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Lisa Direen

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Adviser Development Manager at Lifetime
📍 Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Lisa is a passionate learning and development professional, currently serving as the Adviser Development Manager at Lifetime. She leverages extensive experience from diverse sectors like rural servicing and technology to enhance adviser capabilities. Lisa holds a Diploma of Positive Psychology and Wellbeing and a Certificate in Adult Teaching.

Originally from a farm in North Otago, Lisa has a strong passion for travel and enjoys exploring new places both in New Zealand and overseas. She is a faithful supporter of the Highlanders rugby team and loves spending time with her two daughters and her Labrador.

Unique fact: Lisa was responsible for the learning program for the 5th most complex Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP implementation in the world.

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Experience
9 Years
Current Role
Adviser Development Manager
Job Level
Middle
Location
Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
Personality Overview

How Lisa shows up

Consensus Focused
Non-Confrontational
Optimistic

They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional. They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Priorities

Topics Lisa cares about

Learning & Development
Her entire career is focused on developing learning strategies and solutions to improve performance and build capability within organizations.
Positive Psychology
Holds a Diploma in Positive Psychology and Wellbeing, indicating a deep interest in helping individuals and teams perform at their best.
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Career

Work history

4-2021
Adviser Development Manager
Lifetime
7-2017 - 7-2019
Programme L&D Manager
Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited
7-2016 - 7-2017
L & D Advisor
PGG Wrightson Ltd
6-2015 - 8-2015
Training Manager
2degrees Mobile
4-2013 - 5-2015
Change Integration & Training Manager
Spark New Zealand
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Media appearances

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Education
Diploma of Positive Psychology and Wellbeing
Langley Group Institute
Certificate in Adult Teaching
Christchurch College of Education
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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