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The Art of Communication
Robb Hill, Founder/President, R Hill Enterprises Inc
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechA 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.
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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
Request This Free SpeechAre 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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The Act of Forgiveness: Learning How to Forgive
Eileen Timmins, Ph.D, Founder, Aingilin
TOPIC CATEGORY: Self-Improvement
Request This Free SpeechThe ability to forgive allows one to live in harmony. There are 3 types of forgiveness: for yourself, for those you’ve harmed and for those that have harmed you. By releasing the initial harm and the energy you’ve used to hold on to it, you clear your present and future, and move forward.
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The 60-minute Strategic Plan
Matt Kinnich, CEO, Roland, Ruth & Mitchell
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechTechnically, there is no such thing as a 60-minute strategic plan, but this session will provide the foundation, framework and next steps of building out your personal, team or organization’s strategies and plan. Participants will engage in the following: MORE >
• Overview of Strategic Framework
• What are your goals?
• What is your purpose?
• What does your environment look like?
• What are my options?
• What options are best?
• Individual/Group questions
• What actions am I willing to do next? -
Targeting Colleges for Affordability
Joseph Orsolini, President, College Aid Planners, Inc.
TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational
Request This Free SpeechThe presentation will focus on strategies to target colleges for merit-based financial aid. Armed with this understanding and knowledge of the college aid process, a college education may become more affordable.
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Tapping into your Superpowers Mindfulness and Meditation.
Jacqueline McCarty, Owner Certified Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher, Om At Work
TOPIC CATEGORY: Self-Improvement
Request This Free SpeechMindfulness can be practiced in any aspect and any task in your life! By remembering this tool of focus and awareness you can transform it into pure presence. Your awareness is currency, where your attention goes energy flows. Meditation is a training for your awareness and can have lasting effects on your brain and nervous system when practiced regularly. Learn these practices and transform your work and life. MORE >
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Stella "Sally" Bryant, Taoist Tai Chi Society
TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness
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Take Control of Your Parkinson’s Disease Journey
Rosemary Gerstner, Marketing and Sales Director, Senior Helpers
TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness
Request This Free SpeechUnderstand the Parkinson's Disease process and learn how to implement a Patient-Centered care approach to PD.
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Successful Supply Chain Strategies for Today’s Uncertain Times
Lauren Pittelli, Principal, Baker Logistics Consulting Services Inc.
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechDrawing on thirty year's experience shipping internationally, Lauren will discuss current supply chain challenges and provide strategies to navigate today's uncertain and competitive marketplace. Plan for success by increasing your company's flexibility while driving down transportation costs and risk. MORE >
In this session, Lauren will cover specific strategies to capitalize on today's market opportunities by:- Reducing supply chain risk
- Increasing efficiency and cost effectiveness
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Success: Why Character Counts
Ted Williams III, Political Science Faculty, City Colleges of Chicago/WYCC PBS
TOPIC CATEGORY: Self-Improvement
Request This Free SpeechMany factors lead to success, but none is more important than character. In an age where personal indiscretions consistently destroy the careers of leaders in all fields, commitment to character and integrity is crucial. Ted will discuss how this transformative trait may be the greatest secret to success.