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Vantage Point’s AGM 2021We invite our members to join and participate in our annual general meeting on May 18. This is a great opportunity to reflect on our achievements and process adventures over the past year and participate in the discussion on our next areas of focus. Not a member? Our Membership page has more […]
Techniques & Tools For Effective LeadersMay 19 & 26, 2021: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Coaching is increasingly being used within organizations to support improved personal and team performance. This two-part, virtual workshop series (two x 4hr sessions) includes facilitated discussions, individual and group activities and experiential learning through coaching practice. In this highly experiential […]
Set yourself up for success Executive Director 101 equips first-time executive directors with practical skills and knowledge to succeed in their role. In this three-day lab, you learn key concepts and develop a 12-month plan for success. Learn the essential components to the executive director role to make the learning curve more manageable.Is Executive Director […]
Techniques & Tools For Effective LeadersMay 19 & 26, 2021: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Coaching is increasingly being used within organizations to support improved personal and team performance. This full-day workshop includes facilitated discussions, individual and group activities and experiential learning through coaching practice. In this highly-experiential session, participants will have the opportunity to […]
Strong Leadership is about more than running efficient meetings.Learn key strategies to engage your board in achieving its organizational mission by:Suggested Participants:Board Chairs and incoming board chairs of not-for-profit organizationsProgram Benefits:Participants will learn context and gain skills to lead the board of directors in four core areas:Learning Outcomes:By the end of this session you will […]
Amplify the work of your organization with an effective advocacy strategy.How do you create change when you don’t have the resources or authority to make the change yourself? Advocacy! Part 1 of this two-part workshop focuses on developing an effective strategy, while part 2 focuses on government relations and lobbying as specific advocacy strategies.Workshop Benefits:By participating in […]
Feedback can be both hard to receive and crucial in professional development.The ability to give and receive feedback effectively is a critical professional skill - and one developed through practice over time. In this half-day workshop you will learn strategies to overcome the tension between our requirement for feedback and our desire to be accepted the way […]
Amplify the work of your organization with an effective advocacy strategy.How do you create change when you don’t have the resources or authority to make the change yourself? Advocacy! Part 1 of this two-part workshop focuses on developing an effective strategy, while part 2 focuses on government relations and lobbying as specific advocacy strategies.Workshop Benefits:By participating in […]
Respond effectively to a new realityDiscover tools and strategies to clarify your next steps. There is nothing like a global pandemic to disrupt routine.Learning Outcomes:Come away from this workshop with the ability to:Benefits:In this 3-hour virtual workshop you will discover tools and strategies to guide your short-term planning:FacilitatorTBA
Amplify the work of your organization with an effective advocacy strategy.How do you create change when you don’t have the resources or authority to make the change yourself? Advocacy! Part 1 of this two-part workshop focuses on developing an effective strategy, while part 2 focuses on government relations and lobbying as specific advocacy strategies.Workshop Benefits:By participating in […]
Engage your board and align their work with organizational values and visionA highly effective and engaged board has clarity around roles, responsibilities and aligns their work and performance with organizational values and vision.Program Benefits:You will walk away with:Learning Outcomes:By the end of this workshop you will be able to:Workshop Content:FacilitatorTBA
Embrace your financial responsibilityThe role boards and employees play in not-for-profit financial management is not always fully understood or appreciated.This half-day session will introduce you to a wide variety of financial management strategies and discuss ways to implement financial management tools effectively. You will walk away with a practical perspective as to what board should […]
Develop strategies for attracting the right people to your organization.In this half-day workshop, you will explore best practices in developing job descriptions, screening resumes, developing interview questions, and conducting reference checks to attract and engage high performers to your employee and volunteer roles.Having the right people, in the right role, at the right time is […]
Get the most from your financial reportingYour financial reports are about so much more than compliance. When organized well, financial reports provide critical information for making strategic decisions about your organization and its programs.This three-hour virtual session will explore frameworks, tools, and indicators you can use to assess performance, consider alternatives, and make governance decisions. […]
Level-up your performance as a manager Essentials for New Managers is a program for new and aspiring not-for-profit managers to strengthen their management skills. Over three sessions, program participants gain tools and approaches to achieve success in their new management role. Is this the right program for my organization? You are an ideal candidate if […]
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