Valorie Burton: Life Strategist
Positive psychology keynote speaker Valorie Burton, CEO of the CaPP Institute, equips leaders with resilience, mindset, and coaching strategies for sustainable success.
Quick Facts:
- Highlights:
- Founder and CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute
- International keynote speaker on resilience and mindset
- Author of 13 books on personal growth and success
- Global coaching and resilience training leader
- Formats: Keynote Speaker on Positive Psychology, Resilience, and Leadership
- Audiences: Executives, women leaders, entrepreneurs, HR professionals, educators, and organizations focused on resilience, mindset, and sustainable performance.
- Outcomes:
- Research-based strategies for resilience and growth
- Practical tools for mindset transformation and leadership clarity
- Increased engagement, purpose, and personal effectiveness
- Travels from: Atlanta, GA
- **Fee range: On Request
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Keynote Topics:
Successful Women Think Differently
The research-based habits that make you happier, healthier and more resilient
You are capable of far more than you know. Scientific studies prove successful people think differently than the average person. They make decisions differently, set goals differently, and bounce back from failure and adversity differently.
In this intriguing and energetic presentation, Valorie Burton will help you and your audience:
- Pinpoint your thinking style and make adjustments to improve performance
- Understand why talent isn’t enough and how to develop the self-control that will take you to the next level
- Understand why how you explain your success and failure predicts more about your potential than you think
- How to focus on solutions, not problems.
- This powerful presentation is based on Valorie’s national bestselling book, Successful Women Think Differently.
Cultural Humility and Resilience Workshop
In a world increasingly demanding equity, inclusion and belonging for all, what is your individual contribution?
And how do you resiliently navigate the emotions of topics that feel professionally-taboo yet very real and sometimes uncomfortable in everyday life?
In this engaging, researched-based interactive presentation, bestselling author, executive coach and positive psychology expert Valorie Burton equips attendees with a set of tools to increase connectedness in the workplace.
Using a thought-provoking and engaging workshop-style format, attendees will learn concepts such as cultural humility and racial empathy, and apply coaching and positive psychology principles to navigate important conversations and dynamics at work.
Her message will leave attendees with a fresh perspective on their specific role in fostering a sense of belonging for all in the workplace.
Resilient and Ready
How to Thrive Through Challenge and Change
In a world of constant change and uncertainty, success requires the ability to adapt and thrive no matter what challenges arise.
Valorie Burton will help you understand how to create the building blocks of resilience so you can:
- Bounce back from setbacks
- Maximize opportunities
- Develop the thinking style research proves helps you succeed under pressure – Find your joy and maintain a positive perspective
- Navigate disappointments in a way that makes you better, not bitter.
- In this practical, engaging conversation, Valorie will equip you with a survival toolkit to face any challenge that comes your way!
It’s About Time
The art of choosing the meaningful over the urgent
Even the most efficient among us feel as if we’re racing the clock every day – and we still never seem to get it all done. The new norms of modern life tap into psychological impulses that make it harder than ever to take control of our time.
In this message based on her acclaimed book of the same name, Valorie Burton inspires and teaches practical research-based discoveries to help you understand:
- Why so many of us live in “time poverty” and how you can climb out of it
- How to stop digital distractions from creating false urgencies that drain your time
- Where you can reallocate your time to reflect the values and priorities that matter most
- How to pinpoint the core vulnerabilities that are keeping you stuck in time debt
Coaching for Leaders
How to bring out the best in yourself and others
What if you could coach yourself in five minutes or less to think clearly through a major decision or an emotional dilemma? Coaching is a powerful tool to create personal clarity, build a positive environment, and facilitate progress towards critical goals. Valorie will give your audience principles and research-based techniques they can use immediately to fulfill their potential facilitate growth in others.
As Valorie shares her proven 5-step coaching process, you will discover how to:
- Transform a scattered brain into a focused mind that accomplishes your daily goals.
- Lay your head on your pillow at night feeling peace about your decisions.
- Control the emotions that cause you to procrastinate, spend emotionally, and sabotage your own success.
Talent Short Bio
Valorie Burton is an internationally recognized life strategist, bestselling author, and keynote speaker specializing in applied positive psychology, resilience, and personal leadership. As Founder and CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute, she leads a global movement focused on equipping individuals and organizations with research-based tools for growth and well-being.
A pioneer in translating positive psychology into practical action, Valorie helps audiences cultivate optimism, resilience, and purpose in both professional and personal settings. Her approach combines scientific research with real-world application, empowering leaders to navigate change, overcome setbacks, and build cultures grounded in possibility and performance.
Through coaching, resilience training, and professional certification programs, the Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute serves clients in all 50 U.S. states and across 29 countries on six continents. Valorie’s work supports executives, entrepreneurs, educators, and teams seeking sustainable growth and meaningful impact.
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In the dynamic landscape of professional speaking, few voices resonate as profoundly as that of Valorie Burton. A beacon of wisdom and empowerment, Valorie is renowned as a life strategist and international speaker, spearheading transformative conversations that transcend boundaries and inspire audiences worldwide. As the CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute, her mission revolves around illuminating the path towards personal growth and resilience through the lens of applied positive psychology.
Valorie Burton stands at the forefront of applied positive psychology, a pioneering discipline that explores the intricacies of human flourishing and resilience. Rooted in rigorous research and real-world application, her message delves into the profound implications of embracing optimism, resilience, and purpose in our daily lives. With a compelling blend of insight and practicality, Valorie empowers individuals to navigate life’s challenges with grace and tenacity, fostering a culture of growth and possibility.
As the visionary leader behind the Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute, Valorie Burton has cultivated a global platform for personal and professional development. Through coaching, coach training, and resilience training, the CaPP Institute equips individuals and organizations with the tools to thrive in the face of adversity. With a diverse clientele spanning all 50 states and 29 countries across six continents, the institute’s impact reverberates far and wide, catalyzing positive change on a global scale.
Since 1999, Valorie Burton has authored 13 books that serve as beacons of wisdom and inspiration for countless readers worldwide. From “Let Go of the Guilt” to “It’s About Time” and “Successful Women Think Differently,” her literary repertoire spans a breadth of topics, offering invaluable insights into personal growth, time management, and success mindset. Translated into multiple languages, her books have become indispensable resources for individuals seeking to unlock their full potential and lead fulfilling lives.
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Valorie Burton's keynote presentations have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from audiences at Arizona State University and the Microsoft Leadership Conference. Reviewers praised her authentic style, research-based insights, and ability to inspire and energize diverse groups, leaving attendees feeling empowered and motivated. The main strengths highlighted include her engaging delivery and the practical wisdom she shares, which resonates with various demographics. There are no significant weaknesses mentioned in the reviews. Overall, Valorie Burton is highly regarded as a dynamic speaker who effectively connects with her audience, and both institutions look forward to welcoming her back.
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