Carole’s keynotes serve as insightful guides with thought-provoking ideas and helpful ways of understanding the inner workings for those struggling with daily life challenges — including domestic violence and abuse.
Composed of three insightful learning principles that provide thought-provoking ideas and helpful ways of understanding the inner workings for those struggling with daily life challenges.
As humans, our journey toward self-acceptance is a perpetual exploration. By delving into the core elements that define our relationship with ourselves, we unlock new avenues for personal growth, liberation, and the removal of barriers that stifle our authentic expression.
Who we become is shaped by our thoughts—we can embrace, value, and cherish ourselves for who we were yesterday, who we are today, and who we aspire to be tomorrow.
Learning how to uncover and listen to the inner dialogue we have inside of us that speaks to our own sense of validation is a life-changing and freeing revelation!
The rising stars within an organization are those who take initiative, demonstrating their ability to accomplish remarkable feats independently. Leaders who can tap into this raw talent and direct it toward the organization's purpose can achieve remarkable results. However, with no two executives alike, establishing benchmarks for success across vastly different departments, such as sales and creative, can prove challenging. As organizations adopt flatter hierarchies, determining which emerging talents will drive key initiatives and grooming them for senior leadership becomes increasingly critical.
This keynote and workshop is built upon proven strategies for identifying emerging executive talent and assessing their skill sets. She offers techniques for uncovering each individual's unique talents, pinpointing where they align with the organization's current structure, and anticipating changes as their professional development evolves. Additionally, Carole provides insights into maintaining ongoing engagement with the organization's purpose, ensuring continued growth and alignment among rising executives.
"Unlocking the potential of rising stars isn't just about nurturing talent; it's about igniting a constellation of leadership that illuminates the path to organizational greatness."
Believe it or not, every organization has a purpose. While it may seem simple - to sell more donuts or achieve higher investment yields - beneath the surface of mission statements filled with buzzwords, a meaningful purpose usually lurks. Why did the organization start? Who cared enough to create it? What does it need to thrive?
Merely informing employees of the organization's purpose won’t necessarily motivate everyone to show up on time and give their all. Each individual is unique, with different motivations. However, everyone desires to feel valued, relevant, and able to contribute. The challenge lies in connecting these passions and needs to the organization’s overarching purpose.
In this inspiring presentation, Carole illustrates how purpose must be tailored for different types of employees and stakeholders. The results can effectively transform an organization, creating something new from the foundation of the old.
An impressive title doesn’t automatically confer leadership qualities, nor does it guarantee success. Carole demonstrates that leadership itself is not the final destination but rather the beginning of a real journey. This journey is guided by the organization and the individuals within it. What does this mean for a leader striving to navigate their vision and ensure the organization’s success?
With the proven technique of creating Learning Organizations, Carole walks through the four different concepts of leadership cognition. A virtuoso leader can use those concepts to conduct an organization as smoothly as an orchestra. From Organization-Making to Meaning-Management, she outlines methods of successfully performing leadership rather than merely acting leadership.
What if every Monday, your team couldn’t wait to return to work? While it may seem impossible to get every employee fully aligned with your vision, the truth is, people yearn for a reason to rise in the morning. In healthcare, particularly, individuals excel when they believe they are contributing to a greater purpose beyond just earning a paycheck.
Integral to this purpose is empowerment. When team members fail to recognize their own capabilities and strengths, they perceive their purpose as unattainable and become less invested in the organization’s goals. They may even view these goals as conflicting with their own. Carole guides you through the process of aligning purpose, demonstrating how this approach can apply across all levels of an organization.
Can this strategy be effective for every employee, from hourly-wage maintenance staff to nationally-recognized surgeons? Carole illustrates how to transform the narrative for employees who may feel undervalued or marginalized, fostering an environment where each individual can discover their personal pathway to a fulfilling work life.
Developing employees personally and professionally can be one of the most rewarding aspects of leadership. It's a given that successful leaders surround themselves with individuals who challenge both the status quo and themselves. However, nearly every employee carries unseen baggage from their educational background, past jobs, and personal lives.
Compassionate leaders actively seek to nurture the growth of their people. Yet, it's crucial to recognize that the behavior a leader tolerates is essentially promoted to anyone who witnesses it. Identifying potential pitfalls, reshaping the narrative, and ensuring employees are deeply committed to their purpose are among the strategies Carole presents to tackle these challenges head-on.
Carole instills the concept that the future of an organization relies on the individuals entrusted to lead it. She emphasizes that developing these individuals doesn’t have to mean fostering problems. With the right approach and mindset, organizations can cultivate an environment of a thriving and resilient workforce.
As the host of the Girlfriends podcast, Carole brings her unique perspective and passion for justice to the forefront. With a focus on empowering those who have experienced domestic violence or abuse, Carole advocates for creating safe spaces where voices can be heard and healing can begin. Through her involvement, she inspires women to find strength in their stories and speaks out against injustices that affect us all.
Don’t worry! Carole covers many subjects and themes. Please reach out and inquire about a subject or propose a theme for a keynote that best fits your audience.
