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Families: They Can Either Make or Break the Holidays

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by Motivational Speaker Connie Podesta SPOILER ALERT:  HOLIDAYS – Let's do this! For some of you, this is an awesome time of the year filled with parties, gifts, friends and family galore. You love the hustle and bustle of the season and family gatherings are full of shared stories, games, tasty desserts, and wonderful memories.  If that’s you and you’re over-the-moon about the season ahead, let me wish you the happiest of holiday seasons and wonderful memories ahead!  Have a great time, take good care and please…DON’T READ ANY FURTHER! If that’s NOT you and this season has the opposite Read More

The Power to Choose: 4 Ways to Control Your Own Destiny

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Never—EVER—give up the power to control your own destiny. Not to anyone in your past, present, or future. Here’s the coolest thing about life: YOU get to choose who and what you let into it. How amazing is that? And here’s the kicker—you can be as picky as you want. In fact, you should be. Why? Because every person you allow into your circle, every situation you engage in, and every decision you make shapes your life—not just today but for the long haul. These choices influence your habits, your mindset, your self-esteem, and even your confidence. So, let’s talk about three powerful ways Read More

The REAL Cost of a Negative Attitude

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(And How to Turn It Around for Good) By Motivational Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker Connie Podesta As we approach the new year—a time ripe for reflection and transformation—it’s the perfect moment to confront a hard truth: Your attitude is EVERYTHING. And if yours tends toward the negative, it could be costing you more than you realize: promotions, sales, clients, market share, business opportunities, friendships, even meaningful connections with family. The bottom line? Your attitude is the foundation of your success. When negativity creeps in—whether it’s self-defeating, Read More

Quit Defining Sales the Same Way

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Sales isn’t scary—it’s a life skill you already use daily! Embrace it, fine-tune it, and unlock your potential to connect, influence, and achieve greatness. By Sales Motivational Speaker Connie Podesta Often, one of the first things I tell sales audiences is to QUIT defining sales the old way because when they think of sales in a “traditional” sense – they become fearful. The “I can’t do it” sets in. The phone becomes the enemy. The prospecting grinds to a halt. Listen, we were all BORN to sell. Look at any given two-year-old. They are masters at handling objections. They don’t take no Read More

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Navigating Change with Resilience and a Little Humor

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Navigating change requires resilience, fresh perspectives, and adaptive strategies to thrive today and turn uncertainty into opportunity with confidence. Change is tough. Change in today’s world—where shifts in technology, market dynamics, and the ways we connect impact home and business in every conceivable way? It can feel overwhelming, halting progress for individuals, teams, and companies alike. So, how do we get people to lean into their resilience? To silence that inner voice of doubt and return to leading, serving, connecting, selling, and communicating in adaptive, innovative Read More

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7 Reasons Your Next Audience Might Need a Little Comedy and Therapy

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If your team needs a "BREAK" from the stress of headlines and the world and a BREAKTHROUGH in their productivity, mindset, and life... add some levity to your next event. Read More

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Finding Your Balance in a Chaotic World

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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

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The #1 Reason People Either Fail or Succeed

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