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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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Lessons in Shared and Strength-based Leadership

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.

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EFAP Information Session with Human Solutions

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.

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