Speaking & Keynotes
Courageous conversations, engaging keynotes, & interactive facilitation
Leslie & Jess are dynamic and inspirational facilitators, coaches, & speakers who connect with audiences of all backgrounds, professions, and ages.
They bring unique experiences to the speaking “floor” that encourage people to think more differently & bigger, to turn ideas into action.
They present in-person across the US & Europe as well as virtually across the globe.
Keynotes & Presentations
Bring a Get Courageous to your next live or virtual event with our 45-minute, 60-minute, & 90-minute interactive programs, delivered by one of our master facilitators and coaches. Select from the topics below or we will build a program just for you.
Click each title to learn about more about each Keynote Topic:
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Based off the writings of Brene Brown and her Dare to Lead Book/Research.
90 Minutes
Interactive
The role emotions play in our leadership
Diving into the Arena of Vulnerability
Creating Mutual Trust
The "Courageous Leader" workshop empowers professionals to embrace vulnerability, build mutual trust, and harness the power of emotional intelligence in leadership. Through engaging discussions and practical exercises, participants will explore how emotions influence decision-making and relationships, navigate the complexities of vulnerability in leadership, and cultivate trust within teams.
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The Courageous Feedback training program draws on emotional awareness, helping you deliver (and receive) feedback effectively.
Recognize your own emotions when delivering and receiving feedback
Describe how psychological safety/bravery and emotional awareness contribute to productive work environments
Recognize your ability to read others’ emotions
Discuss the effects of positive and developmental feedback
Reflect on how feedback can be used to develop leadership competencies
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Get Unstuck – Finding Your Motivation is a dynamic and engaging program designed to help individuals identify what’s holding them back, rediscover their purpose, and build the momentum needed to achieve their goals. Whether you’re navigating personal challenges, feeling unmotivated at work, or looking for a fresh perspective, this program offers practical tools and strategies to help you break free from inertia and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Objectives:
Identify Barriers: Understand the emotional, mental, or situational obstacles that are keeping you stuck.
Clarify Goals: Define what truly matters to you and create a vision for where you want to go.
Build Momentum: Develop actionable strategies to reignite your motivation and sustain progress over time.
Cultivate Resilience: Learn techniques to stay focused and adaptable when challenges arise.
Take Action: Create a personalized action plan to move forward with purpose and confidence.
This program empowers participants to take control of their journey, overcome roadblocks, and start living with renewed energy and enthusiasm.
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Virtual Keynote/Session
60 Minutes
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Ekta Vyas, Ph.D. says "The 21st-century change environment is evolutionary in nature." We say that strong EQ can help leaders lead through the torrents of change.
Leaders play a critical role in influencing an employees's change trajectory while simultaneously managing their own actions and behaviors. This program is designed to positively impact those key areas by exposing the Emotional Intelligence (EQ) skills most needed to positively impact the emotive responses to change in an organization.
Learners will understand how to leverage EQ skills to positively affect clients and peers during times of change. This program is designed to stimulate the use of emotional intelligence and communication skills around change.
Learning Objectives:
1) Learners will review 2 types of Change.
2) Learners will be able to demonstrate and justify why improving EQ is critical during times of change.
3) Learners will be able to understand the eight key EQ skills that impact change.
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Take a leap into your own gratitude practice.
Why does gratitude matter?
Why do we need to “practice” gratitude – shouldn’t it be natural?
How can creating a mindset of gratitude impact your life and health?
What should you know to build a culture of gratitude at work?
Participants will learn:
How gratitude impacts our brains and our health
Why approaching life with gratitude and appreciation isn’t our first instinct and how you can work to change that
What common perceptions people have about gratitude
How organizations can develop a culture of gratitude
Practical exercises for cultivating gratitude in your own life
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60 Minutes
Virtual or In-person
This transformative program empowers leaders and teams to embrace vulnerability, face challenges head-on, and foster a culture of trust and resilience. Attendees will learn to:
Understand the importance of psychological courage in driving personal and professional growth.
Cultivate actionable strategies to build courage within themselves.
Create environments that encourage openness, innovation, and authentic leadership.
Join us to explore how courage can be the catalyst for growth, innovation, and meaningful connections in your organization. Together, let’s redefine what it means to lead with heart and resilience.
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45, 60, or 90 Minutes
Interactive
Virtual or in-person
Professional boundaries refer to the ethical and physical limits that govern the behavior of individuals in a professional relationship. They define the scope of the responsibilities and expectations of each person and create a safe and appropriate environment for the exchange of services and information. These boundaries help to maintain the integrity and objectivity of the professional relationship and protect the well-being and privacy of all parties involved.
Participants will discover the power of clear professional boundaries in fostering respect, productivity, and well-being. Through practical strategies and real-world examples, you'll learn how to define, communicate, and maintain boundaries that protect your time, energy, and relationships. From identifying boundary challenges to navigating difficult conversations, this session equips you with actionable tools to thrive in your professional environment. Whether you’re a leader, team member, or entrepreneur, this program will empower you to set boundaries that lead to lasting success.
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60 Minutes
Virtual or In-person
Toolkit available online
Toolkit for Battling Imposter Syndrome. The program is an interactive program designed to further the understanding and combating imposter syndrome in the workplace. Participants will learn to identify symptoms, understand its impact on employee performance, and explore effective strategies for fostering a supportive culture. The program includes real-life case studies, practical tools, and conversations to empower professionals with enhancing employee confidence and organizational health.
This session is a crucial step towards nurturing a resilient, confident workforce and creating a positive work environment for yourself and others!
The objectives for the speaking engagement titled "Toolkit for Battling Imposter Syndrome":
Recognize and Identify Symptoms of Imposter Syndrome: Equip HR professionals with the skills to recognize and identify the signs and symptoms of imposter syndrome among employees. This includes understanding the psychological and behavioral indicators that may suggest an employee is experiencing self-doubt and feelings of inadequacy.
Understand the Impact on Employee Performance and Well-being: Provide insights into how imposter syndrome can negatively affect employee performance, productivity, and overall well-being. Highlight the consequences on team dynamics, organizational culture, and employee retention, emphasizing the importance of addressing this issue in the workplace.
Develop and Implement Supportive Strategies: Explore and discuss effective strategies and practical tools to create a supportive workplace culture that mitigates the effects of imposter syndrome. This includes fostering open communication, promoting a growth mindset, implementing mentorship programs, and using real-life case studies to empower employees and enhance organizational health.
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2025 Updates coming soon!
60-90 Minutes Virtual
Customized to fit your needs
As speakers & facilitators, the Get Courageous team have engaged audiences across the US in person and virtually. The have conducted hundreds of public seminars for a broad range of organizations. The Get Courageous speaking engagements range from large venues to intimate gatherings to virtual offerings where they deliver highly customized seminars, workshops, and keynotes.
The Get Courageous team will work with you to customize a perfect keynote speech or a half-/full-/multi-day program.
Our goal is to help motivate and energize participants to Get Courageous where it matters to them!
How Much, You Say?
Our Keynotes vary in pricing by type, length, travel time, customizations, & add-ons.
Virtual: $1,500.00-$10,000.00
In-person: $5,000.00-$25,000.00
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