News From The Flight Deck
It has never been a better time than the present to speak of the importance of values. It is during uncertain times like these, with bad news all around, that we need a core system of personal values that guides us through this chaos, helping us to a clear path to confidently make the right decisions.
With times of unpredictable change and turbulence -- a global recession, the demands of the 21st century workplace, multicultural dynamics, leadership for global interdependence and environmental sustainability -- individuals and organizations are realizing the growing need for the type of complementary education that helps the development and understanding of core values. Not only is such education critical to help individuals maximize their potential and become successful in their lives and careers, but it is also essential to ensure future leadership founded in the precept of ethics. LifePilot addresses this need with a philosophy that focuses on five core competencies necessary to succeed in and contribute to today's global economy in a significant and successful way.
Without overstating the obvious, the time is right for LifePilot to spread its message, delivering the workshops to as many student, inmate and veterans groups as needed and as possible. LifePilot, operating in a lean, effective, not-for-profit stance, is poised and ready to grow this initiative. So, we need like-minded partners who will step up to the plate to help us make this happen. Call us at 250-589-6453 to make your own mark on the world!
Our very best wishes for the holiday season and a
values-based happy New Year!
Mike Williamson, CEO LifePilot
mike@lifepilot.org
Peter Thomas and LifePilot Live in Chicago
On November 7th, Peter presented his LifePilot keynote on values-based living and leadership to some 1,600 aspiring student entrepreneurs at the Collegiate Entrepreneurs' Organization (CEO) National Conference in Chicago. This was followed by two consecutive LifePilot "Discovery" break-out sessions, navigated by Martin Park, for several hundred delegates. Thank you Marty for volunteering your time to share your entrepreneurial wisdom and the LifePilot philosophy with CEO! Visit the CEO website...
LifePilot Community Outreach
We've successfully wrapped up another year of LifePilot outreach workshops to university students and inmates of corrections facilities, empowering over 300 individuals with the LifePilot philosophy. The best way to tell the story is to hear from some of the participants directly:
"It was a fantastic empowering experience. Excellent - I can't even tell you!"
UVic student
"There's not a soul I can think of that could not benefit from taking this course - it's impactful, inspiring, and fun!" SFU student
"I would say LifePilot was the best thing that's happened to me this academic year. Colleagues, I urge you to become a pilot of your own flight." UBC student
"I am so thankful for this program – it was a wake-up call. Today I am strong again to restart my life, a better one with better choices.
-Inmate, Perryville State Prison, AZ
Many thanks go to our long-time supporters, Trez Capital, Army & Navy, and the Michael O'Brian Foundation, for making the University Series possible.
News Center
From Serial to Social Entrepreneur
"When Peter Thomas turned his full-time attention from making profits to making a difference for others, he found his entrepreneurial skills and innate, enthusiastic can-do attitude were like gold in getting things done through charitable ventures as well."
Read entire SUCCESS Magazine article...
Seek Advice From People You Trust
"His thirst for guidance and information is typical of many entrepreneurs. When you start a business, you can never know enough."
Read entire Financial Post article...
Todd Thomas Institute for Values-Based Leadership Launched
"Dr. Marilyn Taylor and Captain(N) (ret-d) Mike Williamson to lead Todd Thomas Institute for Values-Based Leadership at Royal Roads University..."
Read press release...
Coming Soon...
Building on its commitment to teaching values-based living and leadership to as many individuals as possible, LifePilot is working on a great new program for 2009: The LifePilot Values Boot Camp! This Camp, targeting mature teens and young adults, will lead individuals through personal focus, visualization, inspiration, and reflection over several days, in a fun, active, outdoors environment. Stay tuned and check our website for more information to come in the new year.
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Inspiration
LifeDiet Recipe Sampler
During the holidays, treat your loved ones to a delicious Roast Turkey Breast with Raspberry Cabernet Sauce.
Click here for recipe...
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At LifePilot we are driven by the premise of social entrepreneurship, to act with passion and commitment as leaders of change, seizing opportunities and inventing new approaches to positively affect the individuals and organizations we teach. With the aim to maximize potential, LifePilot delivers programs that are a catalyst for positive personal change and growth. Our vision is to be a social change leader by teaching individuals a proven system to achieve more successful, meaningful lives. As a not-for-profit organization, we teach simple, tangible tools for values-based living and leadership. This training takes the form of workshops, presentations, books, and web-based solutions. www.lifepilot.org