Leaders don’t make this extrinsic motivation mistake

Leaders don’t make this extrinsic motivation mistake.  Leaders must balance intrinsic and extrinsic Motivation in different ways to effectively motivate and engage their teams.  First, let’s define the differences:  Intrinsic Motivation is an inner Drive—having a more profound inner meaning to do your work. It is work done without the need for external validation or […]

Investing in Inspiration – The ROI of Motivational Speakers for Business & Careers

Keeping employees motivated can feel like a constant battle. But what if there was a way to inject a shot of inspiration and get your team firing on all cylinders? Motivational speakers offer a powerful solution, delivering a return on investment (ROI) that benefits both your business and your employees’ careers. The best motivational speakers are more […]

Leadership Motivational Speech for Team Success

Leaders, Here is a motivational speech for your team’s success; feel free to use it to elevate your team. In our success story, there is teamwork. It’s not about individual achievements but the collective effort of a team that propels us forward.  Together, we rise. Motivation is the fuel that drives us, but it is […]

Leading with Urgency: Inspiring Action and Drive in Your Team

Do you feel that your team needs to be more proactive or motivated? They may need urgency.   Leaders play a crucial role in instilling a sense of urgency in their teams. Urgency is not just a buzzword; it is a mindset that drives action, fuels motivation, and propels a shared purpose.  Urgency propels people forward […]

Three Steps to Manage Uncertainty

Managing uncertainty can be challenging, but here are three steps to help you navigate through uncertain times:  1. Embrace the Unknown: The first step in managing uncertainty is to embrace the unknown rather than resisting it. Uncertainty is a natural part of life, and trying to control or avoid it can lead to more stress […]

How to Develop the Inner Wisdom in Leadership

Do you sense you have the power to lead people? You can be a great leader by developing the leader inside you.  Each one of us has the potential to be a leader, inspire others, and make a positive impact. It all starts with believing in yourself and embracing the qualities that make you a […]

How are you feeling? Really.

Emotional Scientist and Keynote Speaker Dr Marc Brackett says our emotions have information. Our feeling are influencing us. We need to listen.​ ​The question we are all asked more than any other is, How are you? The glib answer we throw around is the same every time. I’m good.  But how can you always be good? You […]

How to Implement the Ideas Shared by a Great Keynote Speaker.

How many times have we left a keynote speech feeling energized, motivated, and brimming with ideas? The keynote speaker’s passion is contagious, and you’re ready to take on the world – Especially if you have just walked out of Jody Urquhart’s session (Okay, enough with the self-plugging, haha!). But then, reality sets in. Daily routines, competing priorities, […]

Coffee, Chaos, and Conquering Deadlines – Your Guide to Workplace Zen.

In the grand arena of the modern office, chaos reigns supreme and deadlines lurk around every corner. Finding a semblance of workplace Zen can seem like an impossible dream. You may want to plug in some inspiration from a funny motivational speaker to get you rolling through the day. However, finding the right one that hits the […]

Daily Motivation – Tips to Keep Your Team Inspired and Productive

Maintaining team motivation is a challenging yet crucial task. As a keynote speaker and one of North America’s most influential women motivational speakers, Jody Urquhart understands the importance of daily motivation in fostering an inspired and productive workforce. In this blog, we have curated some effective tips to help you keep your team engaged and driven every […]