Is the Key to Transforming the Communication, Culture, and Performance of Your Executive Leadership Team

Or as my clients and team like to call me: Chief Bravery Officer + Tough Talk Expert!

I’m Nicole

I’m on a mission to help executive leaders in Fortune 500 companies use bravery as a competitive advantage to create highly aligned and high performing teams in increasingly turbulent workplaces.

When I step on stage, it’s not just about speaking—it’s about igniting transformation.

A trusted expert by these Fortune 500 executives + more

is important because

Only 18% of leaders feel confident about their ability to lead their organizations into the future (Source: DDI Leadership Development Report).

54% of leaders delay making critical decisions due to fear of failure, resulting in missed opportunities and organizational stagnation. (Source: McKinsey & Company)

Organizations with courageous leaders report a 33% increase in profitability, driven by stronger employee alignment and innovation. (Source: Deloitte)

70% of employees feel safer to express ideas and concerns under leaders who display bravery in owning mistakes and addressing tough issues. (Source: Google Project Aristotle)

When leaders lack bravery

They also lack confidence

The reality is - only 18% of leaders feel confident in their ability to guide their organizations through the challenges of the future.

When leaders lack confidence:

  • They don’t take action or risks

  • They suffer from decision paralysis

  • Their team members disengage

  • Organization and team trust erodes

  • Overall morale and culture plummet

  • Employee turnover rates skyrocket

  • Productivity and ultimately profits suffer

So - what’s a leader to do? 🤷‍♀️

Without the skill, it can feel impossible to take action

Confidence is a direct outcome of bravery.

If your leadership team is lacking confidence, it’s not because they’re incapable—it’s because they haven’t fully embraced the mindset of bravery that creates confident action.

When you cultivate bravery in your leadership culture, you equip your leaders to:

  • Face challenges head-on

  • Communicate with clarity

  • Inspire their teams to perform at the highest level.

And when that happens, your organization thrives.

Through my proven proprietary leadership development frameworks Small Brave Moves® and Five Tough Talks™ - I help Fortune 500 Executive Leaders make the brave moves and have the tough talks that transform their team culture, communication, and performance

Not Your Average Keynote Speaker

✨ What can your audience expect?

  • Inspiration + actionable strategies tailored to your organization’s unique challenges and goals.

  • Engaging & interactive experience that build bravery live in the room.

  • Cutting-edge research to amplify learning and leave a lasting impression.

  • Fun energy that captivates and leaves everyone excited to take action.

🎤 Challenges my signature keynotes can help with:

  • Bravery & Confidence

  • Communication

  • Mindset & Emotional Intelligence

  • Change Management

  • Uncertainty

  • High Change Environments

  • Digital Disruption

  • Innovation & Creativity

  • AI Adoption

  • Workplace Culture Transformation

  • The Future of Work + Leadership

Speaking Testimonials

Isn’t just a message. It’s a movement.

And it’s making waves for thousands of leaders every year.

Nicole is your go-to resource for cultural transformations on executive leadership teams🎉

Why Nicole?

  • NSA Certified Speaking Professional

  • Master Certified Executive Coach

  • Best-Selling Author

  • Award Winning Entreprenuer

  • 20+ Years of Experience Navigating High Stakes Transformations Inside of Fortune 500 Companies

  • Thousands of Happy, Thriving, and Brave Clients

Hear it straight from the brave leaders I’ve worked with👇

Don’t Take My Word For It!

Joe Robert Thornton, Scooter’s Coffee, CEO

Matthew Harwell, Emergency Communications Operations Manager

Mikala Friedrich, Scooter’s Coffee, CHRO

Cecil Hicks, Immanuel Communities, Director of Talent Development

Amber Kavan, Nebraska Hospital Association, Quality and Performance Improvement Director

Brenda Boeck Tellier, Scooter’s Coffee, Event Planning Manager

Nicole is the Best-Selling Author Of

Small Brave Moves

Are the key to life-changing leadership.

Discover the secrets of leading with intention, embracing risks, and making bold decisions that inspire and empower those around you.

Five Tough Talks

How to Lead Brave Conversations for Exceptional Results.

Master the 5 most difficult conversations that all leaders navigate to improve the relationships and performance of your team and stop avoiding the tough talks that actually make an impact.

🎧🎙️Small Brave Moves Podcast: Interviews with respected leaders and actionable strategies to lead with bravery delivered straight to your earbuds every Wednesday.

+ Even more tips and resources shared weekly on socials

Let’s turn today’s fear and uncertainty into tomorrow’s bravery.

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