The Vargas Group Pattie Vargas, Principal
760-420-8444 www.thevargasgroup.net
www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/pattievargas [email protected]
“Look where you’re going, not where you’ve been.”
Pattie Vargas Professional Speaker
Conferences, Seminars, Keynotes
In 1995, Pattie Vargas encountered a life-changing event that set the course for the rest of her career. What could have resulted in a dead-end, bitter saga of mere survival instead led her on a journey to discover the difference between going under or coming over! As a national seminar presenter and conference speaker, Pattie entertains and energizes audiences on surviving – and thriving! – during change! Experience across a wide array of industries and disciplines have demonstrated that her approach is applicable wherever change is the order of the day. Her practical message and humorous stories, born of the joys and sorrows that can only come from experience, will quickly captivate and engage any audience! Whether the change you are facing is personal, situational or organizational, Pattie invites you on a journey to “What’s Next!” Speaking Topics
The Resilience Factor The universe has a sense of humor all its own – just when we think we have it all figured out – along comes LIFE. What do we do when our circumstances change? Have we developed skills that help us respond rather than react? Do we play the victim card or do we adapt and overcome? Developing the Resilience Factor helps us navigate through change and emerge stronger, healthier and with a renewed sense self-worth. Promo Video
Change is Inevitable … Surviving’s Another Thing Change is simply an altering of the status quo – sounds simple, right? But how we manage ourselves and our teams through change makes all the difference. If we all understand that change is inevitable, why do we resist? Whether your organization is considering a reorganization, system implementation or other potential disruption, developing a strong change management strategy will greatly increase the chance of success. Promo Video
Don't Look Now, Your Strength is Showing: You CAN Change Your Interactions We all possess inherent strengths that come as second nature to us. But without learning how to flex our behavior to adapt to the needs of others, those very strengths can become roadblocks on our way to effective business relationships! Using the DISC Behavioral Assessment, we can understand the root of communication misfires, decrease tension and increase trust, while establishing rapport and credibility!
Extraordinary Teams, Extraordinary Results! Extraordinary Teams can be recognized by their highly functional behaviors as well as their extraordinary results! Does your team have what it takes to move beyond ordinary to EXTRAORDINARY? Learn the five characteristics of an Extraordinary Team and why relationships matter!
About Pattie Vargas Pattie Vargas is a recognized leader in performance and change management with a proven track record in behavioral, organizational and personal change, designing and implementing key strategies to create and sustain a high performing organization. She possesses the balanced blend of business acumen, behavioral competencies and common sense to produce aligned, consistent and repeatable results.
With organizations, Pattie focuses on issues with employee retention, leadership development and team effectiveness, especially during times of transition. She coaches managers and individuals through the twists and turns of change, helping them gain personal perspective and self-management so they can, in turn, better equip their teams
for what lies ahead. Experience across a wide array of industries and disciplines have demonstrated that her methodology and approach is applicable to all situations.
With individuals, she uses the same approach to explore how you can strengthen your personal Resilience Factor. Whether it’s organizational change, professional change or a life change it all affects us personally. Flexibility and adaptability are the key ingredients in increasing your ability to overcome and thrive.
Pattie is a frequent conference speaker on the topics of change management, personal resilience, team dynamics and issues facing women in the workplace, with a delivery that is humorous, practical and backed by years of personal experience, both painful and pleasant! Her collaborative and facilitative style brings about dramatic improvements in workplace and personal performance.
Pattie holds a Masters degree in Organizational Management and a Bachelors degree in Business Management. She is certified in the use of DISC Behavioral assessments and is a certified speaker, coach and trainer with the John Maxwell Company. From her technical days she holds the Project Management
Professional (PMP) certification from Project Management Institute as well as a certification in Total Quality Management and Process Improvement from University of California, San Diego.
Pattie is also passionate about The American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) where she has held many leadership roles including serving on the American Business Women’s Foundation, a Board focused on Gender and Wage Equity.
The Vargas Group
Pattie Vargas, Principal
760-420-8444 www.thevargasgroup.net www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/pattievarg
“Look where you’re going, not where you’ve been.”
The Vargas Group Pattie Vargas, Principal
760-420-8444 www.thevargasgroup.net
www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/pattievargas [email protected]
“Look where you’re going, not where you’ve been.”
The Resilience Factor The Difference Between Victim and Overcomer
For individuals facing personal change and upheaval Also for Faith-Based Groups
Program Description
The universe has a sense of humor all its own – just when we think we have it all figured out – along comes LIFE. What do we do when our circumstances change? Have we developed skills that help us respond rather than react? Do we play the victim card or do we adapt and overcome? Developing the Resilience Factor helps us navigate through change and emerge stronger, healthier and with a renewed sense self-worth.
Resilient People Know Who They Are:
Are your values guiding you? When adversity strikes do you find yourself scrambling to develop a life strategy?
Control Their Surroundings: Have you made a conscious effort to control the thoughts, feelings and actions you take, as well as
the people you allow into your inner circle? Define Their Own Measurement: Has your circumstance changed but you’re still defining success in the same old way? Or – worse
yet – allowing other people to define it?
Learning Objectives
Recognize victim behavior and how to reverse the trend Learn the difference between reacting and responding Develop strategies for controlling your environment Let go of the past and define a new measurement
Value to Participants: Those individuals who develop The Resilience Factor will find greater freedom in
their day-to-day lives as the decision of who to be and what to stand for has been decided. When changes
come, and they always do, Resilient People are able to respond rather than react and turn disruption into
an opportunity for transformation.
The Vargas Group Pattie Vargas, Principal
760-420-8444 www.thevargasgroup.net
www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/pattievargas [email protected]
“Look where you’re going, not where you’ve been.”
Change is Inevitable … Surviving’s Another Thing For anyone who leads teams or direct reports
Program Description
Change is simply an altering of the status quo – sounds simple, right? But how we manage
ourselves and our teams through change makes all the difference. If we all understand that change
is inevitable, why do we resist?
Participants will learn how to avoid the typical pitfalls during change:
The foundational fears that cause us to resist change The difference between Change and Transition The Human Element: From denial to action Why your communication plan is probably not enough Self-management during times of change
Ask Yourself These Questions:
Are you or your organization experiencing a disruption in the status quo? Do you find yourself in an adversarial position with your teams or peers? Are you bombarded with rumors and innuendos? Have you noticed a decrease in morale and performance?
Value to Participants: Whether you personally are in a phase of significant change or your
organization is considering a reorganization, system implementation or other potential disruption,
developing a strong change management strategy will greatly increase the chance of success.
Attendees will learn practical steps to improving communication, managing expectations leading to
stronger team and individual commitment.
The Vargas Group Pattie Vargas, Principal
760-420-8444 www.thevargasgroup.net
www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/pattievargas [email protected]
“Look where you’re going, not where you’ve been.”
Have you ever wondered why it’s so easy to work with some people – you think the same way, you take
the same approach to work, you just click? And then there’s everyone else … Newsflash! We’re not all
the same! We all possess inherent strengths that come as second nature to us. But without learning how
to flex our behavior to adapt to the needs of others, those very strengths can become roadblocks on
our way to effectiveness!
Are you the: Dominant Director: You challenge tradition, act quickly to resolve issues but can be perceived as blunt or critical. Interacting Socializer: Life’s a party! You bring a sense of enthusiasm to everything you do but sometimes fall down in the follow through. Steady Relater: You are the peacemaker, always looking for collaborative solutions but you can delay action by being too inclusive. Cautious Thinker: You demonstrate expertise and have a reputation for being analytical but your mantra might be “never good enough.” Value to participants: In this interactive, lively session, participants learn the importance of self-
management and flexibility as it applies to building influence and leadership capabilities. They will gain
key insights into their own behavioral style as well as learn how to recognize the styles of those they lead
or work with, automatically decreasing tension and increasing trust while establishing rapport and
credibility.
Optional: Participants will receive an invitation to purchase and complete their on-line DISC® assessment,
resulting in a personal 30 page report with specific observations about their style and exercises to improve
their business relationships. Follow-on coaching also available.
Build Better Business Relationships Using the DISC Behavioral Assessment
Online AccessUser-friendly97% Accurate Easy to use: complete in 10 minutes or less Customized, confidential 30 page report Computerized scoring for greater accuracy Includes Personal Action Plan
Meets APA & AERA standards for reliability and accuracy
DISC Strength and Productivity Builder When is your strength a weakness?
The Vargas Group Pattie Vargas, Principal
760-420-8444 www.thevargasgroup.net
www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/pattievargas [email protected]
“Look where you’re going, not where you’ve been.”
Extraordinary Teams, Extraordinary Results!™ For anyone who leads teams
Program Description
In this interactive, lively session, learn the importance of building relationships among the members
of a team. Of all the moving parts of a project (budget, scope, timeline, resource availability, etc) the
one and only thing a manager truly has control over is how well the team members interact with one
another. Too often we focus on the technical aspects of a project, thinking so-called soft-skills are just
a “nice to have” and yet studies confirm that strong interpersonal skills are the new management
core competency.
Participants will learn how to develop the five characteristics of an Extraordinary Team:
Trust: Recognize the identifiers that indicate either high or low trust on your team and learn practical tips for increasing honesty and vulnerability.
Managed Conflict: Plan for conflict, manage it effectively. How we manage conflict indicates the level of trust on our teams. Commitment: A result of clarity and buy-in. Develop the ability to move forward without consensus or certainty. Uncover hidden agendas and other team killers. Outrageous accountability: Learn how to use positive peer pressure and honest conversations to increase accountability to personal and team goals.
Focus on results – the WIN: A lack of focus will be evident in bad team behaviors. Learn how heightened team visibility serves to improve focus.
Ask Yourself These Questions: Do your team members avoid difficult conversations? Do you find yourself constantly refereeing disagreements or clearing up misunderstandings? Do you have difficulty enforcing accountability? Do your team members display commitment to the project goals? Do your team members display a commitment to one another?
Value to Participants: Extraordinary Teams can be recognized by their highly functional behaviors
as well as their extraordinary results! Workshop Participants will leave with new insights relating to
project success and a better understanding of why some projects flounder while others succeed
despite facing the same organizational constraints. The success factors studied are easily applied and
attendees will learn practical steps to developing their own interpersonal skills and those of their team.
Endorsements
Pattie spoke to a group of more than 100 product managers, consultants, and executives for Ryma Technologies Solutions,
challenging us to set higher expectations for our work. She came highly recommended, and lived up to every expectation.
We are very grateful for the level of energy and detailed content she provided. - Val Workman,
Ryma Technology Solutions
Pattie delivers relevant topics and inspirational messages, while maintaining an uncanny ability to weave her personal
experiences into a well resonated, audience related story. She never fails to capture the imagination of the audience; a
dynamic presenter, coach and mentor who would be an effective speaker for any organization for any occasion - TWO
THUMBS UP! - Todd Greenwood, President, Titanium Cobra Solutions
I have engaged Pattie on several occasions during which she has successfully addressed difficult workforce issues relating
to changing individual's work attitudes, lack of interpersonal skills, inappropriate behavior, etc. Pattie’s background and
experience are varied and deep, and she has worked with a number of organizations representing many diverse industries.
Pattie’s training and OD experience, specifically in the technology arena, has served her well; and she is adept at “speaking
the language” that is necessary to turn around
difficult situations. - Diane Richards, Director of
Human Resources, VT Group Integrated Solutions
Pattie Vargas is a gifted facilitator and trainer. Her
unique style is engaging, allowing attendees to
quickly feel at ease and want to participate. Pattie
easily relates and motivates all levels of company
employees from executives to line staff. - Jim
Ponder, President, Turnkey Systems, Inc.
I strongly recommend Pattie Vargas and The Vargas
Group. Pattie is one of the most passionate,
inspiring, and substantive speakers I've ever
observed. Pattie has helped shape and mentor future leaders and I never hesitate to reach out to Pattie for her input and
guidance. - Lorie Burch, Owner, Law Office of Lorie L. Burch, PC
Pattie is a trailblazing leader in soft-skills development for engineering teams. In addition to having technical expertise,
she is a recognized expert in team building and social dynamics. Pattie is a natural speaker, coach and mentor, who clearly
engages her audience to give back and help others thrive. - Jeff Daniel, Sr, Project Manager
Pattie is fabulous! She is not only a strong presenter but offers leading edge strategic consulting and career transition
coaching. Pattie's presentations are engaging, thought provoking and fun. She has an easy-going style that audiences
respond to. Her career transition coaching is on point for supporting business women and men through their transitions.
Highly recommend!! - Amy Dawson, Sr. Program Manager, Pontoon Solutions at Google
Endorsements, Continued
It is without reservation that I whole-heartedly recommend Pattie and The Vargas Group. Pattie is an engaging speaker
and coach; often providing guidance and support through her excellent story-telling. This past July, I experienced my first
Reduction In Force. Pattie helped me remain confident as I figured out what I wanted (and didn’t want) out of my next
career adventure. Over the next few months, Pattie taught me
two crucial lessons - you are the boss of you AND change is
inevitable, so embrace it. Learn from it. And most importantly,
grow. You will be okay. – Sarah Percell, Communications
Specialist, Ross Stories, Inc.
It has been several years since I first wrote a recommendation
for Pattie and the Vargas Group. During the time between then
and now, her company has continued to grow and provide
outstanding service to clients. In particular, Pattie's ability to
bring organizations together and delivery results has been
proven time and time again. Because of her expertise, she
participated at the Women Lead Conference as a panelist to
discuss the generational differences and how to lead a diverse
group. Her contributions to the topic brought a better understanding and
the panel discussion was published in the Huffington Post. A resource like
the Vargas Group is needed to navigate through the changes in
organizations and I highly recommend Pattie and her team. – Linda Amaro,
CEO, Klarinet Solutions. LLC
I highly recommend Pattie Vargas and The Vargas group. Pattie is an
engaging presenter that leverages her experiences to communicate her
message. During her tenure at AMN Healthcare, Pattie trained our IT team
on best practices for project management, software development, team
leadership and conducting productive meetings. I thoroughly enjoyed her
sessions and still implement her recommendations to this day. I am
confident that Pattie will be an asset to any organization. – Megan
Johnston, Sales Operations at AMN Healthcare
The Vargas Group Pattie Vargas, Principal
760-420-8444 www.thevargasgroup.net
www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/pattievargas [email protected]
“Look where you’re going, not where you’ve been.”
