From her days as a naval intelligence officer to her role as one of today’s most influential economists, Dr. Mary Kelly, Commander of the US Navy (Ret.), has carved out an unforgettable career in leadership. Former chief of police, professor, realtor, and director of human resources– Mary has spent over 25 years teaching and training more than 40,000 military and civilian personnel. She is now on a mission to spread her message of success to audiences worldwide, sharing the secrets to being a true leader in today’s workplace.
A high-energy keynote speaker, Mary Kelly is focused on using research, laughter, and experience to show professionals how to excel. Her relatable, no-nonsense approach inspires audiences to embrace their roles, surpass their goals, and plan for the future.
Mary is the author of 13 books on business growth, leadership, and today’s economy. She is a speaker, coach, and trainer who has worked with hundreds of organizations and companies across the globe.
“Navigating Turbulence” equips leaders with the skills, strategies, and resilience needed to steer their teams through times of crisis, overcome challenges, and embrace change.
Strategic Leadership During Crisis:
- Refine the art of strategic decision-making under pressure.
- Develop crisis communication skills that inspire confidence and maintain team morale.
- Understand successful crisis management across various industries.
- Build Resilient and Happy Teams During Challenges
- Recognize the psychological dynamics of resilience and its impact on team performance.
- Foster a culture of adaptability and innovation within your team.
- Implement strategies to bolster individual and collective resilience.
- See what happy workplaces are doing right and adapt those techniques.
Embrace Change Management:
- Master the principles of effective change leadership.
- Use Mary’s toolkit for leading teams through organizational transitions.
- Gain insights into how to manage resistance.
Using the acronym, P.I.V.O.T. leaders reinvigorate their teams with a sense of purpose; they are prepared to inspire and influence others every day, they assess volatile situations in the right way, they see opportunities when others see only problems, and make sure their teams have the tools, techniques, training, and tactics they need to succeed.
This program is for executives, managers, and leaders across industries committed to enhancing their leadership skills and guiding their teams through the complexities of crisis, challenge, and change.
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