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Leadership expert & former White House advisor

Betsy Myers

Transform leadership culture with Betsy Myers, speaker and leadership development expert. Betsy works with organizations worldwide to enhance team productivity, relationship-driven leadership, and workplace diversity, delivering impactful insights from her experience in Obama and Clinton administrations.

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Betsy Myers, Speaker | Leadership Expert & Author
Betsy Myers

Betsy Myers

Boston, United States

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At a glance

  • Renowned leadership development expert
  • Founding Director of Center for Women & Business at Bentley University
  • Sought-after speaker on leadership, teamwork, and diversity topics
Betsy Myers is a highly respected authority in the field of leadership development, renowned for her work with organizations and individuals worldwide in shaping the next generation of leaders. With an impressive business, government, political, and academic background, Myers brings a fresh perspective to the table in her book Take the Lead. In this insightful piece, she offers valuable advice on how to effectively motivate, inspire, and influence both individuals and groups. Myers is a sought-after speaker, delivering engaging presentations on a wide range of topics including leadership, teamwork, diversity, career development, and women's issues. Through her talks, she guides attendees towards unlocking their full potential and maximizing productivity. Drawing from her extensive experience, Myers shares her seven core principles for increased productivity, engagement, and overall success. Currently, Myers serves as the Founding Director of the Center for Women & Business at Bentley University, a role that allows her to continue making a significant impact on the world of leadership. She has also held prominent positions in the Obama and Clinton administrations, as well as at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. When it comes to her speaking engagements, Myers covers a variety of thought-provoking topics. She explores the concept of relationship-driven leadership, emphasizing the importance of honoring feelings in leadership roles. Additionally, she highlights successful leadership models such as that of Nancy Pelosi. Myers also delves into the significance of building communities of connection and sheds light on emerging leadership trends for the 21st century. Overall, Betsy Myers is a highly accomplished and respected individual in the field of leadership development. Her expertise, combined with her diverse background, allows her to offer valuable insights and guidance to individuals and organizations seeking to excel in their leadership roles.

Topics, sessions and talks

6 Emerging Leadership Trends For The 21st Century
Leadership is undergoing a radical transformation in the 21st century, challenging C-Level executives and managers with unprecedented changes in technology, demographics, and the global economy. Adapting to these shifts requires a breakthrough approach that inspires people, builds community, and establishes trust. The successful new leader must integrate both hard and soft traits. In this keynote, attendees will learn from Betsy Myers about the six key trends disrupting organizations: a new leadership model integrating head and heart, a leadership profile based on authenticity, a work model focusing on purpose, and the empowerment of women and millennials.
10 Ways That Relationships Drive Results
Relationships are the key to success for every leader. And results reflect the reservoir of goodwill you have with your team, colleagues and customers. Ask yourself this question openly and honestly — How do the people around you feel about you? The Answer will determine how successful you are. And, you can only be successful if you understand how human connection helps you achieve objectives. This keynote will explain and analyze 10 ways that leaders today can build rich relationships to drive sustained results: — Self-Awareness — be willing to admit mistakes; own your actions; accept feedback gracefully — Heart Skills — authenticity, generosity, appreciation, and inclusion — Transparency — honesty, vulnerability and trust — Listening — hear everyone who has a voice; be a first-class noticer; observe
Leadership That Honors Our Feelings
There is a clear need for a new style and approach to business leadership, one that places primacy on how our actions and our leadership are making other people feel.
How Leaders Are Building Communities Of Connection
It feels like America is in a vulnerable place today. Regardless of race, income, age, gender or geographic location, many Americans feel that some of our biggest problems aren’t being addressed and our political system isn’t working. We see similar frustrations in our companies, where workers are disengaged and management is struggling to retain its best employees. The results are also profound in families, where divorce, addiction and social isolation have taken their toll.

Why we recommend booking Betsy

Betsy brings a wealth of experience from her roles in business, government, and academia, offering you fresh, actionable insights on leadership and team dynamics. Her engaging presentations on topics like diversity, career development, and women's issues will inspire your team to unlock their full potential. Booking Betsy means investing in a transformative experience that will elevate your organization's productivity and success.

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Testimonials

Betsy Myers enthralled our audience by sharing personal experiences that motivated and inspired our audience to utilize their personal power and step into leadership. She was engaging and creative in her presentation and we left with a greater understanding of our personal power and how we can each make a difference.

Trish Hatch

We brought Betsy into our workplace as part of a pilot employee networking program, and she facilitated a well-attended session. The feedback we received was overwhelmingly positive and our team is already using the strategies they learned to break down silos and create better employee alignment and job satisfaction.

Theresa Sciarappa

VP, Massechusets Medical Society

The session with Betsy Myers is transformative for our participants. Betsy creates an intimate setting where participants reflect deeply about themselves as leaders, they recognize their strengths through their challenges, and they carry this inspiration forward.

Laurie Hird

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What is Betsy Myers's speaking style like?
Betsy delivers engaging, insightful presentations that motivate and inspire. She draws on extensive leadership experience to offer practical advice, helping audiences unlock potential and achieve greater productivity and success.

What topics does Betsy Myers specialise in?
Betsy Myers specialises in discussing leadership development, diversity, women's issues and more.

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