Leadership

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Productively engaging in conflict is always valuable. Most people are willing and interested in resolving their conflicts; they just need the appropriate skill set and opportunities in which to practice this. Without a conflict skill set, people want to avoid conflict, hoping it will go away or not wanting to make a “big deal out of nothing.” Research and personal experiences show us that, when we avoid conflict, the conflict actually escalates and our thoughts and feelings become more negative. Our conflict management workshop examines conflict styles and allows participants to really see their own behavior patterns. Through behavioral style assessments, interactive discussions, and role-play, we help workshop participants to change the way they view and handle daily conflict. The result is a re-alignment of attitudes and a tremendous increase in teamwork, improved relationships and more time!

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“Every team I am on is functional and inspiring. The relationships I have with my friends, family, and partner are amazing. I feel confident and powerful to speak up or participate in any and every situation – regardless of who’s watching me.” Does this sound like you? Are you interested in how this could be you? This workshop is intended for the high-potential leaders who are really ready to step up their life. Through this workshop we will uncover the self-imposed roadblocks that stop us from reaching our full potential and truly being a contributing factor in this the world. This workshop will be led by two leadership development rock stars from across the globe: Krystal Gabriel traveling in from Victoria and Matt Corker (via skype) from Copenhagen, Denmark. (Who says geographical distance needs to stop us from making a difference?)

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With the help of 4 colors and a few personal experiences, this presentation will guide you through creating synergy in a group, increasing collaboration and communication, and better handling of interpersonal relationships. We strongly suggest that you stay away from this presentation if you do not want to be a happier and more effective leader. Participants can expect not only to gain valuable knowledge about working in groups and leading others, but to have time to practice their new skills, to hear both success and horror stories but most importantly to walk away with a new favorite color.

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Meow! Leading a team can be a lot like herding cats – everyone going their own way and not to mention cat fights. In this session we will discuss how to get individual members to work as a team and to buy-in to the goals of your group. We will discuss how to set up your meetings and how you can be dynamic in your response to your team. We will also share some easy tips to move from brainstorming to action. Herding Cats will help you bring together your team and their ideas to get them to go where you want.

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Participants will discover leadership across cultures, disciplines, and domains of life through an intimate presentation that will include opportunities to share personal experiences.

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Does “success” = “value”? How does the world measure the two? You may have encountered what’s called the GDP – Gross Domestic Product – in your macroeconomics class. The GDP is a way by which a country can measure its success, looking at how much “stuff” they’re making and how that translates to “real money”. But can you use this same tool to measure value? No. For you to be unreasonably innovative leaders you need to rethink the system. At this workshop you’ll get to tackle the puzzle and learn about a possible solution: Gross National Happiness (aka GNH). You’ll get to explore how you can calculate value and adapt the idea of GNH to the clubs and organizations you lead.

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Leadership is empowering others to reach a common goal. In this workshop we will introduce and highlight subtle leadership, a form of leadership that often goes unnoticed by individuals in a group, but is just as vital to the overall success of the team.

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We all have those group members that drive us crazy. Whether it be a group project, council, club, Residence Life etc, you will get the opportunity to learn how to overcome frustration and ultimately climb your way to the top!This workshop is all about hands on learning with the help of blindfolds, marshmallows, and toothpicks to help identify your strengths and weaknesses. From there, we will generate discussion on group member types and how you can use your strengths to overcome conflict.

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Let’s face it – we live in a meeting culture. Whether it’s going out for coffee with somebody or touching base, our first instincts are always to meet. Unfortunately, we also live in a culture that endorses meetings that suck. You know what I’m talking about – the ones that take too long, don’t get anything done, leave you thinking “what was that?!” In this interactive workshop, we’ll go over some broad ways to think about meetings and then we’ll brainstorm ways to change meetings that suck into meetings that rock. Be sure to bring your own personal horror stories of meetings that went horribly and we’ll all leave the workshop better prepared to go out into the world to hold impactful and relevant meetings.

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With the use of the TV show, The Office, we will highlight different types of personalities that may be present in a group situation. These personalities include; Dwight the organizer and know-it-all, Jim the easy going guy, maybe too “chill”, Pam, the listener who is nervous to speak up and Andy, the one with lots of energy and is maybe too obnoxious. Through discussion and analysis of these types of personalities we will come up with strategies to best utilize each person’s strengths and weaknesses. This session will force participants to reflect on their personalities and take away new strategies on how to personally be more effective in group situations.

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Come learn about the concept of paradigms, and explore how our paradigms shape the way we interact with the natural world and with other people. In particular, discover how certain key developments over time have led humans to see themselves as separate from “nature”, and hence not responsible for it/to it. Paradigms are only the start. Once you understand what we think and why we think it, the workshop will explore how we can overcome the bridge that has developed between humans and nature. In particular, we will examine how, as young people, we have a role in actively re-engaging ourselves with our natural environment, so that we all feel a greater sense of stewardship towards the planet and its future. The main focus of the presentation will be on strategies: we know there is a disconnect- now how do we overcome it? Through examples of my work with both Common Energy UBC and Oxfam UBC, we will examine how becoming involved with community organizations can help bring people together and bring about this “reconnection”. Participants will have a chance to discuss specific opportunities or projects they see being applicable to the discussion, in terms of moving forward.

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All people are human; this means that we all have flaws. Yes, I’m talking about you too! With that being said, it is important that as leaders we find ways to work with other’s flaws and also identify our own and try to make them easier for others to work with.

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Have you ever wondered what goes behind the scenes when organizing events? Why do organizers spend sleepless nights on events that last for just a few hours or days? Well look no further, this workshop will engage you on how to keep your party rock on by successfully organizing events, managing logistics, and mainly focusing on how to negotiate deals, and leading a team to success. It is our workshop’s mission to make sure that every day you’re shufflin’ and that everybody has a good time.

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Positive energy, community building, and musical excellence all come together in this participatory and hands on workshop. Through a blend of rhythm, group singing, demonstration and discussion, we will discover and awaken our leadership qualities that are exemplified in the pursuit of choral harmony. No previous musical experience is necessary. This program highlights an inclusive approach to collaboration, creativity and connection. The workshop will emphasize music as a catalyst for personal development and leadership. Applicable to all walks of life!

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There can be much more to work than getting to the end of the day and completing a list of mundane tasks. In a world where human connection and, for lack of better term, “love” is becoming less common, hear the story of how one “Love Chicken” spread gratitude, inspiration and thanks to a summer camp community and beyond. The Love Chicken Philosophy challenges the traditional ways of celebrating leadership by celebrating smaller wins within a team setting in an every day leader’s life rather than solely acknowledging the large accomplishments of leaders. In “The Power of the Love Note: How a Chicken Changed Camp” learn how the Love Chicken Philosophy and small win success theories can be applied to where you live, work or play to encourage, show appreciation for and challenge your team to celebrate and challenge one another to even greater heights.

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With 80 years of history, CVC has gone through its fair share of trials and tribulations. Having an executive body of over 70 students, it is imperative that such a large team stays connected and empowered to carry out their roles. In our short time, we will discuss ways you can create an effective culture of informal communication while still being able to be productive and organized. Regardless if you are part of a student club, workforce or volunteer organization – you can take initiative to bond your team together – because you can contribute to an organization’s growth AND sustain it.