Speaking
Storytelling is what makes humans, human. It's that vital connective tissue. It's how we learn lessons, how we educate, edify, inspire, and inform how we move through the world. Public speaking is an extension of storytelling.
Speaking
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Storytelling is what makes humans, human. It's that vital connective tissue. It's how we learn lessons, how we educate, edify, inspire, and inform how we move through the world. Public speaking is an extension of storytelling. In addition to giving various book talks and readings at book events and on tours, I have also been a panelist, presenter, and guest speaker at conferences such as Massachusetts Conference for Women, Mom 2.0 Summit, The Muse & the Marketplace, BlogHer, and Connecticut Authors and Publishers Association. I am a mentor and an Ambassador for The Village for Families and Children in Hartford, CT, too, which includes being available to speak to groups on subjects such as mentorship and how to attract (and retain) "millennials" to the workforce. And I look forward to an opportunity to speak at your corporation, college, conference, or event. For speaking inquiries, please contact me directly.
“We were thrilled to have Nicole speak at the 2016 Massachusetts Conference for Women, which is a high-profile yearly event attended by over 13,000 people. It’s no surprise that Nicole is a confident, knowledgable, professional speaker, but she also has great warmth and a caring nature that quickly become obvious to anyone who meets her. I believe that to be a rare and special combination. In my position, I see hundreds of speakers each year, but Nicole stands out. I highly recommend her for any event needing an authentic, personable, and creative voice. She really is a delight.”
“What a great and necessary session, and Nicole Blades is a great session leader!”
”Loved her talk. She’s really cool! And I felt like I really understood the power that I could have over rejection”
”Really liked this session and thought Nicole was engaging and encouraging.”
”I loved Nicole! Her energy and humor and personality were contagious. She was a fantastic presenter.””
Target Audiences
Corporations
Conferences and Retreats
Colleges and universities
Presentations
Keynote Address
Trainings and Workshops
Panel Moderations
Conference Breakout Sessions
Webinars and e-courses
Topics
Storytelling
- Marketing
- Business and sales
Culture & Diversity in Writing
- Writing about race and diversity
- Storytelling as a strategy for better connections
Career Development
- Lessons from journalism that apply to other businesses
- Building a career as a professional and freelance writer
Inspiration and Motivation
- Fitness and wellness
- Self-care
- Reinvention