Thanks to all who joined me for the December 2nd, 2011 8th Annual Year End Group Programs call. Thanks for those who joined in live, and for those who couldn't, do enjoy this recording!

You can listen into the recording of this 45 minute call here:


I also want to share with those interested, a link to a presentation on Group Coaching In Organizations to the ICF Coaching and HRD SIG (December 9, 2011). You can download it here.

Looking to do some planning or take some action this month to make 2012 great? I hope that you will join me for either the
Year End Business Planning Virtual Retreat - Thursday December 22nd - 10-4 pm Eastern (By Phone)
Year End Group Program Design Virtual Retreat - Friday December 16th - 10-4 pm Eastern (By Phone)

Come and take action on either your business or group programs during these virtual retreats. The programs will provide you with structured activities throughout the day as we meet as a group for 15 minutes of every hour and use the remaining time to work offline on our own projects. You can use the links on the program titles to register. Interested in both? Save $50 off their pricing in total - $320 instead of $370. Reserve your spot and register for these two one day virtual retreat programs (held by phone) at the special holiday pricing of $320 US here:


I also am pleased to offer the following December 2011 Holiday specials this month (please use links on this page):

1. Early Bird rate on the April 13-14 Group Coaching Intensive in Toronto. This is a 2 day (15 hour in-person) group coaching training program. An application for 15 CCEs will be submitted for the program to the ICF, which has been approved in the past for 13 hrs of Core Competencies and 2 hours of Business Development. This program provides coaches with core tools and templates in designing, marketing and running their own group coaching programs. A significant focus of the program is on hands-on practice and feedback on your group coaching skills. Each coach will lead the group through a 20 minute group coaching exercise and will receive feedback on their skills.
Save $175 plus HST on the Regular pricing of $950 CDN plus HST
Holiday Pricing - To December 31st, 2011: $775 plus HST = $875.75 CDN (available through this link only)


2. Special $25 Discount on the Advanced Group Coaching Practicum. Pre-Requiste: Group Coaching Esssentials. This teleseminar program which is open to Group Coaching Essentials Alumni, covers more advanced issues in group coaching, and provides coaches with a phone based opportunity for group coaching practice and feedback. Each session includes a mix of content, as well as a practicum piece where one coach will lead us through a 25 minute group coaching process. Feedback will be provided to the coach on their group coaching skills and core competencies displayed. 7. 5 hours of programming over 6 sessions.
Discount is eligible for the Tuesday 12 - 1:15 pm Eastern group starting on January 24th. Calls will be held Jan 24, 31, Feb 14, 21, March 6 and 13, 2011. Regular price: $375. Reserve your spot here at the discounted rate ($25 off):

I also wanted to invite you to check out some of the other supports you may find useful -

Our new YouTube video tips at http://www.youtube.com/effectivegroupcoach
The Group Coaching Ins and Outs blog
Our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/effectivegroupcoaching

Thank you for your support and interest throughout this year! I look forward to staying connected throughout 2012.

Best wishes for you and your family over this holiday season!
Jennifer