Free Business Topics in Chicago
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Using Emotional Intelligence Skills to Survive and Thrive During Tough Conversations
Laura Lewis-Barr, Founder, Training 4 Breakthroughs
Request This Free SpeechPrepare yourself to face difficult conversations with courage and confidence. Discover best practices in preparation and delivery of challenging content. During this interactive workshop participants will: MORE >
> Explore how basic Emotional Intelligence concepts of self-awareness, empathy, triggers, and hijacking can help or hinder us during emotional conversations.
> Recognize the many benefits of not avoiding, but instead “leaning into” challenging conversations.
> Understand and practice a proven 3-part method for conducting difficult conversations to produce good outcomes.
> Explore different delivery habits that help and hinder communication including observation vs. evaluation, and owning vs. projecting a message. -
US – China Trade War
Bill Liu, President, NaviAsia Advisors
Request This Free SpeechUS President Donald Trump has complained about China's trading practices since before he took office in 2016. The US launched an investigation into Chinese trade policies in 2017. It imposed tariffs on billions of dollars worth of Chinese products last year, and Beijing retaliated in kind. MORE >
The trade war between the two largest economies shows no sign of easing. What's next? Who will blink first? This presentation will guide you through the trade war and lead you to rethink the future of US-China relationship. -
Updates, Results and Protocol
Chris Heuman, Practice Leader, RISC Management and Consulting, LLC
Request This Free SpeechThe schedule, process, protocol and results thus far of the HIPAA Audit Protocol will be discussed. The talk will include historical information and the top three preparatory steps an organization can take in case of an audit.
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Transitioning from Full-Time Employment to Entrepreneurship: Making the Leap with Confidence
Kyle Bennett, Financial Coach, Prosperity Launch, LLC
Request This Free SpeechAre you ready to embark on the exciting journey from full-time employment to entrepreneurship, but seeking guidance and confidence in taking the leap? In this comprehensive presentation, we'll begin with Kyle's personal insights into supporting professionals like you on their entrepreneurship journey. We'll delve into assessing your readiness for entrepreneurship, providing practical self-reflection exercises and addressing common fears associated with this significant change. MORE >
Discover the importance of developing a transition plan, setting clear goals, and securing your financial foundation with expert advice on budgeting, savings, and funding options. We'll also explore the emotional side of career change, offering coping strategies and support systems to help you thrive.Throughout the presentation, Kyle will mirror his professional yet friendly communication style, providing clear insights and actionable steps. By the end, you'll be equipped with the tools, resources, and confidence to make a successful transition into entrepreneurship. Don't miss this opportunity to embrace change with confidence and clarity. Join us and take that leap towards a prosperous entrepreneurial future.
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Togetherness: Achieving Sales and Marketing Alignment
Jeff Davis, Sales and Marketing Alignment Expert, The Sales and Marketing Alignment Summit
Request This Free SpeechAberdeen Group estimates that companies with poor sales and marketing alignment experience an annual 4% revenue decline. In today's B2B business environment sales and marketing can no longer operate in silos. We must find a way to create "Togetherness" and use the collective knowledge of each team to win. MORE >
The goal of this presentation is to achieve making CEOs and other customer-facing executives think differently about how sales and marketing should interact. With increased scrutiny for marketing to prove ROI on their activities and it becoming increasingly hard for B2B salespeople to even get in front of customers, the old way of doing business is no longer an option. This presentation focuses on using evidence-based research and empirical knowledge to propose real-world strategies that work.The key objectives of the presentation are to:
* Establish an understanding of the detrimental effects that occur by not aligning sales and marketing
* Explore the key reasons why this relationship continues to be a challenge for most organizations
* Examine strategies and tactics to promote cohesiveness between these two functions that will lead to improvements in achieving revenue targets. -
The Three Most Powerful Actions of Value-driven Leaders
Susan Neustrom, Ed.D., Leadership Coach, Author, Speaker, Educator, Leading to Action
Request This Free SpeechLeadership is hard work because the need to be socially connected at all time is a necessity for leaders to influence, impact, and direct organizations, people, and change. Business challenges require fast, direct decisions, therefore, leaders are relentlessly communicating with multiple stakeholders through email, phone, and technology. Yet, the most powerful leaders understand the demands of being a leader and create a mental space to be alone with their thoughts emotions, and values. MORE >
In this presentation, Dr. Susan Neustrom will demonstrate how solitude, silence, and reflection can actually enhance social interaction and increase authentic and ethical leadership behavior. She will provide strategies to create a personal sanctuary for leaders to renew, reevaluate, and reorient your moral compass for more effective, ethical decision making. -
The Referral Process – Developing a Referral System for Explosive Growth
Tom Kelly, Business Coach, Potential In Motion
Request This Free SpeechIf referrals are a part of your business, then this presentation is for you! In this presentation, Mater Certified Business Coach Tom Kelly talks about potential sources for referrals, how to overcome your fears around asking for referrals, and how to build an effective referral system that will help you generate solid leads on a regular basis. MORE >
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The Real Estate Crisis
Paco Aramburu, Broker, Touchstone Group Real Estate
Request This Free SpeechThe talk focuses on what we can do to protect ourselves and take advantage of the “buyer’s market.”
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The Power of Storytelling to Your Organizations Culture, Growth and Innovation
Jennifer Fortney, President, Cascade Communications
Request This Free SpeechThe way you tell the story of your business or organization is all that matters to your customer. Today, customers want to be more engaged with the companies in which they do business and organizations' they support. The story is the reason they buy or donate. It is what they will share with friends and family when asked about where they purchased or what causes to do they support. MORE >
The trick is that not everyone knows how to tell their story well across all platforms. This is where Jennifer comes in to walk you through finding your story and telling it appropriately and consistently for brand building. -
The Power of Social Media For All Businesses
Troy Sandidge, Keynote Speaker • Emcee • Fractional CMO • Podcaster • Author, Strategy Hackers
Request This Free SpeechLooking to grow your business primarily using social media? The undeniable truth is Social Media is a platform for real networking, growth, and engagement for any business irrespective of the industry. Social media marketing, when done right, allows you to amplify your content to a highly targeted audience with content that connects. MORE >
This session will break down social media to key concepts and give the tools to expand your reach with social.** This session can be customized for audience type and social media platforms you would like to put emphasis on.