Ken Keis, Ph.D.

Ken Keis, Ph.D.

Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
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  • Do You Dare To Dream?

    Do You Dare To Dream?

    Today, I want to encourage you to have fun by expanding your dreams (as in your wishes and desires, not what happensā€¦

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  • Your Mistakes: Gift or Burden?

    Your Mistakes: Gift or Burden?

    Do you see your mistakes as a gift or a burden? Show me someone who says he or she has rarely made a mistake and Iā€™llā€¦

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  • The Power of Your Thoughts

    The Power of Your Thoughts

    Thought: The process of thinking, serious consideration, reasoning power, opinion and belief. What are your thoughtsā€¦

  • Do You Worry About What Other People Are Thinking of You?

    Do You Worry About What Other People Are Thinking of You?

    Worry: To afflict with mental distress or agitation; make anxious; to move, proceed, or progress by unceasing orā€¦

  • If I Wanted Your Opinion, I Would Have Asked for It!

    If I Wanted Your Opinion, I Would Have Asked for It!

    What would your life or business look like if you changed it to fit everyoneĀ“s (in many cases unsolicited) opinions?ā€¦

  • If You Canā€™t Sell, You Canā€™t Succeed

    If You Canā€™t Sell, You Canā€™t Succeed

    Mention selling or sales to the majority of individuals and death seems a more attractive option. The ability toā€¦

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Experience

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    Vancouver, Canada Area

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    Global Business Reach

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    Abbotsford, BC

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    North America

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    Toronto, Canada Area

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    Vancouver, Canada Area

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    British Columbia, Canada

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    Abbotsford, BC Canada

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    Vancouver, Canada Area

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    British Columbia, Canada

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    British Columbia, Canada

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    British Columbia, Canada

Education

  • Mount Rushmore University

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Volunteer Experience

  • Abbotsford International Airshow Graphic

    Volunteer

    Abbotsford International Airshow

    - Present 49 years

    I have helped out in various roles (food booth, First Aid, parking, show setup) for several different organizations Abbotsford 4-H, Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce, Abbotsford Flying Club, St. John's Ambulance and Canadian Air Cadets 861 Silver Fox.

  • Member

    Chariots of Light Christian Bikers Ministry

    - Present 8 years 7 months

    Ministry. Relationships. Fellowship. Camaraderie. We are A MINISTRY making a difference, not a club.
    The Chariots of Light Christian Bikers are an evangelistic outreach, making a difference and living the life of freedom that we have in Christ. Enjoy the fellowship of Christians committed to the Lord and to one another, and having fun helping others to enjoy the ride of their lives as we invade every manā€™s world, bringing the message of victory with the faith that overcomes every adversary.

  • Director & MC

    MSA Pioneer Association

    - Present 6 years 8 months

    Social Services

    For 86 years the MSA Pioneer Association has acknowledged the efforts of community members who have made a difference in the MSA area. (Matsqui, Sumas and Abbotsford). In addition to publishing books we host an annual banquet and awards night where individuals are inducted or awarded for the contributions. In addition to being a Director I have had the honor of being the event MC since 2018.

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    Advisory Board Member (HR Skills & Education Research) with HR.com

    HR.com

    - Present 3 years 8 months

    Honored to be asked to serve on this advisory board to help drive the industry direction, thought leadership and best practices through primary research, and to help advance the competencies and skills of HR professionals.

    Never has HR been more important to help with the development of human capital and contribute to creating environments so individuals may not only know their purpose but realize their full potential.

    #hrresearchinstitute #HR #kenkeis #crgleader #hrsuccess

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    Board Member

    Illuminate Northwest

    - 1 year 3 months

    Pleasured to be asked to serve on this board.

    We are a network of Christian Business Leaders who want to see our community transformed by the power of Christ Jesus. We want our businesses to honor God and serve people NOW, while leaving a legacy of transformation.

    Vision
    Our business community visibly transformed through Christ, one leader at a time.

    Mission
    To equip, disciple, and encourage marketplace leaders to conduct their personal and working lives in aā€¦

    Pleasured to be asked to serve on this board.

    We are a network of Christian Business Leaders who want to see our community transformed by the power of Christ Jesus. We want our businesses to honor God and serve people NOW, while leaving a legacy of transformation.

    Vision
    Our business community visibly transformed through Christ, one leader at a time.

    Mission
    To equip, disciple, and encourage marketplace leaders to conduct their personal and working lives in a Christ-like manner.

    Who We Are
    A network of marketplace leaders who strive to embrace Christ-like values and principles in every aspect of our lives and who seek to transform the business community through Christ.

    #faith #businessprinciples #community

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    Manager Tennis Equipment and Venues

    BC 55+ Games

    - 7 months

    Health

    The BC 55+ Games are an annual athletic event which moves and changes locations each year. Our city Abbotsford was the host for the 2023 Games. I was asked to lead the Tennis Equipment and Venues Prep and Operations. With over 150 matches and 12 courts this is a significant undertaking for the entire committee. It was a pleasure to serve and support the community is this role.

  • Chair and Director of Board

    Valley Christian School Society

    - 6 years

    I started as Director of the Society, and completed my last three years as Chair. I worked on a team that moved and re-established the school to a new location. The school expanded and grew 100% in the first three years after the move.

  • President & Member

    AM Toastmasters Club

    - 3 years

    I participated as a Toastmaster Member achieving CTM designation. I competed in several speaking competitions, finishing in the top three in many of the events. Lead club for two years as President.

  • Vice-President & Director

    BC Holstein Association

    - 3 years

    Responsible for provincial membership and association activities reporting to the national association and the local clubs. Event management, promotion, standards and vision-casting were all part of the role.

  • President & Director

    Central Fraser Valley Holstien Club

    - 3 years

    Youngest President in the history of the association at 22. Doubled membership, club activities and attendance at our annual awards night in just two years.

  • Commissioner

    Abbotsford Youth Commission

    - 3 years

    Appointed by the Mayor of Abbotsford to be on the first board of the Abbotsford Youth Commission. The Abbotsford Youth Commission exists to identify, promote, improve, increase and provide services and programs for youth in Abbotsford. Established and set policy and programs to help our local youth.

  • Director & Committee Chair

    Central Fraser Valley Fair Association

    - 8 years

    Annual fair. Responsible for event planning and successful operations of segments of this major community event.

Publications

  • Secrets of Next Level Entrepreneurs - 11 Powerful Lessons to Thrive in Business and Lead a Balanced Life

    Wiley

    Create a profitable, sustainable business while improving yourself and your community

    In Secrets of Next Level Entrepreneurs: 11 Powerful Lessons To Thrive in Business and Lead a Balanced Life, business strategist Alex Brueckmann presents a collection of practical and insightful resources that walk you through how to grow a profitable business while maintaining a healthy and fulfilling life. Youā€™ll learn to run your company while, at the same time, contributing to and improving aā€¦

    Create a profitable, sustainable business while improving yourself and your community

    In Secrets of Next Level Entrepreneurs: 11 Powerful Lessons To Thrive in Business and Lead a Balanced Life, business strategist Alex Brueckmann presents a collection of practical and insightful resources that walk you through how to grow a profitable business while maintaining a healthy and fulfilling life. Youā€™ll learn to run your company while, at the same time, contributing to and improving a community and world we all want to live in.

    In the book, industry leaders offer hyper-specific and actionable advice about issues that dominate the thoughts of every business leader and owner at one point or another, from how to implement environmentally and socially sustainable practices to building high-performance workplace cultures and setting optimal pricing strategies in environments of high inflation.

    Youā€™ll also find:

    Frequently overlooked perspectives and unfamiliar topics that hold huge value for courageous readers with open minds
    Strategies for prioritizing self-care while running your business, ensuring you donā€™t neglect yourself while youā€™re taking care of everyone else
    A philosophy that emphasizes the creation of sustainable, profitable businesses that contribute to the health of their founders, employees, stakeholders, and communities
    A singular and powerful collection of resources for entrepreneurs, founders, managers, executives, board members, and other business leaders, Secrets of Next Level Entrepreneurs will also earn a place on the bookshelves of coaches, consultants, and other professionals who serve business leaders.

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  • Why Aren't You More Like Me? Discover the Secrets to Understanding Yourself and Others

    CRG Publishing

    Third Edition - Released 2020

    Improve Your Relationships and Increase Your Success!

    This book provides a road map for knowing yourself better and for understanding others! Each person has a distinct Personal Style. Awareness of it will increase your success in life by over 80%!

    ā€¢ Discover why certain individuals irritate youā€”and what to do about it.
    ā€¢ Learn to better understand and appreciate yourself and the people around you.
    ā€¢ Instantly identify othersā€™ā€¦

    Third Edition - Released 2020

    Improve Your Relationships and Increase Your Success!

    This book provides a road map for knowing yourself better and for understanding others! Each person has a distinct Personal Style. Awareness of it will increase your success in life by over 80%!

    ā€¢ Discover why certain individuals irritate youā€”and what to do about it.
    ā€¢ Learn to better understand and appreciate yourself and the people around you.
    ā€¢ Instantly identify othersā€™ Personal Style to increase team compatibility and leadership effectiveness.
    ā€¢ Stop feeling offended and emotionally hooked.
    ā€¢ Select the right job style for yourselfā€”every time.
    ā€¢ Understand, coach, and encourage the style preferences of your partner, your children, family, friends, co-workers, and others.
    ā€¢ Live your life based on your personal core values.
    ā€¢ Determine how to make better decisions and to act intentionally to improve your life!

    "Ken Keis has written the definitive go-to guide for understanding what makes youā€”and people around youā€”tick. Why Arenā€™t You More Like Me? is a fascinating read, because itā€™s all about you! This book will change the way you think about yourself and your world."ā€‹

    Ken Blanchard, coauthor of The One Minute ManagerĀ® and Lead with LUV

    "The first question followers want leaders to answer is ā€œWho are you?ā€ They want to know what you care about and why they ought to follow you. Youā€™ll be able to address those questions and more when you read Ken Keisā€™s new book Why Arenā€™t You More Like Me? It is a refreshingly clear, comprehensive, and practical guide to discovering your Personal Style, what motivates you, and how to adapt to situations and the styles of others.

    If you want to improve your personal effectivenessā€”in a way that is genuine and credibleā€”this book is a great place to start! "

    Jim Kouzes, award-winning co-author of the bestseller, The Leadership Challenge

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    • with Everett Robinson
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  • The Quest For Purpose: A Self-Discovery Process To Find It And Live It!

    CRG Publishing

    Less than 10% of the population believes they are living a fulfilling life On Purpose! That means there is a 9 out of 10 chance that you are one of these unfulfilled individuals - would you like to change that? The Quest For Purpose is a road map for helping individuals live a life full of meaning, significance, and purpose.

    We now have a full online course that supports in implementation of the all the steps in the book. Please go to www.crgleader.com under the CRG Learning Academy toā€¦

    Less than 10% of the population believes they are living a fulfilling life On Purpose! That means there is a 9 out of 10 chance that you are one of these unfulfilled individuals - would you like to change that? The Quest For Purpose is a road map for helping individuals live a life full of meaning, significance, and purpose.

    We now have a full online course that supports in implementation of the all the steps in the book. Please go to www.crgleader.com under the CRG Learning Academy to learn more.

    #purpose #success #career #fulfillment #leadership #secretsofsuccess #engagement

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  • Deliberate Leadership - Creating Success Through Personal Style

    CRG Publishing

    THE LIFE-CHANGING BOOK ON LEADERSHIP!

    The principles and strategies in "Deliberate Leadership"ā€‹ apply to everyone who wants to lead self and others more effectivelyā€”whether you are a CEO of a Fortune 500 company, a Law Enforcement or Military Officer, a Small Business Owner, University Dean, Volunteer Leader, Pastor, Shift Supervisor, Manager, Student, or Parent.

    Some of the Vital Knowledge You Will Gain
    ā€¢ The impact and the implications of your leadership style
    ā€¢ The 2 mainā€¦

    THE LIFE-CHANGING BOOK ON LEADERSHIP!

    The principles and strategies in "Deliberate Leadership"ā€‹ apply to everyone who wants to lead self and others more effectivelyā€”whether you are a CEO of a Fortune 500 company, a Law Enforcement or Military Officer, a Small Business Owner, University Dean, Volunteer Leader, Pastor, Shift Supervisor, Manager, Student, or Parent.

    Some of the Vital Knowledge You Will Gain
    ā€¢ The impact and the implications of your leadership style
    ā€¢ The 2 main reasons leaders fail
    ā€¢ The 3 skills every leader must have to succeed
    ā€¢ How to influence and inspire others intentionally
    ā€¢ How to immediately increase employee engagement
    ā€¢ New definitions of Extroversion and Introversionā€”why others have it wrong!
    ā€¢ Why playing to your strengths is essential
    ā€¢ A system to optimize team and organizational performance

    "Keis and Javidi articulate a new and fascinating framework for achieving greater results as a leader. All professionals who are striving to find or re-find their footing at work will benefit from the key principles and thought-provoking exercises posed in this powerful, interactive book!"

    - Marshall Goldsmith
    Author, New York Times Bestseller, What Got You Here Wonā€™t Get You There

    Authors Ken Keis, Ph.D., and Mitch Javidi, Ph.D., together have over 50 years of experience in leadership and personal, professional, and organizational development. They have put all their wisdom into Deliberate Leadership to help transform individuals to become purposeful, intentional, authentic, and inspiring leaders. The practical knowledge in this book will not only enhance your leadership of others, it will enrich your own self-management and self-mastery.

    Other authors
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Courses

  • Dying To Live - Breakthrough Stress Reduction and Wellness Strategies eCourse

    www.crgleader.com

  • Personal Style Indicator Trainer Certification eCourse

    www.crgleader.com

  • The Quest For Purpose Ecourse

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  • What Do You Really Value? eCourse

    www.crgleader.com

  • Why Aren't You More Like Me? Ecourse

    www.crgleader.com

Honors & Awards

  • Winner Business Service Award - Business Excellence Awards

    Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce

    CRG was acknowledge as the number one professional service provider in our community. It was note by the judges that our high level of customer service,m innovation and global impact (30 countries) were key elements to CRG winning this award.

  • Awarded Top Six Certification (Train-The-Trainer) Program Globally by Lead 2016

    HR.Com Lead 2016 Awards

    CRG's Assessment Systems Certification Workshop has been acknowledged as one of the top six train-the-trainer programs globally at the 2016 Lead Awards. In this 3 day workshop CRG trains professional developers from the learning, HR, training, coaching, consulting, consulting, change, personal development and speaking disciplines (both internal and external to organizations) on how CRG's holistic assessment systems (from leadership, personality, sales to wellness) accelerate change, performanceā€¦

    CRG's Assessment Systems Certification Workshop has been acknowledged as one of the top six train-the-trainer programs globally at the 2016 Lead Awards. In this 3 day workshop CRG trains professional developers from the learning, HR, training, coaching, consulting, consulting, change, personal development and speaking disciplines (both internal and external to organizations) on how CRG's holistic assessment systems (from leadership, personality, sales to wellness) accelerate change, performance and increase their results. Attendees also learn the design advantages of our personality assessments compared to others in the marketplace and why 80% will switch to our Personal Style Indicator once they learn about the differences. We also thank Lead 2016 and HR.Com for their efforts to acknowledge the leaders in the professional development field from around the globe.

  • Top Three Lead 500 Award - International Provider Leadership Development

    HR.Com

    CRG was selected as one of the Top Three providers of leadership development internationally as selected by HR.com Leader 500 Awards. CRG was selected over hundreds of other applicants such as Disney University, Kenneth Blanchard Training and the University Of British Columbia.

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