In today’s business environment, you need a self-improvement plan. Changing demands and uncertainty about the economy mean you need to be at your best professionally. And for many of us, that means getting better at one of our weaknesses.
How do you start this kind of plan, during busy times, when you may be tempted to postpone it? Take a strategic and actionable approach in this episode of our Quick Leadership Tips series. Some of the things you will learn include:
- What are some reasons why now is an important time to have a self-improvement plan;
- Why you should you start your self-improvement plan with a specific need that you can address;
- How you need to identify a small, bite-sized ways to start on your plan;
- Why you should identify the roadblocks that may keep you from learning something new;
- What can help you keep pursuing your self-improvement plan, on those days when you feel like quitting.
Let’s Make a Memorable Meeting!
And while he loves to be on stage, Ken is no stranger to the world of virtual presenting. After all, he spent more than a decade in TV news, where you are presenting directly to a camera lens and have to connect to an audience you can’t see. Ken also believes an engaging and productive virtual presentation needs to be fast paced, include audience participation, and be customized to the organization. It’s okay to have some fun too, especially when you’re taking about serious topics like being busy or effective. And Ken can also serve you as a Master of Ceremonies.
About Ken Okel
As a motivational keynote speaker, Ken Okel works with leaders and organizations to boost productivity, performance, and profits. At conferences, conventions, and company meetings, he engages leaders with new ways to help meet the challenges of a changing workplace. To see a sample of his keynote and workshop presentations, visit the videos page on his his website. When it comes to challenges, he’s been there, having worked in TV news, disaster relief, and professional ballet.
