Dr. Taryn Marie Stejskal is a globally recognized expert on resilience, dedicated to empowering individuals, teams, and organizations to thrive and achieve success. With over twenty years of research, she has developed the highly acclaimed Five Practices of Highly Resilient People framework, which she shares through speaking engagements and as the Founder and Chief Resilience Officer of the Resilience Leadership Institute. Dr. Taryn Marie is the foremost international authority on resilience and mental well-being. She has delivered impactful presentations to diverse audiences, ranging from large conferences to intimate executive gatherings, inspiring them to navigate challenges and embrace change effectively. LA Progressive magazine acknowledged her expertise and insights, which recognizes her as the go-to person and secret weapon for organizations seeking a competitive edge in the market. As a Wall Street Journal best-selling author of the book "The Five Practices of Highly Resilient People: Why Some Flourish When Others Fold," Dr. Taryn Marie has received standing ovations for her talks on various topics such as change, leadership, confidence, innovation, and resilience.
Major media outlets have featured her work, and her TEDx talk has garnered over 1 million views. Dr. Taryn Marie holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan and master's and doctoral degrees from the University of Maryland. She has also completed fellowships in neuropsychology at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center. In addition to her work in resilience, she hosts the highly acclaimed podcast "Flourish or Fold: Stories of Resilience" and serves as an ambassador for The African Community and Conservation Foundation. With her expertise in resilience and leadership development, Dr. Taryn Marie has held leadership positions at Nike and Cigna. Global Gurus have recognized her as a Top 30 Thinker in Leadership and a Marshall Goldsmith Top 100 Global Executive Coach. Moreover, she is a sought-after advisor and board member for organizations focused on resilience, engagement, and talent strategy. In her speeches, Dr. Taryn Marie covers various topics related to resilience, well-being, and personal growth. She emphasizes the significance of empathy and authenticity and dispelling common misconceptions about resilience. Her ultimate goal is to positively impact the lives of 1 billion people through the practice of resilience.
Dr. Taryn Marie also serves as the Chief Product Officer and Chief Happiness Officer for Wicked Happy, a global apparel brand that promotes positivity and possibility. She is also a proud mother of two sons who continually teach her valuable lessons about resilience.
In a rapidly evolving landscape marked by economic and digital progress, Taryn Marie Stejskal emphasizes the chance for leaders and teams to innovate the future of work. Through courage, conviction, and candor, they can navigate challenges effectively. Attendees will discover the five practices of highly resilient individuals, vital for organizational and team success during high-stress periods. They'll learn to identify opportunities amidst uncertainty and adopt a mindset hack favored by global leaders for peak performance. Additionally, they'll grasp why perceived failure impacts women and girls differently and strategies to prevent paralysis. Gain insights to thrive in dynamic environments.
Taryn Marie Stejskal highlights the pathway for organizations and leaders to cultivate cultures fueled by innovation and creativity. Often, the crucial element of resilience is overlooked amidst the pursuit of understanding what drives effective problem-solving and innovation. Attendees will grasp the importance of psychological safety as a cornerstone for fostering innovation and creativity. They'll also gain insights into how the 5 practices framework can transform seemingly impossible challenges into achievable feats. Additionally, they'll appreciate the interconnectedness between resilience, creativity, and innovation, unlocking the potential for groundbreaking progress in their organizations.
Taryn Marie Stejskal empowers individuals to embrace their confidence fully. In this engaging talk, attendees will uncover three hidden beliefs that undermine their power. They'll discover strategies to conquer procrastination, defeat perfectionism, and elevate productivity. Moreover, they'll explore the profound impact of regret and learn techniques to boost confidence both personally and professionally. By the end, everyone will be equipped with the tools to harness their confidence and achieve their goals with conviction.
Drawing from her executive experience at Cigna and Nike, Dr. Taryn Marie uniquely supports women in pursuing ambitious goals while maintaining personal well-being. Her message of radical possibility, coupled with The 5 Practices of Highly Resilient People, leaves audiences inspired and armed with practical tools. Attendees will discover how the 5 practices framework empowers them to achieve significant goals and identify the primary obstacle hindering their progress. They'll also learn strategies to lead a less stressful, more meaningful life and adopt proven methods to boost confidence and overcome feelings of unworthiness permanently. Empower yourself to reach your aspirations while nurturing balance and sanity.
What are the attributes that determine whether your leaders, teams, and organization will flourish or fold in times of change and transition? After Conducting twenty years of research to understand how people effectively face challenge, resilience has emerged as the key differentiator that sustains people in moments of difficulty, ambiguity, and adversity. — Learn the 5 practices of highly resilient people — Appreciate the importance of empathy & authenticity in leadership — Understand the pervasive myths that often block their ability to access resilience — Increase resilience and reduce stress, exhaustion, and burnout
Resilience thrives in a collective effort, not individual pursuit. Effective leaders prioritize cultivating a resilient, empathetic culture. This shift transforms team mentality from solo triumph to collective success. Attendees will delve into the 5 practices of highly resilient individuals. They'll then cultivate team resilience, fostering trust and purpose at work. Discover strategies to enhance positive team dynamics, boosting productivity and engagement. Ultimately, rekindle commitment to the team and organization, forging a path of shared triumph and fulfillment.
