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  The Comfort Zone Illusion-Solving the Mystery

  Susan Neustrom, Ed.D., Leadership Coach, Author, Speaker, Educator, Leading to Action

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Self-Improvement

  Are you ready for change? Are you a leader embarking on change within your organization? Whether change is planned or unplanned, more than likely you and your team need to step outside your comfort zone and do something different. However, leaving your comfort zone is frightening and fear can stifle growth, halt progress, and negatively impact behavior making you feel as if you lost control, stuck, and not moving forward. When implementing transformational change in an organization leaders are challenged with getting everyone excited and motivated about new ways of working. Often times, leaders are met with resistance, complaints, and frustration because people are being asked to step outside their comfort zone. Change upsets routine and structure and opens the door allowing fear to enter and demonstrated in thoughts and action. Of course, it doesn’t need to be this way because the comfort zone is really an illusion. MORE >

  This presentation unravels the mystery of the comfort zone to expose the stark reality of the discomfort of change. Therefore, enabling leaders to discover why leaving your comfort zone is so difficult, what creates fear during times of change, and how to develop strategies for engagement and empowerment that eliminate the fear of leaving your comfort zone and to view change through a new lens.

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  The China Trade War: Trade, Tariffs and Supply Chain Considerations

  Lauren Pittelli, Principal, Baker Logistics Consulting Services Inc.

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  Global Supply Chains have always had their intricacies, and with international trade and the global economy in flux it is vital to understand the complexities of trade relations. What's the status of the trade war? Will it end soon - and if not, what should we expect in the future ...and most importantly, what should U.S. companies be doing today to address these uncertainties? MORE >

  If you are currently doing business in China you should not miss this presentation and if you are not currently doing business in China you still should not miss this presentation - because you and your business are likely to be affected by what happens with trade between the U.S. and China.

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  The Case for Kindness: Leadership’s Secret Ingredient to Success

  Marie Genevieve Pawlak, CEO, Prime Alchemy a division of Planning101 Group

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Self-Improvement

  What if kindness were put on trial? In today's fast-paced world, does it really pay to be kind in leadership? How does kindness contribute to success and organizational health? MORE >

  In this insightful and humorous talk, we’ll explore what it truly means to be kind and how kindness can transform your leadership approach. We’ll delve into the tangible benefits of kindness, debunk myths, and highlight real-world examples of kind leadership driving success.

  Join us to learn:

  The compelling case for kindness in leadership: why it matters and how it pays off.
  How kindness can enhance team dynamics, boost morale, and improve productivity.
  Practical strategies to incorporate kindness into your leadership style without compromising on results.
  Stories of leaders who have harnessed the power of kindness to achieve remarkable outcomes.
  By the end of this session, you’ll understand why kindness is not just a nice-to-have but a must-have in today’s competitive business environment. You’ll leave with actionable insights to infuse kindness into your leadership and create a more positive, productive workplace.

  Discover how being kind can be your secret ingredient to lasting success!

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  The Carrot and Stick are Obsolete – How to Deploy the Right Employee Incentives in Today’s Business Environment

  Mark James, Founder & President, Performance Advisors Group, Inc.

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  Are your incentive programs delivering desired results? Incentives work, but you must get them right to positively impact performance and avoid wasting time and money. MORE >

  The traditional approach to improving workplace behavior was often characterized by a “lady-or-the-tiger” experience which ignored that employees are motivated in different ways and underestimated the importance of connecting personal meaning to what they do.

  This VIRTUAL OR IN PERSON presentation will reveal best practices any business can and should do to ensure employee incentive programs are working properly. Attendees will come away with knowledge and tips concerning:
  • Why incentives are a tactic, not the strategy
  • Commitment and support of leaders
  • Choosing right incentive structure
  • Audience selection
  • Goal setting
  • Communicating what, who, how, and why
  • Avoiding element of chance
  • Choosing the right recognition and rewards
  • Keeping it fresh and appealing

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  The Bible and the Ballot – A New Vision for Christian Political Engagement

  Ted Williams III, Political Science Faculty, City Colleges of Chicago/WYCC PBS

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

  Faith is an increasingly controversial topic in US politics. Can diverse faith and secular communities find common ground on our nation’s most pressing issues? Should faith remain personal or can people of faith contribute to US politics? Ted’s non-partisan and holistic conversation offers a new vision for faith-based civic engagement.

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  The Attraction Principle: How to Shift from Working to Get Clients to Attracting Them Effortlessly

  Tom Kelly, Business Coach, Potential In Motion

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  If you are looking to dramatically increase your sales, make more money with less effort, and build a sales system that produces predictable results, then this presentation is for you! In this presentation, Master Certified Business Coach Tom Kelly covers the 5 shifts that you need to make in how you approach your business so that you can attract what you want, as opposed to chasing it. MORE >

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  The Art of Not Being Defeated

  Troy Sandidge, Keynote Speaker • Emcee • Fractional CMO • Podcaster • Author, Strategy Hackers

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Motivational

  Life is difficult. Our lives are constantly "under construction" and so are our goals and dreams both personally and professionally. What happens when life throws you a curveball you didn't expect? What do you do when it feels like all is lost and you want to give up? This session tackles the reality and fear of defeat. MORE >

  Focuses:
  • How to Deal with Life-Altering Situations
  • Strategies on How to Dig-Deep & Move Forward Despite Obstacles
  • Q & A on Personal Techniques That Helped Me Personally & Professionally

  Breakdown:
  • How to Release What’s Holding Us Back to Pursue the Goals We Want
  • Learn & Apply the C.L.O.V.E.R. Business Framework™ to Achieve Your Goals
  • Build T.R.U.S.T. within Our Internal Teams & Departments, & Discover as a Whole
  • Renewing Our Commitments Professionally & Personally
  • Tips to Improve Productivity, Teamwork, & Culture within Micro-Teams & Organization

  Intentional Themes & Emotion Expected to Be Experienced:
  • Self-Reflection
  • Inspiration
  • Transition
  • Affirmations
  • Objectively Thinking
  • Revitalization
  • Embracing Change
  • Taking Action Toward Goals

  Actionable Takeaways:
  • Get System To Level-Up Your Mindset to Maintain Momentum to Achieve
  • Apply Strategies to Obtain Clarity & Directions to Stay in Alignment with Your Goals
  • Refocus. Realignment. Revitalization. Moving From Passion to Action

  ** Session can be customized to be more Faith-based or Motivational-Based

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  The Art of Impactful Leadership – 3 Secret Principles to Elite Performance

  Dennis Mellen, Owner, Full Throttle Leadership

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  Be the visionary servant leader and inspire innovation and elite performance. Get your team feeling they "get to go to work" instead of "have to go to work"

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  The Art of Communication

  Robb Hill, Founder/President, R Hill Enterprises Inc

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  A forcefully energetic and entertaining speaker, Robb hill knows how to deliver content-driven programs designed to empower and encourage your team. A financial adviser for over 18 years, Robb has helped hundreds of people redefine their financial objectives and prepare for a better financial future. MORE >

  Communication is the foundation of relationships, whether it is with family, community, church or business- communication can make or break relationships. Excellent communicators are also attentive listeners. Robb Hill will decipher the communication conundrum and help improve communication resulting in accountability and productivity.

  Robb Hill inspirationally empowers others to rise to higher levels and overcome the inertia to see the changes they desperately desire. Robb shows audiences how to move from inactive, to proactive, and step out of their negativity into a positive and creative life path.

  The Effective Communication Environment:

  The ability to engage your customer is a skill that needs to be cultivated for maximum effectiveness. The non-verbal aspects of communication are of special importance. Participants learn techniques to gain cooperation from others and help customers express their ideas with clarity which in turn allows the service aspect to exceed the customers expectations.

  Identify and apply different communication styles.
  Gain a better understanding of verbal and non-verbal communication.
  Communicate ideas more clearly and project a positive image.
  Learn the assertive language to get your point across.
  Tap into their own personal style to become a more authentic communicator.
  Learn how to effectively give and receive feedback, and much, much more.

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  The Alchemy of Motivation: Elevating Workplace Performance

  Marie Genevieve Pawlak, CEO, Prime Alchemy a division of Planning101 Group

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  Are you ready to transform your workplace and inspire your team to achieve peak performance? Join us for a fun and enlightening session on "The Alchemy of Motivation," where we'll dive deep into the science of what truly drives us to do our best work. Discover the secrets behind creating a motivating culture, practical strategies for leaders, and how to foster a sense of purpose and autonomy in your team. MORE >

  In this engaging and interactive talk, you'll learn:

  The latest research on intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and why it matters.
  How to build a workplace culture that motivates and inspires.
  Real-world examples of successful motivation strategies from top companies.
  Techniques to sustain long-term motivation and track engagement.

  Through storytelling and hands-on exercises, you'll leave with actionable insights and tools to elevate your team's performance and create a fulfilling work environment. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to turn motivation into your team's superpower!

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