DR. MARK DeVOLDER
 

Change, Teamwork/Teambuilding, Diversity,
Leadership, Motivation, Communication
 

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Dr. Mark DeVolder brings a specialist's understanding of Change to many different audiences. With a delightful sense of humor and outstanding story-telling ability, he delivers a motivational experience that is perfectly suited to particular needs and expectations.  In his entertaining, dynamic and poignant presentations, Dr. DeVolder reveals strategies that produce incredible results at work and at home.
 

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Together, audiences explore questions like:

• What does it take to be successful in today's ever-changing economy?

• With changes happening so quickly, what are the essentials of leadership?

• How do we create highly committed teams that continually improve?
   

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Dr. Mark DeVolder is a masterful educator.  He is called upon frequently to provide leadership training for both small and large groups.

Mark enjoys an enviable reputation for doing his homework. Presentations are always carefully tailored in advance. Illustrations are consistent, interesting, and relevant. Valuable time is well spent, and audiences remain totally engaged. Client satisfaction is clearly evident in his many requests for return engagements.

Mark is president of a management consulting firm widely recognized for expertise in helping North American managers and employees deal with new business realities. These include managing around differences in culture and beliefs, dealing with sensitive issues such as discrimination and harassment, guiding groups through conflict resolution, and in mediating negotiated solutions. The Federal Government lists Mark officially as a recommended Mediator. His success rate typically runs in the 95% range, which says a lot about his ability to analyze difficult situations and bring about positive change amongst diverse groups of people.
 

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DR. MARK DEVOLDER provides keynote presentations
as well as 1/2 day and full day workshops.
 

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MOST REQUESTED PROGRAMS >>>

The Invisible Leader: Managing Virtual Teams Successfully

In today's global economy, many leaders are managing virtual teams - teams whose members are located in other buildings, cities or countries.  Although the opportunities are great, sometimes the challenges are even greater:  unproductive and irrelevant meetings, unstated etiquette, detached virtual team members and unbalanced participation.

During this presentation, you will learn how to:  build community, enable essential communication, ensure commitment, guarantee clarity and become a leader/coach.

With a matchless style that is entertaining, dynamic and funny, Mark DeVolder reveals strategies that produce incredible results:  Leaders learn how to strengthen and support staff with practical tools that improve communication, build trust and strengthen teamwork.
 

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Yours, Mine and Wow! The Diversity Potential

More is more ... a concept that offers insight and guidance for those who fear what might happen if they break free from traditional “melting pot” attitudes toward diversity. Mark’s innovative approach sheds new light on this sensitive area of working relationships. He demonstrates the benefits in diversity and provides guidelines that stimulate and increase productivity.
 

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The New Leader - A Player-Coach

This leadership theme can be adapted for large audiences or used in a variety of training environments. It reminds participants that today's leaders must be in the game. Mark’s premise is that many people think the primary role of leadership is to fix problems. They often know little about enabling individuals, or teams, to create their own solutions. He goes on to demonstrate how leaders can leverage their efforts to the greatest advantage. Participants are usually amazed at the eventual outcome ... more time, better employee buy-in and superior performance.
 

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Five Passions of Extraordinary Leaders

In this highly motivational presentation Mark raises the awareness of that small 5% of employees who have the potential to be the brightest and best. It challenges individuals to not only accomplish their goals but to exceed them. Beginning with the leadership qualities of character and vision, Mark leads the audience through concepts such as relationships, attitude and team building. The excitement becomes infectious and participants invariably return to work with renewed passion and commitment based in a new realization of their potential. This material is especially well suited for breakout sessions and leadership training seminars.
 

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Flo with the Go - Change for the Better

When organizational changes fail, it's usually because leaders neglected the most difficult part of change - the transitions.   As a transition management specialist, Dr. DeVolder emphasizes the strong message that "Change is about People."

In Mark’s dynamic and stimulating session, you will learn:

• How to let go of the past and accept new ways

• How to deal effectively anger and resistance's

• How to build trust 

• How to ensure employee engagement and commitment

• How to improve communication

Outcomes:

• Leaders learn the skills to navigate more effectively

• Successfully implemented changes mean increased teamwork, morale, innovation and financial profitability!
   

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You CAN Do Anything!

Built around the word prophecy, this material has been described as inspirational. It highlights the difference in outcomes when the focus is changed from what people are doing wrong to what happens when you believe in them. Mark explains the three fundamental building blocks of Believe - Expect - Exceed with delightful illustrations of what it means to believe in yourself and others. He goes on to demonstrate the benefits of expecting that they can and will succeed, and in applauding when results exceed expectations. Mark lifts this concept of self-fulfilling profit to the level of true inspiration, triumph and celebration.
 

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Beyond Personal Best

In this presentation from his leadership development series Mark explores 5 attributes common amongst top leaders:

• Inner confidence, control and self-knowledge

• Captivating values and attitudes

• Laser-focused power and control

• Masterful communication

• Synergistic performance
   

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Pack Your Own Parachute! The Trust Factor

Trust is at the heart of every successful organization.   It is the glue and the grease that holds relationships together and enables teams to work cooperatively.  Dr. Mark DeVolder makes a compelling business case for building trust.

Dr. DeVolder teaches leaders how to create an environment that will stand every test.

• How can you practice the six essential behaviours that build trust?

• How can you avoid the actions that betray?

• How can you rebuild trust once it's broken?

• What do leaders, employees and teams need from each other?

These are the questions that Mark DeVolder answers for you in his  program, Trust Factor- The Competitive Advantage.  Mark's light-hearted approach and signature sense of humour are punctuated with stories from trenches that illustrate and inspire.  Establish your organization's future on the sure foundation of trust and high performance.
 

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Comments from Audiences >>>
 

"Mark, I want to take a moment to tell you how much we enjoyed your presentation at our recent seminar and your contribution in making our seminar a great success. Our Managers gave you high marks for your delivery and quality of content and appreciated how you were able to keep them engaged during your presentation. The best form of flattery is the fact that in our surveys our managers voted overwhelmingly to have you back at a future seminar."
Diamond Parking Service (2008)
 

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"Thought-provoking and dynamic. Moving and powerful.  Remarkable energy. Mark was inspiring and kept the audience charged."
PricewaterhouseCoopers
 

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"Dr. DeVolder's presentation was so timely, informative and well delivered."
AIG Financial Group
 

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"Mark DeVolder is a truly inspirational leader. He has the unique talent of assisting his clients to discover new challenges and opportunities in themselves. His personal approach to creating win-win situations is exemplary. The opportunity to share time and ideas with Mark is truly an event that will produce insight and personal and corporate development."
Everitt Consultants Inc.
 

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"I found Dr. DeVolder’s presentation one of the most useful sessions I have attended in a long time."
Canada Revenue Agency
 

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