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Principle - Transformation Agent

PnG Ventures Inc

Co-owner - Construction

PnG Builders

Artist - Original paintings

Closet Art Studio

Degrees (1)

BSc Computer Science

University Of Calgary

1996 to 2002

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Gurjit has gained valuable lessons from growing up surrounded by entrepreneurs, finding herself as the only woman in computer science lecture theatres, being the only person of color in most corporate meetings, and starting businesses in construction, fitness, speaking, coaching, fine arts… and counting!

Whether it's about building fluidity and inquisitiveness into your life, navigating the unpredictable behaviors of those in your circle of influence, or finding the powerful lesson behind every "adversity" that you think defines you, she offers some interesting and unconventional perspectives.

Further, Gurjit incorporates the power of art therapy into events by featuring her original paintings as a transformational element of learning. Visual art fosters a creative environment that opens the minds eye in a unique way, adding an impactful dimension to key emotional intelligence takeaways. Let’s go!

Artist Bio

Born in Bedford, England, Gurjit moved with her family at the age of 13 to Calgary, Canada amidst the majestic Rocky Mountains. Here, and through her love of travel and adventure, Gurjit found inspiration that continually shaped her artistic journey.

While pursuing her BSc. Computer Science, Gurjit discovered her passion for art through university art electives. It became her haven, a creative escape from the world of debugging code. This blossomed into something more profound as she navigated the twists and turns of life. Through painting, Gurjit found solace, peace, and a sanctuary to express her thoughts, emotions, and cherished moments with her family that she wanted to forever hold dear. It turned into her meditative practice with each brushstroke a journal of her trials, tribulations, joys, and the beauty in the world around her.

Art evokes emotions, spark conversations, and creates a sense of connection in a world that sometimes feels disconnected. Art has the power to inspire, heal, and ignite the imagination. Go ahead, open your mind’s eye to the magic of authentic, original art.

“I hope my art brings you as much joy and self-reflection as it's gifted me in creating it" - Gurjit.

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Inquisitive Minds Win

Choose to be a fluid thinker and embrace an inquisitive, growth-based mindset. This will help to build trust in a world that is seemingly much more sensitive than it used to be! Inquiry, understanding, self-awareness and growth are four key aspects we'll cover to illustrate how great minds think alike... but Inquisitive Minds Win.
Self-awareness is key to leadership. This session provides insights into how leaders can build this into their daily practices, and how they can demonstrate its value in their team interactions. The best part... this not only applies in professional settings, but also in our everyday lives.

*Incorporates original paintings by Gurjit, to add a creative dimension of art therapy.

Minority Effect: Amplify Your Uniqueness

What does the word "minority" mean to you? Visible, invisible, health condition, physical impairment, questioning status quo, standing up for self or others... our subjective definitions are endless. What it means to you may be very different to what it means to someone else. We all have our own biases and filters that we apply to the world before us, which are shaped by the life that we've lived but haven't yet put behind us.
Do you consider yourself to be a minority? Have you considered this to be good, bad or ugly? Our greatest career building assets come from what we may have thought of as our drawbacks or adversities in the past. We owe it to ourselves, and to our peers, to get out of our own way to uncover the potential that lies in our unique selves. Apply this valuable knowledge as an "advantage" to fill gaps in places that you never knew existed. Embrace your individuality!

*Incorporates original paintings by Gurjit, to add a creative dimension of art therapy.

Horns to Halos

Are you feeling isolated/vulnerable/sad with being in your own head? Is your inner voice/demon nagging at you? Have you listened to what it's trying to tell you?
If you seek to understand what your demons are trying to teach you, you’ll be able to apply valuable lessons into your life. Learn to listen to what your body and mind is trying to bring to your attention, and turn those horns into halos!
During uncertain times, with mental illness on the continual rise, topics such as these are more critical than ever. You will learn simple strategies to turn negative thoughts into constructive actions. This helps our personal and professional relationships, and most importantly... our relationship with our own mind.

*Incorporates original paintings by Gurjit, to add a creative dimension of art therapy.

Project Management Applicability

Project Management skills = life skills! They can be applied to everything from personal, professional, career, parenting through to entrepreneurship... all of it. The trick is to not pigeonhole yourself.
How are you maximizing your PM skills to benefit every area of your life?

*Incorporates original paintings by Gurjit, to add a creative dimension of art therapy.

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PMI Global

20+ PMI Chapters worldwide

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Project Management Professional

Project Management Institute

2014

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