Speaking Engagements
Dr. Amy Wood rises above quick-fix motivational hype with sustainable strategies for reaching higher levels of fulfillment and achievement.
Distinguished by the prestigious National Speakers Association, Dr. Wood is a powerful orator and teacher. She is known for positively influencing audiences of all sizes and types through keynotes, trainings, webinars, and workshops.
Dr. Wood speaks and trains in a variety of formats and time frames to promote personal development, professional development, and workplace wellness. And because she knows from experience that genuine change can’t happen without practice and reinforcement, she often combines presentations and workshops with follow-up coaching to ensure that learning lasts.
Speaking engagements have included:
- Florida Bar Association
- Illinois Women’s Conference
- New England Human Resources Conference
- National Diversity Council.
Speaking That Moves People Forward
From conferences to corporate trainings, Dr. Amy Wood delivers powerful experiences that elevate potential—reach out to book her for your next event.
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SIGNATURE TOPICS
All sessions offered by Dr. Wood can be delivered in-person or virtually. The duration can be customized to fit your needs, from 60-minute presentations and keynotes to full-day workshops.
Lawyer Like an Athlete
Based on Dr. Wood’s American Bar Association book by the same name, this practical program addresses stressors distinct to lawyering with elite approaches used by sports champions and other world-class achievers. The emphasis is on high-performance practices for building endurance, outsmarting burnout, and bringing your best self to work. Learn more about Dr. Wood’s services for attorneys.
Emotional Intelligence in the Age of AI: The Essential Human Advantage
As artificial intelligence transforms the workplace, the most accurate predictor of professional success is emotional intelligence (EQ)—the ability to understand yourself and others, and apply that understanding to achieve meaningful goals in collaboration with both humans and machines. This session covers empathy, adaptability, authentic connection, and other critical EQ skills that technology will never be able to replicate — all increasingly vital and valuable as AI advances.
Elevate Your Mindset for Greater Success
Any highly accomplished person will tell you that Henry Ford’s iconic quote, “Whether you think you can or you can’t – you’re right,” sums up the secret to professional and personal fulfillment. Influential people tend to share a powerfully positive and motivating perspective that is critical to success. Grounded in the proven science of cognitive-behavioral psychology, this session teaches the art of thinking in ways that reduce problems and attract opportunities. You’ll discover the enormous impact your own beliefs have on everything you do and experience, and then refine those beliefs to get better results.
Dealing with Difficult People
Many personal and professional situations involve interacting with clients, colleagues, community members, family, and other individuals who can test patience and push buttons. This session teaches strategies for handling tricky personalities with greater command – without losing your cool.
Resilience in Uncertainty
In today’s rapidly changing and often polarized world, many of us feel overwhelmed by stress and unpredictability. This seminar empowers participants with the skills and strategies needed to thrive amid constant disruption, division, and ambiguity. You’ll take away the skills necessary to help you and those around you feel steadier and more supported amid the turbulence.
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