Jean Francois Menard  | All Presentations
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Keynote Presentations:

The Corporate Olympian

Olympic athletes need to deal with multiple distractions, manage their stress level and have robust self-confidence to deliver podium performances. Today's corporate leaders need to do the same! Thriving at work and in life doesn’t need to happen by accident, there are teachable skills that can help you reach your potential. Let's face it, being consistently great is easier said than done. The pressure to be on the mark is constantly present. Mental toughness is no longer simply an asset to perform at your best. It’s an absolute necessity. Find out what it takes to become a high performer at work and in life.

Key Takeaways
• How to build an Olympic-inspired internal drive.
• Performance techniques for high-pressure situations.

Thriving in Uncertain Times

People with the right attitude are not only surviving in Covid times, they are thriving. Let’s face it; having an agile mindset and being open-minded to uncertainties have become necessary mental skills during this pandemic. The greatest minds know that if you change the way you look at things, the things you look at will change.  JF Menard knows all about it. His world-class clients deal with change all the time! Learn practical skills to enhance constructive perspectives and to build a solution-based mindset to deal with uncertainties and changes.
 
Key Takeaways:
- Using an agile mindset in uncertain times
- Maintaining focus within a distracted workplace.
- Learning how to bounce back from setbacks.
- Developing a robust self-confidence.

The Power of Positive Psychology

Living in a busy world leads to an internal monologue that never stops. Some thoughts will be positive and constructive, while others will be more negative and destructive. What types of thoughts prevail in your mind? Are you able to control them? The greatest minds know that if you change the way you look at things, the things you look at will change. Learn practical skills to enhance constructive perspectives, build a solution-based mindset and discover the power of enjoying what you do.

Key Takeaways:
• How to establish an agile mindset within a busy workplace.
• Strategies for bouncing back efficiently from setbacks.
• The top ways to develop a robust self-confidence.

The Greatest Leaders Do Things DIFFERENTLY

The best leaders are lifelong learners. They embrace challenges and sharpen their skills purposefully. Over time, they find ways to evolve from being ordinary leaders to extraordinary leaders. We all know the best leaders are not born this way – they are made! These individuals are constantly followed by others and for good reason. They care about others, generate enthusiasm and support those who need it. The best leaders are masters of doing the small things right. Learn why great leaders act outside-the-box, have impact on others and find solutions in problematic situations.

Key Takeaways:
• Strategies for dealing with energy vampires in your environment 
• How to challenge the status quo and step out of the box

Water the Plants, Not the Weeds

Living in a busy world leads to an internal monologue that never stops. Some thoughts will be positive and constructive, while others will be more negative and destructive. What types of thoughts prevail in your mind? Are you able to control them? The greatest minds know that if you change the way you look at things, the things you look at will change. Learn practical skills to enhance constructive perspectives, build a solution-based mindset and discover the power of enjoying what you do.

R3: Rest, Recover, Reenergize

Most of you live daily routines that run at blazing speeds from the moment you get up to the moment you go close your eyes and go to sleep. Busy lifestyles make downtime seem a like a “nice to have” and you feel guilty if you want to take time to relax. Busy people perceive “breaks” as a waste of time, a moment when you are not doing something. Well, you are doing something … you are recovering and getting stronger! Learn key strategies to take smart breaks, control your agenda, optimize your energy level and be at your best when you need to be.

Key Takeaways:
  • How to boost energy levels and protecting your time like professional athletes.
  • How to pace yourself to improve sharp focusing skills.
  • Techniques to work with the fatigue, not against it.
 

Platform Plus

Workshop | Train Your Brain

Where once these skills were reserved for Olympic and professional athletes, increasingly, workplace professionals who want to reach their own podium are enhancing these skills. Let’s face it, workplace environments have changed dramatically in recent years – higher demands and heavier workloads. Mental toughness is no longer simply an asset to perform at your best, it’s an absolute necessity. This experiential speech teaches the right mental skills to leave you energized, thinking clearly, and making the right decisions – key components for getting a competitive advantage and ensuring team success!

Key Takeaways:
  • Tools for building a robust self-belief.
  • How to bounce back positively from setbacks.
  • Calming strategies to use in the presence of pressure, stress and fear.