Free Business Topics in Chicago
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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. -
So You Want to Be A Grant Writer?
Tamora Walls Hughes, President, Tamora Walls Consulting
Request This Free SpeechSoliciting external funding can be a tedious and exhausting process for any organization. Creating a clear, complete and comprehensive proposal is a first critical step in that process. MORE >
There is a fun and engaging why to write and submit a solidly completed proposal that represents you and your organization’s ability to get the job done. Also understanding the essential components of the review process is critical toward any award winning application. -
Sales Accountability: Drive Motivation, Passion & Productivity
Bill Bartlett, Owner & CEO, Corporate Strategies & Solutions, Inc. A Sandler Training Center
Request This Free SpeechLearn how to become your team's trail guide to success while enjoying complete transparency into the activities that lead to closed sales. Create accountability plans that drive results without driving you or your people crazy so you can stay on track, hit your goals, and have more meaningful coaching conversations with your team. MORE >
If you're responsible for steadily improving sales production for your organization’s success, this topic is for you. -
You Make the Difference
Dr. Jeff Van Meter, The Human Leader
Request This Free SpeechYou don't have the team you thought you did? Neither did I for many years until I finally discovered the secret to forming the team I always dreamed of. I'll tell you what you need to do for you to get your dream team too.
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Succession Planning at all Levels
Marie Genevieve Pawlak, Managing Principal , Planning101 Group
Request This Free SpeechSuccession Planning is not just for your C-Suite!
The most important part of creating a succession plan is doing it early. People want to feel valued in the companies that they work for. Succession planning is not about pushing people out or just knowledge transfer. It is about supporting the success of your employees whether they are leaving in 5 years or just got there 5 years ago. Join us for great tools and tips on creating your roadmap! MORE > -
China’s Wealth
Bill Liu, President, NaviAsia Advisors
Request This Free SpeechIn 2016, China surpassed US and become the country with the most billionaires in the world. Beijing overtook NYC as the city with the most billionaires (819) in the world.
China's wealth created great opportunities for the world. Will the trend continue as China eventually replace US as the largest economy in the world? MORE >
This presentation will guide you through the rising Chinese wealth and its impact on US leading you to rethink the future of US - China relationship. Bill LIu has been the Executive Director of North America for Hurun Report, the authority on China's wealth. Bill will present the firsthand research conducted by Hurun Report. -
Job Search in the Digital Age
Dee Reinhardt, Social Media Strategist, Time2Mrkt, Inc.
Request This Free SpeechLiving in the digital age, as a job seeker in today's market, you will need to develop and maintain a digital presence so that potential employers can find you. We will cover a list of many social media outlets that job seekers can use to amp up their job search efforts. MORE >
If you haven't already created a LinkedIn profile, that would be your first step. This workshop will go beyond this professional network that everyone is using.Learn about a few new tools to keep your social media presence positive and professional. This workshop is packed with great tips and examples of how to use these social media outlets to your best advantage.
This workshop requires a minimum of 45 minutes and includes live demonstration. Internet access is required.
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How to Turn Social Media into Face to Face Meetings
Franklin D. Rivera II, Founder/CEO, The V2M2 Group, Inc.
Request This Free SpeechFranklin Rivera built his entire business off of Twitter. In 2011 no one online knew who he was. In 2015 he was ranked in the top 10% of Twitter accounts worldwide for most senior level management connections and followed by most of the Forbes top 10 digital marketers worldwide. Today his connections on social media number over 10,000 quality followers! MORE >
His company, V2M2, has consistently utilized social media for lead generation for both V2M2 and its clients with great success. Franklin will help you understand how to make the right social connections and get the face to face meeting. -
“The Power of Little Wows”
Tim Reynolds, People Skills & Customer Experience, Clover Lane Partners LLC
Request This Free SpeechYou often hear of the need to create an exceptional "experience" for your customers. But how do you actually go about building a culture that delivers on that mission statement? This interactive presentation/workshop takes a detailed look at your every touch with your customers while asking the question - How does that make them feel? MORE >
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Globalizing Innovations in Management Consultancy
Haris Ahmed, Founder and Managing Partner, Pragmatium Consulting Group
Request This Free SpeechInnovative methods of the 21st century will be discussed. Haris provides strategic clarification, organizational alignment and leadership effectiveness in order to drive organizational performance.