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Navigating the World of Leadership – Do you ask your employees to sleep at work? Do you ask them to work for several weeks without a day off? Do you ask them to risk their lives for you? Probably not, but the military does. Learn the secrets of leadership and motivation from a 21 year Navy veteran who lead multi-cultural teams all over the world in this thought-provoking, action-packed session. Designed toward teams and senior management.

Leadership Lessons from the Dog – Our most popular keynote and conference kick-off speech! Everyone benefits when three critical leadership lessons are applied. These leadership techniques work for employees, on your boss, with your home life, and of course, with the dog. This fun and lively seminar is our most requested, and it applies to all levels of business.

Management Lessons from the Dog – Are your managers as effective as you want them to be? Even though many business schools teach management theory, actual application can be tough, especially for first-time managers. Attendees learn three key points and application processes that every manager should remember when dealing with projects, deadlines, bosses, and subordinates. Audience examples are used, and real issues are addressed in this highly interactive seminar. Highly recommended for customer service team leaders, managers, and as a team-building session.

Communicate without the Barking! – Lack of communication is a common employee frustration. Communication is how we get things accomplished, and miscommunication is the number one way that we screw things up. Are your employees telling you what is really going on? Would your employees tell their friends that you are a great boss and communicator? Are you and your organization wasting time with poor communications? Can you afford to? This energetic seminar increases communication effectiveness within the workplace (and it works at home too). Topics include how to get what you want through three proven communication practices, maximizing email responsiveness, enthusiastic personal interactions, and written effectiveness. Optional session on social media best practices (both basic and advanced) is also available.

Time Management from the Dog – It seems that all they do is lie around all day, but they have a better sense of time than a lot of people. Dogs have priorities, they have naps, and they know better than most people when they have had enough, such as when to stop, when to run, and when to work. People often need some help with how they structure their time, how to prioritize, and how to get more productive hours out of every day. Best for: junior managers, orientation programs, and first-time project managers.

In Case of Emergency, Break Glass! Or Who is Going to Feed the Cat? Get Organized for Life – What happens if you face tragedy and don’t make it home tonight? Would someone know where to pick up the kids, what medication the dog gets, and where to pay the mortgage? In one hour, audiences learn which important documents they need to have ready in case of an unexpected crisis. Be prepared! We explain Wills, Trusts, Health Care Directives, Powers of Attorney and Letters of Instructions. Less than 57% of Americans have a will! Learn what important papers you actually need, what you don’t, and how to get it all organized in one place, just in case. Seminar includes extensive workbook for each participant so they can start working right away. Often cited as “The singularly most useful training ever attended.”

PUMP IT UP! – Can your company afford a bad image? Do your employees always represent you well? This is a full one or two day seminar that focuses on presenting a more professional appearance in the workplace, developing skills that build confidence in a variety of business situations, improving interaction with others on the telephone, in email correspondence, and in writing. We have a segment on business etiquette, including what to do and what not to do at cocktail parties, dining do’s and don’ts, and client meeting skills. Various levels start at what-to-wear wardrobe basics and accessories for men and women, organizing a closet, putting together outfits, and making the most of individual body types, to how to develop and implement a corporate business dress code and culture. The second half is devoted to communication, customer service, and presentation skills.

Top Secret Executive Coaching – Make a strategic assessment of your organization, and find ways to propel your business forward. Topics addressed are balancing work requirements, organizational change management, effective communications, subordinate professional development, and business strategies that maximize profits. Includes economic assessment and business plans. Also known as Bump-Draft Consulting, this can be accomplished in a single meeting, or over a course of months. (Of course, all material is treated as confidential, and protected.)