Calendar of events 2026

Influence Through the SCARF Model

Ever wondered why some conversations build instant connection while others trigger resistance or disengagement? Understanding the neuroscience behind human interaction can transform the way you lead, coach, and collaborate.

Join Justine Farrington and Carina Hull for this Connect & Learn session exploring how the SCARF Model — Status, Certainty, Autonomy, Relatedness, and Fairness, helps us understand the social drivers that influence motivation, trust, and behaviour.

In this session, we will:

– Unpack the five domains of the SCARF Model and how they shape our reactions to change and feedback
– Reflect on how to use SCARF insights to create psychologically safe, high-performing environments
– Explore practical ways to influence constructively, balancing challenge with support
– Identify simple strategies you and your clients can use to improve communication, engagement, and collaboration

In Person
When:Thursday 30th July 2026, 8:30am-11:30am
Where: HSNZ Office, Unit 2.5 Whatever Building, 18 Sale St, Auckland
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitators: Justine Farrington and Carina Hull
Cost:$100+GST for this session or $150+GST if doing both morning and afternoon (below) session

Includes materials eg Conflict Kit. Does not include lunch.

To register for the event please book below

Diagnosing your influencing style LSI Conflict

Turning Conflict into Opportunity & Diagnosing Your Influencing Style — LSI Conflict

How do you show up when the stakes are high, opinions differ, or tensions flare? The LSI Conflict Tool helps you pinpoint your default influencing style in conflict—and shows you how you can shift toward more constructive behaviours.

Join this session with Carina Hull and Justine Farrington to explore your LSI Conflict profile, uncover patterns in how you influence, and build more effective, resilient approaches to differences

In this session, we will:

– Introduce the principles and dimensions behind the LSI Conflict Tool
– Reflect on how your influencing style shows up under stress and tension
– Practice strategies to shift toward more constructive influence during under pressure
– Build strategies for framing conflict as a pathway to better outcomes

In Person
When:Thursday 30th July 2026, 1pm-4pm
Where: HSNZ Office, Unit 2.5 Whatever Building, 18 Sale St, Auckland
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitators: Justine Farrington and Carina Hull
Cost:$100+GST for this session or $150+GST if doing both morning (above) and afternoon session

Includes materials eg Conflict Tool and self development guide. Does not include lunch.

To register for the event please book below

Unlock New Perspectives with HS Reframing Cards

What if the challenge isn’t the situation, but the way we’re viewing it?

Join us for an engaging and interactive Connect & Learn session exploring the power of the HS Reframing Cards. Designed to help individuals and teams shift perspective, challenge assumptions, and uncover new possibilities, these cards provide a practical and thought-provoking approach to navigating workplace challenges and opportunities.

During this session, you will:

– Experience the HS Reframing Cards in action
– Learn how reframing can expand thinking and generate fresh solutions
– Explore ways to move from stuck thinking to productive action
– Discover how different perspectives influence decision-making, communication, and leadership
– Connect with fellow practitioners and share insights from real-world experiences

Come ready to challenge your thinking, learn from others, and discover how a simple shift in perspective can create powerful outcomes.

In Person
When:Tuesday 4th August 2026, 9am-12pm
Where: HS Wellington office, 15th Floor Pencarrow House, 1 Willeston St, Wellington
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitator: Carina Hull
Cost: $70+GST (includes morning tea and a pack of reframing cards)

To register for the event please book below

Payoff vs Tradeoff of being ‘Purple’

Ever wondered why some leaders appear highly effective on the surface — yet still feel stretched, stressed, or stuck beneath it? Or operate well when leading a team of ‘high performers’ but not so effective an engaging and empowering those more people orientated? In LSI terms, being ‘Purple’ represents a blend of Constructive and Aggressive Defensive (Task Orientated) styles. This is often a fast paced, intense space where strengths and stress may coexist.

Join this Connect & Learn session to unpack the payoffs and tradeoffs of being ‘Purple’. Together, we’ll explore how mixed styles show up in real-world behaviour, how they impact relationships and performance, and what’s required to move towards a more consistently Constructive approach.

In this session, we will:

– Understand what ‘Purple’ means through the lens of the Life Styles Inventory™ (LSI)
– Explore the pitfalls of overly focusing on task orientation and the risks of misattribution
– Reflect on the advantages and limitations of balancing Constructive and Defensive styles for high performance, resilience and satisfaction
– Leave with fresh insight into your own patterns and simple actions to help yourself and others make the most of their potential without the burnout or internal conflict that often comes with being ‘Purple’.

Online
When:Wednesday 12th August 2026, 12pm-1pm
Where: A virtual link will be emailed
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitator: Justine Farrington
Cost: Free

To register for the event please book below

Deep Dive into Competitive / Approval Bowtie

Ever found yourself chasing gold stars and applause at the same time?
You need to win and be liked for it. Or you have to prove yourself and need others validation.

The shift is away from genuine satisfaction to chasing extrinsic rewards and validation, rather than drawing confidence and worth from within.

Bow ties are characterised by primary and secondary styles that are both defensive and directly opposite one another. The Competitive and

Approval combination is a common bowtie that reflects the strong need to prove self and win the approval of others by striving for recognition,
acceptance, and attention.

The internal dialogue or self-talk underpinning this bow tie can be exhausting: ‘always has to be right’, ‘constantly comparing self to others’,
‘expects to be admired by others’ and ‘really doesn’t want to disappoint others’.

In this session we will:

– Understand the characteristics of this ‘bowtie’ and share experiences of where we have seen it play out
– Share payoffs and tradeoffs of this combination – compromises trust, impact of self esteem and the costs
– Explore tips and tricks to move more into a more constructive and intrinsically motivating space

Online
When:Thursday 24th September 2026, 12pm-1pm
Where: A virtual link will be emailed
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitator: Justine Farrington
Cost: Free

To register for the event please book below

Exploring Opposites/Bowties and Other Patterns in Profiles

Ever feel pulled in different directions at the same time? Part of you wants to grow, achieve and back yourself – while another part seeks certainty, approval, safety or control. The result can feel like a constant internal push-pull.

In this session, we’ll explore the patterns often described as Bowties and Opposites within the LSI Circumplex.

Bowties occur when two Defensive styles are strongly at play together – a task-oriented Defensive style combined with a people-oriented Defensive style. These combinations can create internal tension, mixed messages and exhausting self-talk. Common examples include:

• Competitive + Approval — needing to win while also needing to be liked, Perfectionistic + Conventional — fear of failure combined with highly risk-averse thinking: “If I follow the rules perfectly, I’ll get it right.”

Opposites occur when a Constructive style and its opposing Defensive style are both evident. These styles are driven by different needs (growth and satisfaction versus security and self-protection). Examples include:

• Achievement & Dependent, Self-Actualising & Avoidance, Humanistic-Encouraging & Oppositional
  When Defensive styles overpower Constructive ones, the result can be frustration, hesitation and reduced effectiveness. Strengthening Constructive thinking while reducing Defensive patterns helps create more balanced, authentic and effective behaviour.

In this session we will:

– Understand the dynamics of Bowties and Opposites within the LSI Circumplex
– Explore the tensions, payoffs and trade-offs within these patterns
– Reflect on how they show up in leadership, teamwork and everyday interactions
– Explore practical strategies to strengthen more Constructive and intrinsically motivating ways of thinking and behaving

Online
When:  Wednesday 21st October 2026, 12-1pm
Where: A virtual link will be emailed
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitator: Justine Farrington
Cost: Free

To register for the event please book below

Coaching Through a Neurodiverse Lens

Join Clinical Psychologist Dr. Kirsten Davey and  Carina Hull for an open conversation about neurodiversity — what it is, what it’s not, and how it shows up in coaching.

We’ll explore ADHD, autism, and other cognitive differences, and what coaches need to keep in mind when supporting neurodiverse clients. Bring your questions — there’ll be space for discussion and practical insights.

In person and virtual session — morning tea and refreshments to follow.

In Person and Online
When:Thursday 26th November 2026, 9am-11am
Where: HSNZ Office, Unit 2.5 Whatever Building, 18 Sale St, Auckland or a virtual link will be emailed or
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitators: Carina Hull and Dr. Kirsten Davey
Cost: Free

To register for the event please book below