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Emily will work with you every step of the way to meet your objectives and plan a successful and fun event. No matter the topic, Emily’s sense of humor and enthusiastic love of life shine through as she entertains, educates and informs.
Keynotes
Emily’s most requested keynote presentations are on humor. These unique and creative presentations include lots of laughter, stories, props, audience participation, practical information, jokes and surprises - and of course Emily’s trademark dry sense of humor. Part humorist, part comedian and part educator, Emily brings out the best in her audience members and leaves them inspired by her upbeat message. Click on each link to find out more about the topics of Emily’s most requested keynote presentations. Suggested titles are included.
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Humor and Stress Management
This fun, entertaining and interactive presentation consistently gets rave reviews from a wide variety of audiences – conference attendees, association members, high school and college students, educational groups and corporation employees. It is Emily’s most requested keynote and is often the conference kick-off, luncheon presentation or closing keynote.
Come to this upbeat presentation and learn practical strategies you can use to reduce stress and add more humor, joy and fun to your life! Emily Ballance will show you how humor can improve communication and empower you and the people around you at work, at home and everywhere else. There’ll be laughter, jokes and surprises as we explore the physical, psychological and emotional benefits of humor. You’ll leave with a smile on your face and lots of suggestions to help you increase laughter, stimulate creativity, build self-esteem and just plain have more fun!
Suggested titles: Finding Humor and Purpose in the Midst of Life’s Circus ~ How to Reduce Stress, Survive and Thrive with Humor ~ Laughing at Work, at Home and In Between
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Humor and Healthcare
This presentation is similar to the above, but specifically directed toward those working in the healthcare industry. The emphasis is on using humor to manage stress and prevent burnout in the healthcare environment. It is perfect for Nurses Appreciation Day, healthcare conferences, luncheons, staff recognition events and community presentations.
Is your Jokacyte level low? Are you at risk for Hypohumorosis? Come to this upbeat presentation and find out! You’ll learn practical strategies you can use to reduce stress and prevent burnout in a healthcare environment. Emily Ballance will show you how humor can improve communication and empower you and the people around you at work, at home and everywhere else. There’ll be laughter, jokes and surprises as we explore the physical, psychological and emotional benefits of humor. You’ll leave with a smile on your face and lots of suggestions to help you increase laughter, stimulate creativity, build self-esteem and just plain have more fun!
Suggested title: How to Reduce Stress and Treat Hypohumorosis in Healthcare
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Humor and Diversity
This entertaining, thought-provoking and interactive presentation has been particularly well received by college students and young adults. Positive, affirming, inclusive humor is defined, emphasized and modeled. This presentation is great for leadership conferences, resident advisor training and special events.
Don’t miss this entertaining and interactive presentation with a different twist. You’ll look at diversity in a way you never have before. There’ll be lots of audience participation, stories and exercises with an emphasis on humor that is positive, affirming, inclusive, empowering and respectful of all people. In this fun, yet thought-provoking presentation, Emily Ballance will discuss the many benefits of humor as well as how to reduce stress, challenge beliefs, improve communication, strengthen relationships and diffuse tension in difficult situations. There’ll be lots of laughter, jokes and surprises; and you’ll leave with a smile on your face.
Suggested title: Positive, Affirming, Inclusive Humor – The Bridge that Unites Diverse Groups
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Presentations
Generations
Communication
Leadership and Management Skills
Work Life Balance
Marketing and Business
Understanding and Working with Different Ages
and Generations
Each age group and generation have their own characteristics. Not knowing what they are can affect coworker relationships, customer service, employee morale, productivity and profit. Come listen to the music of each generation as we discuss the unique talents, struggles, defining events and motivators of each. Learn how to understand and work with each group more effectively. *This seminar can also be presented with an emphasis on marketing.
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Motivating and Understanding Employees Under 30 (Millennials/Gen Y)
Employees, coworkers, students and family members in their 20’s (and late teens) think differently and perceive time, space and communication differently from those who are older. Come find out some of the reasons why, and how you can relate to and motivate this age group. Learn about the unique talents and struggles of this generation and how you can help them reach their full potential.
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Dealing with Annoying, Irritating and Frustrating People
in the Workplace
They waste your time, gossip about people, make sarcastic comments, borrow your stapler and keep it. Find out what it is about difficult people that gets to you and learn specific strategies to deal more effectively with them. Learn how to deal with different behaviors and make your communication more positive, direct and productive. Manage conflict and lower your own stress level.
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Communication Challenges between Men and Women
at Work
Yes, it’s true; we have different communication styles, approaches to work and ways of dealing with stress. You’ll learn to understand and appreciate these differences, send clearer messages and deal more effectively with conflict. We’ll look at common mistakes people make and identify skills that can improve communication and relationships at work and at home.
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How Women Can Work Together More Effectively
Tired of misunderstandings, other women’s complaints and people taking credit for your hard work? Find out how to deal with the problems specific to an all-female work environment. Learn specific skills to communicate more clearly and confidently so you can resolve conflicts before they escalate. Leave with new ideas to help you reduce stress, have more fun and strengthen your relationships with your coworkers and work team.
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Getting More than the Minimum from Your Employees
Happy, satisfied employees don’t leave! Learn practical strategies to retain motivated, dedicated and productive employees! Understand typical workplace motivation problems and deal with them before they escalate. Find out how to create stronger work teams and a positive, fun work environment that will improve overall productivity, communication and employee loyalty.
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Essential Skills for First Time Supervisors and Managers
Are you getting the respect you deserve and the commitment you need from your employees? Learn how to gain credibility and control from the start and how to bring out the best in your employees. Discover ways to communicate so that you get the results you want and identify the behaviors that don’t work. Leave with more confidence, new ideas and a better understanding of your role.
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Managing Stress and Preventing Burnout at Work,
at Home and in Life
Dragging yourself to work and back home? Come find out some of the reasons why. Learn how to put the zip and enthusiasm back into your work and life. Recognize early signs of stress and burnout and address them quickly. Leave with a plan for a healthier lifestyle and strategies for change.
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Five Secrets to a Happy, Healthy, Balanced Life
How do people do it, without the help of M&Ms, Snickers bars, or something worse? It’s possible! Learn 5 secrets that will help you feel better and find more balance in your life. We’ll look at what it takes to make healthy lifestyle changes as well as some creative approaches to wellness that you can incorporate immediately. You’ll learn strategies to help you reduce stress, eat healthier, set boundaries, manage weight, be more productive and just plain feel better.
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Holiday Stress Management for Working Women
Ho, Ho, Ho! – Are we having fun yet? Or are you wondering how you’ll juggle working, shopping, baking, wrapping and spending time with family and friends...And keep your sanity!?! Come take a humorous look at the stresses, expectations and pitfalls that trap us around holiday time. You’ll leave with lots of helpful survival tips - plus a plan to make your holidays more fun, more meaningful and more peaceful!
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Secrets of Great Customer Service
You won’t stay in business for long these days without great customer service. Find out what you need to do to attract new customers, keep them happy and keep them coming back. We’ll look at specific comments that help retain customers and others that drive them away. We’ll discuss our experiences with good and bad customer service and what we learned from it. You’ll leave with skills to improve customer relationships, build customer loyalty and increase sales.
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Market Your Business by Networking in Your Community
Networking is essential to your business success, especially if most of your potential clients live within your community. Yet many people are afraid to network or simply don’t know how. Come learn the secrets to effective networking and start building relationships that lead to more business. Bring your friends and your business cards! It’s fun and a lot easier than you think! (This is a fun program for a Chamber event!)
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Inexpensive and Creative Ways to Market Your
Small Business
Would you rather eat live insects than market your small business? Find out how to overcome common obstacles that may be holding you back. Come learn lots of new, inexpensive, fun and creative ways to market your business, service, or product. Bring your friends and your business cards. Leave with new ideas to increase your visibility and connect with your community and grow your business.
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