by Connie Podesta | Feb 18, 2025 | 10 Ways to Stand Out, Leadership, Motivation, Motivational Speaking, Quit It Series, Stand Out Strategies
In Charge or Influential? The Modern Leader’s Choice If you asked 20 professionals today to describe the qualities of a great leader, you’d likely get 20 different answers. But in a world of rapid change, global competition, and disruptive technology, one leadership...
by Connie Podesta | Feb 11, 2025 | 10 Ways to Stand Out, Balance, Business As Usual Is Over, Change, Happiness, Inspiration, Life Balance
Life Changes When YOU Do: The Power of Self-Caring I once made a simple Facebook post: “So what’s REALLY stopping you? From going for your dreams? Taking that trip? Taking care of yourself? Living life to the fullest? I can tell you what it is...
by Connie Podesta | Feb 4, 2025 | Happiness, Inspiration, Just Ask Connie, Stand Out Strategies, Therapy
Why Embracing Imperfection is the Key to Leadership Success “I am so tired of trying to be what everyone wants me to be. When will it end?” That was the email that jolted me awake this morning. The sender? A frustrated business leader, reacting to a recent post I...
by Connie Podesta | Jan 25, 2025 | Business As Usual Is Over, Change, Hiring a Funny Speaker, Keynote Speaker, Leadership, Quit It Series
Great leaders don’t chase happiness—they build resilient, purpose-driven teams with clear goals, respect, and accountability. It’s Time to Shift the Mindset When did “keeping everyone happy” become a job requirement for leaders? Somewhere along the way,...
by Connie Podesta | Jan 8, 2025 | Communication, Family, Inspiration, Keynote Speaker, Life Would Be Easy, Motivation, Motivational Speaking, Quit It Series, Relationship Builders, Stand Out Strategies
Bottom line? Communication Starts Within. Rewrite old scripts, embrace assertiveness, and protect your well-being for stronger connections and a better you. The new year brings reflection, resolutions, and often—self-doubt. In a chaotic world filled with...