Early in her career, Elaine Allison CSP (Certified Speaking Professional Designation)
began honing her insights into the differences between how men and women lead and
manage. She was one of Canada's first female prison guards in an all "male" maximum
security correctional facility at the age of nineteen. Dealing almost entirely with men, Elaine
had a "crash
course" in understanding how we interact with each other and manage people, as her life
virtually depended on it! She began to truly observe how women dealt with conflict, leadership
and power, themes she built on in each new position in her career. Elaine's hands on
experience, real life stories and illustrations of what women encounter daily, helps audiences
consider all their options and apply immediate solutions. Elaine
provides humor, playfulness, energy, and a new look at our confused way of seeing female
leaders.
How Men and Women Lead
Elaine's Profile
About Elaine Allison, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional)
Author of the award-winning business book, "The Velvet Hammer – PowHERful Leadership
Lessons for Women Who Don’t Golf".
One of Canada’s first female prison guards in an all-male maximum-security prison at the
age of 19, and then held several senior executive roles in other industries
CSP (Certified Speaking Professional). One of only 11 female speakers in Canada and
10% of speakers worldwide, holding this prestigious designation recognized globally in the
speaking industry.
Frequently interviewed in the media (including ABC World News, The Globe & Mail, Houston
Chronicle and every network and major newspaper across Canada, plus over 100 radio shows,
blogs and podcasts).
Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2002, “Visions of Excellence”
Peter Legge, Story Teller of the Year Award 2004
Formal education in Curriculum Design & Adult Education
Topic Categories
Stress Management, Change
Leadership, Management
Women-specific
Presentation Titles
On Leadership:
Be the Leader They Stay For
Uncover the only reasons for poor performance
Discover the “Knock it Off Nicely” Technique
“Set Nets” take your team to the next level
(Specialty for Women's Events)
What Brains, Hormones & Cultural Expectations have to do with it
The top 3 things women leaders do well and how you can profit
Where do we go from here? Gaining ground, hope and prosperity
On Negotiation:
Get More of What You Want
Ready, Aim, Desire
Get to “Yes”, Get Rid of “Maybe”, or Gain a Quick “No”
3 Easy Ways to Get Someone to Play
(Specialty for Women’s Events)
Why Women Don’t Ask (and the real cost)
Non-verbals to avoid and when to use them
3 ways to get more of what you want
On Communication:It Doesn’t Matter if You Are Right, It Only Matters if You Can Find a 3rd Way
Why any Conflict Can be Resolved
Set Expectations Up Front!
Why There Really are No Stupid People
Handling the Bully in the Backyard
On Change: Flipping Your B – Instead of the Bird!
What to do “When Things Don’t Go as Planned”
Shifting gears, fears and tears
Flexible thinking, bending the rules and creating what you need
The E-B-R technique
Audience Testimonials
"From frontline, unregulated caregivers, to senior management all participants were equally
engaged. In a humorous, playful fashion, Elaine has given our people new skills to meet their
often challenging role in healthcare." -- Karen Skillings, Education Coordinator, Interior Health
Authority
"My management team particularly enjoyed Elaine’s E-B-R technique to handling stressful
situations; they will use this for a long time to come, especially when things don’t go as
planned." -- Barry Saunders, Global TV, Maritimes
"Through her skillful use of unique, personal stories, Elaine often had the audience laughing
with tears." -- Anda Dima, Regina QuAppelle Health Region
“Both the “Bully in The Backyard” and the “Leadership Lessons” were informative and thought
provoking. I’ve had numerous people thank me for having Elaine speak." -- Rogers Cable
In Her Own Words
"Most people leave because of poor leadership, be the one they stay for."
"When things are worth fighting for – fight fair!"
