All Topics in Washington D.C.
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Unlocking Your Inner Entrepreneur: From Idea to Impact
Dominique Pereira, CEO, Global Computers & Networks
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Dominique believes everyone has at least one idea that could change their life... but most never act on it. In this talk, he shares how he turned simple ideas into real businesses across tech, real estate, and agriculture, with no investors, no connections, and no perfect timing. He walks through the mindset, structure, and steps that helped him go from concept to execution. MORE >
Whether you’re just starting or trying to scale, this session is built to help you stop hesitating and start building with purpose. -
Creating a Cohesive Team: Practical Strategies for Any Organization
Roderick Mitchell, Owner, Success By Fire
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
In a well run government agency, business group or board room, there is no place for I in team. The participants will explore the different levels of group cohesion, effective communication, decisive action and the importance of a mission driven mindset. Attendees will gain valuable insight and tools to help explore, recognize, and enhance individual talents. Collectively, creating the ingredients of a well functioning and successful team. MORE >
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One Simple Thing
Dr. Mallary Tytel, President, Healthy Workplaces
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Each of us has the power to make a difference in our own lives and the lives of others; and it is the little things that can accomplish great things. When we act in small, purposeful ways, with resolve, determination, and integrity, we can change the world. We can make a difference. This highly interactive workshop is drawn from my critically-acclaimed book, One Simple Thing: Simple Tools for Living Your Own Theory of Change, and explores how simple actions and models will help you influence the world, achieve your goals, and be a force within your professional community. MORE >
At the end of this presentation you will be able to recognize your own patterns of engagement, practice two simple tools to take charge of your own growth and leadership and eat an elephant. Let me show you what I mean! -
Financial Planning and The Importance of Having a Fee-Only, Independent Fiduciary On Your Side
Paul Trinh, Financial Planner, Wharf Financial
TOPIC CATEGORY: Financial
On top of the difficultly you may face getting your finances in order, picking the right planner is another challenge all on its own. We'll go over the keys to building a solid financial plan, and highlight how important it is to work with someone who is independent, has no conflict-inducing commissions to work for, and has no proprietary products to sell. MORE >
Whether it's something as micro as week-to-week budgeting, or a 30,000 foot view of a retirement plan, I can tailor a presentation and conversation to fit your group's needs. I enjoy conversations a lot more than lectures! -
Creating Your Future With God
Brett Edmond, Opptruth
TOPIC CATEGORY: Motivational
This presentation explores: Where we came from; Why we were created; Understanding our purpose; and our responsibility to create.
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Change Your Mindset About Personal Finance
Thomas Yeung, Founder, Jurnex
TOPIC CATEGORY: Financial
Even if you’re financially stable, have you ever thought about your savings and felt some mixture of worry, regret, or distance? Such feelings can cause massive stress, and it’s one of the key reasons why people make panicked investment decisions. That’s why it’s so critical to change your mindset about investing. MORE >
In this talk, I cover the importance of achieving a growth-mindset about money. I want the audience to say "goodbye" to viewing their nest egg as a burden. Instead, I'll have people see their savings for what they are: assets that can help you build even greater wealth.And once you learn a growth-mindset about money, you’ll find so many possibilities to generate wealth for years to come.
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Transform Team Rapport
Shayanna Whitaker, CEO, The Institute for Dynamic Leaders
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
There are no two individuals alike; therefore, two teams cannot be managed identically. As a result of this talk, individuals become aware and responsible for their behavior, executives and senior leaders support their staff and are better mentors, and organizations win with engaged personnel.
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Living Your Life With Purpose
Mikita Smith, Motivation/Health and Wellness Coach, Beautifully Unbalanced
TOPIC CATEGORY: Motivational
Feeling lost? Can't focus? Your life seems routine and without purpose? Do you dreams that you keep putting on hold? Pushing past your fears to challenge yourself to live your dream life. Helping people recognize that you can make a change at any age or any stage of your life.
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Speaking with Confidence
Katerina Arzhayev, Leader of COO Initiatives, SUSE
TOPIC CATEGORY: Self Improvement
Beginning with Lincoln Douglas debate, and ending with Executive presentations to the leaders of multi-billion dollar technology companies, Katerina has experienced all types of communication. During this presentation, she will share the subtle unspoken requirements of interpersonal communication and the best practices for speaking in public – whether it is giving an executive presentation or a persuasive speech at the dinner table. MORE >
She weaves in cultural and individual nuances that affect our abilities to communicate and teaches audiences to discovery and tap into their strengths to ensure they can present themselves with intentionality and build meaningful connections.This topic covers the basics of a good speech delivery, in addition to teaching audiences to deliver on content:
- Intentionally using socially acceptable silences
- Contributing confidently on unfamiliar topics through localized context
- The formula for a perfect 45 second response that pivots the conversation into your area of comfortThis topic focuses on the daily conversations we experience, rather than providing a comprehensive breakdown of public speaking in general.
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Health and Weight Gain Depression
Dr. Tia Corbin-Myers, CEO, Sweat N Me Boutique
TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness
Dr. Tia talks to teens and young adults about loving themselves and being comfortable in their own skin. Learning how to love yourself no matter what. Stop looking at social media and basing your life and weight on the men and women that actually are having plastic surgery to look the way they do. Finding ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle through fitness and eating right. Finding things to do in life to stay productive. Making a change in life by going to school and surrounding themselves with positive friends. MORE >