SPEAKING TOPICS
Deirdre equips audiences with the tools to build H.I.M. (High-trust, Increase engagement, and Meaningful impact). Below are her signature topics that invoke the positive change desired by corporate teams and employees alike.
TOPIC #1
BUILDING HIGH-TRUST TEAMS:
The Foundation of Innovation & Productivity
Topic Overview:
Many teams operate in environments where fear, lack of transparency, and poor communication prevent true collaboration. This leads to burnout, workplace conflicts, and stalled growth. This keynote helps rebuild trust, increase retention, and foster workplace cultures of safety and innovation.
Key Concepts:
The psychology of trust and why it matters in leadership
How to foster psychological safety in the workplace
Practical trust-building strategies that increase engagement and innovation
FOR GENERAL SESSIONS/ENTIRE ORGANIZATIONS
COMPANY KEY BENEFITS FOR BUILDING HIGH-TRUST TEAMS
Individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their ideas freely, which can translate to a significant increase in job satisfaction and motivation.
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT
Trusting environments encourage employees to take risks, share new ideas without fear of judgment, and openly discuss potential challenges, which can lead to a higher rate of creative problem-solving and innovative solutions.
INNOVATION
Team members that trust each other are more likely to collaborate effectively, share information openly, and readily support one another, resulting in increased efficiency and output on projects.
PRODUCTIVITY
TOPIC #2
THE AUTHENTICITY ADVANTAGE:
Leading with Confidence & Impact
Topic Overview:
Many professionals struggle with imposter syndrome, fear of judgment, or feeling like they have to be “polished” rather than real. This leads to disengaged teams, workplace burnout, and a lack of innovation. This keynote guides teams and leaders from being stuck in fear and self-doubt to embracing their authentic voices and leading with impact.
Key Concepts:
Why authenticity builds trust and influence in leadership
How to overcome fear and perfectionism to step into your authentic power
The Authentic Impact Formula for creating high-impact teams
FOR FUTURE-FOCUSED LEADERS
KEY ADVANTAGES OF COMPANIES THAT HAVE AUTHENTIC LEADERS & EMPLOYEES
30%
23%
15%
INCREASE IN EMPLOYEE TRUST
RISE IN OVERALL TEAM PERFORMANCE
REDUCTION IN EMPLOYEE TURNOVER
TOPIC #3
BREAKING FREE FROM PERFECTIONISM:
The Key to Sustainable Success
Topic Overview:
Many professionals and leaders are stuck in a cycle of overthinking, procrastination, and burnout because they fear making mistakes. This results in missed opportunities, delayed decisions, and a lack of fulfillment in their careers. This keynote shares how to break the cycle of perfectionism and help people move forward with clarity, confidence, and conviction.
Key Concepts:
The Perfectionism vs. Excellence mindset shift
How to take bold, imperfect action while maintaining high standards
Strategies for overcoming fear of judgment and stepping into your leadership
FOR SALES TEAMS/ENTREPRENEURS
WHAT IS H.I.M.?
H.I.M. - High-trust, Increased engagement, Meaningful impact
is the results of implementing The Authentic Impact Formula that transforms workplaces and helps leaders move from hesitant to highly influential.