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Leadership for Women - Research - PARTICIPATE!

May 15th, 2008

Patterson McGrath & Associates is conducting a study of the personal qualities, background experiences, and critical skills of successful female leaders in
North America.  The study consists of an online survey and telephone interviews. Our results will allow us to document and publish a summary of the findings and create tools, workshops, and techniques designed to help women to enhance their leadership skills.

 Your participation in this study is highly valued as you will help other women to learn from your experiences and provide expertise to help guide them in their careers.  We recognize that your time is valuable and we want to offer you the option of participating in the survey, the interview, or both.  In return for your participation, we will be sure to share the results with you. 

At a minimum, please click on the link to complete the on-line survey; it should take no more than 10-15 minutes of your time.

If you would be open to being interviewed on the phone for 30 minutes to gather additional data, please email me kelly@leadforwomen.com directly and we will set up a time. Your participation in this important leadership survey for women is much appreciated.

Kelly Patterson McGrath, President, CEO

Paul Bernthal, Ph.D.

Rebekka Althouse, Ph.D. SPHR

Leadership Project and divine.ca

March 13th, 2008

Patterson McGrath and Associates are very excited to announce our women’s leadership research project that we are taking on with our associate Dr. Paul Bernthal. We will be talking to over 100 women leaders from across North America to gather data on their experiences in their work world and what impact being a woman has had on their career path. We will also be gathering data from many other women through an online survey. The data will be reviewed and a white paper will be published. A Leadership Assessment tool specifically for women will be the result. If you are interested in participating either in the interview or the on-line survey please email me directly - kelly@leadforwomen.com and I will put you on my list. The interview part will take approximately 30 minutes.

The Power of Women Daily Journal is “Editor’s Pick” of the month. Divine.ca is a great on-line women’s magazine full of great tips, ideas and insights for women.

Register Today! Welcome to our New Sponsor.

March 2nd, 2008

The April 4th, Stress Management Workshop is coming quickly, please register early to avoid disapointment. 9:00 - 11:30 at the MacLaren Art Centre in Barrie, Ontario. We will be using the best selling StressMap Self Assessment questionnaire. Don’t miss this one! Special rates are available for women who work for non-profit organizations.

We are excited to announce a new major sponsor for our SPRING series of workshops. The Women in Business Awards, and The Barrie Examiner have come on board as our newest sponsor. We are pleased to welcome Denise Tucker and her team as we help promote The Women in Business luncheon event  - the region’s premier venue to showcase and celebrate the achievements of business women in our area. This event will be held on October 16, 2008 at Tangle Creek Golf Course. Mark you calendars now for this spectacular event. Stay tuned for information on nominating a powerful woman in business for this year’s awards.

A Great New Year!

January 3rd, 2008

I wish everyone all the best for the new year.  Make this a year of small successful steps in your life. Eat an apple a day, keep it simple and be consistent.

I have also just launched my first newsletter, if you would like to receive it please email using the contact us page on the right and I will send you the first issue!

I have just released the upcoming Spring Power of Women Series of Workshops.
April 4th will be Stress Management using the StressMap, a great self assessment tool for managing stress and balance in your life. May 16th is Emotional Intelligence, learn how to manage your emotions, work better with others and create your action plan for success! Back by popular demand (it was sold out in November) June 20th - Communicate for Success. Learn your communication style and how you can connect better with others.

Thank You!

December 4th, 2007

I would like to thank all of the women who attended The Power of Women workshops this year.  I was impressed and delighted with their level of insight, participation and tremendous support for this series.  Over 95% of the 100 women rated the workshops as excellent and many of them attended all three.

We have one more coming up - Coaching on January 18th  SOLD OUT. I will also be releasing the lineup for The Power of Women Learning series for the spring. Send me an email if you would like to be put on the mailing list and be the first to register!

I have been a guest on Rogers Television’s Woman to Woman show with Deanne McCallum in the past couple of weeks. Deanne is an absolute delight to chat with and her show is great.

Don’t forget to get your Power of Women Journal for yourself or as a great gift for your mother, sister or girlfriends! The Journal is very popular and great resource for creating what you need in your life.

Just Released! The Power of Women Journal

October 15th, 2007

I am thrilled to announce my new Journal, The Power of Women has just arrived and is available for purchase. This fantastic Journal (200 pages) is a great place to go whenever you feel a need to express, be thankful or just vent. Journaling is a great way to express ourselves and record those special memories and dreams.

The Power of Women Journal provides you with daily pages for writing, inspirational and funny quotes, tips and techniques on creating balance in your life, a calendar and an address book. A great gift for you and your girlfriends!

ORDER YOURS TODAY! $19.95 Unleash your power - The Power of Women!

Great Response!

September 22nd, 2007

I am overwhelmed by the great response; registration for the upcoming workshops is getting close to capacity. If you are thinking of signing up, do it now so you are not dissapointed. You will be inspired, empowered and motivated to create what you need in your life right now. $45 per Workshop and remember we offer a rate of $25 per workshop for Non-Profit organizations.

Fall/Winter Workshop Schedule!

August 14th, 2007

You have been asking, here it is! A series of public workshops for women - The Power of Women Learning Workshops. Get inspired, motivated and re-energized! Learn key skills, laugh and connect with other fabulous women.

Register early, spaces are limited. The fee is $45 per workshop. I am also offering a rate of $25 for non-profit organizations, these are limited spaces.

Finding Your Work/Life Balance

May 22nd, 2007

Spending too much time at the office? Checking your “crack” Berry every 10 minutes?
Missing important family events? You are not alone. A recent Stats Canada report revealed that Canadians spend 45 fewer minutes with their families every day than they did 20 years ago. This adds up to five additional work weeks per year. Stop this madness!

DO - at the end of each day set your priorities for the next day - be specific
DO - make a distinction between work and the rest of your life - protect your private time and set your boundaries up front with work and family.
DON’T - miss your vacation time - take all of your holidays, you earned them and deserve them, take them!
I am sure you do not want your last words to be “boy, I wish I had spent more time at the office.”
Choose balance.

NEW - StressMap® Balance Coaching

March 31st, 2007

 GET YOUR BALANCE BACK!

“75-90% of visits to primary care physicians are due to stress-related problems including backache, insomnia, anxiety, depression, chest pain, hypertension and headache.” Essi Systems

Did you know that 63.1% of stress claims are filed by workers in the 30-49-year-old age group? If you are feeling overly stressed and headed for burnout, you now know you are not alone.

We use Essi Systems StressMap® to help you minimize the levels of stress in your environment, work and family relationships and personal pressures. You will improve your coping responses and learn to how to get your balance back. This assessment illuminates where stress is hampering your physical and/or emotional well being. The StressMap® is completely confidential and a scientifically valid instrument for diagnosing stressors in your life as well as pinpointing new strategies for overcoming unhealthy stress.  You will create your own action plan for change.

The StressMap® includes a in-depth questionnaire, a visual scoring grid, interpretation guide and 21-Day Action Planning Workbook.

You will complete the StressMap questionnaire and receive a 60 minute Balance Coaching session either on the phone or in person. The StressMap is sent directly to your home or office. You will also receive a follow-up session 60 days after you have completed your StressMap to ensure you are on track and making progress.

StressMap Balance Coaching - $175 - buy now!

Call or email today to book your confidential session with our certified StressMap trainer.

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