Dare to Lead™ – Learning to be brave with your life- Part 1

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Dare to Lead™ – Learning to be brave with your life

Part 1 on 21 April 2020

&

Part 2 on 6 October 2020

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:

Due to lockdown the 21 April was a virtual taster session (using Zoom) 6.30- 8.00pm and the follow up  will  take place on 6 October online also. This session was recorded.

The event details for 21 April were:

Daring leaders are self-aware, know how to have hard conversations, hold themselves and others accountable, lead with empathy and connection, reset quickly after disappointments and setbacks, and give and receive feedback – especially when it’s tough.

Based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown, Dare to Lead™ is an empirically based courage-building program…what Brené refers to as a “skill-based playbook for leaders.” The most significant finding from her latest research is that courage is not an inherent quality (you either have it or you don’t) but rather it is a collection of four skill sets that are teachable, measurable, and observable. These skill sets are:

  • Rumbling with Vulnerability:Facing risk, uncertainty, and emotional exposure with courage and clarity.
  • Living into our Values:Identifying, operationalising, and practicing the beliefs that we hold most important.
  • BRAVING Trust:Creating or deepening connections in relationships and teams based on the seven elements of trust.
  • Learning to Rise:Learning and growing from the failures, setbacks, and disappointments that are inevitable when we are brave with our lives.

Whether you are leader at work, a leader at home or recognise the importance of leading yourself, this session is for you.

On 21 April, we explored the four courage-building skillsets and shared some activities and ideas. The session was brilliant and the follow up session- Part 2 is again online and is on 6 October.  Looking forward to seeing you then if not before!

From the event:

  • You scored this event as:

out of 5!

Melissa Hague

Melissa Hague has been a Learning & Development professional for over twenty years, focussing on all aspects of leadership development. Alongside developing others, she is obsessed with her own personal development, believing that to do ‘the work with others’ you must first ‘do the work yourself’. This brought her to the work of Dr Brené Brown, and she has been on quite the journey ever since. In 2019 Melissa was blessed with the opportunity to train with Brené herself and become a Certified Dare to Lead Facilitator. Her strong desire now is to share this important work with others on their own personal development journeys

**Please note that because of the ongoing situation with Covid19, Melissa kindly agreed to run a virtual taster session for us on the originally planned date and then ta follow up session again on line as we cannot meet face to face still on 6 October event**

Date:                           Tuesday 21 April, 6.30pm until 8pm (VIRTUAL SESSION)

AND Tuesday 6 October 6pm for 6.30pm start until 8pm (VIRTUAL SESSION)

Venue:                         Tues 21st April & Tues 6 October : Your Computer!      

Event Cost:                  £16 (for the 2 sessions) 

 

Please note that the booking fee covers the cost of organising the event which includes light refreshments and a finger buffet, plus small donation to a charity that supports women.

By submitting your details at ticket purchase, you consent to receiving email marketing messages from Aspiring Women. If you wish to unsubscribe, please follow the unsubscribe option at the bottom of the emails, or tell us at the event.
Payment on the door:  Many times we need to ensure that we have numbers of attendees and names before the event begins (for catering / training / location security).  In exceptional circumstances we may accept payment on the door, but this is by prior arrangement and agreement only!
Cancellation/refunds: we completely understand how sometimes things come up at the last minute!  Although we will do our best to accommodate your inability to attend after booking/payment, we ask that you please let us know as soon as possible either by email or phone (we always provide a phone number in the joining instructions sent on the day).  However, please bear in mind that refunds can only be made if you cancel before the day of the event:
  • Before the day: refund or payment put towards future event
  • On the day: payment put towards future event
  • No show without notice: no refunds or future event reservation – you lose your money – sorry!

 

Marie, Kelly and Ginette

The Aspiring Women Dorset Team

Knowing Your Worth

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Knowing Your Worth

Understand : Dare : Thrive

22 Oct 2019

​In this session, Diana explored why ‘knowing your worth’ resonates so loudly with women today. By addressing the real causes, the topic can be silenced, and you’ll be able to reap the rewards.

The session gave us:

  • insights into the psychological dynamics of insidious micro-behaviours which make issues such as asking for a pay rise, a better bonus or a promotion so deeply difficult for many women
  • the facts about the issue and we discovered why addressing it is crucial
  • learned how to articulate the truth about your value and potential, using straight-forward frameworks to make a fast start
  • practical, accessible and non-intimidating strategies to secure recognition, opportunities, support and rewards

 

This session drew on the 10 years of pioneering research by The Women’s Sat Nav to Success and shared stories and quotes from some of the 45 female leaders interviewed by Diana for her book: The Women’s Sat Nav to Success: how to have your best career.

 

 

Special Offer: Aspiring Women have negotiated a 10% discount for members who want to order Diana’s book, which is with the crowdfunding publisher Unbound

Make your advanced-order pledge at www.unbound.com/books/sat-nav

From the event:

“I found Diana inspiring”

“Great event”

“Thank you for a lovely first time”

“I am lucky enough to work in an environment where we feel heard and valued”

“Really interesting first event – some thought-provoking content”

“I found the talk very inspiring although a little focussed on the male obstruction in knowing your worth”

  • You scored this event as:

out of 5!

Diana Parkes

BSc, BSc, MBPsS.

Founding Director of The Women’s Sat Nav to Success Ltd.

Diana is a leading authority on women in the world of work, the challenges they face, the reasons for these challenges and the most potent and practical solutions.

Her reputation is built on 20 years delivering exceptional commercial performance in front-line and senior management positions in global organisations including Mars, Coca-Cola, Carlsberg and Glendinning Management Consultants and subsequently as a coach & mentor, psychologist, speaker, author and social entrepreneur.

Created from extensive original research, The Women’s Sat Nav to Success™ enables women to secure the roles, recognition, support and rewards they deserve – when they deserve it – and therefore delivers the performance benefits of gender-balanced talent representation for organisations.

The annual Women’s Sat Nav to Success Survey reports on what matters most to women’s career progression and where organisations need to focus their resources to make the most rapid positive change.

Date:                           Tuesday 22 Oct, 6.30-8.30pm

Venue:                         Woodpecker Cafe, Queen’s Park Pavilion, Queen’s Park West Drive, Bournemouth

Event Cost:                  £16 (includes drinks and light refreshments)

Please note that the booking fee covers the cost of organising the event which includes light refreshments and a finger buffet, plus small donation to a charity that supports women.

By submitting your details at ticket purchase, you consent to receiving email marketing messages from Aspiring Women. If you wish to unsubscribe, please follow the unsubscribe option at the bottom of the emails, or tell us at the event.
Payment on the door:  Many times we need to ensure that we have numbers of attendees and names before the event begins (for catering / training / location security).  In exceptional circumstances we may accept payment on the door, but this is by prior arrangement and agreement only!
Cancellation/refunds: we completely understand how sometimes things come up at the last minute!  Although we will do our best to accommodate your inability to attend after booking/payment, we ask that you please let us know as soon as possible either by email or phone (we always provide a phone number in the joining instructions sent on the day).  However, please bear in mind that refunds can only be made if you cancel before the day of the event:
  • Before the day: refund or payment put towards future event
  • On the day: payment put towards future event
  • No show without notice: no refunds or future event reservation – you lose your money – sorry!

 

Marie, Kelly and Ginette

The Aspiring Women Dorset Team

Being Bold and Brave

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Being Bold and Brave

16 April 2019

What a great night! Marie helped us to find ways to 

  • Create a fulfilling life
  • Get some clarity on what we really want
  • Understand what is currently getting our way
  • Overcome the first barrier 

It was a fun, interactive evening delving into how we could be bolder and braver!  We found and practiced ways to tap into our inner strengths and then pulled on these resources to step out of our comfort zone and take the first initial brave and bold steps towards living our lives in a more fulfilling way.

From the event:

Marie Smith

Marie’s philosophy on life is “Live the Life You Want!” and she leads by example. Having left employment in 2012 to set up her own leadership coaching and executive development business SUCCESSMITH, she currently works on a one-to-one basis and with groups including private individuals, business owners and organisations.  Marie sees her role as supporting others to overcome obstacles that get in the way and stop them from achieving what they want in life, both at work and at home.  For more information, case studies and testimonials see the SUCCESSMITH website: https://successmith.co.uk/

Marie also co-founded and co-leads the Aspiring Women Groups in London and Dorset.

Date:                           Tuesday 16 April, 6 for 6.30-8.30pm

Venue:                         Woodpecker Cafe, Queens Park Pavilion, Bournemouth

Event Cost:                  £16 (includes drinks and light refreshments)

Parking:                       Plenty of free parking next to the venue (possible 2m overhead restriction to enter, depending on if they’ve got the barrier open or closed!)

Doors open at 6pm for drinks and food before we start at 6.30pm.

Please note that the booking fee covers the cost of organising the event which includes light refreshments and a finger buffet, plus small donation to a charity that supports women.

By submitting your details at ticket purchase, you consent to receiving email marketing messages from Aspiring Women. If you wish to unsubscribe, please follow the unsubscribe option at the bottom of the emails, or tell us at the event.
Payment on the door:  Many times we need to ensure that we have numbers of attendees and names before the event begins (for catering / training / location security).  In exceptional circumstances we may accept payment on the door, but this is by prior arrangement and agreement only!
Cancellation/refunds: we completely understand how sometimes things come up at the last minute!  Although we will do our best to accommodate your inability to attend after booking/payment, we ask that you please let us know as soon as possible either by email or phone (we always provide a phone number in the joining instructions sent on the day).  However, please bear in mind that refunds can only be made if you cancel before the day of the event:
  • Before the day: refund or payment put towards future event
  • On the day: payment put towards future event
  • No show without notice: no refunds or future event reservation – you lose your money – sorry!

 

Marie, Kelly and Ginette

The Aspiring Women Dorset Team

Unmasking the Impostor

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Unmasking the Impostor:

spotting and sorting impostor syndrome

17 July 2018

This session discussed the irrational but very ‘real’ self -doubt feeling known as Impostor Syndrome. It facilitated self-awareness, offered insight and provided tactics. Most importantly it opened up a conversation!
The session covered:
  • What is Impostor Syndrome
  • How to spot and sort it
  • Owning achievement
  • Getting rational with emotions
  • Being you in a ‘comparing world’

From the event:

Massive ‘yay’ to this event – cleared so much of the feelings I have had all my life!

Trisha was very engaging and clearly knowledgeable in her field. Her style was informal in the best way.

Thank you so much for another great evening! A great presentation by a brilliant facilitator. I feel more confident and have a better outlook already!

An excellent and useful session with the perfect balance of theory and activities.

Came away feeling motivated and inspired. Great to hear other people’s thoughts and feelings on the topic. Thank you!

What a great event tonight! Was having such a hard day at work and nearly didn’t attend, so glad I did. Re-energised!

Felt better that others are in the same boat. Friendly group.

Made me feel more human! Also not to put such high demands on myself.

Great event. It’s nice to talk about a subject that is difficult to bring up at work (a male-dominated environment).

This was just the top-up on this subject that I needed. Trisha was a great presenter.

Entertaining speaker on a very interesting and emotive subject.

This was my first event – thank you for having me and making me feel so welcome. I though Trisha was a fabulous speaker – so insightful and inspirational 🙂 I look forward to future events.

Great location and food. Enjoyed the presentation greatly.

  • You scored this event as:

out of 5!

Trisha Lewis

Trisha Lewis is a Bournemouth based professional communicator who helps individuals become their most effective and enjoyable communicating self.

She specialises in 1:1 communication and presentation coaching and directing. Trisha strongly believes that everyone can be an excellent communicator – all they need is quality time with objective feedback, tactics and a safe space to experiment

As an experienced speaker she regularly delivers talks on special areas of interest: Impostor Syndrome, Networking Skills and Engaging an Audience.

Date:                           Tuesday 17 July, 6pm for 6.30-8.30pm

Venue:                        Woodpecker Café, Queens Park Pavilion, Queen’s Park West Drive, Bournemouth BH8 9BY

Event Cost:                  £16 (includes drinks and light refreshments)

Parking:                       Plenty of free parking next to the venue

Doors open at 6pm for drinks and food before we start at 6.30pm.

Please note that the booking fee covers the cost of organising the event which includes light refreshments and a finger buffet, plus small donation to a charity that supports women.

Payment on the door:  Many times we need to ensure that we have numbers of attendees and names before the event begins (for catering / training / location security).  In exceptional circumstances we may accept payment on the door, but this is by prior arrangement and agreement only!
Cancellation/refunds: we completely understand how sometimes things come up at the last minute!  Although we will do our best to accommodate your inability to attend after booking/payment, we ask that you please let us know as soon as possible either by email or phone (we always provide a phone number in the joining instructions sent on the day).  However, please bear in mind that refunds can only be made if you cancel before the day of the event:
  • Before the day: refund or payment put towards future event
  • On the day: payment put towards future event
  • No show without notice: no refunds or future event reservation – you lose your money – sorry!

Marie, Kelly and Ginette

The Aspiring Women Dorset Team

Be True To Yourself With A Purpose-Driven Life

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Be True to Yourself With a Purpose Driven Life

17 April 2017

What a treat this event was!

We had a talk from Charly Young, CEO and co-founder of The Girls’ Network – an award-winning charity that matches girls from low income communities with a female mentor, in order to open networks and opportunities that the girls would otherwise not have access to. The Girls’ Network is our charity partner at Aspiring Women.

The power of women and girls supporting each other

How can we harness the experiences and energy of women to support girls and young women to be ambitious for their futures? To have the opportunities, the support and the confidence to discover and pursue their passions?

Charly shared her experiences as a secondary school teacher in one of the most disadvantaged communities in London, the challenges that the girls in her classroom were facing, and how this led her to establish a charity connecting women and girls.

She also talked about the ways in which The Girls’ Network are supporting more than 1,000 girls across the country each year, with the help of a fantastic network of women and men, and the impact that has been seen on the lives of the girls worked with.

After hearing Charly’s inspiring journey of finding and following her purpose Kelly led an exercise about understanding our purpose and how we can choose to be true to ourselves and lead a purpose driven life.

From the event:

‘It was a great event – love the network task’

‘Really inspiring session. Loved hearing about The Girls’ Network and having time to link that and discuss/reflect on our own personal passions’

‘Great session, finding out more about The Girls’ Network, the work they do and how to get involved’

‘A great event as always, with friendly, like-minded people’

‘Love the new venue! Fantastic topic and very inspiring to hear about The Girls’ Network. Good to hear where our money is going.’

‘Really enjoyed both presentations. Inspiring!’

‘Brilliant, was so glad I came. I have ideas, am re-motivated and feel really connected’

‘Location and car-parking very easy, thank you!’

  • You scored this event as:

out of 5!

Charly Young

Charly Young is CEO and Co-founder of The Girls’ Network

Prior to setting up The Girls’ Network, Charly trained as a secondary school teacher with Teach First in 2011, becoming an outstanding Geography and Citizenship teacher at a school in North West London.

It was then she saw first-hand the double disadvantages faced by the girls in her classroom. Challenges born from the expectations placed on them to look a certain way, act a certain way, pursue certain types of ‘female’ careers or life choices. And those stemming from the fact that they know no professional women, or could see no one like them in the roles or careers to which they might aspire.

It was this that inspired her to set up The Girls’ Network.

Charly has spoken at various conferences and events, including the 2014 ASGS annual conference and TEDx Youth. She has written articles for publications including the Guardian and the Huffington Post and has been approached by BBC Radio 4 and Radio 5 Live to contribute to discussions on education and girls.

Kelly Keating

Following a career working in Marketing, Communication and Relationship Management related roles for 15 years, during the start of its LEAN transformation programme, I volunteered for the opportunity to learn about continuous improvement whilst working at the RNLI and haven’t looked back since.

Moving onto LV= I worked in the General Insurance Operational change team and subsequently headed up the Continuous Improvement team within Technology.

Whilst at LV= I was part of the team that set up its first Women’s network and now working at JP Morgan I am an active participant in its many diversity programmes.

In September 2016 I gave birth to our son Xander, after years of focus on my career he’s certainly given me a chance to step back and appreciate life. He brings me tremendous joy every day and I feel very blessed.

Volunteering for Aspiring Women is my small way of paying it forward. I also love festivals, camping in our VW and creating our dream home.

Date:                           Tuesday 17 April, 6 for 6.30pm until 8.30pm

Venue:                         Woodpecker Café, Queens Park Pavilion, Queen’s Park West Drive, Bournemouth BH8 9BY

Event Cost:                  £16 (includes drinks and light refreshments)

Parking:                       Free car park next to the venue, plenty of spaces

Doors open at 6pm for drinks and food before we start at 6.30pm.

Please note that the booking fee covers the cost of organising the event which includes light refreshments and a finger buffet, plus a small donation to a charity that supports women.

By submitting your details at ticket purchase, you consent to receiving email marketing messages from Aspiring Women. If you wish to unsubscribe, please follow the unsubscribe option at the bottom of the emails, or tell us at the event.
Payment on the door:  Many times we need to ensure that we have numbers of attendees and names before the event begins (for catering / training / location security).  In exceptional circumstances we may accept payment on the door, but this is by prior arrangement and agreement only!
Cancellation/refunds: we completely understand how sometimes things come up at the last minute!  Although we will do our best to accommodate your inability to attend after booking/payment, we ask that you please let us know as soon as possible either by email or phone (we always provide a phone number in the joining instructions sent on the day).  However, please bear in mind that refunds can only be made if you cancel before the day of the event:
  • Before the day: refund or payment put towards future event
  • On the day: payment put towards future event
  • No show without notice: no refunds or future event reservation – you lose your money – sorry!

 

Marie, Kelly and Ginette

The Aspiring Women Dorset Team