A speaker your audience won’t forget.
Traci will inspire your audience to embrace purpose & reimagine the workplace.
“Get her on your stage; your audience will thank you.”
“As someone who’s attended and organized hundreds of events, I know what I’m looking for in a great presenter. It’s a mix of personality, experience, insight and storytelling that leads to heads nodding, waves of laughter and the deep sighs of realization. It’s rare to find a speaker you don’t worry about accomplishing this. But Traci Barrett is one of those unique individuals who is both engaging and brutally honest in all the best ways. Get her on your stage; your audience will thank you.”
-Carl Smith,
Owner, Bureau of Digital
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I value sharing the lessons I've learned from media giants, entrepreneurial founders, and C-Suite executives.
I enjoy sharing stories from my days of building both HGTV as well as my current company, Navigate the Journey. I have walked in the shoes of a scrappy leader at a fledging start-up as well as an executive at a billion dollar corporate enterprise.
I am particularly drawn to mission-driven leaders who are working to take their careers and lives to the next level. Those who desire to make a positive impact on the world.
“Her passion for this topic was infectious, and our employees left feeling inspired and motivated to create more purposeful experiences in their lives.”
"Traci is an exceptional presenter who delivered an inspiring and thought-provoking session on Why Our Work Matters at our all-firm meeting. Her expertise in finding meaning and purpose in our work was evident from the start, as she engaged our employees with insightful perspectives and actionable strategies.
Throughout the session, Traci demonstrated a deep understanding of the importance of meaningful work and its impact on employee engagement, motivation, and overall well-being. Her passion for this topic was infectious, and our employees left feeling inspired and motivated to create more purposeful experiences in their lives.
Traci brought a high level of professionalism, enthusiasm, and authenticity to her presentation. She tailored her message to meet the needs of our employees, and her delivery was both engaging and impactful.
I highly recommend Traci to any organization seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable speaker who can inspire their team to find greater meaning in their work. It was a pleasure to have her present to our employees.”
- Jennifer Sides, PHR
Chief People Officer, Anders CPAs
SPEAKING TOPICS
Traci teaches audiences how to find purpose and joy in their work so that their impact is positive and powerful. Below are her most-requested keynotes, each enhanced with captivating stories, research, and applicable takeaways to best resonate with specific audiences.
MAKE YOUR WORK MATTER
HOW PERSPECTIVE LEADS TO PURPOSE
MASTER THE ART OF LEADERSHIP
HOW YOUR INFLUENCE CAN LEAD TO GREAT IMPACT
RUN YOUR BUSINESS, OWN YOUR LIFE
FORGING A POSITIVE ENTREPRENEURIAL IMPACT
MASTER THE ART OF SALES
HOW SELLING WITH PURPOSE PROPELS UNBELIEVABLE PROFITS
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“Traci is a powerhouse of a human being and her approach, content, and delivery style are unmatched. If you are looking for someone to help transform the thinking of your audience, she is the speaker for you! Be prepared for a whole new way of thinking about work and life and how they are connected at the most basic level. To create a life you love is to also do work you love. Highly recommend Traci!“
AJ Vaden, CEO & Co-Founder Brand Builders Group
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"Traci CRUSHED IT when she spoke to our community of Pinnacle Business Guides! Our community has seen a lot of speakers, and few can hold the stage the way Traci did. Her humor, energy and spot on content had everyone hanging on each word and taking pictures of her slides as they did not want to miss a concept. If you are looking for a speaker that does the research and comes ready to connect with your audience, then you are ready for Traci. We all left with a determination to live a more intentional life with a greater meaning."
-Gregory Cleary Author of Path to the Pinnacle, and Co-Founder of Pinnacle Business Guides
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“Traci presented an effortlessly engaging keynote at the 2024 PMI Nashville Symposium. Her 'Make Your Work Matter' message inspired all of us to uncover the deeper meaning in our work, irrespective of our roles. Participants left feeling energized, and people are still raving about her presentation. If you want a keynote that is both inspiring and actionable, Traci is an absolute must-have. I highly recommend her!”
-Nancy C Everitt, PMP , President Elect Nashville PMI Chapter
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“Through various local, regional, and global roles in the Entrepreneurs’ Organization, I have worked with many speakers and Traci exemplifies professionalism in every aspect. She was prepared, on time, present in the moment. She was an exceptional speaker on stage, communicating clearly with right amount of energy and relatability. Traci has great stories taken from her days at HGTV, her work with key clients and businesses, and her own life journey. She not only encourages professional growth but personal growth as well. Traci far exceeded our expectations.”
-Tom McManus, Learning Chair, Entrepreneurs Organization
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“Traci’s book and facilitation helps you see that you can speak life into the future you truly desire and want so bad to give yourself permission to live out. Having the author of the book come to speak to our group is a special treat and it was just that to have her in the room to share her life’s stories and lessons in person. The session was beautifully interactive just like a book club of old friends with Traci creating a space for the business owners in the room to share their experiences, their dreams, and desires to apply the tools Traci introduced.“
-Sonia Petkewich, Mastermind Community Leader, Catalyst Mastermind Collaborative
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"Traci is one of the best speakers I’ve had the privilege to hear in a long time. We recently invited Traci to be our Keynote speaker at our All Area President meeting. She is incredibly thoughtful, motivating and helped us all remember why we do what we do. I can’t recommend Traci enough and regularly share a copy of her book with friends and colleagues."
-Brian Ford, Area President, FocusCFO
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Traci graciously spoke at National Association of Women Business Owners in Nashville. Traci's stories, quotables, and teaching points brought the room to life ... and the cameras out to take pictures of her slides with powerful illustrations. She was one of the most engaging speakers, especially "off stage" interacting with everyone in the room. Attendees departed with valuable insights they've continued to talk about. Traci was a dream to work with in being flexible, knowledgeable, and prepared. She communicated clearly as we planned for the meeting. Very easy to work with. We highly recommend her!
-Sheri Traxler, Membership Committee, NAWBO Nashville
Book Traci for Your Virtual Event
Traci is proficient in delivering virtual keynotes, webinars, and workshops. She has been certified by eSpeakers as a virtual speaker with years of experience and state-of-the-art equipment to bring a top-quality presentation to your team. Connect your team with powerful content without them needing to leave their desk!
SPEAKING TOPICS
MAKE YOUR WORK MATTER:
How Perspective Leads to Purpose
Did you know that employees who find purpose in their work are 64% more likely to be highly engaged? Yet, only 13% of workers worldwide feel engaged in their jobs. These statistics underscore a pervasive issue in today's workforce: a lack of meaning and purpose. We wake up, we hustle, and yet, at the end of the day, there's a nagging feeling that something crucial is missing. It's the meaning in our work, the purpose behind our efforts, and the impact of our contributions that seem to elude us.
Employees want more yet don’t know how to get there. They either disengage or leave altogether. Employers want them to engage yet don’t know how to inspire, often launching programs with no lasting effect. Finding joy in your job doesn’t have to be so elusive. It is possible, regardless of your position or company, but it takes proper perspective.
Traci Schubert Barrett is a dynamic thought leader on redefining work culture and fostering purpose-driven environments. With a track record of transforming organizations, Traci ignites passion and engagement among employees by emphasizing the significance of personal purpose. Through a captivating keynote presentation, Traci delves into actionable strategies for aligning personal values with organizational goals, resulting in heightened productivity and satisfaction.
Key Takeaways:
The key mindset shifts that reset the way we look at our work
Learn how redefining success metrics can lead to powerful breakthroughs
Understand the power of subtraction in achieving a significantly successful life
Visualize and plan for a bigger version of yourself and your work
Target Audience: Leaders, Managers, Individual Contributors
Leadership stands as the cornerstone of successful organizations. Studies reveal that companies with strong leadership practices are 13 times more likely to outperform their competitors, and employees with a clear sense of purpose are up to four times more engaged in their work. Yet, amidst this drive for success, many leaders find themselves grappling with a critical challenge: balancing becoming the best version of themselves while building the best version of their company.
Leadership is an art. It is a skill that we must hone and master. It takes a delicate balance of both relationship-building and driving results. We must care about the people we lead while maximizing profitability. We can learn how to do both with excellence, but it takes clarity and commitment.
In this keynote, Traci delves into the essence of transformative leadership, blending practical wisdom with compelling stories from Traci’s extensive career. Participants will learn how to cherish the gift of leadership, finding meaning and purpose that transcends the conventional metrics of success.
Master the Art of Leadership:
How Your Influence Can Lead to Great Impact
Key Takeaways:
The key growth mindsets to transform your leadership journey into one of significant success
Understand the meaning of self-leadership and how to manage your ‘work wake’
Learn how to redefine success and drive meaningful impact while keeping your ego in check
Strategies to create a compelling future vision of yourself and pursue your highest potential
Target Audience: New managers, Middle Managers, Senior Leaders, Director Level, People Leaders
In a world where 20% of new businesses fail during the first two years of being open, 45% during the first five years, and 65% during the first 10 years, it's clear that the road to success is fraught with challenges (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics). Furthermore, a study by Gallup found that 45% of entrepreneurs report being stressed, suggesting a widespread struggle with the hustle culture that dominates our working lives.
We wake up, we hustle, and yet, at the end of the day, there's a nagging feeling that something crucial is missing. It's the meaning in our work, the purpose behind our efforts, and the impact of our contributions that seem to elude us. It's time to change our approach to work.
This program is a beacon for entrepreneurs and business owners drowning in the sea of hustle culture. It's designed to realign your efforts with your core values, helping you find balance and purpose in the relentless pursuit of success. Traci, a seasoned entrepreneur and motivational force, will guide you through the labyrinth of business ownership, addressing the critical issues of burnout, commitment, and the elusive search for meaning in it all. She weaves in stories of HGTV as a start-up, starting her own consulting business, and how coaching business owners for the last decade has helped her craft the key mindsets needed by every entrepreneur.
Run your business, own your life:
Forging A Positive Entrepreneurial Impact
Key Takeaways:
The key mindsets that play a pivotal role in your entrepreneurial journey
The power of long-term vision in your business and life
The key leadership qualities that foster a culture of growth
The personal and professional inventory to subtract unnecessary pursuits
How to create a roadmap for their life and business that honors who you are and where you want to go
Target Audience: Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Leaders of Start-ups
Imagine what it must take to grow your sales revenues from zero to 150 million dollars. Traci doesn’t have to imagine it; she did it. At HGTV, she helped launch a company and built a sales team from scratch. She then led that team to achieve over nine figures, one client at a time.
How do you get there and keep loving your job along the way?
Winning at sales requires more than understanding basic business development skills and common sales techniques. Sales is an art, one that can be honed and mastered. It requires a delicate balance between relationship-building and driving results. We must authentically care about our clients while exceeding our goals. We can learn to do both with excellence, but it takes commitment to the proper perspective and mindset.
Drawing on over thirty years of experience as a sales leader, corporate business executive, and entrepreneur, Traci breaks down the secret sauce of HGTV and what it takes to win at sales no matter where you work. Blending practical wisdom with compelling stories from Traci’s extensive career, participants will learn how to transform their sales efforts and find meaning and purpose that transcends the conventional metrics of success along the way!
MASTER THE ART OF SALES:
HOW SELLING WITH PURPOSE PROPELS UNBELIEVABLE PROFITS
Key Takeaways:
The key growth mindsets to transform your sales career into one of significant success
The skills needed to form lasting relationships and winning partnerships
Understand how to be a sales leader no matter what your title or position
Strategies to create a compelling future vision of yourself and pursue your highest potential
Target Audience: Sales Professionals, Sales Leaders, Senior Leaders, Business Owners, Any Individual Contributor with Sales or Marketing Responsibilities
“Traci had me on the edge of my seat with how personable she presented.”
"Over the course of this multi-day event, Traci captivated my attention more than any other presenter. As an event professional, I hear hundreds of CEOs, leaders, and professional speakers each year. Traci had me on the edge of my seat with how personable she presented. Traci brought the human element back into the room. Fireside chats, panels, and keynotes are all great, but Traci took the focus off the stage and helped us look inside ourselves."
- Cameron Magee,
Owner, Avad3 Event Production
What Makes Traci Different?
Traci comes prepared with additional resources that your audience can access after the event. She is also happy to arrange copies of her best-selling book for everyone to enjoy!
Whether it’s stories from the early days of HGTV, behind the scenes of the television world, the ups and downs of being a leader, or just everyday experiences of her own homelife, Traci always has her audiences laughing, learning, and leaning in.
Your audience will walk away with ideas, information, and inspiration they can immediately apply both professionally and personally. Traci’s presentations go beyond the entertaining and make a difference in people’s lives..
Traci has walked in your shoes. She is an entrepreneur, leader, corporate executive, and devoted wife and mother. She knows what it feels like to juggle it all, navigate life’s pivots, and take a leap of faith to pave a new path.
Traci is a speaker you can feel confident putting in front of your audience. With a master’s degree in psychology, over twenty years of corporate business experience, and a decade of running her own company, Traci is a certified executive coach and an emotional intelligence expert you can trust.
Download Traci's speaker kit to discover how her dynamic speaking programs can elevate your next event!
