Queensland’s (Australia) Hinchinbrook Island. Climbing to the Island’s tallest peak, he became trapped beneath a one-ton slab boulder in a freak rock fall. Two days later he was rescued, only to undergo the amputation of both legs at mid thigh.

Just ten months later, he climbed Tasmania’s Cradle Mountain using a modified wheelchair and the seat of his pants.

In February 2003, he became the first double above-knee amputee to reach the summit of Africa’s tallest peak, Mt Kilimanjaro (19,222ft), and more recently, in a spectacular effort requiring more than 2,800 pull-ups over 4 days, created history once again in an ascent of America's tallest cliff face, El Capitan. He is also the only above knee amputee to make an ascent of Canada’s landmark frozen waterfall, the 600 ft “Weeping Wall” in Alberta.

Warren’s first book, “A Test of Will” is an Australian bestseller and the subject of the “Trapped under a Boulder” episode of the Discovery Channel series “I Shouldn’t Be Alive”. His film documenting the epic four-week journey to Federation Peak, Australia most challenging mountain summit, “The Second Step”, has been acclaimed worldwide, screening on National Geographic Television and winning eight international awards including Grand Prize at the prestigious “Banff Mountain Film Festival”.

Warren has appeared on numerous news and current affairs programs, including “Larry King Live”, “The Oprah Winfrey Show”, and “The Hour” with George Stroumboulopoulos. He has written articles for “CNN World Edition” (WWW), “Australian Geographic”, “Speaking of Impact” and “Professional Speaker”.

He lives in Winlaw, British Columbia with his partner Margo Talbot.

Who Should Attend:

All levels of the organization
Emerging, mid-level, or strategic

Program Information:

September 1, 2009
12:00 pm to 1:30pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Auditorium/Theater

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

Human Solutions Free Noon-Hour

2009-07-28T12:31:00.000-07:00

PLEASE RSVP

August 18, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)

Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:

The presentation will cover the breadth of Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services available to UBC employees through Human Solutions. While the traditional view of EAP services centres on the counseling portion, in fact there is a growing emphasis on proactive measures focusing on work-life balance, health management, and self-development. We hope to break through the limiting preconceptions of EAP to provide you with the tools to maintain a healthier, more well-balanced life.

You Will Learn:

· The Plan Smart series

· Health Management services

· Counseling services

Presenter Bio:

Simer Sandhu is the Account Management Coordinator at Human Solutions for the B.C. Region. She joined Human Solutions relatively recently, in April 2009, moving from a human resources background in the software industry to a client relations role in the human resources industry.

Who Should Attend:

All levels of the organization

Emerging, mid-level, or strategic

Program Information:

August 18, 2009

Jack Bell Building for the School of Social Work Rm. 124 (map)

Time: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line. Registration is a first come first served basis.

Cancellation Policy: AAPS requires 3 business days notice for cancellation.

If you have any question regarding workshops offered by AAPS, please contact Jasmin Harry at jasmin.harry@ubc.ca

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Take Positive Control of the Future!

2009-04-23T09:21:00.000-07:00

Presented by Cheryl Cran

Free Seminar, Please RSVP

June 23, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)

Registration Deadline: June 05, 2009

Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:

What if you had a crystal ball?

Cheryl Cran can help you see what the future holds, what the trends in the

workplace are and what we need to do to take control of the future.

Based on Cheryl’s best-selling leadership book, The Control Freak Revolution:

Make Your Most Maddening Behaviors Work for Your Company and to Your

Advantage, this keynote shows how being a positive control freak is

necessary in tough times.

It motivates and teaches audiences to channel their passion for quality and performance into specific positive leadership techniques that prepare everyone for challenging times and the future ahead.

You Will Learn:

· The difference between positive control and negative control- how the brain wants us to focus on the negative!

· How to take inspired action even when feeling uncertain or unmotivated

· Where to spend our energy and focus during times of no information and mixed messages

How to have more time and less stress and therefore feel ‘more in control’

Presenter Bio:

As an in-demand speaker, best-selling author and sought after consultant, Cheryl draws on her years of unique corporate and entrepreneurial success to help leaders and their teams create outstanding results for modern workplaces.

Following phenomenal success working as a leader in the banking, mortgage, and insurance industries and also as an entrepreneur, Cheryl has been in-demand as a keynote speaker and consultant for over 14 years. She has worked with thousands of companies and associations including Astra Zeneca, KPMG, 3M, Johnson & Johnson, PriceWaterhouseCoopers and Chevron.

Cheryl is a regular TV and radio guest with interviews on Fox’s The Mike and Juliet Show and The Fanny Kiefer Show;she has been featured in print media such as Profit Magazine, Reader’s Digest, Metro New York, The Globe and Mail, Selling Power Magazine, Small Business, and Builder Woman Magazine.

Who Should Attend:

Leaders, management, project managers, professional staff, IT professionals, researchers and administrative professionals. This session is for everyone and anyone who at this time need perspective, creativity, practical ideas and innovative ways to feel more in control in life and work. This session promises to be uplifting, educational and reaffirming.

Program Information:

June 23, 2009

11:30 to 1:30pm

Student Union Building

6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)

Auditorium/Theater

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

Breaking Down Barriers: Some Tips in Filing Your 2008 Tax Return

2009-04-01T10:23:00.000-07:00

* Download the archived videos:
- part 1 (72MB)
- part 2 (58MB)

- In order to view these videos you will need quicktime player (from Apple).

Presented by Dayna Holland, CA
Free Seminar, Only 75 Spots Available, Please RSVP

April 16, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: April 10, 2009
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:

Is this your first time filing a tax return? Are you intimidated about the process? Or do you know how to file, but want to maximize your return? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, then this seminar is right for you. Dayna Holland wants you to be prepared this 2008 tax season.

You Will Learn:

-Preparing your tax return
-RRSP Contributions and available withdrawals
-Homebuyers Plan
-The new Tax free Savings account
-GST/HST Housing Rate
-Spouses and Common-Law Partner implications
-Accounting for investment gains and losses
-Education credits

Presenter Bio:

Dayna Holland is a Chartered Accountants who operates a boutique accounting and tax firm responding to a developing niche market, where small to medium sized companies have a void to fill in their Finance departments, given the ever changing and increased compliance requirements.
Dayna has over 10 years of experience as a qualified CA, of which the majority of her time has been spent in industry (post qualification). Dayna provides cost effective solution to this unique problem. Her specialty is in the Corporate Tax Compliance area, in both income and commodity taxes, but also provides advice in the Personal Tax area.
Dayna is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of BC; Canadian Tax Foundation and was a past VP for the Tax Executives Institute.

Who Should Attend:

Anyone who would like to gain a better understanding of personal taxes and how to make better financial decisions that will minimize their tax situation. This seminar is intended for an audience with little to no background in Tax.

Program Information:
April 16, 2009
12:00pm to 1:30pm

Jack Bell Building for School of Social Work
2080 West Mall (view location map)
Room 124

Breaking Down Barriers: Some Tips to Filing Your 2008 Tax Return

2009-03-09T11:28:00.001-07:00

*** Download the Question & Answer Follow-up (pdf) ***

Presented by Dayna Hollan, CA
Free Seminar, Only 75 Spots Available, Please RSVP

March 18, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: March 13, 2009
Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:
Is this your first time filing a tax return? Are you intimidated about the process? Or do you know how to file, but want to maximize your return? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, then this seminar is right for you. Dayna Holland wants you to be prepared this 2008 tax season.

You Will Learn:

Preparing your tax return
RRSP Contributions and available withdrawals
Homebuyers Plan
The new Tax free Savings account
GST/HST Housing Rate
Spouses and Common-Law Partner implications
Accounting for investment gains and losses
Education credits

Presenter Bio:
Dayna Holland is a Chartered Accountants who operates a boutique accounting and tax firm responding to a developing niche market, where small to medium sized companies have a void to fill in their Finance departments, given the ever changing and increased compliance requirements.
Dayna has over 10 years of experience as a qualified CA, of which the majority of her time has been spent in industry (post qualification). Dayna provides cost effective solution to this unique problem. Her specialty is in the Corporate Tax Compliance area, in both income and commodity taxes, but also provides advice in the Personal Tax area.
Dayna is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of BC; Canadian Tax Foundation and was a past VP for the Tax Executives Institute.

Who Should Attend:
Anyone who would like to gain a better understanding of personal taxes and how to make better financial decisions that will minimize their tax situation. This seminar is intended for an audience with little to no background in Tax.

Program Information:
March 18, 2009
12:00pm to 1:30pm

Jack Bell Building for School of Social Work
2080 West Mall (view location map)
Room 124

In Charge of Change! FREE SEMINAR

2009-03-04T12:20:00.002-08:00

Presented by Nisha Khare
ONLY 70 SPOTS AVAILABLE, PLEASE RSVP

March 27, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: March 13, 2009
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Are you ready for change? In a corporate world where there are up-shifts and downturns in positions, departments and maybe your job, Nisha Kharé wants you to be prepared.
Dealing with and understanding change is vital for everyone involved. This workshop deals with feelings around change, working though them and making a difference in your career. Be a leader in change and help yourself by taking charge in your job and personal life.
Don’t wait for change to happen; be prepared for it and know that you control change and it does not control you.

You Will Learn:
How to cope with change
Benefits of change
Difficulties people face because of change
How to understanding one's own resistance to change
How to tap into one’s own resiliency and be in charge of change
How to create a positive work environment during times of change
To identifying leadership opportunities during times of change

Presenter Bio:
Nisha Kharé is a professional speaker and a counsellor who helps her clients to progress and succeed in their careers and lives. Nisha offers a wide range of services – from individual coaching, to seminars and keynote speeches. As a Career & Learning Consultant for Health Canada in BC Region, she works with employees to help them reach their full potential in the workplace.

Prior to working in the career development field, Nisha spent 5 years working as a teacher. This experience has enabled her to design and deliver effective programs today, while keeping in mind the various learning styles and needs.

Nisha has received her Masters in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia, where she also did her Bachelor of Education as well as Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.

Nisha has been hosting local television for over 2 years and has recently started Stand-Up Comedy. Her passion is to help people of all ages along their continuous path, so that they can learn and grow in their current work and life situations.

Who Should Attend:
All levels of the organization
Emerging, mid-level, or strategic

Program Information:
March 27, 2009
MacMillan Building-Rm. 158
Time: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line. Only 74 seats available. Registration is a first come first served basis.
Cancellation Policy: AAPS requires 3 business days notice for cancellation.

If you have any question regarding workshops offered by AAPS, please contact Jasmin Harry at jasmin.harry@ubc.ca

Strategic Planning Tools for Teams with Berrant Group

2009-03-04T12:20:00.001-08:00

March 31, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Cost: $125
Registration Deadline: March 6, 2009
Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:

Thinking strategically is something that we all know is important; yet probably don’t spend as much time doing it as we should. It is particularly challenging when we’re working in a team-based environment.
This one-day workshop provides a series of tools and processes that keep groups and work teams moving and on track – “from creative chaos to detailed action plans”.
Anyone who leads a work group or team will benefit from this practical set of tools.

You Will Learn to:
• Involve others in decision making without digressing or getting off track
• Generate, categorize and reach consensus on hundreds of ideas in less than an hour
• Determine cause and effect relationships and identify the driving issues
• Identify and display gaps between current and desired performance in critical areas
• Utilize these tools to help build team consensus, create support for ideas, and generate buy in for action plans
• Allow team members to 'safely' contribute, openly and honestly
• Provide practical, easy to follow steps towards solutions.

Presenter Bio:

The Berrant Group is an international training and facilitation firm based in Vancouver. Since 1995 we have provided Management and Business Skills Training, Planning Facilitation and Consulting Services.
Grant Penner and Ian Berry are the principle partners of The Berrant Group and each provide over twenty years of training, facilitation, consulting and operational experience. A balanced perspective, good sense of humour and the ability to zero in on your business needs form the essence of The Berrant Group.
Our approach balances strong, results-oriented objectives with a unique style that supports our strong belief that work must also be fun to be effective.
Our clients range from private to public sector, high tech to manufacturing, and small to large sized organizations. We have conducted group sessions throughout North America, Asia and Europe

Program Information:
March 31, 2009
8:30 am— 4:30 pm
Student Union Building
6138 STUDENT UNION BOULEVARD
Room 216
Included with this session are morning coffee/tea/snacks and a small lunch.

Introduction to Project Management with Berrant Group (2-day seminar)

2009-01-20T09:38:00.000-08:00

February 18 & 19, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Cost: $225
Registration Deadline: February 06, 2009
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Tackling today's project focused environment requires a straightforward, down to earth approach. In our most popular program you will learn practical, effective tools, and proven processes that will ensure your projects stay on track and your deliverables are achieved.

You Will Learn to:
• Establish effective communication lines from the start
• Develop concise intended outcomes and deliverables
• Build a Project Charter that is simple, yet effective in getting your projects off to the right start
• Recognize and prevent common Project Management problems
• Use criteria to determine your tasks and measure the project
• Identify and evaluate risks and contingencies
• Effectively determine resource requirements
• Use a Work Breakdown Structure, Gantt Chart and Network Diagram to manage your project
Presenter Bio:

The Berrant Group is an international training and facilitation firm based in Vancouver. Since 1995 we have provided Management and Business Skills Training, Planning Facilitation and Consulting Services.
Grant Penner and Ian Berry are the principle partners of The Berrant Group and each provide over twenty years of training, facilitation, consulting and operational experience. A balanced perspective, good sense of humour and the ability to zero in on your business needs form the essence of The Berrant Group.
Our approach balances strong, results-oriented objectives with a unique style that supports our strong belief that work must also be fun to be effective.
Our clients range from private to public sector, high tech to manufacturing, and small to large sized organizations. We have conducted group sessions throughout North America, Asia and Europe

Program Information:
February 18 & 19, 2009
8:30 am— 4:30 pm
Student Union Building
6138 STUDENT UNION BOULEVARD
Room 216
To Register:
Simply reply back to this email with the name and date of the seminar you wish to attend. Registration will be on a first come first served basis, no exceptions.

Introduction to Process Mapping with Berrant Group

2009-01-15T14:23:00.000-08:00

February 12, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Cost: $125
Registration Deadline: February 01, 2009
Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:
Change occurs daily in our work lives, and often, that change is not reflected in our daily operating processes. Continually improving our work processes allows the organization to function at its peak, and allows everyone to spend less time fighting fires and more time preventing them. This workshop looks at work from a process perspective and will help you define, plan and implement improvements and optimize your daily management activities.

You Will Learn:
• How to position yourself for success well in advance.
• Determine how to set realistic goals, identify typical problems, evaluate return on investment, put communication strategies in place to overcome people’s fears – all before starting time consuming and costly process analysis.
• To use a series of tools to determine if the processes in place, what to do about them, how to document improvement efforts so the activities become continuous.
• Identify the best people to do the analysis and documentation.
• Discuss what opportunities to look for and what problems to avoid.
• Determine how to ensure changes are sustainable and support the objectives of the initiative back in the work environment.
• Apply a five-step model that systematically defines and identifies opportunities for improvement.

Presenter Bio:
The Berrant Group is an international training and facilitation firm based in Vancouver. Since 1995 we have provided Management and Business Skills Training, Planning Facilitation and Consulting Services.
Grant Penner and Ian Berry are the principle partners of The Berrant Group and each provide over twenty years of training, facilitation, consulting and operational experience. A balanced perspective, good sense of humour and the ability to zero in on your business needs form the essence of The Berrant Group.
Our approach balances strong, results-oriented objectives with a unique style that supports our strong belief that work must also be fun to be effective.
Our clients range from private to public sector, high tech to manufacturing, and small to large sized organizations. We have conducted group sessions throughout North America, Asia and Europe

Program Information:
February 12, 2009
8:30 am— 4:30 pm
Student Union Building
6138 STUDENT UNION BOULEVARD
Room 42T
To Register:
Simply reply back to this email with the name and date of the seminar you wish to attend. Registration will be on a first come first served basis, no exceptions.

Owning Your First Home, Know the Steps!

2009-01-09T15:36:00.000-08:00

*** Download the: Powerpoint presentation ***

With Speakers from TD Canada Trust, CHMC, Webster Hudson & Coombe LLP

Thursday, January 22, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Registration Deadline: January 16, 2009
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:
Are you buying your first home, but don’t really know what it entails? Do you have concerns about qualifying for financing? Are you intimidated about the process? If you have these types of concerns, then this presentation is right for you.
Developed in cooperation with TD bank, CHMC, and Webster Hudson & Coombe LLP, this seminar will provide advise, answer questions and debunk some of the myths around buying your first home.

You Will Learn:
• What each professional does, the process of the lawyer, the mortgage manager, the real estate agent
• Choosing the right home
• The role of CMHC
• Mortgage insurance costs
• Sequence of events in owning your first home
• Different mortgage options that best fit their needs
• What you need to know about the legal aspects of owning a home
• What it takes to qualify for a mortgage
• Additional costs to consider (ie) moving costs, legal fees, insurance costs, down payment, home inspection
Presenter Bio’s:
Jas Janda-Wiseman is a Regional Sales Manager for the Fraser Valley at TD Canada Trust. After working for CIBC as a Financial Advisor for 10 years, she joined TD in 1990 as a Financial Advisor and was promoted to Branch Manager in 1994. Jas joined the Mortgage Sales Force and was then promoted to Regional Sales Manager in 2005. Jas has an extensive knowledge of all TD products and policies and will be presenting the “Mortgage Options” portion of “what you need to know about your new home purchase”.

Marcia Jean-Baptiste is a Business Development Area Manager at Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, Canada's National Housing Agency. She joined CMHC in 2005 in the Vancouver Business Centre as a Client Service Agent and was promoted to Area Manager in 2007. Marcia has a thorough knowledge of CMHC product and policies and will present the Mortgage Loan Insurance portion of "what you need to know about your new home purchase" .

Drew M Lawrenson is a Lawyer from Webster Hudson and Combe LLP. Drew graduated from the University of British Columbia with his Bachelors in Law in 2004 and was admitted into The Society of Law in 2005. Drew practices in corporate and commercial, real-estate, banking and trust wills and estates law. Drew will discuss “what you need to know about the legal side of buying a home”.

Who Should Attend:
• First-time homebuyers
• Seasoned home owners wanting a change

Program Information:
Neville Scarfe Building
2125 Main Mall
Room 209

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.
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Cancellations: All events are costly to set up, even those which are 'no charge'. If you book, but find you are unable to attend, please let us know as soon as possible. We often hold waiting lists, and this will allow us to offer your space to another member.

If you have any question regarding workshops offered by AAPS, please contact Jasmin harry at jasmin.harry@ubc.ca

In Charge of Change! FREE SEMINAR

2009-01-06T12:49:00.000-08:00

Presented by Nisha Khare
ONLY 30 SPOTS AVAILABLE, PLEASE RSVP

Monday, January 26, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)
Registration Deadline: January 19, 2009
Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:
Are you ready for change? In a corporate world where there are up-shifts and downturns in positions, departments and maybe your job, Nisha Kharé wants you to be prepared.
Dealing with and understanding change is vital for everyone involved. This workshop deals with feelings around change, working though them and making a difference in your career. Be a leader in change and help yourself by taking charge in your job and personal life.
Don’t wait for change to happen; be prepared for it and know that you control change and it does not control you.

You Will Learn:
• How to cope with change
• Benefits of change
• Difficulties people face because of change
• How to understanding one's own resistance to change
• How to tap into one’s own resiliency and be in charge of change
• How to create a positive work environment during times of change
• To identifying leadership opportunities during times of change

Presenter Bio:
Nisha Kharé is a professional speaker and a counsellor who helps her clients to progress and succeed in their careers and lives. Nisha offers a wide range of services – from individual coaching, to seminars and keynote speeches. As a Career & Learning Consultant for Health Canada in BC Region, she works with employees to help them reach their full potential in the workplace.

Prior to working in the career development field, Nisha spent 5 years working as a teacher. This experience has enabled her to design and deliver effective programs today, while keeping in mind the various learning styles and needs.

Nisha has received her Masters in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia, where she also did her Bachelor of Education as well as Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.

Nisha has been hosting local television for over 2 years and has recently started Stand-Up Comedy. Her passion is to help people of all ages along their continuous path, so that they can learn and grow in their current work and life situations.

Who Should Attend:
All levels of the organization
Emerging, mid-level, or strategic

Program Information:
January 26, 2009
IBLC Building-Rm. 461
Time: 12:00 pm - 1 pm

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line. Only 30 seats available. Registration is a first come first served basis.
Cancellation Policy: AAPS requires 3 business days notice for cancellation. Failure to do so will result in participants owing an administrative fee of $20.00. Attendance will be taken.

If you have any question regarding workshops offered by AAPS, please contact Jasmin Harry at jasmin.harry@ubc.ca

TERRY SMALLS: Brain Boosting Secrets

2008-12-09T13:56:00.001-08:00

Brain Boosting Secrets-Part 2

Making the Science of Cognitive Fitness Work For You! FREE

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 (Point Grey Campus)

Registration Deadline: January 07, 2009

Please register before this date to ensure event is not cancelled.

Program Summary:

Your brain is involved in everything you do! 90% of what we know about the brain has been learned in the last 2 years and yet most people never think much about their brains. You simply trust your brain to do its job.

Brain dysfunction is the #1 reason people fail work, school, and relationships. Your brain is the supercomputer that runs your life. This session has 2 bottom lines: when your brain works right, you work right and everyone needs a little help.

You Will Learn:

· The #1 job of your brain

· How to eat right, to think right

· How to get rid of negative thoughts

· The #1 food for your brain (you probably don't eat this right now)

· How to improve your reading skills

· How to improve your memory

· How to outwit Alzheimer's disease

· The 3 things every brain must have

Presenter Bio:

Terry Small, B.Ed., M.A. is a master presenter and learning skills specialist. He has presented his ideas to over 160,000 people. Terry's clients include Save On Foods, Bayer, Safeway, BC Lottery Corp., Envision Financial, the RCMP and many others. He was a featured speaker at the BC Retailer's Conference. His knowledge, warmth, humour and dynamic presentation style have made him a much sought-after speaker at workshops and conferences. Terry has been on CTV, BCTV, CKNW and Global and he has been featured in every major newspaper in Canada. Terry is listed in Nationwide Register's Who's Who in Executives and Businesses.

Who Should Attend:

Anyone who has a brain, wants to keep it healthy, and learn to use it more effectively.

Program Information:

Student Union Building

6138 STUDENT UNION BOULEVARD

Auditorium

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with your name and the session you wish to attend!

Session 1: 9:30-11:00 a.m.

Session 2: 12:00-1:30 p.m.

If you have any question regarding workshops offered by AAPS, please contact

Jasmin harry at jasmin.harry@ubc.ca