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Day 1
Mark J. Carpenter
The Secret to Highly Motivated Teams
In this Expert Leadership Summit session, Marc Carpenter shared insights on fostering team motivation through genuine appreciation of individual contributions. He emphasized the importance of specific, personalized recognition over general praise, highlighting its positive impact on employee morale and productivity.
Angela Sutton, Ph.D
How to Make People Want to Act
What if true leadership isn’t about having all the answers—but about unlocking motivation through empathy, story, and shared purpose? You’ll walk away with practical frameworks expert leaders use to make people feel seen, safe, part of the process—and inspired to act.
Neil Gordon
The Most Powerful Sentence of All Time
In this Expert Session, Neil Gordon, author of “The Most Powerful Sentence of All Time,” discussed how to craft persuasive messages. He emphasizes identifying a core idea, a “silver bullet,” that encapsulates the essence of a message. This core idea, strategically placed, empowers the audience by convincing them that positive change is possible, resulting in greater engagement and impact.
Dr. Jennifer Knowles
The Illegal Lemondade Stand: The 4Cs of Change
In this Expert Session, Dr. Jennifer Knowles shared her inspiring story of turning a negative experience (her children’s lemonade stand being shut down due to permit issues) into a positive change, influencing kidpreneurship laws in 17 states. She introduced her 4C model of change, a practical framework for personal and professional transformation.
Derek Doepker
The 3 Archetypes for Successful Leadership
In this Expert Session, Ray Brehm and Derek Doepker discuss three leadership archetypes: the practitioner, role model, and researcher. They explain how authors can leverage these archetypes to build credibility and overcome imposter syndrome. The speakers emphasize that authors can combine these archetypes and strategically use them to create compelling content and connect with their audiences.
Paul Brodie
Building Your Email List: With 70% Opt-in Rate!
In this Expert Session, two publishing experts discuss strategic list-building techniques. They emphasize the importance of consistency in offering valuable lead magnets and engaging with your audience. Using tools like timers to create urgency and leveraging partnerships for cross-promotion are key strategies for successful list growth.
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Day 2
Gregory K Mohr
Franchise Mastery: Find Your Perfect Fit
In this Expert Session, Greg Mohr, a franchise and entrepreneurial expert, discusses his three-step process for helping entrepreneurs find the right franchise opportunity. This involves assessing their past experiences, current resources, and future goals. He emphasizes the importance of understanding a client’s “why” and matching them with franchises that align with their skills and desires, while also providing guidance on financing options like SBA loans and self-directed 401Ks.
Ellen Eatough, MA, and Dennis Duff, MSU
The R.E.A.L. Formula for
Epic Love
In this Expert Session, Ellen Eatough and Dennis Duff of the Golden Love Academy shared their journey in helping older singles and couples find fulfilling relationships. They emphasized the importance of “recreating your relationship reality field” by identifying and releasing limiting patterns, elevating your energy frequency, avoiding assumption traps, and living and loving generously. Their “REAL” formula and free Epic Love Map guide help individuals and couples take steps toward achieving greater intimacy and love.
R.J. De Rossi
Escape The Grind: Master The Flow State
In this Expert Session, RJ De Rossi, a speaker and author, discusses his journey from a struggling high school student to a leader in neuroscience-based practices and peak performance. He emphasizes the importance of flow state—a state of deep focus and engagement—for both individual and team success, highlighting its connection to creativity, productivity, and emotional well-being. DeRossi offers a free PDF, “The 15-Minute Team Flow Reboot,” to help listeners cultivate flow in their work environments.
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Day 3
J.R. Vincent
The Power of Planning: How to Get Big Things Done (Even If You're Not Naturally Organized)
In this Expert Session, J.R. Vincent, author of the upcoming book "You'd Mom Never Said," shares her unique approach to managing creative projects and leadership. Her system emphasizes detailed planning, breaking down large tasks into smaller, manageable steps with built-in buffer time. She stresses the importance of visualizing the end result, even using references and examples from others' work as a starting point, describing this as "fun homework." Vincent highlights the importance of proactive work and starting projects early. Get a goal-planning sheet available on her website.
Andrew Wittig
Unlock Your Leadership Potential: From Self-Discipline to Serving Others
In this Expert Session, Andrew discusses leadership principles applicable to various life aspects. He emphasizes the crucial role of self-leadership, built through keeping promises to oneself, even small ones. He connects self-discipline to self-belief and overcoming self-doubt, highlighting the importance of proactive action over inaction.
Rachael Draper Ph.D.
AI Anxiety Relief: Real-Time Emotional Help
In this Expert Session, Rachael Draper, PhD, discusses her AI-assisted anxiety relief app, designed to offer on-demand emotional regulation. The app uses a three-step process (regulate, relate, reason) incorporating breathwork, somatic release, and AI-driven chatbots to guide users through emotional distress. Draper envisions future integration with biosensors for automatic dysregulation detection, further streamlining the process and making mental health support more accessible.
Dane Deutsch
Becoming a Leader: The Tricycle Effect of Character in Leadership
In this Expert Session, Dane Deutsch talks about how openness to learning and good character are keys to becoming an author with authority. He shares some self-coaching tips and explains the “tricycle effect.” This is a must watch for every author.
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Day 4
Dr. Benjamin Koen
Achieve Inner Peace, Outer Success using the S.E.A. Method
In this Expert Session, Dr. Ben Koen discussed his S.E.A. Method, a process for helping high-achievers find fulfillment in all areas of life. The method involves a five-factor assessment (body, mind, spirit, emotions, relationships) and a three-step process (See, Experience, Act) that uses visualization and music to change unconscious patterns. He shared a compelling client story showcasing the method’s effectiveness, and offered a free S.E.A. Meditation Guide.
Debby Harrison
Triumph Over Terror: Becoming a Leader after Trauma
In this Expert Session, Debby Harrison, author of Triumph Over Terror, shares her personal experience of overcoming rape and offers support to victims and their families. She details the stages of trauma recovery, emphasizing the importance of available resources and community support. Debby’s website provides free access to these resources, including workbook pages and contact information for additional help.
Chris Behnke
Flipping The 80/20 Rule
In this Expert Session, Chris Behnke discusses the Nexus Profile, a system helping leaders build high-performing teams by focusing on individual motivational drivers and flipping the 80/20 rule. He explains how understanding these drivers allows for better team building, improved productivity, and a stronger company culture. Attendees of the summit receive free access to a workshop and the Nexus Profile assessment, normally valued at $500, to unlock these benefits.
Kristy Bailey
The Five Steps To Self-Love After Divorce
In this Expert Session, Kristy Bailey, an author and speaker, shared her journey of transforming divorce pain into self-discovery. She detailed a three-phase process: getting real, letting go, and growing, culminating in self-love. Listeners learned about her five action steps to self-love and resources available at divorceupside.com.
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Day 5
Patrick Nessenthaler, CFA, CAIA, MAI, CRE
Leaving Your Comfort Zone: Pursuing New Opportunities
In this Expert Session, Patrick Nessenthaler discussed his user-friendly large language model (LLM) and its upcoming launch. He also shared his passion for teaching at the University of Louisville, emphasizing the importance of impacting young minds and inspiring them to pursue their dreams. Finally, he encouraged listeners to step outside their comfort zones and pursue new endeavors, highlighting his own experiences of embracing change and new opportunities.
Torah Mathews, MBA
8 Steps to Heal Trauma-Induced Distress
In this Expert Session, Torah Mathews, a coach specializing in helping Christian business owners overcome trauma-induced mental and financial distress, discussed the impact of trauma on mental and financial well-being. She outlined her eight-week coaching program, emphasizing a personalized approach focusing on uncovering root causes and building resilience through a faith-based framework.
Dr. Dan Sullivan
5 Secrets to Effortless Storytelling and Sales
In this Expert Session, Dr. Dan Sullivan, a chiropractor and best-selling author, discusses how to sell effectively using principles inspired by Jesus’ communication style. He emphasizes the power of storytelling, strategic questioning, and tone of voice to connect with audiences and build trust. Dr. Sullivan offers several free resources, including a storytelling formula and his book, The Trust Formula, to help listeners improve their communication skills.
James S Warson MD FACS
Is Your Riding Style Hurting Your Back?
In this Expert Session, Dr. James Warson, a neurosurgeon specializing in equestrian injuries, discusses his career journey and expertise in rider health and safety. He highlights common spinal and other issues faced by riders, emphasizing the importance of proper riding posture and equipment, as detailed in his book, The Rider’s Pain-Free Back. Dr. Warson also stresses the importance of matching a rider’s body type and style with a horse’s gait for optimal comfort and injury prevention.
Rob Kosberg
There are Only 3 Ways To Build Your Audience
In this Expert Session, Rob Kosberg shares his extensive experience in list building, detailing the evolution of his methods over the years from traditional advertising to leveraging digital platforms. He emphasizes the importance of having a solid offer and highlights various strategies for generating leads, including paid ads, content creation, and outreach. The discussion also touches on the significance of nurturing relationships with past clients and utilizing tools like webinars and low-ticket products to build an engaged email list.
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