Free Self Improvement Topics in Chicago
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Career and Job Search Strategies
Sander Marcus, Ph.D., Practice Leader, IIT Center for Research & Service
Request This Free Speech"What am I going to do when I grow up?" is a question we hear from people of all ages. The strategy for getting a job (interviewing, resumes, etc.) is always an important topic. Sander will provide an overview or address specific topics.
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Speaking with Confidence in any Situation
Suzanne M. Bracken, Managing Director, Ludicrous Theatre Company
Request This Free SpeechThis lively presentation will address the causes of fear associated with speaking when we are not comfortable doing so. Learn how to make those butterflies in your stomach "fly in formation," so you can get your point across in a confident and effective manner.
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Break Free: Create a Post-Career Life of Purpose and Passion
Jerilyn Willin, Principal, JWillin Consulting, Ltd.
Request This Free SpeechTen thousand Boomers retire every day and for most, there is not a rocking chair in sight! Instead of the end to an active life, retirement can be the start of a whole new journey. Investigate: 1.) the non-financial aspects of post-career life, 2.) Discover who you are apart from your work, 3.) Begin to map out what your significant life post-career will look like! MORE >
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Navigating Life’s Curves ad Corners: Managing Change at Work, At Home and In-Between
Jerilyn Willin, Principal, JWillin Consulting, Ltd.
Request This Free SpeechCareer transition, new technology, a new life direction...no matter what your age, situation or outlook, you've been touched by change. How can dealing with life's changes be less chaotic? What can you do to help yourself and others deal better with change? MORE >
Take positive steps to help others and yourself navigate through the rough patches in life at work and at home. Come: 1.) Explore the phases of change everyone experiences, 2.) Learn and share ideas/techniques to effectively deal with change, and 3.) Chart next steps to help you move forward through and to your new normal. -
It’s Not What You’re Eating… It’s What’s Eating You
Claudia Braun, Healthy Living & Weight Loss Coach, Claudia-Braun
Request This Free SpeechHave you noticed how many diets there are? And they all contradict one another? Eat meat, don't eat meat, grains are bad, no they're good, eat fats, nope no fats... But what if it's not about what your eating but it's about what's really eating you that's making you fat and gain weight? MORE >
In this talk you'll learn the biggest myths about weight gain and weight loss and what you can do to be successful in your pursuit of a healthy, happy body.As a healthy living coach, I work with women to help them achieve the results they want, most of them have been on a series of diets without success. The average woman is dieting and frustrated with her lack of results. Let's look at the bigger picture and what we can do create lasting and life long changes.
The weight loss industry is a 20 billion dollar industry and growing according to 2012 statistics. But we as a society aren't getting thinner, why? If we don't address the larger deeper issues things don't change.
You'll walk away with how to exercises to get clear on what's standing in your way, and a list of characteristics which could be stopping your growth.
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Memoirs of Singlehood LIVE!
Ericka Glorious Moore, Author, Speaker
Request This Free SpeechJoin Ericka Glorious Moore on a fun and whimsical journey of how to break free from your past, low self-esteem and poor decisions by allowing you to mend, grow and know your value. Presentation is based off her new released book "Memoirs of Singlehood and the Steps Towards Marriage: A personal journey of regaining hope, purity and how to love again". MORE >
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Overcoming rejection, bullying, suicidal thoughts, low self-esteem/self-worth, wise decision making and how to know your value and ultimately become free in being you! -
Gorgeous on Tuesdays
Ericka Glorious Moore, Author, Speaker
Request This Free SpeechLadies, have you ever made sure to look gorgeous for that one special day? Wedding, romantic dinner, first date, or an awards ceremony? You go through all the extra time and expense to make sure you look just right? But did you know your beautiful without all the extra effort? "Gorgeous on Tuesdays" is a unique presentation that explores the true value and beauty of a women on the inside as well as the outside. MORE >
Interactive workshop explores what talents and abilities that are deep within each lady, how to create a new way of looking at you and see yourself gorgeous no matter what day of the week, even on a Tuesday. -
Becoming An Innovator
Stephen A. Di Biase, Ph.D., President, Premier Insights, LLC.
Request This Free Speech"10 Keys To Unlock Your Innovative Self" offers the reader a short, simple, easy and fun treatment teaching anyone how to use the basics of innovative behaviors for becoming a more effective problem solver leading to a higher quality of life. Specifically, this treatise touches on why every human being is an innovator at birth, how we can maximizes, this natural trait, the importance of curiosity, imagination, inquiry, methods of learning, the importance of play and passion and how to use the scientific method while being careful of formal education. MORE >
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Moving Forward During Turbulent Times
Jay Kurtz, Chaplain, Chaplain in Action
Request This Free SpeechI take folks on a journey during the conflict and chaos in their lives. It’s about giving - of yourself - for the greater good. It seems simple, but it takes a great deal of energy and engagement to achieve a framework of commitment, intra-personal awareness and personal sacrifice.
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Start Early, Start Smart: How to Choose a Motivating College Major
Georgia Koch, Community Outreach Coordinator, Career Vision
Request This Free SpeechIs it possible for students to identify potential college majors and career directions while still in high school? You bet! Students and parents will learn what they need to know before choosing a college, and how identifying a college major and career direction can build a student's motivation and confidence while reducing college expenses. MORE >
Receive information and resources to guide your student and take the stress out of making these important decisions. This program is for parents and students of high school and college age.