Join me next week for Leverage Your Time, Save Your Sanity!

Attention Women:

The ‘Living a Life of Passion Teleseminar Event’ starts in less than a week!

What: Living a Life of Passion – 5 Experts share their Secrets for Inner Peace & being Guilt-Free

When: 5 days, beginning March 3rd, 1 p.m. Eastern Time
Who: Women who are tired of just doing what they are supposed to and want to create life of Joy and Peace

What will you learn:

Conscious Choices for Change!
How to get rid of Guilt & Make Room For Passion in a S.E.C.!
Passionate Commitment!
Leverage Your Time, Save Your Sanity!
Journey to Inner Peace

Now there’s an option. If you want to sit in on the calls, you can attend for free, but I still recommend that you invest in the recordings of the 5 events and the $194 in bonuses. So go ahead, and reserve your seat to learn how to create more love, more passion and greater inner peace while having more time off to do the things you love!
If you want the free option click the link below and enter your VIP discount code ‘VIP306’. Use it now and get a 100% scholarship courtesy of me, Jennifer .

That gives you:
- access to all the live teleseminars
- a replay for 24 hours after each call
Remember to put your special discount code ‘VIP306’
http://www.simplysuccess.ca/passion/jennifer

If you want all the goodies, click the link below. To get over 50% off, put in your discount code ‘0316’ in the discount box. That will give you:
- an downloadable audio that you can listen to at your own leisure and let all the nuggets and secrets really sink in
- $194 in bonuses emailed to you once you register.
http://www.simplysuccess.ca/passion/jennifer

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I also wanted to give you an opportunity to find out what you will learn in the “Passionate Commitment” so I’ve included a clip for you here. http://www.audioacrobat.com/play/WhdxK9ts

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Here’s a sneak preview my teleseminar “Leverage Your Time, Save you Sanity” and what you can expect to learn from my event! To listen, click here http://www.audioacrobat.com/play/WRGStsNs

I'll be presenting this as part of the upcoming teleseminar series on Thursday of next week.
Remember, the event starts this coming Monday so register today.

Looking forward to having you on the call!

Jennifer

Learning Styles: What's the impact on your group programs

As learners, we each learn in different ways. Individuals will have a preferred learning style, either visual, auditory, kinesthetic (by touch). Keep in mind that we often have a preferred mix of different learning styles.

Visual learners are supported in the learning process by sight. They benefit from lots of graphics including color charts, diagrams and pictures to support the presentation.

An auditory learner learns primarily by hearing. They learn best by listening to presentations and explanations, and may really benefit or gravitate to teleseminars or teleclasses.

Kinestheic learners primarily learn more by doing (writing, touching, drawing). These learners thrive on trying it out and discovering for themselves.

As a facilitator of group programs (whether you are a coach, trainer or manager) you need to be sensitive to the different learning styles your group members bring. It is important to tailor your activities and delivery methods to meet the needs of diverse learning styles.

What is your preferred learning style? Think about it for a moment – how do you best learn?

Being aware of your preferred learning style can uncover some of the biases you may hold as a facilitator. For example, if you are an auditory learner your program may be really full of great audio content but not have enough written materials, posters or flipcharts to support the needs of visual learners.

Likewise, if you have a predominance towards kinesthetic learning you may bring a bias towards learning through doing, without providing sufficient “direction” for visual learners or auditory learners.

I speak a lot about learning styles during the Workshop and Retreat Essentials program and will have a focus on this in my upcoming Toronto Group Facilitation Intensive (May 2 and 3). If you are curious about finding out more about your own learning style, or want to bring some discussion of this into your programs for your learners, you may want to check out

Learning Styles Online – Has a great overview of learning styles as well as a free online assessment which you can take. I did this with a group of new small business owners last summer and they really liked the assessment – it is quite comprehensive.

Learnativity.com also used to have a great Learning Sytles Assessment and Motivation Style Assessment.

If you are wondering about what can I do to meet the needs of the different learning styles in my groups, here is a blog post I wrote last summer on Tips for Meeting the Needs of Visual Learners.

Here's a question for you - What do you need to keep in mind when you design or run your next program?

Have a great start to the week,
Jennifer

Jennifer Britton, PCC, CHRP
Potentials Realized
Group Coaching Essentials

Ready to Launch Group Coaching This Spring?

Are you a coach who….
* Wants to launch their own group coaching program?
* Is looking to not reinvent the wheel with their own program?
* Wants some tried and tested tips related to designing, marketing and running their program?
* Is looking for engaging exercises to adapt to their group coaching program?
* Wants some accountability to put their vision for group programs into reality?
* Wonders how their individual coaching skills can be adapted for a group context?

If you answered yes, I hope that you will consider joining me for this month’s Group Coaching Essentials program. If you want to make 2008 your year to lead successful group coaching programs, join myself and 5 other coaches for a 2 month journey, as we cover the ins and outs to designing, implementing and marketing your own group coaching program

The Group Coaching Essentials program will start this Thursday, February 21st. Choose from either a morning (10:30 – 11:45 am EST/New York) or Evening (8-9:15pm EST/New York) session time.

For full details on the program click here. Three spaces remain in the morning and two in the evening session (to make up an intimate group of no more than 6 coaches per session). Cost: $250 US or $250 Canadian

Join the growing community of hundreds of coaches who have taken this program since it first started in 2006, and more importantly, have your program ready to launch for the spring!

To find out more or to register call me toll free at 1-866—217-1960 or email me at jennifer@potentialsrealized.com. PayPal payments can be processed at the Group Coaching Essentials webpage.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Warm regards,
Jennifer

Jennifer Britton, PCC, CHRP, CPT
Potentials Realized
Group Coaching Essentials
Toll Free: 1-866-217-1960
Email: jennifer{at}potentialsrealized{dot}com

Can't make the dates for the Group Coaching Essentials program but are you committed to creating space to design your programs? Join me for a 6 hour virtual retreat - The Group Program Virtual Intensive - where the focus is all about getting your program designed and Getting It Done! The next one will be held on Monday and Wednesday March 10 and 12th from 7-10pm (EST) each evening. For more information about the Virtual Intensive, click here. Space is limited to 8 for the virtual intensive.

Participate in some real coaching research on group coaching

I always get really excited when I hear about real live research that is going on about the coaching profession - its the academic in me.

I 've been contcted by a wonderful researcher, Andrea Anderson, who is currently working on some research around the area of group coaching. If you have experienced a group coaching process as a a client, please consider completing the following survey. If you lead group coaching sessions your self, I hope that you will consider passing this link on to your clients.

Group Coaching Research - If you have been a group coaching client
The link to the following survey (http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=C02C69OM_2bqw56MvhXDc7jg_3d_3d) is intended to tap into the experience and knowledge of people who have experienced life coaching in a group setting.

By completing the survey and sharing your insights, you will help coaches who conduct group sessions learn what is powerful about coaching in a group setting and understand what they can do to improve the experience and learning for their clients. The survey is a quick 10 questions and enables you to remain anonymous.

If you are interested in obtaining the survey results, please email aanderson@in-vocation.com. This survey will remain active through March 21, 2008.

If you are a coach who delivers group coaching programs, Andrea would love to hear from you and have your insights feed into the research. She can be reached at aanderson@in-vocation.com.

I've spoken with Andrea and she is really excited about this research, as I am to hear about the results!

Have a great week!
Jennifer

Jennifer Britton, PCC, CHRP
Potentials Realized
Group Coaching Essentials
Toll Free: 1-866-217-1960
Email: jennifer@potentialsrealized.com

Creating Positive, Intentional Business Partnerships

I often think of February as the month of relationships, in part due to the presence of Valentines Day. As an Organization and Relationship systems coach (ORSC), I love the dynamics that are created through relationships. Relationships is going to be a theme for my monthly blog posts here, and also at my sister sites The Biz Toolkit and Your Balanced Life!

I have been spending quite a bit of time speaking this week about the importance of relationships as it relates to marketing during my Workshop and Retreat Essentials program and Group Coaching Essentials program. What attention have you paid to your business relationships lately?

This year I am continuing to run a number of collaborative programs and love the synergy and richness that my fellow partners and I have created. Each partnership has its own feel and energy which infuses the programs differently.

I was reminded this week about the importance of being really clear and intentional when creating partnerships, as we discussed some worst case scenarios, as well as some real life best practices for business partnerships during this week's teleseminars.

Here are some questions you may want to consider when developing your next co-facilitation, joint venture or business partnership:

* What are your goals for a partnership? What do you hope to accomplish?
* What unique skills, abilities or characteristics do you bring to the partnership?
* What are you looking for in a partner – to enhance your weaker areas, to expand you into new markets?
* What particular skills are you looking for in a partner?
* What particular characteristics are you looking for in a partner?
* What are your expectations from the partnership?
* How will you measure success?

Looking for a facilitated process for your new partnership? As an ORSC coach a large part of my work focuses on creating the space for new partnerships to start of “on the right foot” and from the strongest foundation possible. If you are an existing partnership, there is no time like the present to take the pulse of your relationship and spend some time nurturing it. Drop me an email if you and your partner are looking to design your partnership in a positive, and intentional way. I'll be offering 3 complimentary partnership design sessions this month -- one hour by phone for you and your partner.

Also, in the spirit of relationships, I will be offering a 50% discount on my relationship coaching rates for business partners (co-facilitators, those in or considering joint ventures, strategic alliances) for the month of February. This offer open from now until the end of February 2008. Email me to take advantage of it.

Have a great weekend,
Jennifer

Jennifer Britton, PCC, CPCC, CHRP
Potentials Realized
Toll Free: 1-866-217-1960
Email: jennifer{at}potentialsrealized.com

Upcoming Programs - Get a Head Start on your Spring programs!

I'll be holding a number of phone based programin the next few weeks for those of you who are looking for some quick booster shots for your own group programs. It's perfect timing for those who are gearing up for spring group program launches!

I hope that you will consider joining me for one of the following:

Friday February 1, 2008 from 12 - 1:30 pm (EST) the Tips and Tools for Your Workshop or Retreat Program. This one and a half hour teleseminar covers 10 Key tips and tools to keep in mind as you design, deliver and market your next workshop or retreat program, for the public or corporations. You also receive a 20 page e-workbook as part of this call, which is full of tools for use after the call. You are also encouraged to bring their specific questions to the call so you can walk way with exactly what you need. Space is limited to 6 to ensure maximum interaction. Cost: $45 US (which includes e-workbook and 1.5 hour call. Long distance charges are extra).

Tuesday February 5, 2008 from 6:30 - 8pm (EST): Engaging Exercises for Teams and Groups. Looking to inject your next workshop, retreat or group coaching program with some new exercises? This 1.5 hour call covers the A-Z of exercises for teams and groups. You will leave the call with at least 25 new exercises to use as icebreakers/warmups, energizers or closure. You also receive the electronic edition of the Engaging Exercises for Teams and Groups Manual (85 pages) as part of this call. Space is limited to 6
Cost: $59 US


Download a registration form here to register for these calls.

For those looking for a more in-depth program in supporting them to launch their own group coaching program for the spring, I will be offering two separate classes of the Group Coaching Essentials program in February. Both classes will be held on Thursdays starting February 21st. Choose from:
10:30 - 11:45 am (EST) OR
8 - 9:15 pm (EST)

Both sessions are held by phone and sessions will be held on February 21, 28, March 6 and 13, plus a call in early April (at a date convenient for the group).

If you are looking to launch your own group coaching program, coaching workshop or coaching retreat this spring I hope that you will join me for the series. You'll leave the program with a new toolbox of resources, activities and templates to support you in your group coaching program development, implementation and marketing. This program has been offered since January 2006 and coaches from all over the world have now participated. Click here for more information about the program. Cost $250 US or Canadian. Space is limited (usual program size between 4-6 coaches. Maximum 8).

I will be offering a special mid-winter registration rate for coaches who sign up with a colleague for the February Group Coaching Essentials program. You will each enjoy a 20% discount on your registration (total investment $200 US or Canadian each). This pricing is only available for the February session. A great deal as I am also available for 1-1 support throughout your program (as well as for a pre- and post- 1-1 session). If you were to purchase all that time doing individual work with me your cost would be over $1500. I look forward to having you in the Group Coaching Essentials program next month.

To register for any of the programs, please give me a call toll free at 1-866-217-1960 or email me at jennifer@potentialsrealized.com. You can also download a registration form here.

Warmly,
Jennifer

Jennifer Britton, PCC, CHRP, CPCC
Potentials Realized
GroupCoachingEssentials.com

Post-It Notes and Index Cards: a Facilitator's Ally

I love post it notes and index cards! Many of you will know that it made my top 10 list of most useful tips and tools for 2007. Today's post, builds on a much older post of mine from last year, about how post it notes and index cards can be a really valuable tool in your toolbox.

Here are some ideas on how you can use post-its and/or index cards:

1. For program development -- using a new post it or index card brain storm all the ideas you have about upcoming programs. Lay them out on a table or floor to start sorting/grouping

2. To get quick feedback from all participants during a program. As an evaluation tool, have participants write out their responses to your evaluation questions (1 question/answer per card), and have them post them on the wall

3. For business planning or strategic planning sessions -- the photo above is from a recent team planning session I facilitated late last year. There is nothing like getting people up and moving to boost engagement, excitement and ownership of their work!

4. As a quick poll of the group regarding what questions are popping for the group.

5. To ensure that all voices of the group are being heard. It is quite common for groups to be dominated by certain members. As a facilitator it's important to ensure that all voices are heard. Having participants write out their questions or responses, and then post them, or share them, can provide participants who are introverts, more shy or those who require more time to process questions, the opportunity to partipate and "be heard".

6. As a "vote" regarding where to go: Have participants show their support for a discussion item by putting up a post it note (different colours can represent different categories)

7. As a brainstorming tool - You can bring post-its/index cards into exercises where participants want to/need to brainstorm. For example,

• small business owners working on their business vision;


• professionals who are in career transition


• stay at home moms who are returning to the workforce


• teams working on their quarterly/annual planning


• couples who are creating their budget or a plan for their year

The possibilities are endless. How would you like to bring post-it notes or index cards into your next program?

Have a great week,

Jennifer

Jennifer Britton, PCC, CHRP, CPT ~ Group Coaching Essentials.com