Free Educational Topics in Chicago
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History and current importance of drainage for a healthy and sustainable Chicago Region
Richard Lanyon, Consultant, Retired Executive Director, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
Request This Free SpeechRichard will discuss how the flow in the Calumet and Chicago Rivers was reversed, why this is still important today to protect public health, and how current water infrastructure reduces flood damages, provides recreation, recovers resources and protects Lake Michigan as a clean and safe source of water. Richard’s topics can be tailored to your local interests. MORE >
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Building High Performance Teams
Bob Miller, Founder and CEO, PFCC Group
Request This Free SpeechHigh performance teams don't just happen. They require good leadership and a good operational game plan that includes shared vision, the right people, personal commitment and accountability.
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Use what you have decorating
GraceAnn Simoni, President & Premier Home Stager, Staging Redesign Group Inc.
Request This Free SpeechDon't be fooled into thinking you need to purchase all new furnishings to get the 'Decorated Look'. Learn from a redesign specialist, simple tips and tricks to give any room a fresh new look. Learn how placement of furniture is critical to he overall look and feel of a room. Learn tip on wall art and accessorizing. We all have wonderful things just maybe in the wrong place. MORE >
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So you want to run for office?
Nic Zito, Entrepreneur and Elected Official, NicZito.com
Request This Free SpeechHave you ever thought of getting involved in local politics by running for a position? Learn from my story of how I tangibly got involved in my local community and won election.
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Climate Change: The Earth Calls to Us
Richard Treptow, PhD, Professor, Chicago State University (retired)
Request This Free SpeechEarth’s temperature has increased over the past century. Richard will review the causes, consequences and cures for climate change because we need to protect the world our children soon will inherit.
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The Case for Kindness
Marie Genevieve Pawlak, Managing Principal , Planning101 Group
Request This Free SpeechWe all know the English proverb
"You catch more flies with honey than vinegar" but what does it really mean in the world of today? Does it really pay to be kind? How does kindness really help us in today's fast-paced world? This talk will provide insight and humor to what it really means to be kind and how being kind is the secret ingredient to being successful. MORE > -
Level Up: The Demand for Soft Skills Is the Future of Education
Troy Sandidge, Social Media Jedi | Global Speaker | Storyteller
Request This Free SpeechSynopsis: LinkedIn’s 2018 Workforce Report found that the four most in-demand soft skills are within leadership, communication, collaboration, and time management. MORE >
3 percent of HR Managers say technical skills are much easier to teach than soft skills—work ethic, communication skills, emotional intelligence, and a whole host of personal attributes that are crucial for career success. What we find a bit frightening is that 44 percent of top executives report this skill set as the largest gap experienced in the workforce. And 14 percent believe this gap is most prominent when it comes to the crucial skill of leadership.Yes, technical skills will get you in the door today, but soft skills will open future doors. Team building, motivating, and delegating are all much easier for those with excellent soft skills. Still, however, the importance of these skills continues to be greatly undervalued.
The biggest mistake companies seem to make is assuming that people know how to behave on the job.
You wouldn’t hire a new software engineer without testing his or her technical aptitude, correct? So why not give the same consideration to soft skills? You cannot assume that everyone knows and understands the importance of being on time, taking initiative, being friendly, and producing quality work.Takeaways:
- Soft Skill vs Technical Skill
- Discover how far one can go with soft skill and lacking technical skills versus the opposite
- Learn why now is the time to focus on soft skills
- Strategies on how to develop soft skills for the next generation of leaders
- Answer the question, why C students tend to be leaders of billion-dollar companies -
Goal Actualization
Marcus Carter, Goal Mentor, MC Enterprises
Request This Free SpeechThis presentation spans the fabric of our most polarizing attitudes on health, family, wealth, career and romance. Learn to identify, compartmentalize and execute personal goals through a hands-on examination of the process of self-fulfillment.
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You Just Don’t Understand
Trisha Svehla, President, Managing the Mosaic
Request This Free SpeechTrisha explores the unique differences of communication styles between men and women and how to bridge the gap.
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Winston Churchill: A Life Well-Lived
Daniel Myers, Chief Operating Officer, The Churchill Centre
Request This Free SpeechThis talk includes PowerPoint photos and audio excerpts of Churchill’s speeches. It’s ideal for everyone from young students to seniors who wish to know more about this remarkable individual. About one hour in length, it is a magic showing of Churchill and his many published exploits that will illuminate, entertain and possibly amuse any audience. MORE >