Speaking
Keynotes
Warm, funny, genuine,
refreshing, thought-provoking.
AHA Your Life:
Closing the gap between good ideas and purposeful action
Everyone has had a great idea or a sudden insight or clarity. The lightbulb goes on but before long the inspiration wears off. The power of the epiphany gets stuck in the gap without us taking the steps to meaningful action. Through humorous anecdotes and thought-provoking principles, Laurel Vespi demonstrates how we can take advantage of our AHA moments to be more productive and ultimately successful.
The Power of One:
A simple formula for creating positive impact
Everyone wants to feel that they are making a difference; but sometimes we question the impact that one person can have. In her empowering and inspirational keynote address, Laurel Vespi will share a simple formula for creating the kind of positive impact you can have in your family, your workplace, your community and the world.
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Stuck to Started:
Finding the sweet spot between going with the flow and getting stuff done
With all the best intentions of getting something done, it’s a common experience to put off starting for another day. With endless distractions and fluctuating motivation, taking the first step to achieving a goal or task can be daunting. It’s no fun being stuck in the gap between “I want to” and “I did”. In this refreshing and candid session, you will discover why you put things off and some practical strategies for kicking yourself into action.
Getting Stuff Done:
Mastering your to-do list with mindful productivity
One of the most common complaints is there is just not enough time. In this session you’ll discover the secret to time management and a whole new approach to getting things done. You'll learn about the most common time wasters and time boosters as well as a simple strategy for organizing your time more effectively. You will come away with practical tips and tricks for cultivating mindful productivity that you can begin using immediately.
Mindfulness in a Multi-tasking Workplace:
How to be more present and less distracted
Multi-tasking is risky business for organizations that value efficiency, accuracy and employee engagement. Even though we know that multi-tasking is an unproductive use of our time, we still give into the habit of trying to do more than one thing at a time. Workplace expectations have not quite caught up with current research that shows that multitasking simply doesn’t work. In this candid and practical session, participants learn simple strategies they can begin using immediately to be more focused and less stressed in the workplace.
Burnt!
A daily approach to building stress resilience and avoiding burnout
No matter how much you love your work, by the end of a stressful day juggling multiple demands, it’s no wonder you go home feeling stretched to the max. In this refreshing and practical session, you will learn some simple and ready-to-use mindfulness strategies that can help you manage stress, regain a sense of calm and purpose while cultivating personal and professional resilience. You will be able to deal more confidently with the daily challenges of a busy environment and bounce back with greater ease when things feel overwhelming.
You Can't Stop the Waves:
A positive approach to managing change
No matter how much you love your work, by the end of a stressful day juggling multiple demands, it’s no wonder you go home feeling stretched to the max. In this refreshing and practical session, you will learn some simple and ready-to-use mindfulness strategies that can help you manage stress, regain a sense of calm and purpose while cultivating personal and professional resilience. You will be able to deal more confidently with the daily challenges of a busy environment and bounce back with greater ease when things feel overwhelming.
Get Off Your 'But':
Practical strategies for managing the obstacles that hold you back
People who achieve their goals consciously plan for success. Managing obstacles is a natural part of that process. No matter what goal you are working toward, you will encounter at least one obstacle. Somewhere along the way, something will happen that will slow you down or stop you in your tracks.
The Presence Effect:
Why how you show up determines what happens next
People who achieve their goals consciously plan for success. Managing obstacles is a natural part of that process. No matter what goal you are working toward, you will encounter at least one obstacle. Somewhere along the way, something will happen that will slow you down or stop you in your tracks.
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Workshops & Breakout Sessions
Inspiring talk
Good way to start the day.
Very informative and easy to listen to
Wow! I really enjoyed this session!
Thought-provoking
Captivating
Thoughtful & inspiring
The best part of this session was everything!
Bring her back!
Excellent, vibrant speaker
Very enlightening.
Very informative
Loved it – great message and presentation
I loved every moment of Laurel’s session
Best session of the day. Informative, entertaining
Laurel was exceptional .. very knowledgeable, inspirational and an engaging speaker
Fantastic!
Lunch &
Learns
Inspire your staff with a lunch & learn session!
This affordable option provides bite-sized learning to build skills, boost engagement and energize staff. Lunch & learns (in-person or via webinar) are a value added supplement to your regular training and staff development programs.
Popular topics include:
- Simplify Your Life: Clearing Out the Clutter that Holds You Back
- Cultivating Resilience: Thriving in the midst of pressure, change or challenges
- Loving the Chaos: A New Approach to Life Balance
- Top Ten Personal Habits
- and more ...
Rave Reviews
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Uplifting, Timely and Encouraging
Janice Allen
Transalta Corporation
Absolutely Love Her!
Lamar Saunders
Humanacare
Top Highlight at our Conference
Diane Cudney
Customer Service Supervisor
Cargill Agriculture Supply Chain North America
Highly Engaging, Interactive and Relevant
Abigail Parrish-Craig
MacEwan University
Something Bigger than Yourself
Tammy Lautner
City of Fort Saskatchewan
Laurel inspired the Whole Room
Linda Thompson-Brown BA , MSc
Community Services Department Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
Professional, Relevant and Inspiring
Sheryl Hansen
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Energetic and True Motivational Speaker
Yvonne Verklan
CSGNA Conference
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