Sawatzky & Associate Management (SAM) Coaching

We are living in an economy where a traditional view of work is being challenged. No longer can we assume that work will happen within the walls of an office space; rather, terms like ‘location independent’, ‘office not required’, or ‘hybrid teams’ have become part of our business language. While this is all positive, what does it mean for those working or leading in a remote context?  

At SAM Coaching/Consulting, our committment is to work collaboratively with individuals, teams, or organizations as they endeavour to create workplaces where people are respected, have the opportunity to grow, and work from their areas of strengths. 

Recommendation from former client Zurino Ostroman:
“Roberta has got ‘the knack’. Period. She so loves people, that she naturally puts you at ease because you feel she is there for you. Not to mention the fact that every time I sit down with Roberta, there is one big ‘ah hah moment’. It’s uncanny. It’s not just a good idea, or something worthwhile to work on. It’s a real big hairy audacious ‘ah hah moment’. And she really knows how to pull it out of me, how to ask the right questions for the situation, which constantly changes. Plus, she actually listens to what you have to say, and from her incredible depth of knowledge and experience, responds in your best interest, not hers. (That should go without saying, shouldn’t it? In Roberta’s case, it does.)

The thing I most respect about Roberta is the fact that she is genuine. And humble. I’ve seen first hand the ease with which she gets along with people from all backgrounds and age groups. She cares, and loves to help. And it shows from the first moment you meet her. We should all be so fortunate to have such a coach.’

Primary Coach/Consultant

Okanagan College

I thoroughly enjoy instructing in both on-line and face to face classes in the areas of Human Resources and Management. Topics I teach include: Leadership, Training & Development, Recruiting & Selection, Non-Profit Management, Organizational Behaviour, HR Management, Management Principles, Entrepreneurship, Small Business Management,Learner Centred Instruction.

Professor, Okanagan School of Business

Working in Continuing Education coordinating the Employment Skills Access Program.

Program Co-Ordinator, Employment Skills Access Program

Workplaceless

We help companies experiencing pain points of remote work transitions through scalable, personalized training programs that increase team productivity and employee engagement.

SME for Workplaceless

Right Management

Involved doing contract work for Right in the Okanagan Valley.

Consultant

Involved in developing curriculum as well as facilitating courses for Continuing Studies at varous OC campuses.

Curriculum Developer for 'Learner Centred Organizations'

CBD Network Inc.

Coming along side skilled and professional unemployed individuals to train and support them in their job search.

Career Coach & Facilitator

The Leadership Centre Willow Creek Canada

Responsible for researching and development training materials for leaders in church settings. Provided in-house professional development as well as presenting at conferences across Canada.

Recommendation:
"Roberta served as the Resource Manager at TLCWCC at a time when our ministry was in an ever changing environment. Roberta took the challenge of either finding or creating the right tools that would support thousands of leaders and hundreds of churches across Canada. Roberta is a strong leader and will stand up for what is right and will do what is needed to get the job done. 

Gregg Cochrane"

Manager of Resources & Product Development

Summit Career College

Responsible for Hiring and on-going development of instructors, and the selection/application process for students. Developed curriculum, instructed in various disciplines, and participated in the strategic plan for the college.

Academic Dean/Instructor

Continually curious about many things. Currently focusing on how remote and virtual employees can be set up for success, AND, how to create amazing learning environments that embrace international and domestic students in the college classroom.
By the way, I care passionately about the development of people! 

Activities in this area include:
Remote worker
Professor (HR and Management)
Coach/consultant
Conference speaker
Workshop facilitator
Curriculum developer

Specialties: 
Remote/virtual work
Strengths based development
Appreciative Inquiry approaches
Training and development
Recruitment and selection
Team building

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