Leadership Management Skills for Women

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1 A premier professional development event for women in supervisory positions and leadership roles How can women supervisors and leaders overcome the obstacles and challenges they face and get to the top? It all starts here Leadership Management Skills for Women We re coming to your area In one day, you ll learn The 6 most important tools you can have as a leader How to acquire a leader s mindset and image Tips for eliminating communication habits that rob you of authority How to prepare yourself for the next level of success The critical role you play in driving your employees and team Pointers for handling your biggest headache employees who don t (or won t) perform And much more! See pages 4 5 for the complete workshop outline. Presented by: SkillPath Seminars The Smart Choice 2006, SkillPath Seminars Enroll today! Call toll free or visit us on-line at Do you have all the right stuff to be a leader? Find out take our leadership quiz on page 2! Find us on Facebook Follow us Subscribe to our channel

2 2 How do you know if this workshop will help you? Simple. Read the following list of characteristics of successful women leaders. Then check ( ) those you can honestly say describe you most of the time. My style of communication always gets the point across. I have been told I give helpful feedback to employees. I would say that when it comes to motivating employees, I am the best. I have the reputation for being tolerant of people with different views, values and lifestyles. Most people would describe me as highly credible. I am known for not backing down from a conflict. I would say I know where I am headed professionally and how to get there. My supervisory capabilities are above average. I am comfortable demonstrating my leadership at all levels in the organization. I am fully aware of my natural strengths and I rely on them to get my job done. If you checked all 10 items, you should be teaching this workshop! But if you checked only a few (or none), then this workshop was developed with you in mind. Not only will these characteristics critical for success be explored, you ll learn the essential behaviors and attitudes proven to move women forward in their careers. Enroll today! Call toll free , on-line at us at enroll@skillpath.com or fax us at Is your leadership career going according to plan? In just one day, build essential supervisory and leadership skills that will put you on the fast track Are you embarking on your first leadership role? Or assuming assignments with increased responsibility and visibility? You may never get another chance like this to upgrade your skills and adopt winning attitudes that will make all the difference in your success, in just one day. For example, you ll learn how to identify harmful behaviors and eliminate them before they hinder your success you ll see potential mistakes around the corner and correct your course and you ll learn how to: Avoid missed opportunities to address conflict directly like a leader Get over feeling hesitant to speak up in meetings Strike a balance between your work life and your personal life Negotiate unreasonable requests, deadlines and demands Ask others for feedback and use it to hone your image and performance Handle unacceptable behavior and performance regardless of the cause Develop your own system for motivating employees and teams And that s just the beginning!

3 The news is good: Women are finally well-represented in supervisory and management positions in most organizations across the country. Yet despite these visible signs of success, many of us stepping into positions of power are finding the road to leadership success rocky. Ever feel like you run into unspoken rules, imaginary boundaries and contradictory messages every which way you turn? Do you find yourself having to prove yourself again and again? When it comes to getting results, do you ever feel like it s one step forward, two steps back? Do you have the feeling that others don t feel you re as credible as your male counterparts? If you re nodding your head in agreement (and trust me, virtually every woman in our position is), I m excited to tell you about SkillPath s newest workshop, Leadership and Management Skills for Women. It s one of those rare opportunities to acquire important leadership skills and use those newfound skills to gain the respect of co-workers and those you supervise. It s filled with insights into the special and often-overlooked talents women leaders can bring to the table and cutting-edge tactics successful women leaders are using right now to make things happen in their organizations. You ll master the specific set of skills and tools you need to carry out every one of your demanding responsibilities with unshakable confidence and competence. Learn new, better ways to communicate, delegate, discipline, coach, motivate, manage conflict and take the place you so richly deserve at the leadership table. Why is this workshop a must-attend? It s a one-day learning experience tailor-made for women leaders (like you) who face difficult challenges every day and need solutions that work You ll share ideas with like-minded women looking to make their mark as successful leaders who are major contributors to their organizations You ll leave the workshop not only a better manager and leader, but someone inspired to reach for higher levels of success in all aspects of your life and with the know-how to achieve it A quick, toll-free phone call to enroll in this important workshop right now is all that s standing between you and the respect and credibility you deserve as a leader and manager. Make that important decision now and call or enroll on-line at You ll be glad you did. Sincerely, Theresa Morgan Vice President, SkillPath Seminars 3

4 Leadership Management Skills for Women Workshop Outline 4 Develop all the right stuff The labels women leaders are given and how to keep them from holding you back Self-quiz: Honestly assess where you need improvement even small changes pay big dividends! 5 key challenges faced by every woman leader sooner or later What men can do at work that you shouldn t Keeping an eye out for new opportunities to take risks and take charge The many benefits of knowing your unique leadership style, what works and what gets you stuck 3 quick-results steps for improving your leadership effectiveness How to separate being liked from being respected Capitalize on the power of direct communication Why some leaders almost instinctively fail to listen Getting heard in meetings: Pounding the table won t work, but these tips will When you must bear responsibility for a mistake how and why to put a positive spin on it How to communicate directly and professionally with your whole body 3 facts that will make speaking in public a whole lot less stressful How to avoid the tendency to hold back when men are present (The Speak early, speak often rule) How to say no when appropriate without sounding like the Queen of Mean Enroll today! Call toll free , on-line at us at enroll@skillpath.com or fax us at Take on the toughest conflicts How to disagree without being called names (you know which ones we mean) behind your back Conflict: When the voice in your head says Run away, here s how to talk back to it The top 7 sources of conflict on the job and how the wisest women leaders handle them Resolving conflict among employees what is a leader s role, really? How to appear immune to cruel words, potshots and personal attacks (even when you re not) Face and conquer the reasons your emotions sometimes get in the way How to protect yourself from jerks and other difficult people Project credibility and earn the respect you deserve 2 types of networks and how each is a major resource for women on the way up The difference between bragging and claiming value for what you ve accomplished Increasing your visibility: How to overcome the double bind women often find themselves in How to stop talking too fast, apologizing, over-explaining and making other credibility-robbing mistakes Approach diversity as an opportunity, not a problem 4 major myths of diversity and how to make it your job to debunk them How to make supervising employees with different values, lifestyles and views a positive part of your job When an employee is young enough to be your child or old enough to be your parent: A timeless management principle to put into practice Why and how to have a plan and a passion for creating a diverse culture Responding to gender bias: Tips and a few warnings How to create a welcoming environment for workers with disabilities

5 Program hours 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Your trainer Pam Boyd Pam is a superb teacher who brings to her seminars enthusiasm for her subject and a genuine eagerness to help women gain the skills they need to be effective leaders. With humor, understanding and a presentation loaded with practical tips and real-life examples, you ll go back to work with new insights and skills you can put to work right away in every area of your life. Motivate, coach, delegate and win employee support Why bother to delegate? Because you and your employees win 2 things to remember about keeping good employees on board Why some women feel uncomfortable giving praise and why successful motivators don t think that way at all Using the technique of fait accompli to negotiate for what you want The key to motivating the unmotivated: Be very good at these 5 things Make criticism and discipline work for you and your employees Don t soft-pedal when discussing poor performance lay it all out on the table How to keep your feedback positive even when the employee is angry or has endless excuses Disciplining employees: Don t go another day without knowing this simple truth Getting even the most contrary employees to do what they re supposed to do How allowing bad attitudes can tarnish your image faster than anything get to the root of the problem fast Where the rubber meets the road plan your next steps on the road to success Behind closed doors: What top managers really look for when deciding who to promote The gift of honesty: How to find a mentor, ask for feedback and get it Why and how to create a vision statement of success 25 words or less, please! How to expand your possibilities in spite of the subtle messages women get about where they belong Women don t have to work twice as hard to be good: Avoiding the tendency to overload yourself Putting work ahead of your personal life things to think twice about Brought to you by SkillPath The Smart Choice for women serious about success SkillPath trains thousands of achievement-oriented professional women like you every month, from organizations of all sizes and all types business, government, health care, education and the military. Our seminar leaders are a select group of trainers at the top of their profession skilled teachers with a tremendous depth of knowledge in their respective topic areas. Our commitment to providing you with the highest-quality learning experience possible has made SkillPath the fastest-growing training company in the world. Attend this seminar and experience for yourself the positive effect of powerful ideas, skillfully presented. On-site training and keynote speaking We can deliver this workshop right to your company s door or provide customized, you-pick-the-day training on any program pertinent to your organization s training goals. Or let our staff of professional trainers add sparkle to your next corporate or association meeting with a stimulating keynote speech designed just for you. Whether you have 3 or 300 people to train, SkillPath is the answer. For complete details and a no-obligation quote, call and ask for the on-site training department. Gain insider secrets, innovative ideas and best of all encouraging support The payoff for attending this workshop is a strong set of leadership skills you can use right away, and a confidence in your management abilities that perhaps you didn t have before. Why not invest in yourself today? With our 100% money-back guarantee, you have nothing to lose and a wealth of management and leadership skills to gain. Enroll now by calling Or on-line at 5

6 6 Five more benefits of attending Leadership & Management Skills for Women Develop the credibility that defines a top-quality leader. Come explore ways to network effectively, gain recognition for your achievements, avoid damaging behaviors and join the ranks of those who make things happen and make a difference. Learn how to communicate. No need to wonder if you re being heard and your contributions acknowledged this workshop will provide you with specific techniques and strategies for communicating positively and with less stress than ever before. Discover practical techniques and strategies for getting the support of those around you. If there are times you feel like you re talking to a brick wall, this workshop is for you. You ll learn simple changes for winning employee approval and getting what you need to have done, done. Get the secrets to negotiating unreasonable deadlines (and demands) with professionalism. During the workshop, you ll get lots of innovative ideas for saying no effectively. Develop a winning combination of diplomacy and speaking skills, and you ll have what it takes to keep everyone happy including yourself! Increase your effectiveness and career satisfaction and eliminate a lot of stress! You ll get hundreds of practical solutions that address your attitude, vision and unique challenges which means you ll steer clear of working twice as hard, have confidence in your management abilities, lead better and get more fulfillment than ever from your career! We guarantee results! If you re not happy, we re not happy. Go back to work and apply the techniques you learned in our seminar. If you re not absolutely delighted with the results you achieve, write to us right away. We ll issue you a refund or arrange for you to attend another SkillPath seminar without paying another penny. That s our guarantee! To enroll, call toll free or on-line at Registration information Your tuition is tax deductible. Even the government smiles on professional education. All expenses of Continuing Education (including registration fees, travel, meals and lodging) taken to maintain and improve professional skills are tax deductible according to Treasury Regulation Coughlin vs. Commissioner, 203 F2d 307. This SkillPath seminar qualifies for 5 contact hours (.5 CEUs) in accordance with guidelines set forth by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training Authorized Provider number You must attend the entire program to qualify for CEUs. Many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations will grant Continuing Education credit for attendance at our seminars (save this brochure and your Certificate of Attendance). You may want to contact your own board or organization to find out what s required. SkillPath is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN Web site: This seminar qualifies for 6 CPEs. Previous work experience and/or background knowledge should be obtained before attending this seminar. Program level: Intermediate. For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaint and refund, please contact our offices at Important information Our registration table opens at 8:15 a.m. When you arrive at the hotel, please check the directory for the exact location of the seminar. Our registrars will greet you, assist you with your registration (or collect your Express Admission Ticket), hand you your seminar materials and direct you toward your seat. You ll also want to take the opportunity to meet other professionals from your local area. Introduce yourself! You may meet a new friend. Plan to be registered and ready to go by 8:50 a.m. We begin at 9:00 a.m. on the dot and wrap up at 4:00 p.m. Lunch is on your own from 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Why not invite another participant to dine with you? You can share information, review the morning and make the day even more enjoyable. Parking. We do our best to find seminar facilities that have all the pluses we look for: Convenient location, great meeting rooms, courteous staff and plenty of free parking. However, some facilities have paid parking only. You may want to check with the facility personnel to determine parking fees often they can direct you to free parking just around the corner. Audio/video recording. Our programs both what you see and what you hear are fully copyrighted by SkillPath. No audio or video recording, please. Still haven t picked up the phone? Five more good reasons why you will want to attend this program Our trainers are the best period. We choose only the pros who have a 1. proven track record of training effectiveness, professionalism and expertise. And what s more, they re exciting communicators who ll provide you with one of the most interesting days you ve ever spent. We give you only the most important, important information. There s a 2. lot of information out there that could take you years to gather on your own. In six short hours, we ll give you what we believe is the best, most important information to help you be the best you can be. Practicality is emphasized. You will leave this seminar with specifics you can 3. apply immediately. And you won t go home empty-handed. You ll leave this workshop with a Certificate of Attendance; a soundly researched, unabridged workbook; and step-by-step guidelines for using the information you ve just learned. We promise you ll get results your very next day back at work. The value is unbeatable. Not only is our enrollment fee among the lowest 4. you ll find, when four or more enroll from the same organization, you ll enjoy a significant discount. 5. Our guarantee is unconditional, straightforward and the very best in the industry. How can we be so confident? Because we work hard before the seminar to make sure you re happy after the seminar. Pertinent, up-to-date information you can really use, a convenient meeting location, seminar registrars who are courteous and helpful and a trainer who grabs your attention and takes you on an exciting journey full of fun and facts. We believe you ll love every minute of it. Millions of satisfied participants from around the country are sold on SkillPath seminars. 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7 Yes, I can t wait to attend Leadership Management Skills for Women Discover how to Acquire a leader s mindset and image Prepare yourself for the next level of success Handle your biggest headache employees who don t (or won t) perform And much more Enroll now limited space available! By phone: By fax: or On-line: By enroll@skillpath.com By mail: Complete and mail enrollment form to: SkillPath Seminars P.O. Box Kansas City, MO Cancellations and substitutions. Cancellations received up to five working days before the seminar are refundable, minus a $10 registration service charge. After that, cancellations are subject to the entire seminar fee, which you may apply toward a future seminar. Please note that if you don t cancel and don t attend, you are still responsible for payment. Substitutions may be made at any time. Registration information Please note: If you ve registered by phone and paid with a credit card, it s not necessary to return this form. Please fill in the city and date where you ll attend Address (Program # ) Address (Program # ) Address (Program # ) Address (Program # ) Workshop city: Workshop date: Workshop city: Workshop date: Workshop city: Workshop date: Workshop city: Workshop date: Please list additional registrations on a separate sheet and attach. Mr. Approving Supervisor Organization Mailing Address City, State, ZIP Telephone Ext. Fax Mailing information Please fill in the spaces below with the information that appears on your mailing label. Your Preferred Customer Number: Your VIP Number: Payment information (Please pay before the seminar): Please add applicable state and local tax to your payment for programs held in Hawaii, South Dakota and West Virginia. Confirming phone registration: # Charge to: MasterCard Visa Check enclosed payable to: SkillPath Seminars Discover AmEx Mail to: SkillPath Seminars, P.O. Box , Kansas City, MO Check # Check amt. Purchase order attached: # Invoice my organization Attention: Card number Expiration date Signature SkillPath s FREE e-newsletter get it today! Our e-newsletter brings some of the greatest ideas from SkillPath s most popular courses right to your desktop or laptop. It s easy, it s free and it has something for everyone in your organization: Skill-building articles, software tricks, seminar schedules and special discounts. Subscribe yourself and all the key members of your staff today at 7

8 SkillPath Seminars 6900 Squibb Road P.O. Box 2768 Mission, KS a division of The Graceland College Center for Professional Development and Lifelong Learning, Inc. NONPROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Graceland College Center for Professional Development and Lifelong Learning, Inc. Time-Sensitive Material You ve got the inner strength and talent to lead now unleash it! LSW #02111 A Printed in the USA PLEASE RECYCLE One-day seminar Leadership Management Skills for Women A premier professional development event for women in supervisory positions and leadership roles, where you ll learn how to build essential skills that will put you on the fast track Enroll today! Call toll free or visit us on-line at