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Like It or Not: You ARE a Leader

Like It or Not: You ARE a Leader

Posted by Connie Podesta

Leadership Perceptions De-Bunked By Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker Connie Podesta Bottom line? YOU ARE A LEADER. All the time. Whether you’re at work or at home. On payroll or volunteering. Whether you chose leadership or had it thrust upon you. Even if you think you’re just a “follower” who avoids the spotlight—you can’t escape the truth: you influence people every single day. That influence is a huge responsibility. Every choice you make sends a ripple. Your tone. Your decisions. Your reactions. Even your silence. All of it shapes the people around you. And here’s the kicker: people are Read More

Quit Defining Leadership the Same Old Way

Quit Defining Leadership the Same Old Way

Posted by Connie Podesta

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 trait consistently rises to the top: influence. Decades ago, leadership was synonymous with being in charge—issuing directives, enforcing policies, and setting the rules. But today’s most successful leaders? They don’t just give orders. They create movements. They don’t just manage teams. They inspire them. They don’t just Read More

Two Minute Tip on Leadership…

Two Minute Tip on Leadership…

Posted by Connie Podesta

By Motivational Speaker Connie Podesta Here is my two-minute tip of the month on leadership.  Short & Sweet! Share with your friends and co-workers and let me know what you think!  How are YOU standing out in a LEADERSHIP role? Read More

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Teaching teams to act not react - Connie Podesta - Leadership Speaker

React or Act? The Choice Defining Your Team’s Success

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Why Organizations Invest in the Top Leadership Communicators for Long-Term Growth

Leadership Speakers vs Motivational Speakers: Key Differences Explained

What Makes a Leadership Speaker Truly Effective in Today’s Workplace

How to Choose the Best Leadership Speakers for Corporate Events

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Sales Pitfalls:  When the Ego Gets In the Way of Revenue

Salespeople:  QUIT Making Excuses. START Making More Sales       

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Quit Making Assumptions in Sales (and Life)

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Quit Asking the WRONG Sales Questions

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  • React or Act? The Choice Defining Your Team’s Success
  • Why Organizations Invest in the Top Leadership Communicators for Long-Term Growth
  • Leadership Speakers vs Motivational Speakers: Key Differences Explained
  • What Makes a Leadership Speaker Truly Effective in Today’s Workplace
  • How to Choose the Best Leadership Speakers for Corporate Events
  • Sales Pitfalls:  When the Ego Gets In the Way of Revenue

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