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:

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  • 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

Living Your Best Life In 2020

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Living Your Best Life in 2020

21 January 2020

Starting any New Year off with positive intentions and leaving the bits of the old year behind that will not serve us well in the future is a common ritual. New Year resolutions can be hollow and short lived. Living your Best Life is different. It is designed to have longer lasting and further reaching outcomes!

 

Creating a fulfilling life for yourself could mean finding a new job (paid or voluntary) that fits your talents, getting a better work/life balance or it may be redesigning your leisure time. Whatever it meant it was a perfect backdrop for joining us on this ‘Living Your Best Life in 2020’ session.

 

During this facilitated session we created our own personal intentions for 2020 that aligned with what resonated with us as individuals.  We laid down the foundations for creating a fulfilling life for ourselves in 2020 and beyond.

From the event:

– That was amazing, thank you!

– Found the visualisation useful to identify values that I didn’t previously prioritise

– A great subject and my first Aspiring Women’s group which has done the job

– Interesting models and different perspectives

– A really great topic, made me think about my intentions and what I really want for the year ahead

  • You scored this event as:

out of 5!

Marie Smith

Marie Smith founded her own business, SUCCESSMITH, working with individuals and teams offering leadership coaching and development.  This was an outcome of some intensive coaching and redefining what mattered most to Marie. What followed was a big step outside her comfort zone, resulting in Marie leaving a paid job to follow her passion and create a fulfilling life for herself through SUCCESSMITH.

Marie juggles her business work with not for profit work, with a particular interest in women’s development (she is the original co-founder of Aspiring Women Groups in London and Dorset) and an interest in developing our leaders of the future, through voluntary work with young people

Date:           Tues 21 Jan 2020 6 for 6.30-8.30pm

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

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

You will also have the opportunity to mingle, meet and network with successful women from a wide range of industries.

Come and join us – we’d love to meet you. The main event starts at 6.30pm, with drinks and a light buffet around 6pm and ending at around 8.30pm.

We look forward to seeing you. If for any reason you cannot make it please sign up to our database so you can be kept informed of our upcoming quarterly events.

Best wishes Marie, Kelly and Ginette

The Aspiring Women Dorset Team

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

Dealing with Difficult Conversations

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Dealing With Difficult Conversations

16 October 2018

There’s a very good chance we’ve all had to deal with a difficult, awkward or downright embarrassing conversation at some point! So what makes one conversation more difficult than another? Why do some of us squirm while others seem to be able to plough on regardless?

In this practical and interactive session, Ginette unpacked the elements of a difficult conversation and helped us to understand what and how we can influence and change things for the better (and our own comfort!).

We walked away with:

  • an understanding of the core elements of a difficult conversation
  • which of those elements specifically apply to you
  • how you can influence them before, during and after a conversation
  • how to approach, hold and walk away from a conversation feeling great about it – even if the subject matter is ‘tricky’
  • and our own copy of the PEACEOUT framework to use in the future!

From the event:

“Ginette is such a great presenter = honest, easy to discuss topics with and share feedback”

“Very interesting to listen and also great getting involved”

“PEACEOUT framework is new to me. Really clever and useful tool!”

“Don’t put off coming to a session because they are fab and add massive value to my day to day!”

“Very helpful for my day by day situations – so much better prepared”

“I was looking for something different to Susan Scott’s Fierce Conversation, so it’s made me think differently”

“Great tips on how to approach and stay engaged in difficult situations. The anchor was a very useful tool”

“I think listening on how other people analyse the stages on the sheet was very insightful and have learnt a few golden nuggets to use”

“Walking away more confident to face more difficult conversations”

“Great session, thank you. Some great discussions with the ladies on my table which really helped too”

“Great to meet new people and have a focus on the communication – not worrying about ‘giving a pitch’ but rather having relevant, informative discussions in a relaxed environment”

“Really valuable personal development in a friendly and open environment”

 

  • You scored this event as:

out of 5!

Ginette Tessier

Ginette is a freelance trainer who provides face to face training in management and communication skills and online training in how to deliver effective and engaging virtual training! She is the inventor of the ‘PEACEOUT’ framework, which she uses to help people understand how to Deal with Difficult Conversations.
Date:                           Tuesday 16 October, 6.30-8.30pm

Venue:                         Woodpecker Cafe, Queen’s Park Pavilion, Queen’s Park, 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

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:

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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