Keynotes

“Improvisation & All That Jazz!”

Keys to Conquering the Challenges of Change

In today’s increasingly challenging, rapidly changing world, one of the best ways to gain a competitive edge is to be the person who can:

• remain resourceful in the midst of stressful situations,


• successfully transform obstacles into opportunities,


• competently juggle multiple roles and responsibilities,


• bounce back better than ever after inevitable setbacks, and


• improvise creative solutions.

In this popular keynote, peak performance expert, Linda Barrett, shares keys to successfully becoming that person!  Using stories that connect with attendee’s heads and hearts, Linda will inspire new perspectives.  She’ll also tickle the ivories as well as attendee’s funny bones in this keynote, which is described as “captivating”, “motivational” and “delightfully entertaining”. 

This 45-75 keynote is the ideal way to “Jazz Up!” your next meeting, convention, retreat or special event and get your group into an optimal frame of mind.

 “Collaboration & All That Jazz!“

Keys To Leading And Communicating Effectively  

The fact that your title says you're a leader does not necessarily make it so! What defines a leader is his or her ability to inspire others to follow, especially during times of change, transition or uncertainty when people more than ever look to their leaders for guidance. Before you can lead others where you want them to go, you must first earn their trust and respect and that means that your 'actions must speak louder than your words'. It's not enough to 'say' the right things, you must 'do' the right things to achieve leadership that inspires 'followership'. Whether you're leading employees, members, constituents, clients or children, they're far more likely to take personal responsibility for their actions when they see you step up and be held accountable for your own actions first. In this highly interactive, fun-filled, yet thought-provoking program, attendees will hear inspirational examples of how others have successfully led by example. They will also have the opportunity to practice some powerful, proven techniques that they can immediately implement so that they can successfully inspire others to follow where they lead!

This 45 minute keynote is an excellent way to kick-off a leadership retreat or conference or can be expanded into a 90 minute breakout session that is ideal for keeping folks involved and awake after lunch or is an excellent way to close a convention sending attendees home with a call to action!

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