Welcome Adam Braun: Sustainability Innovator & NYT Best-selling Author

Welcome Adam Braun: Sustainability Innovator & NYT Best-selling Author

We’re thrilled to be collaborating with Adam Braun once again on events with his new focus on organizational climate change efforts! Adam is a “for purpose” founder, serial entrepreneur and speaker leading the corporate charge to drive sustainability success and Net Zero outcomes across organizations with his company, Climate Club, which works with Fortune 500 companies to generate a competitive advantage through sustainability.

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The Power of Middle Managers (Yes, you read that right!)

The Power of Middle Managers (Yes, you read that right!)

It is no secret that a good manager can make or break your experience in the workplace. We’ve all been there and we know the Bad Boss tropes all too well: the nit-picky micromanager, the impossible-to-please CEO, or the ghost of a supervisor who has no idea what you do. However, whether you had a Miranda Priestly or a Michael Scott for a boss, not every relationship with middle management needs to be strained. In fact, could a better connection to and understanding of middle management actually be key to organizational success?

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Outspoken speaker and sociologist Dr. Rina Bliss's new book, 'Rethinking Intelligence' challenges convention

Outspoken speaker and sociologist Dr. Rina Bliss's new book, 'Rethinking Intelligence' challenges convention

In her new book, Rethinking Intelligence, genetics expert and professor Dr. Rina Bliss challenges our understanding of intelligence, explaining what it truly means to be “smart.” Through her research, she explains why conventional assessments are misleading and what everyone can do to optimize their potential. Unlearn the current ways of measuring intelligence (think: IQ scores) and hear more on how we should actually understand intelligence for human potential.

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The More You Know: What's in a Speaker Fee?

The More You Know: What's in a Speaker Fee?

It’s Tax Day here in the U.S., and whether you owe or you’re owed, money is certainly on your mind! When it comes to the money involved with paying for a professional speaker to participate at an event, it’s important to understand the factors that play into the cost associated with their participation. The agency you work with (work with us!) should be able to guide you through the nuances of any speaker fee quote, but sometimes it’s more complex than you might understand. Learn about the several factors to consider when understanding the cost of a keynote speaker for any type of event.

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Meet Ximena Vengoechea: Sharing Her Expertise on the Power of Listening 🎧 AND Rest 💤

Meet Ximena Vengoechea: Sharing Her Expertise on the Power of Listening 🎧 AND Rest 💤

Excited to share another new speaker joining Outspoken: Ximena Vengoechea! Ximena is a user researcher, writer, and illustrator whose expertise in personal and professional development helps startups and executives on user experience research and executive communication. Ximena has spent years facilitating conversations at companies like LinkedIn, Twitter, and Pinterest. Whether she’s speaking about listening and communication, design and user research, or the power of rest, her goal is to teach, inspire, and empower audiences to take action.

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