BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand - ECPv6.3.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prinz.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250325T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250325T083000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044544 CREATED:20250310T031648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T031959Z UID:47438-1742887800-1742891400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Christchurch Event: Learn from a PRINZ Fellow DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/learn-from-a-prinz-fellow-2/ LOCATION:Black Betty Cafe\, 165 Madras Street\, Christchurch\, 8011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-banners-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250325T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250325T093000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044544 CREATED:20250306T002234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T021436Z UID:47348-1742887800-1742895000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Trust Equation: Agency Leader Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-trust-equation-agency-leader-breakfast/ LOCATION:GRC Partners + Porter Novelli Offices\, 100 College Hill\, Auckland\, Ponsonby\, 1011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/The_Trust_Equation_in_Practice.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250402T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250402T120000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044544 CREATED:20250212T033738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T034011Z UID:46870-1743586200-1743595200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Hands On With AI DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hands-on-with-ai-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/PRKH-Hands-on-White-Phone-e1742172373898.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250403T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250403T130000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044544 CREATED:20250306T024716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T212835Z UID:47370-1743681600-1743685200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Webinar: Finding your way in a rapidly changing job market DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/webinar-finding-your-way-in-a-rapidly-changing-job-market/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Lifelong_learning_limits.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250403T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250403T183000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250328T002839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T002839Z UID:47901-1743699600-1743705000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Tauranga First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/tauranga-first-thursdays-6/ LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/First-Thursdays.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250403T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250403T190000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250325T222824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T222824Z UID:47826-1743701400-1743706800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-8/ LOCATION:Queens Rooftop\, Level 21/1 Queen Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Nelson-Event-banner-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250408T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250408T120000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20241204T015953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T194353Z UID:45666-1744104600-1744113600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Press Release Writing and Media Pitching: Tips from a former newspaper editor on getting your story into the media DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/press-release-writing-and-media-pitching-tips-from-a-former-newspaper-editor-on-getting-your-story-into-the-media/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/megaphone.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250430T171500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250430T193000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250408T023942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T234723Z UID:48176-1746033300-1746041400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Creative Edge: How to use creativity to power your communications DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-creative-edge-how-to-use-creativity-to-power-your-communications/ LOCATION:Rutherford House\, Victoria University of Wellington\, Pipitea Campus\, 33 Bunny Street\, Wellington\, 6011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/commcreate-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250501T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250501T190000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250423T001605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T001605Z UID:48618-1746120600-1746126000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-9/ LOCATION:Queens Rooftop\, Level 21/1 Queen Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Nelson-Event-banner-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250506T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250507T120000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20241210T022851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T225047Z UID:45633-1746523800-1746619200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Speechwriting Essentials DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/speechwriting-essentials-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PR-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250512T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250515T120000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20241127T031613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T050529Z UID:45619-1747042200-1747310400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Sold Out: Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/public-relations-strategy-and-evaluation-5/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-Strategy-and-Evaluation-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250520T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250527T123000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250224T013036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T012424Z UID:47084-1747733400-1748349000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories Well DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/telling-our-stories-well-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PRINZ-Gala-Dinner-Event-Cover-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250527T190000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250527T223000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250403T222632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T230953Z UID:48066-1748372400-1748385000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Fellows and Life Members Annual Dinner DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/fellows-and-life-members-annual-dinner/ LOCATION:The Bridgman\, 234 Dominion Road\, Auckland\, 1024\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-banners-24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250603T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250603T160000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250508T023541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T024654Z UID:49008-1748943000-1748966400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:CCC Professional Development Day DESCRIPTION:Content is protected. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ccc-professional-development-day/ LOCATION:Christchurch City Council END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250604T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250604T090000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250518T220344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T213145Z UID:49310-1749022200-1749027600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Taking an evidence-based approach to changing attitudes and behaviours DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/taking-an-evidence-based-approach-to-changing-attitudes-and-behaviours/ LOCATION:Beyond Recruitment\, Level 10\, Perpetual Guardian House\, 99 Customhouse Quay\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2025-banners-28.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250605T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250605T120000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20241220T030723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T001846Z UID:45940-1749115800-1749124800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Hands On with AI DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hands-on-with-ai/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/PRKH-Hands-on-White-Phone-e1742172373898.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250605T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250605T183000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250523T062559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T062633Z UID:49478-1749142800-1749148200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Tauranga First Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/tauranga-first-thursdays-7/ LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/First-Thursdays.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250609T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250612T120000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250414T025435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T014858Z UID:48325-1749461400-1749729600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/public-relations-strategy-and-evaluation-6/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-Strategy-and-Evaluation-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250610T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250610T124500 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20241204T021650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T045924Z UID:45664-1749547800-1749559500@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Sub-editing and Proofreading: Key writing and editing tips to make your copy sing DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/sub-editing-and-proofreading-key-writing-and-editing-tips-to-make-your-copy-sing/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/edit-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250612T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250612T203000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250513T220228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T022204Z UID:48626-1749751200-1749760200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Media Leaders’ Briefing: The Future of New Zealand News DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/media-leaders-briefing-the-future-of-new-zealand-news/ LOCATION:Foodstuffs Landing Drive\, 35 Landing Drive\, Auckland\, 2022 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2025-banners-27.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250617T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250624T120000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250317T010005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T214118Z UID:47575-1750152600-1750766400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Data-Driven Storytelling DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/data-driven-storytelling-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/data-driven-storytelling.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250715T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250715T083000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250617T040445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T223203Z UID:49974-1752564600-1752568200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Internal Communicators Breakfast Mixer at Gallagher DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/waikato-internal-communicators-breakfast-mixer-at-gallagher/ LOCATION:Joe’s Place Cafe at Gallagher\, 181 Kahikatea Drive\, Melville\, Hamilton\, 3206 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Waikato-Internal-Communicators-Breakfast-Mixer-e1750133207941.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250716T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250716T183000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250613T020914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T044139Z UID:49837-1752683400-1752690600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Cocktail Function for Margalit Toledano DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/cocktail-function-for-margalit-toledano/ LOCATION:Nancy Caiger Gallery\, Meteor Theatre\, 1 Victoria St\, Hamilton\, 3204 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-banners-30.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250716T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250716T180000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250606T044217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T020042Z UID:49733-1752685200-1752688800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Wellington Event - AI in Communications: Maximising Benefits\, Navigating Challenges DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ai-in-communications-maximising-benefits-navigating-challenges/ LOCATION:Wellington Club\, Wellington Club Building Level 4/88 The Terrace\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ai-transforming-pr-with-media-monitoring-predictive-analytics-and-enhanced-personalised-communication.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250716T190000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250716T223000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250615T214357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250615T214357Z UID:49826-1752692400-1752705000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Retirement Dinner in Honour of Margalit Toledano DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/retirement-dinner-in-honour-of-margalit-toledano/ LOCATION:Gothenburg Restaurant\, ANZ Centre\, 17 Grantham St\, Hamilton\, 3204 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-banners-31.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250717T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250717T193000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250614T013141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T013909Z UID:49906-1752773400-1752780600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Christchurch Event: Winter Networking Drinks with Podcaster Andy Rowe DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/winter-networking-drinks-with-podcaster-andy-rowe/ LOCATION:Ramble Bar at Drifter Hotel\, 96 Lichfield Street\, Christchurch\, 8011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-banners-32.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250729T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250729T124500 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250410T235059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T234151Z UID:47916-1753781400-1753793100@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Press Release Writing and Media Pitching: Tips from a former newspaper editor on getting your story into the media DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/press-release-writing-and-media-pitching-tips-from-a-former-newspaper-editor-on-getting-your-story-into-the-media-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/megaphone.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250730T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250730T193000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250619T024826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T224305Z UID:50045-1753894800-1753903800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Event- He Ara Whakamua: Pathways in Comms DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/waikato-event-careers-in-communications-from-first-jobs-to-future-leaders/ LOCATION:University of Waikato – Waikato Management School\, Room MSB 1.36\, Hillcrest Road\, Hamilton\, 3216\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2025-banners-35.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250731T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250731T190000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250625T012932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T025907Z UID:49972-1753983000-1753988400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Crisis Communications and Spillover Effects DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/crisis-communications-and-spillover-effects/ LOCATION:AUT WZ100\, Auckland University of Technology\, 55 Wellesley Street East\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/filters_quality80.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250805T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250805T210000 DTSTAMP:20260902T044545 CREATED:20250619T014124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T214449Z UID:50012-1754415000-1754427600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland First Tuesdays Pub Quiz DESCRIPTION:Friday 29th November 2024 - 8:30am-10:30am \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview Human Focus Consulting: Introduction to Mastering Tough Conversations and Effective Feedback In this immersive workshop for leaders and professionals\, we’ll dive into the essentials of having tough conversations and providing effective feedback. Learn why these skills matter\, common challenges\, and practical techniques to improve your communication and leadership skills and foster positive relationships. On either side of this one-hour workshop\, there will be an opportunity to mingle\, have a tea/coffee and ask some post-session questions.  Key Learning Objectives: Understand the importance of tough conversations and effective feedback in professional settings.Identify common challenges and barriers in having tough conversations.Learn a simple framework and practical techniques for delivering feedback that is clear\, specific\, and actionable.Practice giving and receiving feedbackCreate a plan for incorporating these skills into your daily work and interactions.Workshop Modules: Welcome and Overview Introduction to the workshop and facilitatorTough Conversations: Why We Don’t Like Them and Why They Matter Exploring common fears and anxieties associated with tough conversationsUnderstanding the benefits of having difficult conversationsWhat is Effective Feedback and Why Is It Important? Defining effective feedback and its characteristicsThe role of feedback in personal and professional developmentThe impact of feedback on team performance and organisational successThree Types of Feedback The Effective Feedback Model/Tool Introducing a structured approach to delivering feedbackActivity: Giving Feedback to a Team Member/Client A brief role-playing scenario to practice delivering feedback in different contextsMoving Forward: Planning How to Incorporate Learnings Developing a personal action plan to apply the workshop contentDiscussion of key takeaways and challenges / thoughts / questionsWrap Up and Close Please note that participants should come prepared with a notebook and pen to take notes with. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your presenter is..Frances Bearne\, Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting  Frances has built a career based on her passion for building high-performing\, constructive\, diverse\, and inclusive cultures through the coaching and development of people. With over 20 years’ experience working in house at some of NZ’s leading organisations including Freightways\, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare and the Financial Markets Authority\, then as Founder and Director of Human Focus Consulting – Frances has transformed numerous organisations’ leadership teams and people programmes across a range of industries\, including freight and logistics\, engineering\, finance\, government\, professional services\, technology and research and development.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Frances applies a fresh and human approach towards coaching. She thrives on creating value for businesses and people through a transparent\, honest\, and values-led approach. Her down-to-earth\, authentic\, and empathetic style means she also has the unique ability to connect and influence across all levels of a company – from CEOs and senior leaders through to all other roles. Frances is an internationally certified coach (International Coaching Community – ICC)\, an ICC trained Team coach\, conflict management coach (Australian and New Zealand Resolution Institute) and is accredited in Hogan Assessment Systems and other psychometric and people tools. Using her in-depth experience and coaching expertise\, Frances’ coaching focus is on working with clients and teams in a trusting and confidential environment\, helping them become the best leaders and teams they can be\, inside and outside of work. Working with high potential and emerging leaders through to senior leaders\, CEOs\, and business owners\, she is a specialist in executive coaching\, leadership development\, high performance team coaching\, talent management and career coaching\, focusing on helping leaders\, teams and individuals find and clarify their purpose and make long-lasting change. LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Website |           URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-tuesdays-pub-quiz/ LOCATION:Birdcage Tavern: 133 Franklin Road\, Freemans Bay\, Auckland\, 1011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/PRINZ-Auckland-Pub-Quiz.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR