K E Y N O T E S
Success is Not “One and Done”
Business professionals face an endless stream of challenges, from managing multi-generational teams across remote and hybrid work environments, to navigating market volatility and staying competitive in an ever-evolving global landscape. They must also balance rapid technological advancements with maintaining a human touch in customer and team interactions.
Many have a dizzying array of tools in their professional toolboxes, to help them stay competitive, safeguard their businesses, and thrive in these dynamic environments. But it’s easy to lose track of the tools that can get the most results with the least effort in today’s business environment, particularly when combined with a mindset rooted in emotional intelligence.
As a specialist in facilitation, I reintroduce individuals and organizations to the simple facilitation tools in their leadership toolboxes, helping them find new power and greater results when using these tools with skill, confidence, and grace.
Three Talks
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Being a successful business leader today means navigating constant crises while seizing long-term opportunities, in any industry. Instead of relying on outdated strategies or rapid technological advances, leaders can embrace emotional intelligence (EQ) to become indispensable in an AI-driven world.
In this humorous, thought-provoking presentation, I explain the competitive advantage of enhancing both critical thinking (IQ) and EQ, and share five simple daily practices to improve EQ for personal and professional success.
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Business professionals work hard to achieve their tenure and success. Over time, comfort can lead to ruts.
This energetic, no-nonsense talk provides a three-question self-coaching framework to help you navigate challenges and opportunities and find renewed purpose. Energize yourself, raise the ceiling of your potential, and inspire those around you to achieve greater success.
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Many mid-career professionals have achieved significant career goals and are comfortable with their lifestyle. On the surface, they have reached success, but deep down, they feel there’s something missing.
This compelling and inspirational keynote guides mid-career professionals through a journey of self-discovery, challenging them to identify and commit to a life purpose that transcends lifetime achievements. Attendees will see the importance of aligning their daily practices and long-term goals with this purpose, leading to a more meaningful and satisfying life.
KEYNOTE Testimonials
I invited Antoinette Perez to speak at the KW Young Professionals event, and her session “From IQ to EQ: Navigating the Age of Disruption” was nothing short of transformative. Antoinette masterfully bridged the gap between intellectual intelligence and emotional intelligence, making it relatable and actionable for everyone in the room. Her engaging style, insightful stories, and practical strategies resonated deeply, empowering us to not only grow as professionals but also as empathetic, emotionally aware leaders. Antoinette’s session was a powerful reminder that success in business goes beyond just what you know—it's also about how you connect. Highly recommended!
— Kami Binstock, KW Communities Specialist
"Antoinette’s keynote was so engaging! The action items and stories made everything easier to absorb, and I never felt like I was just being talked to. Her stage presence and movement kept things dynamic, and her humor made it even more enjoyable. She commanded the room without being too forceful, striking the perfect balance. This keynote was a perfect example of why she is a go-to coach and consultant to help others advance and grow their skills.”
— Jesse Coleman, Director of Career Development, Keller Williams OneChicago