If you like what you read on this blog, you will really enjoy the inspiration I can offer at your next program. I connect with your audience in a very personal way. In my 20 plus year career as a trainer, leader of a training department, staff at an executive leadership center, and as a participant in countless development programs, I have experienced programs with great and terrible speakers. I know what a really great speaker is and I make sure I reach for that high bar every time.
We have all experienced presenters who make or break a program. I know firsthand that the quality of the speaker will make or break any event. I hope that this page will help you determine that I can make your event a success.
ABOUT ME
I am passionate about helping people find their inspiration. I hope to be considered a resource for you. I focus on leading people to productive leadership through personal accountability and effectiveness. I believe that those who find their inspiration make good decisions.
I am an experienced writer and speaker. I speak to groups of all sizes and at all levels of an organization. I have experience connecting with small groups of four or five or very large conference sessions of 500+. I have presented to middle school children, Fortune 500 executives, as well as international conferences.
You can read more about me here.
MY MOST REQUESTED TOPICS
Program topics are customized to meet the needs of your audience. New presentations can also be created on themes like leadership, productivity, effectiveness, and accountability.
To get a better idea of topics I am qualified to deliver to your group, check out my blog.
The following are my most requested topics…
Goal Setting
Define your life mission and purpose. Identify what you want to be known for. Understand what goals really are and how to use goals as a tool for productivity. Create your goals with a system for staying on track. What makes goals unsuccessful? What is the most important question to answer when determining your goals?
Time Management
Identify the difference between what is constant and what is variable when managing time. Determine what your most important activities are. Eliminate time-wasting activities that you don’t need to do. Insert how and when to prioritize recreation activities. Create a system to manage your activities so the most important things get done. Address procrastination in time management.
Overcoming Procrastination
Identify when your task becomes procrastination? Detect common justifications for procrastination. Recognize what procrastination really is. Implement methods to end procrastination.
Becoming an Effective Communicator
Transfer hearing to listening. Identify components of effective listening. Evaluate your listening effectiveness. Shape your next presentation for effectiveness. Apply tools for effective meeting management. Eliminate language that reduces your effectiveness.
Leadership Defined
Determine your leadership responsibilities. Describe the difference between leadership and management. Define your leadership style. Find your leadership style and determine how to make it fit your leadership responsibilities. What will it take to become the leader your team deserves?
Performance Management
Determine performance gaps with an objective approach. Confidently and objectively convey a performance gap. Set expectations that meet the organization’s needs. Create a culture or accountability and continuous improvement.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS SAY
Participants from technical skills training
“Great job answering questions and making the audience comfortable asking questions. It is obvious Chris has extensive knowledge of the product. Great job!”
“Chris was very good at making sure that questions were answered and offered time after training. The training was clear and to the point. Great job!”
“Enthusiasm! Good energy, Chris.”
“Chris did a fantastic job with his presentation. He provided a lot of information in the time allowed. Very thorough and spoke very clear.”
Participants from Time Management Principles program
“Good practical advice on a topic I struggle with. This helps.”
“Left feeling motivated and inspired to manage my personal time more effectively. Great tools Chris!”
“Very valuable – This served as a good refresher to help get me back on track with planning, prioritizing, + goal setting.”
Participants from Goal Setting program
“Chris did an excellent job. He excels at this format.”
“He kept my interest, the entire class participated, and he was encouraging!”
“Very polished and engaging presentation. Good list of examples and additional resources.”
“Engaging, appreciate how you drew everyone into the conversation. One of the better sessions I have attended.”
“Chris, Presenting is definitely one of your strengths. Great session.”
Participants from Initiating Difficult Conversations program
“Great job! Enjoyed your extra slides.”
“Great job Chris! Loved the quotes. Thank you!”
“Very energizing.”
Participant from Process program in Brazil
“Instructor has a full knowledge of the subject, and was very patient to explain every doubt.”
THE NEXT STEP
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