Along with a new perspective on work, technology, and the future, Gen Z brings tremendous workplace potential and new expectations, from recruiting and retention to communications and payroll frequency. Yes, payroll frequency. It’s a thing and an important one!
I love working with repeat clients because I get to know their team, culture, challenges, opportunities, and strengths over a long period. Going into the details with clients and working with their teams consistently also builds momentum for action, buy-in, trust, innovation, and results across their organization.
I wanted to make the most of coming full circle back to where it all started. So I took a big risk while back on campus. Right before my informal speech I decided to try something I’ve never done before as a speaker. I had ZERO idea how it would work out. That risk ended up reframing how I saw my own story, my own journey, my own decisions, and how I’ve grown.
After 20+ years of speaking, I love that I am still learning, adapting, delivering new presentations, racing through airports to make flights, and getting to work with such awesome clients
I was thrilled to keynote an in-person leadership event in Oregon and sign 300 copies of Zconomy! The questions from attendees were fantastic and we had four generations in attendance. One area I really focused on during my half-day presentation: generational empathy.
Today’s recruiting and retention challenge is affecting employers of all sizes and all industries. I believe that hidden within this challenge is a huge opportunity for leaders and companies to demonstrate their culture, mission, and why they provide a great place to work and build a career. I shared how to do this in my talk…
I was thrilled to deliver my first-ever keynote in athletic wear, including a bold red t-shirt! The best part: I got to share my favorite research discoveries at the intersection of fitness, marketing, employment, and Gen Z retail trends.
The most memorable part for me was General Funk presenting my dad with a US flag that flew over the Yorktown battlefield on July 4th. My dad was speechless. It was an unforgettable day for my dad and a great day to talk about Gen Z and what leaders need to know now.
What you may not know is that my first “office job” was at a financial services firm! The internship I had at age 18—which I got by cold calling the firm—had a significant impact on my life, including showing me the immense impact a great financial advisor can have on an individual, their family, and generations to come.
What would you do if you were being inducted into your industry’s Hall of Fame? This was not a question I ever considered. But now I know the answer. I would jump up and down while cheering across the stage!
Candidly, I have missed the energy, excitement, laughter, and learning of a full convention center ballroom. This event was the first large ballroom keynote I’ve delivered since March 20, 2020. I was incredibly inspired to share my message about unlocking the potential of every generation…
Surreal! I just spoke to thousands of leaders around the world as an AVATAR!!! Yes, you read that right, I was an avatar.
What really made this event memorable was my client had a 15-person film crew there to produce, direct, and film it! This included everything from sound, lighting, and filmography to makeup and stage design.
Growing up in rural Texas, I never dreamed I’d be presenting to leaders across Asia, let alone 500 of them reading a book I wrote as part of their business growth and innovation strategy.
I just delivered my first *in-person* keynote in 2021!! It felt amazing to be in front of an in-person audience–and I got a standing ovation! Read about my experience and learnings from the event.
I am excited to share the biggest news of my speaking career! I was inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame! Check out the fun, short video from the awards ceremony.
When large in-person gatherings cannot be held, a spectacular virtual speaker can make all the difference in keeping engagement levels high and driving results. I look forward to working with you to deliver an amazing virtual event!
Delivering outstanding virtual events is critical for leaders, meeting planners, and participants. Now, as every organization is feeling the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual events have moved from a luxury to a necessity. Here are my top five insights for fantastic virtual events.
I just keynoted one of the most unforgettable and inspiring events in my career: The Global Leadership Summit! It was so personally meaningful that I wanted to share the behind-the-scenes experience and learning with you!
I just returned from headlining a global business conference in Singapore.
