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CONTINUING EDUCATION &
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
"It's not only what you know, but how you use what you understand that makes the difference—especially when applied with spirit, commitment and consistency." — PJ Wade
The Catalyst Continuing Education
Central Theme: The Challenge of Change
In clear, plain language—with liberal amounts of enthusiasm and inspiration—Futurist & Strategist PJ Wade peels back layers of stereotypes, unconscious patterns and ingrained habits that can undermine thinking and communication for even the most successful professionals. This dynamic exploration reveals often-overlooked opportunities, misinterpreted challenges and untapped 21st Century potential—in business and in life—that arise from the combined impact of:
- Our fast-paced, technology-driven, interconnected world, and
- The first-time-in-history demographic revolution represented by Boomers and their Multi-Generation Families.
These and related transforming forces are explored in our "way out of the box" CE Programs, which delve into emerging niches, service innovations, product transformations, evolving revenue streams and sustainable achievement using a professional perspective.
ATTENTION EDUCATION PROGRAMMERS & EVENT PLANNERS
- Content, approach and outcomes will be tailored to your Industry's Professional Standards, Mandatory Education Credit Criteria and relevant participant priorities.
- Continuing Education Programs are 3 CE Credit/3 hour sessions. Some are available as 2 CE Credit/2 hour sessions.
- The Catalyst makes the difference for progressive professionals…
- Program outlines in PDF format
- Facilitator & Catalyst: PJ Wade
Professional Development & Strategic Communication Programs
"Communication Is Everything & Everything Is Communication!"
- What's Your Point? COMING SOON!
CE Program based on "What's Your Point?"—PJ's New 2009 Business Book (print & ebook versions).
Sign up for advance notice of publication date.
- Sharpen Your Communication Edge:
WHY Would a Prospect or Client Choose You?
The more completely you understand "WHY?" the more consistently you will generate desired results for all concerned. Discover what is undermining your communication effectiveness—consciously and unconsciously…Program Outline (PDF)
- Niche Marketing Innovation:
Flexible Specialization to Maximize Advantage
Simultaneously, focus on the chosen market niche and creatively expand relevant horizons—that's the challenge for innovators…and the thrill. Learn the how and why of flexible specialization…Program Outline (PDF)
- Say What You Mean & Mean What You Say:
Avoid 3 Common Mistakes That Undermine Your Message
Strategic communication across media and across generations, from social media to sustainable relationships—results matter every time…Program Outline (PDF)
- Client C.A.R.E.:
Excel with Boomers & Their Multi-Generation Families
Boomers, by their sheer numbers, may overshadow the impact their children and parents will have on everyone's future…or will they? Discover 5 key, but often overlooked, elements that define "relevance" and "service" to this technology-driven human revolution—whether they realize it or not…Program Outline (PDF)
"The First-Time-in-History Phenomenon with Far-Reaching Impact…"
- Riding The Age Wave:
Emerging Trends & Strategies for Continued Success
Have you decided how YOU—your services, your practice, your firm, your expertise—can contribute to the success of all concerned as the 21st Cenury unfolds?…Program Outline (PDF)
- Boomers & Their Parents:
What Do They Really Want?
The advancing edge of North America's almost 85 million Boomers are now in their early 60's and Boomers have discovered they may have more in common with their parents than ever before—even though they want completely different futures. Why is this only the beginning of the divergence?…Program Outline (PDF)
- Reverse Mortgages & Home Equity Management, In Context
"Best Friend, Worst Enemy" captures the extremes of reverse mortgage realities, but there's a lot more to these financial, real estate, lifestyle and estate planning tools. Why do all property owners—and their professional advisors—benefit from understanding reverse mortgages—even if they never arrange one?…Program Outline (PDF)
- Self-Leadership: NEW IN 2010!
Toward a Brilliant Future Whenever & Wherever You Start
This is "Extended Living 101," an innovative program for graduates of the school of life who understand that 21st-Century issues, challenges and opportunities matter at all stages of life. Why are synergy, balance and other over-looked Self-Leadership strategies key to a successful future for you and your clients? Sign up for advance notice.
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"I attended your [Sharpen Your Communication Edge] seminar today and enjoyed it very much. Your subject is very interesting, very thought provoking and the many points you mentioned will individually be the subject of various interesting discussions in the office for some time." — Regional Sales Manager, Financial Services Industry, +18 years experience
Do you need an experienced professional who will add context, focus and flow to your Mandatory Continuing Education Program while catalyzing attendees to embrace Forward Thinking and combine innovation with action?
 Select PJ to design, present or evaluate your next Mandatory Continuing Education or Professional Development Program.
"I'm here because I need the CE credits and this date worked, but I wanted you to know, PJ, that this is the best program I have ever attended. I am completely engaged and my mind is racing with ideas. So much more than I expected. Thank you." — Financial Services Professional, +15 years experience
"May I say, PJ, you were the best speaker [trade association] has brought in…. I really resonated with your ideas. Thank you! — That's fine to use my quote. I'm happy to promote valuable services." — Financial Services Professional, +14 years experience
PJ Wade is The Catalyst—intent on challenging
The Best to become even better!
PJ's advanced educational and strategic communicaton programs are characterized by learning objectives linked to:
- Stimulating consideration of when and how to think outside the box of past experience and learned behaviour to achieve innovation and to design relevant client services
- Experiencing how strategic communicaton and strategic empathy facilitate relationship building with prospects, clients, colleagues, employees…
- Understanding how key current business themes can be interpreted when delving into practical, easy-to-implement Forward Thinking solutions for relevant issues and opportunities:
- Emerging and overlapping niches
- Service and lifestyle trends and innovations
- Product and marketing transformations
- Creative client retention
- Revenue potential and succession planning
- Sustainable achievement for professionals and their clients
"Thanks for your timely reminder which helps balance the barrage of bad news that beats us up evey day. You're right—this is an extraordinary time of opportunity for those who are paying attention and willing to seize it!" —Professional Advisor & Communicator, +11 years experience
"Just a quick note to let you know how much I appreciated your session on Boomers. It was most helpful and, from the timing standpoint of my personal career, very appropriate. I am planning to revamp my [practice] and also incorporate many of the ideas you presented yesterday. Thanks again." — Financial Services Professional, +5 years experience
ABOUT THE CATALYST—FACILITATOR & RICH CONTENT DEVELOPER:
PJ Wade provides Strategic Communication, Client Appreciation and Advanced Education Services to the finance, real estate, tourism, hospitality, lifestyle and service sectors—and the clients they serve. A frequently-quoted financial and business commentator, PJ is author of 8 books, 1700 published articles and the popular ongoing online column "Decisions & Communities". PJ is a thought-provoking strategic speaker who offers practical, results-driven suggestions on leaving “the box” behind and embracing Forward Thinking—a talent she regularly demonstrates. More about PJ… [Back to List]
"…Really, I was just short of quitting, but you affected my decision to carry on today at the [Riding the Age Wave] course…. So thank you for assisting me today on my journey to success. I am sure this will be the day that I can continuously look back on and say, 'That was the day it all turned around for me.'" —Professional who is on the way to achieving work/life balance after examining work from the clients' perspective
PJ WADE'S KEYNOTE & FEATURED PRESENTATION THEMES
- Forward Thinking: "If I Knew NOW What I'll Know THEN!"
- Change Management Through Self-Leadership
- Cross Generation Collaboration
- The Age Wave PLUS: Boomers as Clients, Employees, Investors…We’re* everywhere!
- Sustainable Communities, Workplaces & Lifestyles: Decisions, Dynamics & Technology
*It takes one to know one—PJ’s a Boomer, too.
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