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Afternoon Seminars

 
Are You In Your Right Mind?
Dr. Joyce Saltman - Southern Connecticut State University

This seminar will explore individual differences through left-brain/right-brain research, in an effort to understand and appreciate these differences in ourselves and others.  Using an informal checklist created by Dr. Marie Carbo, (with permission) we will readily see areas of agreement and conflict.

Dr. Saltman's unique technique of teaching with humor, will give you ways and ideas to improve communication in your personal and professional life.  Attendees must be prepared to laugh!

 

 
Living Well, Working Well:  Wellness Initiatives for the Workplace
Karin Whitley - Iroquois Pipeline Operating Company

Organizations are recognizing that employee health and wellness is a smart business investment. Companies that provide programs, tools and tips that assist employees on understanding the positive benefits of health and wellness results in lower health cost-ultimately boosting work performance and enhancing the quality of life for all employees.

This session will focus on a successful case study of a wellness initiative designed by Karin in a small company of 100 employees. Participants will not only learn how to engage their employees with creative and fun ways of educating health and wellness in their organization, but will experience some of the tried and true activities first hand. 

 
Resiliency~ Developing the Ability to Bounce Back from Setbacks with Ease
Anne K. Peck - Peck Associates

How well do you adapt to change, crisis, adversity or the everyday onslaught of challenging events and people that impact your personal and professional life?  Develop the ability to bounce back from stressful conditions with ease. 

Anne will help you find a balance between the personal and professional aspects of your life.  You'll learn to deal proactively with challenges and change; develop support networks; creating an action plan for continuous improvement.   Participants will enjoy her sense of humor, down-to-earth practical suggestions and proven techniques.

 
Go From Small Talk to Sales
Mary Jane Paris - Positive Impact

Do you struggle at networking events?  Do you find it difficult to introduce yourself to strangers and make small talk at social events?  Learn why successful networking involves more than just making contacts.  It is more than just attending networking events and collecting business cards.  It’s all about the people-to-people connections! 

Learn some simple techniques to start and grow reciprocal relationships with the ‘right’ people who can open doors, make introductions, advance your career and help build your business.  Discover how you can turn small talk into $ales by following a strategic networking plan to fit your career and personal goals.    

 
Expand and Grow Your Business?  Yes, Even In 2009!

 

William Tierney - US Small Business Administration
 

As a Lender Relations Specialist with the Small Business Administration with over 20 years of experience, Mr. Tierney will review or introduce you to the many programs and services offered by the federally run SBA.  Whether it is obtaining finance, marketing, growing your business or even starting one, Mr. Tierney will guide you through all aspects and each growth stage of expanding a successful business.      

 

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