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Success Lies in How We ‘Act’ or ‘React’

Success Lies in How We ‘Act’ or ‘React’

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By Connie Podesta, Hall of Fame Speaker, CPAE, CSP Success is NOT the result of good timing, karma, coincidence, fate, or good luck.  Those are the labels used by people who REACT to what the world sends their way The true key to success is to ACT: Cease excuses. Be accountable. Take responsibility. Stand out. Read More

It’s the WHY That Makes All the Difference

It’s the WHY That Makes All the Difference

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Taking Your Event Message Beyond Just the What and How After more than 25 years in the speaking industry, this is clearer to me than ever:  audiences truly WANT to learn… IF what they are learning is relevant to them NOW and can be used immediately to improve their life. Read More

Get Your Team Out of the Funk!

Get Your Team Out of the Funk!

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Wondering how to infuse your team with a little humor and insights that can help break the tension and turn up morale and productivity? I've got you! Read More

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The Game-Changer Every Salesperson Needs: Empathy

The Game-Changer Every Salesperson Needs: Empathy

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Let's face it: the old school of hard-selling is out. What's in? Empathy. Read More

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Adaptability: The Sales Superpower You Can’t Afford to Ignore

Adaptability: The Sales Superpower You Can’t Afford to Ignore

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Say goodbye to the days of one-trick-pony sales tactics and hello to the golden age of adaptability—the superpower every sales pro needs up their sleeve. Read More

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Why Great Leaders Embrace Change—And You Should Too!

Why Great Leaders Embrace Change—And You Should Too!

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In today’s fast-paced world, where disruption is the norm, change isn’t just inevitable—it’s essential. Read More

Leadership…How to be the Person Others Want to Follow!

Leadership…How to be the Person Others Want to Follow!

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Harnessing the Power of Influence and Empowerment to Create Teams That are Happy to Help You Build. By Business Keynote Speaker and Human Relations Expert Connie Podesta Bottom line? If there was ever a time this world needs great leaders--it is NOW!  But let there be no doubt about it, LEADERSHIP, helping others succeed--is a TOUGH job.  Both a privilege and a life-changing responsibility. As a leader, YOU have a direct impact on other people’s successes (or failures) as a result of:  Your choices.  Intellect.  Creativity.  Power to influence.  Integrity.  And your ability to coach, Read More

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How Your Expectations Set the Stage for Your Success

How Your Expectations Set the Stage for Your Success

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Managing and setting realistic expectations at work can drive success, enhance productivity, and help you stand out positively in your career Read More

Happiness Is Job Security

Happiness Is Job Security

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Let’s talk about work for a minute. Most people don’t often rank HAPPINESS as a major component of success in the workplace. How many times do people put “I’m so happy” on their list of résumé skills and traits? I've never seen it even once. Is your “happiness level” ranked on the yearly evaluation sheet that determines whether you get a raise or promotion? Are you attending training workshops on “Raising the Bar for Happiness” or “Exceeding Happiness Expectations”? Does your company have a five-year strategic plan for increasing happiness ratios? Probably not. But let me tell you: Read More

HAPPINESS is FLAWSOME!

HAPPINESS is FLAWSOME!

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Learning to Celebrate Your Imperfections by Motivational Keynote Speaker Connie Podesta Perfection? Overrated. Unreachable. Exhausting. Impossible. Obsessive. Look, I’m not saying don’t stop reaching for more. Far from it. But no one—NO ONE—is perfect. Happiness is getting to that point in your life where you can say, “I don’t have to have it all, do it all, be the best,” and being all right with that. You know, there’s a very real difference between getting it perfect and giving it all you have. Happiness is about realizing that mistakes are part of life’s crazy plan so we can learn Read More

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Finding Your Balance in a Chaotic World

Quit Talking So Much

Negative People in Your Life? Here’s What the Experts Know

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Leadership Is a Powerful Privilege—And Everyone’s Invited

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Change Isn’t Coming — It’s Already Here (And It’s Non-Negotiable)

The Number One Mistake Leaders Make? The Answer Might Surprise You

How You Approach Work Makes All the Difference in the World!

The #1 Reason People Either Fail or Succeed

LEADERSHIP—What Works and What Doesn’t!

How to Turn Limitations Into Strengths

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