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Growing up I was the outcast - the kid they threw things at on the bus. I spent most of my life trying not to be noticed - trying to blend in. I carried the belief into adulthood that to be successful meant to look like everyone else. But I wasn't like everyone else. And it got really exhausting trying to be. And really boring. So one day I cast aside the expected life, dusted off the gifts I had been hiding, stepped out of my comfort zone and on to a stage as a motivational speaker and comedian. And I didn't look back. And guess what. It turns out that being different isn't such a bad thing. In fact, it's a great thing. In fact, it's everything. I have learned that it's not blending in that makes you a success, but standing out among the crowd. So now I'm sharing my journey with you - to take you from blending in to flying high above your comfort zone. I want to share the mindsets and behaviors that I had to break, and the new attitudes I had to adopt. I want to share the many ways I've learned to stand out in a crowded market. Want in? I sure hope so. Now get ready - to STAND UP AND STICK OUT! Kelly Swanson
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Motivational Speaker, Comedian, Award-Winning Storyteller
Customized Programs That Teach You To Stand Up and Stick Out In Life And In Business...Laughing the whole way.
As a motivational speaker, award-winning storyteller, author of Who Hijacked My Fairy Tale?, and comedian, I write custom keynotes that blend entertainment and content - to motivate you, make you laugh, make you think, and teach you how to stand up and stick out in life and in business - by cultivating the attitude and mindset to help you set goals and achieve them - and adopting the skills to help you impact others to create remarkable relationships in life and in business. In short, I teach you to motivate yourself and motivate others. For all the skills in the world will not make up for a defeating attitude. And your ability to impact others will define your future.
Kelly Swanson was a real treat at our Convention. She had the audience belly-rolling with laugher. She has a way to connect with people - not just with humor but also sympathy and encouragement. Kelly really learned about our industry and the people she was addressing. She even wrote us a poem that had everyone on their feet requesting a copy. There has been such bad news spread to so many industries this past year, but it was a delight to have Kelly at our conference to give them a boost. Honestly, the best speaker we ever had.
Amy Bryson
NC Association of Long Term Care Facilities
I don't know when I've been more entertained and actually benefited from the entertainment!! Your part in the Administrative Professionals Conference in Columbia yesterday was motivating, uplifting, hilarious, and beneficial all rolled into one! Your presentation was dynamic and I dlon't know one bit of it that I didn't thoroughly enjoy. Of course, canned biscuits now take on a whole new meaning!! Thank you for the time and effort you obviously put into your presentations. I wonder if there is any way I could get a copy of the "poem" you wrote about our job - that is, administrative professionals. It is only for my use - not to re-use or print anywhere. Thank you, Kelly, from one Georgia peach to another!!!!
Attendee
Midland Tech Administrative Professionals Conference - Columbia, SC
One Southern Accent...A Thousand Characters...Motivational Speaker Kelly Swanson Takes You To Pride's Hollow
What Clients Say About Motivational Speaker Kelly Swanson
I want to write a testimonial for this motivational speaker and teacher. She is "the Bomb" as they say out here in LA. I loved her presentation, she left me smiling all through the program, and it is now a week later, and I can't stop smiling about my experience with her. I want to have her come out to LA. She was so fantastic. If you want an entertaining, wonderful, motivational speaker with an impact,hire Kelly Swanson, it will be the best investment you ever made.
Pia Lyotier
Owner and Head Designer, PCH Staging
http://www.pchstaging.com
I want to thank you for the most wonderful job that you did for Columbus Regional at Spirit Girls Night Out. From beginning to end, you flat out delivered! Your willingness to work before the event (even en route to our city) with our media partners was awesome, and your media segments generated excitement about our event. What is truly noteworthy about you is that you not only commanded the stage during your performance, but you personally appeared and interacted with our audience during the event. Many of the women who attended the event commented on your wonderfully witty and personable manner. You warmed their hearts and inspired them before the performance even began! Your presentation of "Who Hijacked My Fairytale" had a truly raw and honest quality that was endearing and motivating. It was when the hands of many of the audience were raised and swaying, that I knew you had pulled on some heartstrings and touched some lives. The occasional "amens" after your "bless your hearts" and "I'm just sayings" only added to the inspirational and revival like atmosphere you created. Thank you again for sharing your stories with our audience and giving our event a fairy-tale ending.
LeDare Windham
Spirit of Women Coordinator
Columbus Regional Healthcare System
WOW!! Kelly was an amazing speaker and left everyone gasping for more. She has an uncanny ability to draw you into her stories as if you were there. She personalized her content so that her speech/performance not only related to our audience but our industry as a whole. Kelly leaves you with more than just a message, but with a renewed sense of energy. I would highly recommend Kelly Swanson to any group that is looking to learn, laugh, get energized and ready to take on the world!
Jill Settle
Univar USA
Kelly Swanson brought a thoughtful, heartfelt keynote address to our 13th Annual Moms@Work luncheon. Her ability to weave stories that are thought provoking throughout her talk is artistry in motion. Our more than 500 guests laughed until their sides hurt, but they also had moments where tears welled up in their eyes. Her message of following your dream and staying true to yourself rang true with our audience of primary women, but the men who were there enjoyed her as well. In fact, one even said that in the 13 years of holding this event, Kelly was our best speaker ever. Kelly's ability to customize her message for our audience and the time allocated was greatly appreciated. She?s easy to work with and accommodating. I would definitely utilize her again, regardless of the size of the audience.
Anne-Marie Farrow
VP, Business Development and Marketing
Charlotte Parent & Piedmont Parent magazines
The presentation for military professionals was second to NONE! Kelly wrote a tribute especially for the military audience and they loved it! There were laughs, giggles, tears, and lots of applause! Read More >>
Military Client
Pat and I were in the audience last Friday when a marvelous storyteller and speaker captivated a crowd of 350 HR professionals. She was so real, relative, relaxed, and vulnerable.? Read More >>
Ty Boyd
Executive Learning Systems
www.TyBoyd.com
Kelly Swanson provided the perfect closing to our event. Her ability to use storytelling to motivate and encourage a group of business professionals is remarkable. Read More >>
Courtney Fleming
VA Bankers Association
www.vabankers.org
"Funny," "fantastic," "truly unforgettable": these are only a few of the many rave reviews conference attendees shared about Kelly Swanson, a session and closing speaker at our 2009 Bakersfield Women's Conference... Read More?>>
Colleen Bauer
2009 Chairwoman
Bakersfield Women's Conference
I have to tell you about my experience watching Kelly Swanson. She was completely amazing and one of the funniest and motivating speakers I have ever seen... Read More?>>
Johnine Fregia
Nurse Recruiter
Presbyterian Healthcare
We certainly had a fun time with you yesterday, and we appreciate all you did to make our event REMARKABLE...Read More?>>
Beth C. Wilson
Executive Assistant to Janet Smith-Hill SVP/HR
Novant Health
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For more about motivational speaker Kelly Swanson, check out her videos on www.youtube.com/swansonspeaks. Or read her motivational speakers blog www.swansonspeaks.com
