by Connie Podesta | Sep 22, 2025 | Change, Keynote Speaker, Leadership, Motivational Speaking, Quit It Series, Sales, Stand Out Strategies
Strong client relationships aren’t just nice to have—they’re the hidden revenue stream most salespeople overlook. Let’s be clear, salespeople: if you’re only in it for the money, you’re leaving money on the table. How’s that for an attention-getter? Sales can be an...
by Connie Podesta | Sep 16, 2025 | 10 Ways to Stand Out, Business As Usual Is Over, Leadership, Motivation, Quit It Series, Stand Out Strategies
Strong teams don’t just happen—they’re built by leaders who focus on engagement, trust, and purpose every single day. A Single Shift in Focus Can Dramatically Impact Results By Leadership Expert, Keynote Speaker and Author Connie Podesta What Does Engagement Really...
by Connie Podesta | Sep 8, 2025 | Business As Usual Is Over, Inspiration, Leadership, Motivational Speaking, Quit It Series, Sales, Stand Out Strategies
Leading everyone the same way backfires—ditch the golden rule and adapt your leadership to each team member’s needs. Avoiding the Leadership “Golden Rule” Trap Even the most self-aware and empathetic leaders can fall into this subtle yet damaging trap. From a young...
by Connie Podesta | Sep 2, 2025 | 10 Ways to Stand Out, Business As Usual Is Over, Keynote Speaker, Leadership, Life Balance, Life Would Be Easy, Motivational Speaking, Quit It Series, Stand Out Strategies
Fear isn’t the enemy—it’s the fuel. This fall, discover how to use it as a catalyst for growth, courage, and success. The start of fall marks the start of what I like to call “fear season.” Haunted houses will soon be popping up, horror movies will flood streaming...
by Connie Podesta | Aug 6, 2025 | 10 Ways to Stand Out, Business As Usual Is Over, Happiness, Leadership, Motivation, Stand Out Strategies
Great leaders avoid loneliness by quitting habits that isolate them and focusing on connection, purpose, and fun—on and off the job. By Leadership Keynote Speaker Connie Podesta We’ve all heard it: “It’s lonely at the top.” And research keeps backing it up. Surveys of...
by Connie Podesta | Jul 22, 2025 | Business As Usual Is Over, Motivation, Motivational Speaking, Personal Development, Stand Out Strategies
Understanding how people think, act, and react is the #1 skill leaders and teams need to solve problems, drive results, and outperform the competition. Human Behavior Isn’t Just Important—It’s EverythingLet’s be honest: the most complex part of any business...