Biography

Jody Holland holds a B.A. in Communications and an M.S. in Psychology. He has received specialized training and certifications in leadership, online instruction, course design, team-building, management, and personnel testing. A leader in building bold and successful cultures that result in increased engagement, retention, and profitability, Jody has helped thousands of companies achieve more success and fulfillment. Jody has had the opportunity to train and do business in 14 countries and all across the United States. Jody has worked with the Fortune 500 as well as small businesses from all industries. Jody has been the keynote speaker more than 300 times at conferences both in-person and virtually, and has trained more than 250,000 leaders. He has been the executive coach for hundreds of top executives.

Jody is the author of 19 books, which can be found on Amazon.com, including books on leadership, time management, sales, personal development, and organizational development. Jody has co-authored more than 30 training programs on supervision, management, leadership, sales, and service.

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Generational Diversity

There are currently four generations in the workplace, with a 5th generation rapidly approaching. At no time in our history have we had such diversity in thoughts and beliefs as we do now. The generational value cycles impact everything from the way that we hire, to the way that we lead and motivate, to our ability to be profitable in business. By understanding why each of the generations is who they are, teams are better prepared to be successful in their jobs. Whether you work in executive leadership, construction, healthcare, or the car industry, you have felt the effects of the youngest generation and the shift that happened in 2008.

Hypnotic Selling

The sales models of 20 years ago no longer work as well as they used to work. Buyers are different because the world is different. Because of this change in consumers, we have need to create a change in our approach in order to bring our sales back up to where they should be in every industry. The process of hypnotic selling combines the sciences of physiognomy, NLP, and conversational hypnosis. By using these three in perfect harmony, a salesperson is able to very quickly identify what it is that the prospect wants to buy, how much they are willing to spend, and how to get them to ask if they can buy. The sales process doesn't have to be difficult. In fact, using this model, it completely flips it to creating a "buying opportunity."

Authentic Communication

Our capacity to communicate is rooted in our biology. From the beginning, we have been able to express basic ideas about whether we are friendly, what we are seeking, and how we feel about another person. As we have developed our capacity for language, we have relied more and more on that component of communication and less on our ability to read others. In this program, participants learn how to listen, how to read others effectively, and how to control their messaging. This highly interactive program teaches teams to connect, develop trust, and accelerate their EQ. Being authentic is about understanding others, adapting to their needs
in communication, and inspiring them to trust you and work in harmony with you.

Turn Me On - The Art of Great Business Presentations

Turn Me On is a journey into how to give great presentations and to light a fire for your audience, whether they are a corporate team, a board, or even your association members. There are some very specific and measurable skills that must be mastered in order to elicit the perfect response from your audience. Great speakers are born, but they are born just like everyone else. The greatest of speakers learn the right skills, hone them, master them, and then share them with the world. This program has helped hundreds of executives present more confidently and be received more pleasantly. From hospital executives to lawyers, Jody has helped people find their rhythm and present like a pro.

Booksby Jody Holland

Selling Honor

Faces of Reality

Breakthrough Leadership

Hypnotic Selling

The 6 Demons of Fear

Success: A 12-Step Program

My Judo Life

Just Make Time

Living the Quest

The Quest: Discovering God's Call on Your Life

Turn Me On: Unleashing the Great Presenter in You

Leadership EVO

The Smart A.S.S. for Your B.S.

Yay! I'm a Supervisor! Now What?

A Life of Miracles

25 Activities in a Bag

Blog Posts

How Setting up Boundaries Creates Space for What Truly Matters

Learn how saying “no” and setting up boundaries can free hours each week, boost focus, and transform your work culture with leadership expert Lisa Bodell.

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Why Leadership Speakers Are Essential for Today’s Events

Looking for the top leadership speakers to bring to your next event? You're in the right place. Imagine you're sitting in an auditorium, coffee in hand, waiting for yet another keynote speech. You're expecting the...

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Unlocking a Magic Mindset and Your Audience’s Awe of Christophe Fox

Think magic is just smoke and mirrors? Think again. Christophe Fox transforms events into unforgettable experiences through magic and interactive engagement.

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Designing Events That Captivate and Convert Beyond Venue and Swag

Learn how intentional design—innovation, inclusion, and neuroscience—powers unforgettable event engagement and lasting impact.

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Crafting Personalized Health & Self‑Care Practices with Johnny Crowder

Everywhere you turn, someone is talking about health and self‑care rituals. Keynote speaker Johnny Crowder shares why true self‑care is not one‑size‑fits‑all.

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Elevate Your Event With These Skills: Insights from Gabriella Robuccio

Think event planning is all about checklists and timetables? Think again. Emmy‑winning strategist Gabriella Robuccio shares more on The Keynote Curators Podcast.

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