Issue 3
Inside this issue:
Sherry Pelkey Marketing Coordinator & Trainer Atlantic Canada Click here for Sherry's Bio
Audie McCarthy founder and president of Marrek Solutions Inc. Click here for Audie's bioLisa Dennie Training Associate Click here for Lisa's Bio Contact:
Phone:
902.367.1251
Email:
Web:
I have been thinking lately (my husband says that’s dangerous!) about what causes stress in our lives. I have come to the conclusion that we, ourselves, are at the heart of all that we find stressful.
We face many pressures everyday. There is more to do than can be accomplished in every 24 hour period. Those matters are all outside ourselves and only we can let them pressure us. In all the courses that we teach (time management, stress management and dealing with difficult behaviours) the skill that we emphasize is taking control of; yourself, your thoughts and your behaviour.
I recently had the pleasure of attending a seminar given by Lesley Andrews, a very gifted woman who overcame great odds to become a successful artist. Lesley now runs her own production company in Stratford, Ontario. She called this skill taking control of your ‘invironment’ and your ‘outvironment’. If I care about myself, think positive thoughts and maintain a positive attitude this is my ‘invironment’. That will have a positive effect on the people and places around me – my ‘outvironment’. The positive influence I exercise will help to reduce my stress. It is all a matter of taking control and keeping things in perspective.
So the next time you find yourself reacting strongly to the stresses of everyday living, ask yourself “Am I taking control of my ‘invironment’ to positively impact my ‘outvironment’?”
Please see the Tips section below for help to take control and reduce your stress.
Have a great week!
Lisa
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PEIBWA (Prince Edward Island Business Women’s Association) Lunch & Learn session in Montague on Nov. 1
Audie, with other speakers and sponsors at the Oakville Chamber Salute to Small Business Week. Picture was taken by Janet Bedford, SNAP Oakville.
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Wintertide/ WinterLights Across Canada Opening Ceremonies
November 23 – Province House, Charlottetown
For details visit the website at:
www.city.charlottetown.pe.ca
Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce presents Business Mixer
Thursday, November 15, 2007 at Howard Johnson Dutch Inn ( Cornwall)
November Mixer Hosted by Howard Johnson Dutch Inn
Mark Your Calendar – December 5 th
President’s Christmas ReceptionConfederation Centre of the Arts. Visit the Chamber website at
New
Workplace Lunch & Learn SeriesCreate a workplace of learning, communication and collaboration that builds morale, team spirit and creates ambassadors for your business. Sessions available include: Blow Bubbles…Stress Relievers for the Workplace, The Art of Networking and Dealing with Difficult Customers. Call Sherry today to discuss opportunities to really engage your employees.
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Workshops
Are you ‘in sync’ with your business? Do your customers refer you to others? Do your employees jump out of bed to get to work? Do you ask for feedback from employees, customers and suppliers? Is your team motivated? Are you motivated and inspired? What is your Personal Code of Honour?
As a learning organization, focused on helping individuals and organizations grow, we offer training, coaching and consulting to help you get to the next level. You will be able to answer the above questions in the way you really want. The end result…engaged employees, loyal customers and growth!
Customized Positive Employee Relationship Programs - designed to suit your company’s culture and values. A few examples are…
- Effectively Assertive
- Coping with Change
- Creating Amazing Customer Service
- Dealing with Difficult Behaviours
- Successful Selling Techniques
- Core Skills for Managers, Supervisors, Team Leaders
- Inspiring Multi-generational teams
- Coaching for Success
- Diversity in the Workplace
Contact Sherry today to arrange your complimentary information meeting at 902.367.1251 or via email: sherry@marrek.com
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Take Control to Reduce Stress
- Focus on the things over which you have control.
- Learn to manage your time and your ‘stuff’.
- Take care of yourself physically, spiritually and emotionally.
- Consider whether your current way of thinking is serving you well.
- Read powerful works on meditation, positive attitude and influence.
- Spend some quiet time each day to meditate and listen to your heart and soul.
- Spend time with people that you find uplifting.
- Ask for help when you need it.
- Express appreciation for all that is good in your life everyday.
- Believe in the power you have to choose peace from within.
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Nov. 12, 2007
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