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The formula to health and weight loss seems pretty clear: Don’t eat sweets or junk food. Exercise. Reach your body goals. If it’s so clear, then why do so many people have to return to dieting year after year? And why do 93% of dieters put on more weight than they originally lost? And why can one inanimate cake cause
This presentation explores: Where we came from; Why we were created; Understanding our purpose; and our responsibility to create.
A enlightening speech that both teaches the basics of meditation but also the science behind it. Participants can even watch their own brain patterns on a portable EEG device to see feedback of what meditation looks like and compare it to what they think it might be. This type of class is often groundbreaking for individuals who are often doing
If you became famous tomorrow and your own definition of success became a maxim, what lesson would you impart? What wisdom would you share? For many, success is a fleeting sensation—the achievement of one goal and immediately on to the next. The joy and satisfaction flash in front of our eyes in the instant of success and then it eludes
In this talk, I cover the importance of growing your assets safely and responsibly. Everyone knows to save for retirement. But often, even affluent individuals and families aren’t convinced they’re on the right track. That’s because most financial advice focuses on playing defense. But when it comes to investing, a good offense is a FAR better choice. These days, it's
After a broken engagement, losing her brother, and a 10 year battle with chronic illness, Katie DePaola has finally found her glow. In 2015, Katie opened the doors to Inner Glow Circle, a coach training and personal branding company for women. Within months, her youngest brother died of an accidental overdose. This monumental lose set off a domino effect of
Build Compassionate, Cohesive and Collaborative (C3) communities within organizations using behavioral science and talent optimization disciplines. Mali shares strategic approaches to help executives drive business results by building and maintaining compassionate, cohesive and collaborative communities within the organization. The focus and goal of the session will help executive leaders: *Come to a consensus on new strategic priorities; *Use behavioral science
This educational presentation is tailored to Federal Government workers within the FERS system who are retiring within the next 3-5 years. The goal is for attendees to leave with clarity on how to maximize their pensions, carry on their benefits after retirement. and utilize their TSP so they don't run out of money.
Parenting today is loaded with expectations, comparison, and conflicting advice - leaving many parents feeling inadequate or overwhelmed. In this deeply relatable talk, Shruti opens up about her experiences raising three children while juggling career transitions, identity shifts, and mom guilt. She explores how redefining what it means to be a “good parent” can lead to deeper connection and healthier
Staff meetings, weekly meetings, project meetings and a litany of Zoom, Skype, Facebook Teams and other video meetings seem to be an increasingly annoying fact of life. In this engaging and action-based workshop, find out ways to ensure that everyone is engaged and involved in every meeting. Find out how shared objectives, organic agendas, action steps and other hacks can
In this entertaining 45 minute presentation, Certified Master Speaker, Jean Kuhn, shows your audience how to go from ordinary business owner to “Expert/Celebrity” business owner and why that’s important to getting new customers. Your audience will learn how to make content rich videos in a matter of minutes with their phone, tablet or desktop to create raving fans and buying
Knowing your purpose is the foundation of leadership. It’s the ground from which leadership grows. Knowing the “WHY” I am here, is the key to activating intrinsic motivations even the entrepreneurship mind set. When you come to know your purpose, there’s an authority and power that comes with it. It enables you to move forward with confidence and clarity; no
Have you ever had the urge to try narrating an audiobook and get paid for it? There are websites anxious to give you a FREE opportunity to build your skills until you’re ready to move to a professional level. In this presentation, Robert Keiper will tell you how to set up your own audio studio at home and demonstrate some
A peaceful individual is likely to be an agent of peace in her or his family, neighborhood, workplace, community and the world. Peace is possible. This presentation will teach participants how to achieve peace, become ambassadors for peace, prevent conflicts, and resolve conflicts in peaceful ways.
Behind strong performance, leadership, and “holding it all together,” there are often struggles no one can see. Drawing from her personal experience navigating chronic illness, infertility, pregnancy loss, medical trauma, and high-pressure work environments, Sheena Marcus shares an honest and grounded perspective on resilience, identity, and the invisible weight people carry while continuing to show up every day. This talk
Most managers are asked to deliver transformation—but without the authority, clarity, or control to make it happen. From Manager to Changemaker is a practical leadership experience designed to help them do exactly that. Developed and led by Adriano Pianesi, this program equips mid-level and emerging leaders with the mindset and tools to create impact from wherever they stand. Drawing on
What's the truth about being a licensed real estate professional? Can you really make a lot of money? Or will it devour your life? What are the steps involved? Why would anyone want to do this?
If I asked you to draw a picture of a table, a tree, or a car, it would be relatively easy for you to do so. What if I asked you to draw something like gravity? What would you draw? Although you are aware that gravity exists, you just don’t know what it looks like since you can’t see it.
Now that you have finished your education and ready to find that perfect job you have been working for, now is the time to find the job. You can be the perfect candidate for the job, but if you do not market yourself well, all your training may have been in vain. Most people do not think much about marketing
In her years as a nutrition student, wellness consultant, and now as a health coach, Laura Ellen has come to realize one very key trend: we’re all keeping the same secret, hoping nobody finds out our secret. And that secret is - we all feel crazy with food. From doctors, to physique competitors, to weight loss clients, Laura has worked
Are YOU a woman who is ready to advance in leadership, but still find obstacles in your path while you diligently serve? Are YOU part of an organization committed to increasing opportunities for women, but haven’t hit on a strategy that works? Most importantly, are YOU ready to embrace power and opportunity with the intention of assuming leadership and being
Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is one of the strongest predictors of success in the workplace—often more important than technical skill. When people develop EQ, they communicate more effectively, reduce conflict, and create stronger connections with colleagues and clients. In this interactive session, participants will: • Learn the four core components of Emotional Intelligence. • Gain practical tools for self-awareness, self-management, and
Learn how to recognize the early signs of burnout, identify what is draining your energy, and use practical strategies to manage stress, create healthier boundaries, and restore your energy during demanding seasons.
Vanessa Patterson is a dedicated financial advisor committed to helping individuals and families build confidence in their financial future. With a focus on retirement planning, she works closely with clients to develop personalized strategies designed to support their long-term goals. Today, Vanessa Patterson will share insights on retirement considerations unique to women and strategies to help them prepare for a
Your silence costs you opportunities so you need to own your narrative before others define it. Most of us assume that others understand what we do. But that's impossible, because no one else has our knowledge, experience and perspective. In this engaging presentation and interaction session (participants will be working together to define stories), Bob Graham helps participants identify and
Daniel Gerstein brings a unique perspective to the understanding of technology and it's impact on society. In this formulation, Gerstein offers that the history of humanity and the history of technology are one and the same. Throughout recorded history, humankind has used science discovery, technology development and innovation to solve practical problems, build economies, growth societies and improve the quality
Knowledge failure is the absence of appropriate action due to missing, ignored, or mis-applied knowledge. Every goal and objective have the very real potential for knowledge failure. In this session, Cheryl introduces a revolutionary new practice for quantifying learning’s value to the organization. Join Cheryl as she reveals a groundbreaking practice that calls for leadership to completely change its approach
How to turn your personal and company stories into magnetic messages that build trust and drive results. So often we assume that people understand and appreciate how we can work together to solve a problem. What we need to better convey our story, our passion, our vision and our role is clearer stories because stories shape people's understanding and appreciation
I had to learn the hard way that talking, yelling, screaming and shouting in high volumes does something to women. Women have tolerated a lot because of how people talk to them but as my wife has taught me (she likes to use the word train), women should not accept being spoken to like that. Someone needs to educate men
Dysfunctional communication comes into play when we feel drained or incomplete after an interaction. In short, you leave a situation feeling drained, and almost corrupted. What do we do to minimize these interactions, avoid them, fix them, or delete them?
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