Each year on April 22, we celebrate the planet with Earth Day. It’s a reminder to do what we can to help protect the planet’s environment, as well as a celebration of all that the Earth does for us. We benefit from the natural world so much, from the air we breathe, to clean water, to the many benefits nature has for our mental health. Spending time outdoors has been proven to help restore our mental wellbeing. A positive mental health state contributes to productivity, focus, and happiness in the workplace. So, this Earth Day, enjoy all that the Earth offers -- plus take action to give back!
Read MoreA great keynote is inspiring, engaging, and unifies the audience under a common theme. While it’s an exciting honor to be a keynote speaker, it’s normal to feel a bit overwhelmed. So, if you’re unsure of where to start, or want some advice on how to elevate your speech to the next level, let me share my top tips for creating a memorable keynote speech!
Read MoreAchieving what you want in life doesn’t always look like immediate success or easy wins! Shannon Bahrke knows this all too well. Sometimes setbacks and failures end up being a catapult to your biggest wins. As an elite skier, Shannon achieved her goals on the U.S. Freestyle Ski Team, winning World Cup and National titles, medaling at several World Championships as well as earning an Olympic silver medal in 2002 and a bronze medal in 2010! During that time, she achieved those successes while overcoming major knee surgeries (two of them!), a broken jaw, shoulder surgery, and ankle surgery.
Read MoreA great public speaker captivates their audience, shares their knowledge, and leaves listeners feeling inspired!
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