These 313 Business presentations are free to book as virtual presentations for groups anywhere in the country, with no fee, no honorarium and no mileage. They cover leadership, marketing, sales, workplace culture and growing a business, for webinars, lunch and learns, chamber meetings and remote teams. Each card shows the city where the speaker is based.
Habits impact our health, relationships, wealth and careers. A large percentage of our daily lives is driven by habits. Many are unconscious and developed unintentionally. Others are carefully developed and take time to create. Organizations also have “habits”, those unwritten rules that can contribute to or hinder an organization’s success. This talk addresses habits that affect both personal life and
Milwaukee
Nobody likes a salesman. Yet, everybody has to sell their products and services. Without sales, the economy would grind to a halt. This talk will discuss a sales technique that isn't "pushy". It works and it's fun. Try it, you'll like it!
Milwaukee
Are your incentive programs delivering desired results? Incentives work, but you must get them right to positively impact performance and avoid wasting time and money. The traditional approach to improving workplace behavior was often characterized by a “lady-or-the-tiger” experience which ignored that employees are motivated in different ways and underestimated the importance of connecting personal meaning to what they do.
Chicago
Are you a real estate agent that has been struggling with your sales since the real estate boom has ended? Are you wondering how you can turn your business around and have just as much, if not more success during a market downturn? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Master Certified Business Coach Tom Kelly will teach
Chicago
Most plants have binders full of processes, charts, and operating systems yet daily execution still varies wildly. The problem isn’t the process; it’s the behavior gap between what leaders expect and what teams actually do. In this session, John explains why even the best systems fall apart without the right leadership habits behind them. Audiences learn how clarity, confirmation, and
Chicago
There isn’t one among us who hasn’t put off or avoided a tough conversation that stems from an unmet expectation. You wonder if your zone of tolerance is too small or too large or maybe you just don’t know how to say what needs to be said in a way that will leave your team member feeling good. • Should
Indianapolis
In this presentation, we will do a quick introduction to things to think about and how to start preparing when you are ready to raise debt or equity capital. After this presentation, you will have a better idea of advisors to connect with as well as tasks your internal team can start preparing. We will also walk you through the
Chicago
The greatest limitation in leadership isn’t strategy, it’s self-awareness. Drawing from ancient wisdom traditions and modern performance psychology, Rachel explores how inner alignment directly shapes outer results. Leaders will discover why emotional regulation, clarity of purpose, and energetic presence determine team morale, culture, and long-term success. Participants will learn: - How stress impacts leadership perception and decision-making - Why self-awareness
Los Angeles & Orange County
How to turn your personal and company stories into magnetic messages that build trust and drive results. So often we assume that people understand and appreciate how we can work together to solve a problem. What we need to better convey our story, our passion, our vision and our role is clearer stories because stories shape people's understanding and appreciation
Washington D.C.
Your career is a journey … oftentimes with twists and turns along the way. Have you gotten down the road only to wonder how you have gotten there? Are you feeling off track, stalled, or unsure of your next turn or your destination? A recent study shows fewer than one in three employees knows how to develop their career over
Milwaukee
While a discussion on workplace manners and courtesy may seem like overkill, the reality is: rudeness is an epidemic costing industry millions a year. Indeed, what society seems to be gaining in terms of both knowledge and technological advancement, it’s losing out on basic social values that directly impact the bottom line. This discussion introduces the concept of civility, its
Chicago
For nonprofit leaders and volunteers. Practical, low-cost and free AI tools that stretch limited staff and dollars, from grant writing and donor communication to organizing data and measuring impact. Grounded in real nonprofit constraints, no technical background needed.
Dallas-Fort Worth
Everything you've ever learned about generating leads and growing your business is wrong. Everything you've ever heard, everything you've ever tried, and everything you've ever done -- it's all wrong. Are you tired of competing on price and want to charge with your worth without worry? I’m going to share with you my proven step-by-step roadmap for marketing your business
Milwaukee
Are sales nonexistent? Marketing not working? Have you evaluated your customer journey through the eyes of your customer? Are you optimized to give the right value at every stage? Are your marketing and selling initiatives aligned with revenue-generating activities? Is your business stuck on awareness mode desperately needing to switch to sales, acquisition, and conversions mode? Let's break down how
Chicago and Indianapolis
A powerful session based on Bob Graham’s Belief Ladder framework, he helps participants develop a clear and engaging story to better move clients from stakeholders from understanding, to love and to belief so they feel drawn toward them as customers and advocates. Participants can expect to be engaged in activities with others in the room as they climb the Belief
Washington D.C.
The most effective leaders of our time aren't just strategically sharp — they're emotionally attuned, deeply human, and capable of making every person on their team feel seen, heard, and valued. Dr. Deitra C. Payne draws on over 15 years of experience teaching human resource management and coaching professionals at every level to make the case that empathy isn't a
Phoenix
In a consumer driven market, many seek financial freedom and fall prey to snake oil salesmen offering life altering results based on a catchy pitch. The wealthy keep to themselves, adding mystery to fulfillment and success. Well I'm here to let the cat out of the bag. In this fast paced, results driven presentation, Marcus Carter uses real estate to
Chicago
Because customer experience matters more today than ever, this presentation will provide a time-tested model for delivering world-class, WOW customer experiences. Those participating will learn how to serve their customers in a way that they will go away ecstatic, tell everyone how great you are, comeback again and again for more, and bring their friends with them!
Phoenix
With cyber threats becoming more sophisticated by the day, it is crucial to understand the risks you face. Our presentation will shed light on the tactics employed by hackers, helping you decode their methods and motives. We will explore the inner workings of various cyber attacks, from phishing scams to ransomware, all presented in a conversational and approachable manner that
Chicago
If you have a startup idea rattling around in your head but zero clue how to turn it into something that does not crash and burn, this is the session that ends the confusion. Most founders waste years using 50 page business plans nobody reads, fancy pitch decks full of fluff, or just “build something” praying customers show up. Spoiler:
Milwaukee
Cyd West, a specialist in business and linguistics, presents ways to enhance our communication skills that are pertinent to every leader whose workforce feels affected by recent events and headlines. Today’s headlines: • Layoffs have decimated Cotech. Many of the remaining workers are immobilized by fear of losing their jobs through more layoffs or even company closure. John Powers, the
Phoenix
In the United States today, women make up half of the workforce. Unfortunately for women, their male colleagues are promoted at a much higher rate. Women offer great work ethnics, and bring something different from men to the workforce, but many times it goes unnoticed. In this workshop, you will learn about how organizations can develop women leaders, about the
Chicago
Staff meetings, weekly meetings, project meetings and a litany of Zoom, Skype, Facebook Teams and other video meetings seem to be an increasingly annoying fact of life. In this engaging and action-based workshop, find out ways to ensure that everyone is engaged and involved in every meeting. Find out how shared objectives, organic agendas, action steps and other hacks can
Washington D.C.
People: The Only Real Competitive Advantage challenges the conventional belief that products, technology, pricing, or processes are the keys to long-term competitive success. Those advantages can be copied, improved upon, or quickly made obsolete—but a workforce of motivated, engaged employees who take ownership of their work and genuinely care about the success of the organization is far harder to duplicate.
Indianapolis
Investors do not owe you their attention. You have to earn it. And you do not earn it with a 42 slide data dump. You earn it 15 seconds at a time. Fifteen seconds to make them care. Fifteen seconds to make them curious. Fifteen seconds to keep them from checking their phone. Fifteen seconds to get to the next
Milwaukee
Great leadership is about awareness, intention, and how leaders show up in moments that matter. Conscious Leadership invites leaders to step back from the noise of daily demands and view situations with clarity, perspective, and purpose. Drawing from the concept of The Leadership Balcony, participants learn how to rise above reactive behaviors and lead from a grounded, intentional state. Leaders
Phoenix
In this interactive session, Shad will uncover the reasons that we run into these challenges when it comes to networking effectively and productively. He will also help you to learn how to overcome these challenges and become more effective at networking and growing your business. When it comes to networking and building your business, are you or your people asking
Indianapolis
Learn how to leverage your podcast to generate more leads and develop a process for nurturing them.
Milwaukee
Onboarding new employees is a secure investment that will assist newly hired employees in developing their skills, knowledge, and value within the company. It will help match the technically skilled Millennial workforce with new and emerging needs of your company, which gives your company an advantage within the market. Millennial Onboarding is a specialized type of employee onboarding. With Millennials
Chicago
Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is one of the strongest predictors of success in the workplace—often more important than technical skill. When people develop EQ, they communicate more effectively, reduce conflict, and create stronger connections with colleagues and clients. In this interactive session, participants will: • Learn the four core components of Emotional Intelligence. • Gain practical tools for self-awareness, self-management, and
Washington D.C.
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