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 A Message from our President, Jim Carty CSP
At the top of your game
The hockey season is over (finally over according to some). As in previous years, the winners will be making their way to the celebrations while the rest are 'going golfing'.
In this hockey-mad country, there are amateur players at all levels of the game finding themselves lining up to participate in summer hockey camps. Their goal? To improve. To gain an edge over the competition. Not all players choose to follow the summer camp path. Some players and coaches believe that 'cross training', participating in 'whatever sport is in season', will develop a better, well rounded amateur athlete.
What about you and your business? Since the summer time is typically a quieter time for many CAPS members, you may have an opportunity to consider your own game plan as well.
Sure, taking some time off to simply relax should be near the top of your list. Then what? Will you be participating in a dedicated summer camp or a complimentary activity?
Some of the things you could be exploring include:
- New product development - maybe it is time to work on that book, DVD or teaching tool.
- Professional development - did you register for that improv class? Or a speakers' boot camp? Or the NSA convention?
- Network development - with whom have you wanted to create or improve your relationship?
Amateur players will be working on ways to prepare for next season. They will be working to ensure that their participation and contribution to the team is at its peak. You should have the same intention for your clients and colleagues.
Regardless of how you choose to spend your summer, either focused business building activities or the occasional networking event to augment your chapter activities, the fall is coming. With it comes a new season, new opportunities and increased activity. Hockey players at all levels know what their plans and goals are for the new season. Do you? If not, you have the summer to prepare for it.
CAPS Ottawa Chapter
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Coming in July
Speaking with Props: A Blessing and a Curse
July 11, 2009
Date: Saturday, July 11, 2009 Location: Arthur Child Heritage Museum, 125 Water Street, Gananoque, Ontario Time: 10am to noon Price: Admission to the museum and exhibit is by donation. However, attendees must register in advance before July 3. SAVE ME A SPOT
On occasion speakers use one or two props on stage to emphasize their message with varying degrees of success. CAPS member and artist Cheryl-Ann Webster uses 120 props to share her message, in fact, she often shares the stage with 120 women to promote self-acceptance. Come to the Arthur Child Heritage Museum on July 11 and join Cheryl-Ann, with her 120 women, and hear how using props can be both a blessing and a curse in your speaking career.
Bring the whole family as there is plenty to entertain everyone at the museum and in the heart of the 1000 Islands.
Cheryl-Ann Webster's Beautiful Women Project is a touring art exhibit composed of 120 clay sculptures of real women, aged nineteen to ninety-one and is on display at the Arthur Child Heritage Museum in Gananoque, from May 1- October 31.
The mission of the Project is to raise awareness about the link between self-worth, self-identity and physical appearance. The artwork is accompanied by motivational and educational presentations, workshops and resource materials suitable for a broad range of participants. This exhibit explores the adorning and altering of the body in the name of fashion, a concept present in many cultures and time periods of the world. However, a new and deeply concerning widespread dissatisfaction with our physical form exists today. A decrease in self-esteem can often result from internalizing commercial messages that say we need to alter ourselves physically. These messages leave men, women, boys and girls with the desire to conform to an unattainable, and socially-created image of beauty. A display of historic corsets at the Arthur Child Heritage Museum is juxtaposed with the exhibition of Cheryl-Ann Webster's Beautiful Women Project.
While you are in Gananoque why not take this time to relax and on a cruise around the Islands or watch a play at the famous waterfront Playhouse.
About Cheryl-Ann Webster: She is an artist and sought-after motivational speaker, passionate about making the world a better place through her artwork that explores social issues. Speaking from the heart with humour and insight, Cheryl-Ann draws on her own experiences and current social realities to connect with audiences large and small through her speech and her art. Her current touring exhibit, The Beautiful Women Project, has become a teaching and healing tool for women and girls, men and boys. Click here for more information: www.beautifulwomenproject.com. |
Coming in August
Second Annual Charity Golf Tournament
in support of the Make-A-Wish Foundation
August 12, 2009
Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2009 Schedule: 10:30am - Registration, Putting contest 12:00pm - Shot-gun start 5:00pm - Networking 6:00pm Dinner, prizes, Silent Auction Location: The Meadows Golf & Country Club, 4335 Hawthorne Road, Gloucester, Ontario K1G 3N4
Hi my name is Jean (JJ) Brun and I have the privilege and honor to Chair the Professional Associations of Ottawa (PAO) 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament in support of Make-A-Wish Foundation. Make-A-Wish exists for one purpose - to fulfill the special wishes of children who have a life-threatening illness. You can be part of helping one child get their wish come true by participating in and supporting this fun event. Four of Ottawa's leading professional associations have joined forces and are working very hard to make this the Golf Event of the Summer! This is your day to make great new contacts and pick up some amazing gifts and prizes while helping make a child's wish come true. Eighteen holes of golf and dinner costs only $125 per person (early bird before June 30, 2009). See below for more details.
Let me encourage you to maximize your organization's presence by donating door prizes, silent auction items or be a sponsor. Please pass on this invitation to anyone or any organization who you feel would like to help make a sick child happier. To donate a door / auction prize or become a sponsor, contact Jacques Duplain by phone (613-843-7377) or e-mail at jacques.duplain@beneficium.ca. I look forward seeing you on the golf course. Register by June 30 for the Early Bird Discount! The Four Professional Associations of Ottawa who are part of this Event are: CAPS- Canadian Association of Professional Speakers - Ottawa Chapter SPO - Sales Professionals of Ottawa IAAP - International Association of Administrative Professionals - Ottawa Chapter ICF - International Coach Federation - Ottawa Chapter
Event Sponsors:
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Coming up in September
Use video to engage and enlighten potential clients!
September 12, 2009
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2009
Time: 9:00am - 11:30am
Location: To be determined
Video is the most believable and demonstrative medium available (TVB Canada) and will be sure to garner attention when it is incorporated into your website. Join us this Fall for an opportunity to create your own personalized Speaker's Promotional Video.
More details to follow on how you will be able to book Rowan Ramsay to create your video!
Registration details coming soon.
Click here to view the video that Rowan Ramsay created for our very own Chapter Member, Cheryl-Ann Webster.
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Annual Sponsors' Corner
Beneficium's Focus on Finances
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1-613-843-7377
As an individual, Tax Planning is important but usually not much is available to minimize taxes. As a business owner you have many ethical loop holes available to you. This month's subject deals with a Health Spending Account (HSA) and the need for a Financial Plan. Health Spending Accounts have existed for many years, they are recently becoming more popular. An HSA, is not an insurance program, but a tax tool, which allows a business owner to deduct health & dental expenses from their company's revenues. As you know, most of the times, it cost less money to pay for something paid by a company than from their individual income; therefore, it makes this option attractive.
*Key points to consider, items not normally covered by traditional plans qualify and NO medical evidence is required.*
As a member of CAPS the set up fee is discounted by 50%. As well take advantage of a complimentary "Financial Plan".
We will assist you:
- In determining where you are today.
- Setting realistic financial goal (short & long term).
- Create your "Plan" - Your plan will evolve with time. The main thing is to start with something.
- If desired, follow up with you to make sure that you stay on track.
- Many tax planning strategies are considered to maximize your personal & corporate income.
- Work with your current accountant/financial planner to make certain these plans are in line with what has already been set-up.
Please call us to set up an appointment 1-613-843-7377 or email us at info@beneficium.ca. Click here to view a PDF on this subject.
Creative Unity Ad-vantages
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When you are going to an event, what sort of communication tools do you bring with you? The usual business card? A pamphlet, flyer? Or just word of mouth? All of these and many more are good options but what can you do that is different? A lot of the time, people who you meet at an event simply forget you amongst the others they meet. How do you stand out? Perhaps you should try a business card printed on a different kind of paper? Maybe cut into an interesting shape? Is your pamphlet the usual piece of paper, folded twice, just so it can be the same size and shape as everyone else's? What if you tried a square? Or a long piece printed on a card? Remember, If your promotional piece stands out, so do you.
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CAPS Library
CAPS Ottawa members are welcome to contact Evelyn Budd if you wish to check out available cds or books (maximum 4 per person) between meetings.
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| Upcoming Events from our Partner Organizations
Organization Development Network of Ottawa-Outaouais (ODNOO)
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News from CAPS National
CAPS National is looking for your feedback!
As you may know at the national level, we are embarking on a strategic planning process for CAPS, which is particularly important given all the shifts in the economic environment. As part of this process we would like you to fill out a new survey so we can have input on your issues, needs and desires for how the association can better serve you. BUT, this year we are offering you another reason to fill it out. Two fabulous CAPS members who complete the survey will be randomly picked to receive a free one year CAPS membership renewal!! That could be you. So please, go forth and click on this link, stand up and be counted, have an excellent chance at winning and let us know what you think. I mean really let us know what you think. Click here for the survey.
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Join us for the 2009 CAPS Convention that will take place in Calgary on December 6-8, 2009.
Need to call the national office? Now you can do it toll free!
CAPS National new toll-free number is 1-877-847-3350
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About CAPS
CAPS Vision is: To be the association of choice for experts who speak professionally
CAPS Mission is: To raise the profile and professionalism of our members
CAPS Values: Connection, Continuous Improvement and Professionalism
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200 - 435 St. Laurent Blvd
OTTAWA ON K1K 2Z8
Tel. 613-749-5975
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