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It’s not uncommon to think that only artists are creative. In reality, creativity presents in many different ways and has been scientifically proven beneficial to our health and well-being. Learn how to manifest the spirit of creativity in your life and reap the rewards of improved job satisfaction, happiness, and health. Brad is a former healthcare administrator, with over thirty
Of all the subjects to which one is exposed in the formative years of institutionalized education, perhaps none are more significant and yet more ignored than that of personal finance. While virtually every student will one day be responsible to some degree with the efficient handling of money for a family or most certainly, him or herself, it is one
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
The impact these 76 million people born between 1980 – 2002 will have on the workforce is well-documented. Stereotypes aside, their numbers, creativity, passion and knack for technology make them a critical asset to any organization. However, they do think differently than Baby-Boomer owners and many Gen-X leaders and managers. Jeremy, who was born on the dividing line between Millennials
Creativity comes from synthesizing multiple elements from different sources to form a new coherent reality. This presentation allows the mind to relax and access every piece of data available to it to bring something new into the world.
You started it. You grew it. Now it can’t grow because of you. It’s not a failure – it’s a pattern that hits the best founders. John Franklin Wiley has lived this as a CEO and helped dozens of owners break free of it as a strategist. In this candid, story-driven talk, John unpacks why founder dependency is the #1
Life rarely follows a straight path — and the moments that knock us down often hold the greatest potential for growth. Bounce Back Boldly is an empowering exploration of resilience: what it truly means, why it matters, and how anyone can cultivate it. This presentation dives into the science and stories behind bouncing back from adversity, equipping you with practical
Workshop Learning Objectives: Characteristics of effective teams • Four stages of team development • How individual differences and roles contribute to building a strong team Have practiced skills in: • Supporting team development through its formative stages • Constructive communication • Conflict resolution And will have discussed: • A vision of their ideal team • Principles and behaviors to guide
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
How the Constitution and the Bill of Rights is still relevant today and into the future
Research consistently shows that emotional intelligence — not academic credentials or technical skill — is the greatest predictor of success in both life and leadership. Dr. Deitra C. Payne, combining her background as a university professor, HR educator, and certified coach, breaks down the five pillars of emotional intelligence in a way that is practical, memorable, and immediately applicable. She
Your dream has power. It can inspire you. It can empower you. But will it reward you? Most people fail to realize their potential because their dream remains hypothetical. Put Your Dream To the Test takes your dream from ethereal to achievable. Learn how to crystallize your vision and galvanize your commitment. What is a Dream? It's an inspiring picture
You’ve won the game! Now What? The goal of wealth accumulation gradually gives way to that of efficient money management in retirement. It certainly isn’t the same skill set and has a different set of challenges and opportunities associated with it. Planning for that stage while you are in your peak earning years can help insure a retirement of dignity
Today’s students face more academic choices — and more pressure — than ever before. Honors tracks, AP and dual enrollment courses, private and independent schools, extracurricular expectations, and increasingly competitive college admissions can leave families wondering: Are we making the right decisions at the right time? In this practical and empowering session, education consultant Michelle Smith, founder of Independent Education
It is scary to think how many times I've gone home exhausted because I worked hard, but I wasn't sure what all I got done. Many business leaders and their team members are busy being busy. The intentions are good, the effort is real, but the results just don't add up. In this talk, we will share how we use
Change disrupts more than workflows; it disrupts the brain. When people experience change, uncertainty and resistance often follow, not because they’re unwilling, but because their brains are wired to seek safety, predictability, and meaning. The Human Side of Change equips leaders with a human-centered approach to guiding others through transition with clarity and connection. This session explores the neuroscience of
There have been a lot of challenges for employers in the last year with respect to wage and hour. There were the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) salary exemption updates that were put on hold and a higher minimum wage in Arizona. With all of this, organizations cannot forget to review their wage and hour practices to ensure compliance. Is
Resilience isn't something you either have or you don't — it's a skill that can be built, strengthened, and called upon in even your darkest moments. Few speakers can speak to this truth more authentically than Dr. Deitra C. Payne, who lost her father and her ability to speak within days of each other, and came back to the stage
After decades of building, leading, and sometimes losing – what comes next? For many people over 50, the answer feels unclear. The career is winding down. The identity you built around what you did is shifting. And no one’s talking about it honestly. John Franklin Wiley knows that moment. He’s reinvented himself more times than he can count – from
You’ve spent a lifetime accumulating money for your retirement. You’ve saved, invested, and taken advantage of workplace retirement plans. Now you have to make decisions about how to generate a steady income stream, and these decisions could have lasting repercussions. Join us for an educational workshop where we’ll focus on strategies designed to help you: • Make the most of
The transition from military service to civilian leadership is one of the most underestimated challenges veterans face. It’s not about losing discipline – it’s about translating it. John Franklin Wiley served aboard nuclear submarines, where leadership under pressure wasn’t optional. After the Navy, John applied those same principles to build companies, lead nonprofits, and navigate private equity deals worth tens
Too many people are waiting — for the right time, the right resources, or permission they'll never get — while their dreams quietly collect dust. Dr. Deitra C. Payne, achievement and accountability coach and a woman who won big on Let's Make a Deal after surviving one of the hardest seasons of her life, knows exactly what it takes to
The self-help industry has spent decades telling you something is wrong with you – that you need to be fixed, healed, or optimized before you can live the life you want. But what if the entire premise is the problem? What if you’re not broken at all – just blocked? In this thought-provoking talk, John Franklin Wiley draws on his
Trust is the foundation of every high-performing team, but it doesn’t happen by chance. The Chemistry of Trust explores how leaders and teams intentionally build trust through daily choices, behaviors, and practices. Participants will dive into the five key elements of trust that create thriving, collaborative, and resilient teams. Through engaging discussion, research-backed insights, and real-world examples, attendees will learn
Most business owners have a number in their head – what they think their company is worth. Most of them are wrong. Not because they’re bad at business, but because they’ve never looked at their company through a buyer’s eyes. In this straightforward, no-pitch talk, John Franklin Wiley – a Certified Exit Planning Advisor and strategist who has evaluated over
Lear ways to change your lifestyle to help your brain and body stay healthy for a long and fruitful life. Currently, an estimated 50 million people worldwide are living with dementia, including more than 5 million Americans. Barring any developments in prevention or treatment methods, this number is projected to reach nearly 14 million by 2050. The disease also affects
Every life has a moment where the plan stops working. A career ends. A business fails. A health crisis hits. What separates the people who stay stuck from the ones who rebuild isn’t talent or luck – it’s the willingness to pivot without losing yourself in the process. Drawing from his own experience rebuilding across multiple industries and life stages,
I hear it all the time. "I'm in pain, but that's normal because I'm getting older." But, no, being in pain is not normal, and in this presentation, I discuss how you can take control of your pain and increase your production both at work and in your life.
We live in a world obsessed with data, metrics, and analysis. But the most consequential decisions – the ones that change a career, a company, or a life – almost never come from a spreadsheet. They come from the quiet knowing that something is right before you can prove it. John Franklin Wiley has spent 40 years operating at the
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