Michelle Ray

August 10, 2016 Marilyn Topics: Business, Change Management, Employee Engagement, Inspiration / Motivation, Leadership / Teambuilding / Coaching / Collaboration, Speaker, Virtual Presentations

Lead Yourself First

A former media executive and highly sought-after business speaker, Michelle Ray brings three valuable benefits to every presentation: a) solutions to minimize negativity in your organization; b) higher engagement and less drama at work; c) new strategies to manage change and uncertainty in your organization.

Take The Lead | Embrace Change | Own Your Future

Michelle challenges individuals, as well as clients and audiences, to take charge of themselves, shift perspectives, and discover their greatest potential. Her refreshing, uplifting, and common-sense message has inspired thousands of audiences with her simple yet powerful premise: Leadership is first and foremost a state of mind.

We all possess the ability to profoundly impact another person by the manner in which we conduct ourselves.  When we go out in the world with a happier disposition, we impact others positively. By our own demeanor, we create an energy force that has the power to change  attitudes and change lives. We should never underestimate  our own personal power!

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Michelle’s humorous, highly energized and insightful presentations offer a deeper understanding of the power of positive thinking and personal initiative, as well as specific tools to implement when faced with our own negative thinking. Whether your group needs an attitude adjustment, a tune-up or a makeover, audience members will experience a memorable keynote as they learn to practice personal leadership, as well as the true meaning of making a difference!

EXPECTED OUTCOMES FOR ATTENDEES

Implement immediate solutions with lasting impact
Decrease workplace stress and increase morale
Reverse negativity and improve productivity
Realign values to those of your organization
Re-energize attitudes to co-workers and management
Discover how to influence others with outstanding communication skills
Master the art of personal leadership

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Programs

Home Alone: How To Lead, Inspire and Engage Your Teams Remotely

Government and businesses are quickly adapting to the new reality as offices, retailers and industries of every description are telling their workforce to stay home and stay safe. The impact on work and culture will be unprecedented. It is highly likely that working from home will be the new norm for many, impacting workplace culture and permanently changing work patterns.

The key to success is exceptional, real-time communication. Your success will depend upon whether you have established strong relationships with each member of your team or leaders who you may not necessarily see in person on a regular basis, if at all.

Learning outcomes and benefits of attending this session:

Implement practical strategies to mitigate disengagement and “disconnect”
Master the art of meaningful connection and conversation when working remotely
Learn to lead effectively through different time zones
Keep team meetings on track and engaged with interactive, fun ideas
Establish high trust and greater awareness of team stressors and preferences

Leadership: It Starts with Me

Harness the Power of Personal Leadership

We’ve often heard the adage “everyone can be a leader”, but what does this mean? More importantly, how is this relevant to your organization and your people? The most practical answer is to think of leadership in terms of character, not position or title. A leader is someone at any level who has grasped the ability to take charge of their thoughts, and consequently their actions, in any situation.

We are often tested to be the best version of ourselves, regardless of our job function. Our attitudes directly impact the workplace atmosphere and the quality of our business relationships. We should never underestimate our personal power and ability to control our reality.

No More Drama!

Ditch the Dysfunction and Engage Your Workplace

The existence of people challenges of any description has consequences for your bottom line. Many individuals are working longer hours, spending more time with managers, co-workers, and computers than their own families. Stress levels have accelerated as organizations of every description feel the pressure of delivering results for their clients and shareholders in less time, with fewer resources. Teams are expected to be efficient, engaged and happy.

However, the demands of today’s workplace often take a toll on the most important resource of all…your people. Under these conditions, it is not uncommon for drama and chaos to reign.

Is your business equipped to deal with personality clashes, emotional explosions, “my way or the highway” mindsets, and other theatrics that undermine productivity and success? Are you ready to manage the high cost of low morale?

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Demystifying the Fear of Change

“Why is this happening?” “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” “We’ve always done it that way”: Three clichés that have become part of the dialogue when it comes to the topic of change. Learning how to manage ourselves around situations and events that are outside of our control is not as complex as you may think, although the process often necessitates a shift in perspective, readiness to let go of the old and willingness to embrace the new.

Retain the Best, Confront the Rest

How to Shake up your Organization in the War for Talent ©

The notion of having one job and having it for life does not hold any appeal for the new generation of talent. Those days are gone forever and unless organizations are willing to invest in them emotionally and financially‚ this savvy group will seize opportunities and leave you scrambling to replace them. They won’t accept complacency in their leaders or teams‚ and neither should you. In order to retain them, organizations and leaders need to focus on creating an outstanding culture that fosters high engagement, high morale and a happier atmosphere.