Colette Carlson: Human Behavior

Human behavior and communication expert Colette Carlson empowers leaders and teams to build authentic connections that elevate trust, collaboration, and performance across today’s rapidly evolving workplace.

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Highlights:
  • Renowned keynote speaker, author, and expert in human behavior and communication
  • Psychology degree plus decades of study in behavioral sciences
  • Background in sales, training, and corporate consulting
  • Researcher in emotional intelligence, leadership dynamics, and interpersonal communication

Formats: Leadership, Communication, and Emotional Intelligence Keynote Speaker

Audiences: Corporate teams, leadership groups, HR professionals, associations, educators, and organizations seeking improved collaboration, trust-building, and communication effectiveness.

Outcomes:
  1. Practical tools for strengthening communication, emotional intelligence, and connection.
  2. Strategies to navigate interpersonal challenges and build trust-based relationships.
  3. Increased collaboration, productivity, and engagement through authentic communication.
Reading time: 2 min
Reviews: (4 reviews)
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  • Travels from: San Diego, CA
  • **Fee range: $20,001 - $35,000

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Keynote Topics:

SALES

In order to make a sale and earn a customer, you must first make a connection. Wider and deeper relationships lead to increased sales, repeat business, and powerful referrals.

As a former national sales trainer, who cut her teeth in straight commission sales, Colette Carlson will show you how to up your personal connection quotient to maximize relationships, revenue, and results.

Every program is customized for each audience. Some of Colette’s most-requested lessons include:

  • Recognize that connection begins within
  • Focus on opening the dialogue, rather than closing the sale
  • Create a sincere selling mindset
  • Align you thoughts, words, and actions to build trust and confidence
  • Boost your sales team’s productivity, enthusiasm, and bottom line
  • Embrace change in your ever-changing marketplace
  • The power of ASK

LEADERSHIP

Successful leaders understand the nuances in communication that make a big difference when inspiring action and cooperation.

Leaders know the power of their words and understand that words alone do not generate trust, allegiance, and loyalty. Connection is the glue that keeps relationships, projects, and organizations together.

A leader must be authentic and exhibit the behaviors conveyed in their message to maintain respect for their authority.

Advance your communication style, increase your credibility, earn respect, and gain support by learning from Colette Carlson how to:

  • Communicate with candor and clarity to guide your team to achieve remarkable results
  • Effectively receive feedback from your team
  • Develop phrases that dissolve conflict and inspire cooperation
  • Engage, persuade, and influence others through strategic storytelling
  • Exhibit integrity and build trust when you walk your talk (especially under pressure!)
  • Become a human highlighter who champions the accomplishments and strengths of every individual on your team
     

COMMUNICATION

The common denominators of the most successful people are the ability to effectively communicate and connect, regardless of the situation or audience.

In a competitive world filled with a global workforce, numerous communication challenges, and daily digital distractions, getting your message heard has never been more challenging.

Clear, concise communication is no longer enough to get results: connection must be part of the equation. Productivity decreases, collaboration stalls, accountability suffers, and conflict and stress escalate when even the simplest of miscommunication occurs. Without connection, these outcomes are only heightened.

Connect and communicate on a deeper level to form crucial relationships that drive productivity, engagement, and collaboration by learning from Colette Carlson how to:

  • Awaken your personal awareness to foster healthy communication
  • Align your thoughts, words, and actions to build trust and increase influence
  • Overcome conflict while maintaining a respectful, human connection
  • Become a human highlighter who champions the accomplishments and strengths of every individual on your team
  • Increase rapport and leave a positive, lasting impression with everyone.
     

3 Truths Female Leaders Need to Know

The world seeks more women leaders.

Colette Carlson – Human Behavior delivers the latest research and strategies specific to women in leadership, so they can be recognized, respected, and rewarded in their career. Participants will gain a bigger self-awareness and learn the skills necessary to being a credible and confident leader.

Deliver positive results for your company or organization by learning how to:

  • Identify and change communication patterns that limit your influence
  • Employ the art of self-promotion to express your success in a manner that gains supporters and censors critics
  • Build a persuasive case to back up your ASK for maximum impact
  • Cultivate connections that count:  identify, access, and develop strategic relationships
  • Give and receive feedback so it lands as a gift
  • Increase risk taking and choose to fail forward
  • Strategically say no to grow  to the next level
  • Stay resilient through constant change and challenges

Talent Short Bio

Colette Carlson is an internationally recognized keynote speaker, author, and human behavior expert who helps individuals and organizations drive meaningful results through the power of authentic communication. With a rare blend of humor, research-backed insights, and practical strategies, Colette delivers transformative experiences that inspire audiences to deepen relationships, strengthen emotional intelligence, and create more connected, high-performing cultures.

Holding a degree in Psychology and grounded in decades of study in the behavioral sciences, Colette brings a sophisticated understanding of human motivation and communication dynamics to every engagement. Her background includes successful careers in sales, corporate training, and consulting, giving her firsthand insight into the relational challenges leaders and teams face daily. Colette’s deep research into emotional intelligence, leadership behavior, and workplace communication enables her to translate complex concepts into relatable, memorable lessons that spark immediate growth.

From conference stages to corporate boardrooms, Colette is known for her authenticity and wit. She engages audiences with compelling stories and actionable tools that help individuals communicate with clarity, courage, and compassion.

Colette Carlson is a renowned keynote speaker, author, and human behavior expert who has dedicated her career to fostering authentic connections and empowering individuals and organizations to thrive. With her blend of humor, insight, and actionable strategies, Colette has captivated audiences worldwide, delivering transformative messages that inspire growth and drive success. She leverages her deep understanding of communication and relationships to guide professionals in overcoming challenges, improving collaboration, and enhancing productivity in both personal and professional settings.

Colette Carlson’s expertise in human behavior and communication stems from decades of dedicated study and application in diverse industries. Holding a degree in Psychology and having pursued continuous professional development in behavioral sciences, she has developed a profound understanding of the principles that govern effective interpersonal relationships. Her foundational knowledge, coupled with her practical experience in sales, training, and corporate consulting, equips her with a unique perspective on how individuals and teams can harness the power of authentic communication to achieve their goals.

In addition to her academic background, Colette has conducted extensive research into emotional intelligence, leadership dynamics, and workplace communication. This research informs her keynote presentations, workshops, and books, offering audiences evidence-based insights tailored to the challenges they face. Her ability to translate complex psychological concepts into relatable and actionable advice has earned her acclaim as a thought leader in her field.

Colette Carlson is a distinguished keynote speaker and human behavior expert who brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and authenticity to every engagement. Her expertise in communication, emotional intelligence, and leadership, combined with her relatable approach and engaging delivery, makes her an exceptional choice for events of all sizes. With a career spanning over two decades and a client list featuring some of the world’s most successful organizations, Colette has proven her ability to inspire and empower audiences to achieve their full potential.

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