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Turmoil to Tranquility: Tools for Keeping on Track; Birmingham Bloomfield Families in Action (MI)

Laura Rolands, ADHD Coach — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 18:48:50 +0000

November 14, 2009

8:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m.

$5 for BBFA Members, $20 for others pre-registered, $25 at the door (this is for the whole event, not just our workshop)

Workshop presented as part of BBFA’s Parenting & Wellness Fair at Lahser High School in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The keynote speaker is Dr. Michele Borba, Today Show parenting expert and childcare for kids ages 2-12 is available for $5 per child (advance registration required).

Interactive workshop where participants will learn strategies to overcome challenges related to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). We will explore specific challenges such as academic problems, troublesome household routines and other needs of the participants. You will leave the workshop with an action plan tailored to one of your specific goals.

For registration information, please go to the BBFA’s website.

ADHD Workshops

Laura Rolands, ADHD Coach — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:22:17 +0000

Are you the type of person who likes to learn in a hands-on workshop? Do you want help developing an action plan to help yourself or your child? Check out our events page and our calendar on the right side of the page. You will find a variety of workshops and meetings to learn more about overcoming the challenges that are related to ADHD and ADD. Workshops are currently being held in the Metro Detroit area. Here are a few for your consideration:

August 12, 2009 – Whole Foods Market, Rochester Hills
August 22, 2009 – Woodlawn Church mom’s group, Royal Oak
August 31, 2009 – Somerset Park Apartments, Troy
September 21 & 28, 2009 – Rochester Community House, Rochester

Do you prefer to learn in a webinar from the comfort of your own home? Contact us or leave a comment and we’ll update you when we get one scheduled.

Turmoil to Tranquility – Controlling ADHD; Rochester (MI) Community House

Laura Rolands, ADHD Coach — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 23:27:08 +0000

7 – 8pm

In this interactive two-session workshop on September 21st and 28th, participants will learn strategies to overcome the challenges related to Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). The workshop will equip parents to help children develop academic, social and family solutions. Learn coaching techniques and establish time saving routines. Leave this workshop with an action plan tailored to at least two specific goals. Having two sessions will allow participants to develop an action plan, implement it and refine it before implementing the plan for the long term.

Cost is $20 payable to the Rochester Community House, in Rochester, Michigan. See registration information at the bottom of their class information page. Contact us or leave a comment if you have any questions regarding the workshop or getting registered.

Local Business Relationships Help Small Business

Laura Rolands, ADHD Coach — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 02:41:49 +0000

I had the pleasure to attend a Troy (Michigan) Chamber of Commerce meeting today and received a debrief from the 2009 Mackinac Island Policy Conference. It was great to brainstorm with my fellow members about ways that we can drive positive change in the region. The message that sticks with me is that “they are we”. Meaning, if we want to see change in our local economy, we are in a position to facilitate change through discussions with local politicians, large company business leaders and most importantly for me, other small business owners. We can’t wait for others to do it for us. As an entrepreneur, that makes a lot of sense. As a start, I will be attending local “office hours” with our state senator and representative as often as I can to provide input and ask questions.

If you are a small business, run, don’t walk to your local Chamber of Commerce. They can provide you with business information, networking opportunities and training. If you are in Troy, Michigan, I highly recommend our Troy Chamber of Commerce. It is a valuable organization that helps drive positive business change in our community.

Do you belong to a chamber of commerce? What do you see as the best benefits?

Updated Website

Laura Rolands, ADHD Coach — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 16:47:29 +0000

Welcome to our new integrated website and blog…. the correct name is a blogsite! Take a look around and let us know what you think. As always, contact us if you have any questions about ADHD or Attention Coaching.

Thanks for your interest in LSR Coaching and Consulting, LLC!

Tools for Managing Time; Better Business Bureau; Southfield, MI

Laura Rolands, ADHD Coach — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 21:04:08 +0000

Flyer: Time Management at the Better Business Bureau

Better Business Bureau Business Card Exchange

Thursday, October 15

8-9:30 a.m. FREE

Eastern Michigan Better Business Bureau office (NEW LOCATION: at 26777 Central Park, Suite 100 – Southfield, MI 48076)

Do you have trouble managing your time at home or at work?
Do you need more hours in the day?
Do your employees miss deadlines or assignments due to disorganization?

I will explore these topics as a part of my interactive workshop.

Participants will learn strategies and develop solutions to overcome these and other related challenges. Each person will leave the workshop with the knowledge to develop an action plan tailored to one of their specific goals.

Local business owners, managers and employees are welcome to attend this session. Light refreshments and networking opportunities are available.

Attend a mini-workshop on June 9, 2009

Laura Rolands, ADHD Coach — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 08:00:12 +0000

I will present time management tools Tuesday, June 9, 2009, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., at the Troy Optimist Club meeting held at Bailey’s Pub & Grille (1965 West Maple Road, Troy, MI).

Do you have trouble managing your time at home or at work?
Do you need more hours in the day?
Do your employees miss deadlines or assignments due to disorganization?

Laura will explore these topics as a part of her interactive program and participants will learn strategies and develop solutions to overcome these and other related challenges. Each person will leave the workshop with the knowledge to develop an action plan tailored to one of their specific goals. Cost for lunch is $10. Please RSVP to Ann at ann91251@yahoo.com if you are interested in attending.

This mini-workshop will be a brief preview of my coaching services. If you would like to attend a more in-depth workshop, I would encourage you to attend the Better Business Bureau meeting on June 18, 2009. Details coming soon!

Do you belong to a group that would benefit from a presentation, mini-workshop, workshop or class?

Crain's Detroit Business features LSR Coaching and Consulting, LLC!

Laura Rolands, ADHD Coach — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 20:50:41 +0000

I was very excited recently to be interviewed by Chad Halcom of Crain’s Detroit Business regarding the education I obtained to make the transition from automotive HR executive to Attention and AD/HD Coach. The article was posted this week in Crain’s special supplement regarding the Mackinac Policy Conference. The link is provided below. Although you have to register in order to see the whole article, I can tell you that my favorite quote is, “Doing what you love doesn’t feel like work, Laura Rolands said of her new career path.” This is so very true. If any of you are considering a career change, I strongly recommend you hire a career coach.

Here is the link to the article: Making the most of training opportunities, ex-Chrysler manager now helps those coping with ADHD. Halcom states, “Doing what you love doesn’t feel like work, Laura Rolands said of her new career path except, perhaps, when you self-promote. Rolands, 39, took a buyout package and left her job Nov…”

Registration is free for a 4-week trial.

Let me know what you think about the article and if you have any questions.

Thanks!

What is attention-related coaching?

Laura Rolands, ADHD Coach — Sat, 30 May 2009 03:12:22 +0000

Attention-Related Coaching is a process of partnering with adults, teens or children who experience attention-related challenges in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires clients to establish clear goals and maximize the potential to reach those goals.

Attention-related challenges include:

Social issues due to impulsivity
Hyperactivity
Late or missed tasks
Time management challenges
Project management struggles
AD/HD or ADD

At each stage of the process, client needs are be addressed by coaching sessions, brief check-in sessions and e-mail correspondence. Coaching sessions and check-in sessions are typically done over the phone.

Contact LSR Coaching and Consulting, LLC to schedule a complimentary session and learn how coaching can help you or your child!

What other questions do you have about attention-related coaching? Enter them in the comments section and we’ll cover your questions in a future post.

Launching New Careers

Laura Rolands, ADHD Coach — Wed, 20 May 2009 16:32:29 +0000

Many colleagues and friends have recently asked me how I made the transition from being an HR professional in the automotive industry to becoming an Attention Coach who specializes in helping people overcome challenges related to ADD, AD/HD or other attention-related challenges. A key factor was to identify my mission, interests and strengths. My mission is to support, lead and inspire independence and success for people who have either been diagnosed with ADD or AD/HD or who are facing other attention-related challenges.

I identified these key factors with coaching, support and encouragement from Career Coach Maggie Mistal. Maggie recently asked me to write a guest post on her blog to describe more about my experience and share my advice for others in a similar situation. Please visit my guest post on Maggie’s blog which is scheduled to be published later today.

Have you faced and addressed challenges and transitions in your career? Please share your success stories here. Have you hired a coach or utilized other supporters in your life to help you rise to the challenge? What would YOU recommend to others?

Thank you for your interest in My Attention Coach! Be sure to visit our website for more information.