"Her coaching model is simple to follow and implement. Her approach and style is very 'down to earth' and practical. I am very pleased with the results."

-A. Herman, CDI College

COMPANY PROFILE
Our Philosophy

We give people tools and skills to increase effectiveness and reduce interpersonal conflict by:
  • using reliable assessments to increase awareness of self and others
  • facilitating group discussion of personal strengths and weaknesses
  • offering personalized, on-going follow-up
Team productivity increases when individuals understand their personal work style and the styles their team members use. Understanding work styles forms the basis for:
  • identifying personal strengths and weaknesses
  • developing the skills and techniques needed to work together successfully
  • clearing up misinterpretations of other work styles
  • valuing the strengths of each work style
By improving working relationships and understanding each other, Shorwood workshops help team members return to work energized, appreciated and motivated to succeed.


Meet Our President, Rosslynn Shortt, M.A.Sc.

  • MA Applied Science (Psychology), University of Waterloo
  • BA Wilfrid Laurier University
  • Mediation Training, University of Toronto

    An acclaimed public speaker, motivational coach and careful listener, Rosslynn's skills and personality emerge as she builds relationships with workshop participants. Her academic background in mediation training and applied psychology provide her with the theoretical knowledge required to identify and assess behaviour styles. She provides feedback in positive ways; resulting in maximized potential and productivity.

    "I'm convinced that identifying your team's values and behaviour is the first step to growing your business and dramatically improving the team's performance in the workplace. Discovering and balancing behavioural strengths is what building teams that work...together is all about!" -Rosslynn Shortt