NOT the Speaker By Motivational Keynote Speaker Connie Podesta After more than 25 years in this industry, I’m fairly sure I’ve seen it ALL. Or at least ALMOST all there is to see in terms of types of speakers and what they bring to the “table” for the events at which they present. And like any profession, they run the gamut from the all right to the extraordinary. The down-to-earth to the drop-everything-for-me divas. The brand new to the seasoned professional. Here’s what every one of them SHOULD know but many don’t: it’s not about THE SPEAKER. It should always, always, and one more for Read More
How to Stand Out From the Crowd
How to Stand Out From the Crowd
And Why That’s More Important Than EVER By Motivational Keynote Speaker Connie Podesta I always tell my audiences, "If there was ever a time to differentiate yourself and Stand Out From The Crowd--it is NOW! Business as usual is over!" Bottom line: To rise to the top and stay there as an organization you must be able to answer this #1 question: "What do you bring to the table that is so unique, outstanding, so UNEXPECTEDLY awesome--that people would CHOOSE to do business with you, partner with you, buy from you, and trust you - rather than someone else?” Because the truth is Read More
6 Secrets to Creating a Powerful, Personalized Presentation with LASTING Impact
6 Secrets to Creating a Powerful, Personalized Presentation with LASTING Impact
Why Cookie Cutter Content Doesn’t Work By Motivational Keynote Speaker Connie Podesta After more than twenty five years of delivering keynotes, facilitating events, and acting as the master of ceremonies for organizations all over the globe, one thing is for sure – there’s not much I haven’t seen, or heard from the stage. Here’s what I know doesn’t work – DOESN’T create lasting impact or positive change: tired, canned speeches that don't relate to YOUR specific audience. You know the ones. Where the person behind the microphone is referencing age-old technology or telling the same Read More
Three Strategies to Take Charge of Your Personal Life
Three Strategies to Take Charge of Your Personal Life
So That Your Professional Life Can Soar! by Leadership Keynote Speaker Connie Podesta Think your personal and professional lives aren't intertwined? Think again. Chances are that despite your best attempts to keep the two separate, the quality and stability of your personal life often have a direct impact upon the quality and success of your professional life. In fact, for many people, their professional life mirrors their personal life. When your personal life is stable and happy, this mirroring is a good thing. Your professional life will be productive and rewarding because you'll Read More
How to Hire the Perfect Motivational Keynote Speaker
How to Hire the Perfect Motivational Keynote Speaker
Learn the Top Ten Traits to Look For With Industry Thought Leader Connie Podesta By Julie Escobar, Syndicated Columnist This is it. Crunch time. You’ve got an event on the horizon and you’ve been challenged to make sure it’s the best attended, most results-producing, high-impact, high-added value gathering your organization or client has ever seen. No pressure – right? I’ve been there – those are big shoes to fill! To help you work smarter (not harder) and make the best possible decision – I’ve tapped into one of the best, most sought-after motivational speakers I know – Connie Podesta Read More
Re-Thinking Your CHOICES.
Re-Thinking Your CHOICES.
It's All About Perspective by Motivational Keynote Speaker Connie Podesta The truth is? The difference between being POWERFUL and POWERLESS in our lives really does come down to CHOICE. We can ACT or REACT. We can find the GOOD or the BAD in any given situation. We can LEARN from each day or keep repeating old habits and patterns. It's up to us. Each of us. Every day. If what you want is to live differently. Abundantly. Purposefully. Creatively. You absolutely CAN. It all starts with taking CHARGE of your life. TAKING CHARGE means: No more excuses Being accountable Read More
Insights for STANDOUT Relationships
Insights for STANDOUT Relationships
For All the PEOPLE in Your Life by Motivational Keynote Speaker Connie Podesta FAMILY. FRIENDS. CO-WORKERS. NEIGHBORS. We're all connected - right? But sometimes creating or keeping those important relationships in our lives is not always a walk in the park. This week, as part of my free gifts campaign, I wanted to offer you one of my latest eBooks, STANDOUT Relationships. Pulled from my two-time Best Business Book of the Year 10 Ways to STANDOUT From the Crowd, you'll find this book delivers powerful strategies for really understanding the people in your life and how you can Read More
Understanding Generational Mindsets
Understanding Generational Mindsets
A Lesson in Generations By Motivational Keynote Speaker Connie Podesta I was interviewed while keynoting a leadership conference a while back and asked the question, “What can leaders do to help the generational diversity out there?” It was a good question and one that I think is really important for today’s leaders. You know, it’s easy to play the blame game-right? The older generation is quick to judge the younger generations and the younger generation, frankly is quick to do the same. Here’s the deal. The Baby Boomers are known for being hard workers, nose-to-the-grindstone Read More
How to Unlock the Potential Within Your Leadership Team
How to Unlock the Potential Within Your Leadership Team
Innovative Insights from Motivational Speaker Connie Podesta By Julie Escobar, Syndicated Columnist In a time when many organizations are working hard to grow their business, customer base, sales and profitability, savvy leaders are turning to industry experts for advice, motivation and real-world strategies for powerful change. I asked just such an industry expert -- Motivational Speaker and leadership expert Connie Podesta for her take on what’s working (and what’s not) for corporations and organizations today. Julie: Connie – what I love about you is that you’ve seen it ALL! As Read More
How to Successfully Sell to Women (And Men)
How to Successfully Sell to Women (And Men)
And Why This Book May Be NOT What You Expected by Motivational Keynote Speaker and Author Connie Podesta The truth is - times have CHANGED. And smart, savvy salespeople are willing to make changes too in order to grow their business and keep their clients happy. That's one of the reasons I wrote the book How to Make a Fortune Selling to Women. One thing that has become crystal clear in recent years is that statistics show that women influence 85% of all purchasing decisions. However, most sales training focuses on selling to men. So I was asked by audience members and clients to come Read More
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