Barbara May

Barbara May

B.Ed

AB, CANADA
Expert Advice To Help You Build A Stronger, More Resilient Team.

Hi, I'm Barbara May!

I'm a Leadership Communication Expert, Team Building Facilitator & Award Winning Coach. I help organizations build stronger and more resilient teams.

As your team building facilitator, my purpose is to create a safe learning environment where you and your team can discover new ways of solving problems in the workplace such as dealing and communicating with co-workers and bouncing back from mistakes with confidence.

I can help your team get past these common stumbling blocks:

  • Communication breakdowns between co-workers.

  • Coping with and eventually reducing stress.

  • Personality conflicts between team members.

  • Lack of team spirit or morale.

  • Dealing with and accepting change.

  • Butting heads with managers and team leaders.

  • Boring meetings and presentations.

Comments from Clients

"Sometimes we get stuck in the things that trip us up, our stumbling blocks, and this was a great opportunity to hear that somebody else has experienced those issues too." - Shawna Miller, Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce

"Barbara's keynote gave attendees the chance to interact with one another and develop their problem solving skills. She has a great story, and kept the crowd motivated and enthused for the entire hour." - Brenda Kolasa, Success 4 Business Expo

"Barbara presented to our department at a time of significant change. Her sessions helped get conversations started about the impacts of change in a way that was fun, engaging and accessible to all who attended."  - John Younk, Director, Strategic Planning Ancillary Services, University of Alberta

"Right from the start, Barbara engaged our group at a level that challenged us. Discussion was aimed at how to apply our insights to our own situations. The day moved quickly, and no one was zoning out. A great experience all around."  - Bobbi Junior - Family Solutions Group

"Barbara provided our group a personalized, dynamic and intriguing presentation! She was funny and thoughtful! Such a rare package for a presenter and a fabulous end to our Retreat!" Joelle Brown - Executive Director, St. Albert Victim Services

Hi, I'm Barbara May!

I'm a Leadership Communication Expert, Team Building Facilitator & Award Winning Coach. I help organizations build stronger and more resilient teams.

As your team building facilitator, my purpose is to create a safe learning environment where you and your team can discover new ways of solving problems in the workplace such as dealing and communicating with co-workers and bouncing back from mistakes with confidence.

I can help your team get past these common stumbling blocks:

  • Communication breakdowns between co-workers.

  • Coping with and eventually reducing stress.

  • Personality conflicts between team members.

  • Lack of team spirit or morale.

  • Dealing with and accepting change.

  • Butting heads with managers and team leaders.

  • Boring meetings and presentations.

Comments from Clients

"Sometimes we get stuck in the things that trip us up, our stumbling blocks, and this was a great opportunity to hear that somebody else has experienced those issues too." - Shawna Miller, Grande Prairie & District Chamber of Commerce

"Barbara's keynote gave attendees the chance to interact with one another and develop their problem solving skills. She has a great story, and kept the crowd motivated and enthused for the entire hour." - Brenda Kolasa, Success 4 Business Expo

"Barbara presented to our department at a time of significant change. Her sessions helped get conversations started about the impacts of change in a way that was fun, engaging and accessible to all who attended."  - John Younk, Director, Strategic Planning Ancillary Services, University of Alberta

"Right from the start, Barbara engaged our group at a level that challenged us. Discussion was aimed at how to apply our insights to our own situations. The day moved quickly, and no one was zoning out. A great experience all around."  - Bobbi Junior - Family Solutions Group

"Barbara provided our group a personalized, dynamic and intriguing presentation! She was funny and thoughtful! Such a rare package for a presenter and a fabulous end to our Retreat!" Joelle Brown - Executive Director, St. Albert Victim Services

Team Building Seminars

Team Building Seminars: Fun, informative and highly interactive team building seminars for everyone from senior managers to emerging leaders and new recruits.

The following seminar topics  can be offered in a keynote, half day or full day format.

Stumbling Blocks: Overcoming Life's Hard Knocks
Everyone makes mistakes, everyone stumbles and falls. The question is, do you know how to pick yourself up, dust...

Audience ActivityEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changingHumorous / Funny

Team Building Academy

Team Building Academy: Whether you're just getting started, or have been leading a team for years, the Stumbling Blocks Team Building Academy will give you the communication and leadership skills you need to succeed. 

There are 6 different seminars in the Team Building Academy.  Each seminar is available in a 1/2 day or full day format.

Establishing Your Personal Leadership Style
A team can only...
Audience ActivityEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing