Therapy as a Path to Growth

YouTube Preview ImageThis recording is my interview with psychotherapist Amy Greenleaf Brassert. We discuss what therapy is, how it can help, and Amy offers her suggestions for what to ask a therapist when you call to inquire.

“Career Smarts” Sheet for this interview

 A page of tips and key points from this conversation with Amy’s contact information and further resources.

Workshops on Health, Career Development, and Life Transitions

Tikkato LogoRecently, a few colleagues and I launched Tikkato ~ the art of living big. Tikkato is a hub of coaches and counsellors offering creative programs for personal growth and new connections. We have 5 workshops offered in April and May on themes of health, career development, and life transitions.

April 3rd > Getting Unstuck: Cultivating Change Through Creativity & Connection
April 18 > Women in Transition: Mindfulness as a Path to Positive Living
May 8 > Women in Transition: Navigate Relationship Changes to Emerge Healthier & Stronger
May 16 > Your Antidote to Stress & Anxiety: Eating Foods That Balance
May 29 > Women in Transition: What’s the Next Chapter in Your Career Story?

Please see all the details at www.tikkato.ca. You can sign up for Tikkato’s e-news to keep up to date on programs and events. Also find Tikkato on Facebook and Twitter.

Your Sustainable Creative Enterprise

Tools & Tactics for Personal Resilience & Financial Clarity
April & May 2012

Don’t let the doubts and occasional disorganization of self-employment drag you down!

photo courtesy of webgrrls.com

This hands-on program will help you manage your financial demons while offering a strong dose of inspiration that taps into your strengths and rekindles an energizing business vision.

You’ll get two group workshops plus two 1-hour individual coaching sessions over four weeks:

> April 14th, 2:00 – 4:30 p.m Group Workshop #1
> April 28th (times determined individually) 1-Hour Individual Financial Coaching Session
> May 5th, 2:00 – 4:30 p.m. Group Workshop #2
> Early May (time determined individually) 1-Hour Individual Vision Coaching Session

Facilitators: Anne Carbert and Sarah Hopen, Founder & CEO of STAR Company

FOR FULL DETAILS & TO REGISTER: Go to  http://sustainablecreativeenterprise.eventbrite.com/

Space is limited to 8 participants. Registration Deadline: April 6, 2012.

Women in Transition

Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 6 p.m.

Tikkato LogoJoin a group of diverse, creative, curious women for a lively discussion of the challenges and triumphs that women face during mid-life.

Our panel includes three women who have navigated their career, health and life changes with wisdom, courage and humour. Be inspired by their stories. Share your experiences and learn from others in attendance.

The evening includes small group conversations on the panel themes followed by time to mingle. Refreshments provided.

This event kicks off a workshop series tailored for women and hosted by Tikkato ~ the Art of Living Big. Tikkato is a new collaborative hub of coaches offering creative programs to inspire personal growth and new connections. Our program themes are career development, health and well-being, and life transitions.

Date & Time: Tuesday, February 28, 2012, 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Location: Centre for Social Innovation Annex, 720 Bathurst St. near Bloor

Fee: $20 Registration Deadline: February 21st

Register Online at http://feb28womenintransition.eventbrite.com. Space is limited, so register soon. Advance payment is required to hold your spot.

Set Your Career Priorities & Goals for 2012

New Evening Workshop: Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Set your sights on a more satisfying worklife this year!

This workshop will help you to articulate clear goals and identify concrete steps to achieve them. We’ll discuss how to create momentum and stay on track.

Through discussion and interactive exercises, you will:

  • learn goal-setting tips so your career goals are inspiring and doable, not vague or overwhelming
  • set your key career priorities for 2012 and break large goals down into manageable steps
  • review common career action steps for job searching and career exploration
  • learn and share strategies to keep motivated and moving
  • leave with a 3-month action plan and resources for follow-up

The workshop is a mix of presentation, group discussion and individual reflection exercises. Refreshments provided.

Date and Time: Wednesday, January 25th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Centre for Social Innovation Annex at Bathurst and Bloor
Fee: $30 + HST
Registration: Contact Anne at anne@annecarbert.ca or 647-378-1325. Advance registration is required and space is limited to 10 participants. Registration preferred by January 18th.

Building Self-Confidence

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This recording is my interview with chiropractor Dr. Anita Shack. She reminds us how self-esteem and self-confidence are the foundation of well-being and she shares 5 tips for boosting self-confidence.

“Career Smarts” Sheet for this interview

A page of tips and key points from this conversation with Anita’s contact information and further resources.

Image from Inside Out

YouTube Preview ImageThis recording is my interview with image consultant Tamara Glick. She highlights how appearance and personal presentation can be an outward expression of our authentic inner selves and also offers a smart approach to updating your image at a time of job or career change.

“Career Smarts” Sheet for this interview

 A page of tips and key points from this conversation with Tamara’s contact information and further resources.

 

Your Online Presence

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This recording is my interview with Cassie Barker, Principal of Collective Strategy. We discuss how career changers and job seekers can create an online presence with web tools such as blogs, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

“Career Smarts” Sheet for this interview

A page of tips and key points from this conversation with Anita’s contact information and further resources.


 

Get Organized!

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This recording is my interview with Deanne Kelleher, a professional organizer and Principal of kAos Group. We discuss some tips to help career changers and job seekers organize information and their career search projects.

Career Smarts Sheet for this interview

This page includes a summary of our conversation, links to further resources, and Deanne’s contact information.

Responding to Feedback at Work

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This recording is my interview with Martha Dove, a counselor, coach, trainer and facilitator in Toronto. We discuss how to respond to feedback in the workplace and encourage your manager to be more specific.

Additional Details:

Martha Dove  Counselor, Coach, Trainer & Facilitator
Web: http://www.marthadove.com/
“Career Smarts” Sheet: Martha Dove

A “Career Smarts” sheet is a PDF page of tips and key points from this interview.  The page includes the interviewed local professional’s contact information as well as further resources.