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Feb. OWBN Meeting

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What if? And other questions to drive your business forward.

We’re thrilled to have Paul Abra, Certified Executive Coach, join us on February 19th.

Paul is the Founder and Lead Coach at Motivated Coaching where their mission is to “inspire and motivate individuals to fulfill their dreams in their businesses, in their careers and in themselves.”

In his talk, Paul will provide some examples from his experience as an Executive Coach and business owner to demonstrate the importance of asking questions of yourself and others who work in your business and, more importantly, asking the right questions.

Whether they are questions to drive your business forward or questions to foster growth of your staff and colleagues, the way we ask questions can push us forward or hold us back. Questions give us other perspectives, may shift our thinking, and propel us to greater heights.

During the presentation, you will see examples of questions that may be incorporated into your business day to give you more focus.

About Paul

Paul Abra is a Certified Executive Coach with his Graduate Certificate of Executive Coaching (Royal Roads University).

Through Motivated Coaching, Paul enjoys coaching business owners, executives, and entrepreneurs who have a passion to make a difference in their business and professional life. He presents workshops with a business focus.

Paul has his B.A., B.Ed. and M.Ed.and was a teacher and Educational Administrator prior to owning and publishing of Island Parent Magazine. He is currently co-President of Blue Beetle Books, publisher of online eNewsletters, workshops and books.

Paul is married with two adult children and one grandchild and resides in Victoria, BC.

Paul Abra
Motivated Coaching
Phone: 250-216-2599
Email: paul@motivatedcoaching.ca

 

 

 

The Power of the Purse: 2nd Annual Purses for Haven Society

At our February 19th meeting, we will be collecting new or gently used purses for Parksville – Qualicum Beach Haven House. Consider including items such as toothpaste, toothbrush, floss, feminine hygiene items, etc., small things that are appreciated by women who’ve fled violence. When women and their children flee violence they do so quickly, sometimes in the middle of the night with little more than the clothes they were wearing.

Haven Society promotes the integrity and safety of women, children, youth and families and the development of a respectful and healthy  community. The Parksville-Qualicum Beach Haven House provides temporary shelter to support women and children who have experienced violence and are seeking safety while exploring their options in Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Nanoose, Errington, Coombs, Whiskey Creek, Qualicum Bay and Bowser.

 

 

 

 

Jan. OWBN Meeting: Vitality, Health & Happiness for the Busy Professional Woman

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Will being “switched on” improve your professional life?

Women’s health expert, Lisa Leger, from Parksville Pharmasave says Yes! Yes! Yes! Join us for a frank discussion which will focus on natural solutions to difficulties related to health issues that surface regularly for women including menopause, period problems, and more.

Find out how being a healthy, well-informed woman can increase your overall vitality, make you more dynamic in business, and increase your success in all aspects of life. Let’s talk about how taking charge of your life means taking charge of your body as well.

About Lisa Leger

Lisa Leger is the Natural Health Consultant at Parksville Pharmasave and voice of the Live Well Moments on The Beach radio.

She has a private practice as a holistic health educator focusing on fertility awareness and natural women’s health and is on the faculty at Justisse International, an online college that teaches other practitioners how to counsel women on natural health and happiness.

 

 

 

 

Little Black Dress 2018: A Classic Christmas Party

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'Tis the season to celebrate!

The more the merrier!
Bring a guest -- your spouse/significant other, a friend or family member.

Enjoy a special buffet dinner, dance music, and plenty of fun and frivolity!

A Time for Giving
In lieu of a holiday gift exchange, we invite you to bring non-perishable food items for the Parksville Food Bank.

Alternatively, any time in December, you can bring food bank donations to the Parksville Community Centre's Festival of Trees. Of course, we hope you'll vote for OWBN's decorated tree while you're there!

Workshop – Start Now to Make 2019 Your Best Year Ever!

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Join us on November 21st, the day after you hear Deb speak at our November dinner meeting. It's sure to be a productive workshop with a deeper dive into planning your business for next year.

You'll create your 2019 plan and be set up to start taking action right away.

And, you’ll have the tools, knowledge and your own rock-star ability to skyrocket your biz to the next level in 2019.

There will be a working lunchbreak, meaning we'll work through lunch and you may find it easier to order your lunch in the hotel's restaurant, rather than leave the building.

 

GOOD NEWS!!
Registration has been extended.

There's a limited number of seats though, so reserve your seat soon.

 

About Deb Alcadinho

Deb Alcadinho is a marketing maven, brand consultant and business advisor. With 40+ years experience (yup she started at age 10) in entrepreneurship, marketing and branding, she is regarded as a leader. A serial entrepreneur with a history of seven businesses and a decade in multi-million dollar media sales, she has a strong history in marketing, branding and business development.

After growing the brands of local and national brands through effective marketing campaigns for more than a decade, together with her immense business knowledge, Deb founded Your Brand Power in 2015. Deb works directly with business women to grow and develop exceptional branding, marketing and kick-ass profitable businesses.

Deb founded Westshore Women’s Business Network (WWBN) in 2010 to provide a platform for business women to connect and grow their networks, learn through professional development, and expand their business. Today WWBN serves women from Southern Vancouver Island and through an online community.

Married with three handsome grown boys, she balances self-employment, family and volunteerism. She loves the ocean, forest and nature – escaping when possible.

Nov. OWBN Meeting – Start Now to Make 2019 Your Best Year Ever!

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November is a great time to start planning for the upcoming year. In Deb Alcadinho’s presentation, you’ll learn how to set up yourself and your business for success.

Get 2019 off to a great start as Deb shares her secrets for

  • Planning
  • Forecasting
  • Staying motivated
  • Your mindset
  • Getting focused, and
  • Staying organized

Whether you’re a business owner, sales or career professional, you'll gain valuable insight into planning for a successful 2019. Deb’s presentations are workshop-style, so you’ll walk away with a booklet, tools and resources to get you started right away.

 

November 21st Workshop

Then join us the following day for a workshop to do a deep dive, create your plan and take action. You’ll have tools, knowledge and your own rock-star ability to skyrocket your biz to the next level in 2019.

Complete details and registration information...

 

 

About Deb Alcadinho

Deb Alcadinho is a marketing maven, brand consultant and business advisor. With 40+ years experience (yup she started at age 10) in entrepreneurship, marketing and branding, she is regarded as a leader. A serial entrepreneur with a history of seven businesses and a decade in multi-million dollar media sales, she has a strong history in marketing, branding and business development.

After growing the brands of local and national brands through effective marketing campaigns for more than a decade, together with her immense business knowledge, Deb founded Your Brand Power in 2015. Deb works directly with business women to grow and develop exceptional branding, marketing and kick-ass profitable businesses.

Deb founded Westshore Women’s Business Network (WWBN) in 2010 to provide a platform for business women to connect and grow their networks, learn through professional development, and expand their business. Today WWBN serves women from Southern Vancouver Island and through an online community.

Married with three handsome grown boys, she balances self-employment, family and volunteerism. She loves the ocean, forest and nature - escaping when possible.

 

 

Oct. OWBN Meeting – Be Prepared: The Importance of Emergency First Aid/CPR Skills in Your Business & Your Life

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Leanne Henley of Life Skills First Aid will be our presenter for the evening. She'll discuss the reasons why each of us should take a first aid course. She'll share her own life experiences to demonstrate the value of being prepared with first aid knowledge and skills. Plus she'll also discuss how to prepare for emergencies such as wild fires and earthquakes.

 

 

About Leanne Henley

Leanne is the owner and instructor at Life Skills First Aid. She is a training partner with the Red Cross and has taught courses in British Columbia and Alberta for over 20 years. Recently, she spent five years in remote communities in Northern BC, where she trained people who otherwise would have had to travel long distances to become certified in first aid. She quickly realized the need for first aid training, not only in the workplace, but in everyday life. Leanne grew up in Shawnigan Lake and has now moved back to Duncan.

She is also excited to be able to offer Red Cross First Aid and CPR courses to the area that means so much to her. She believes in having fun and learning in a safe, professional and welcoming environment. She wants to prepare participants to react confidently in any first aid situation. She uses quality equipment, real life scenarios and a variety of teaching techniques to keep the class engaging and relevant.

Her background as a Red Cross Instructor, Lifeguard and mother to two energetic kids (and 1 fur baby) has really propelled her passion for educating people on the importance of first aid and CPR…it is not just training, it is a LIFE SKILL.

 


 

leanne@lifeskills-firstaid.com
www.lifeskills-firstaid.com
250-644-0678

 

September OWBN Meeting – Exploring Our Personality Types

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Exploring Our Personality Types

To create stronger, more meaningful working relationships

otter lion beaver retriever personality test

Using the Otter, Beaver, Lion, Golden Retriever personality test, let's discover our predominant personality traits and share with each other in our OWBN community. There's sure to be some ah-ha's and some laughs with our presenter, Sheila Leclerc!

We'll look at how both strong and weak traits show up in business, personal lives and beyond. Being aware of our go-to, comfortable traits can help create the space to make different choices and, ultimately, create stronger connections with others.

In this interactive presentation, we'll become more aware of different communication types and how to interact with people of different personalities to create more meaningful working relationships.

We look forward to seeing everyone at our first event of the new season! Share the fun and bring a friend!

Sheila LeclercSheila Leclerc

Sheila completed her first certificate program in Solutions Focused Coaching in 2011 after discovering that this was the career she had been searching for. One where she can partner with clients to create their best life and make the impossible possible. In 2018 Sheila successfully completed a one year Ontological (being based) Coaching program and achieved certification through the International Coach Federation as an Associate Certified Coach.

Sheila is passionate about working with Women, empowering them to live their best lives: job of their dreams, deep relationships, self-love galore and whatever else is ‘success’ to that individual.

When she’s not coaching you can find Sheila colouring with her 3 year old daughter, hiking, sailing or working on house renovations.

Sheila Leclerc Coaching
Certified Professional Coach, ACC
250-510-6676 | coachsheila.ca | coachwithsheila@gmail.com

 

 

June OWBN Meeting – AGM

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OWBN AGM (Annual General Meeting)

 

It's time to come out and enjoy the last meeting of the year and see all the ladies you might not see over the summer. And of course it is time to elect the board for 2018 - 2019 OWBN Board. Come out, have fun and help to choose and congratulate the new board.

If you are interested in being on the board please talk to Permelia or Debbie.

There are many benefits to sitting on the board and to keeping the OWBN group vibrant and meeting the needs of the members.

 

 

 

 

May OWBN Meeting – How to Thrive in Life and Business

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How to Thrive in Life and Business:

3 Keys to Creative Living


Are you tired of your business running your life?

Do you often push through fatigue to finish that one last “thing”, rather than listening to your body and taking a break?

Do you crave a life that YOU design – one that includes guilt-free time for you and with friends and family without that “To Do” list nagging you in the back of your head?

If so, you’re not alone.

The stress associated with constantly doing and giving is taking an incredible toll on our bodies, minds, relationships, and our bottom lines. There is a healthier, happier way to do life and this keynote will share some practical proven strategies to show you how.

In this participatory keynote participants will:

  • Examine the impact constantly “Doing” and “Giving” is having on their body, mind and relationships at home and at work … and on their business
  • Explore 3 keys to thriving in life and work
  • Learn powerful practices to help them stay healthy, happy and grounded while running a successful business.

Pamela Thompson, BN, MSc. is a certified life and business coach, keynote speaker, and facilitator with over 25 years experience as a global health and management consultant on 5 continents. She is author of the #1 Best Selling book “Learning to Dance with Life: A Guide for High Achieving Women”.  Through her fun and highly participatory keynotes, workshops and retreats Pam supports business and professional women to embrace change, thrive in life and business and lead in uncertain times.

Pamela has created two successful management consulting businesses since the early 1990s; and is currently President of Creative Life Coaching Inc.

17 – April – OWBN Meeting – Wise Women

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Eva Hilborn                                                                                                            Janet Farooq

Eva became a teacher in 1943 and is still politically                                             Janet has her PhD in Economics, she worked
active, advocating for women and children's rights.                                              for Yale and for the United Nations.

 

DON'T FORGET OWBN'S MAY MEETING
Action Ignites Momentum
Conference
May 12, 2018.
EXTRA PERK! Early Bird sign ups are entered into a FANTASTIC PRIZE
Register before April 20th and be entered into a draw for a $600 valued
Cowichan Valley Limousine Wine Tour for four.

 

This is so special that we're waiving our May dinner meeting.
Reservations are already starting to fill up fast!
Go to our website page for all the details.