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With nearly 20 years of experience in the field, Mary
Claire O’Neal is a communication, leadership, and
life-balance expert who delivers excellence in professional
services with successful results for her clients.
Whether you are looking for engaging, content-rich
workshops with practical tools that can be used long
after the presentation is over; dynamic keynotes,
zeroing in on timely topics; consulting with
customized workshops, or coaching—all services are
designed and customized to fit your specific needs.
Services are priced on four fee scales: Corporate,
Small Business, Non-profit, and Individual. Presentations
are priced according to time formats and venues.
Call 859-272-2515 today for your free consultation and
quote!
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"As a speaker, consultant, coach and effective
communicator, Mary Claire is unparalleled.
Whether before a large audience, in a small
meeting or one-on-one session, she has the
ability to connect with people in a dynamic,
engaging and insightful way which communicates
her message with the utmost effect." Paul
Sanders, Corporate CEO |
Speaking
Keynotes and Workshops
Presentations can be customized to fit your needs. Only
presentations that have been rated “Five Star” in client and
participant evaluations are offered below.
In Times of Change: From Overwhelm to Balance Tool Box
A practical session containing principles and six powerful
tools to more easily and effectively deal with stress and
overwhelm in order to achieve more balance—making one better
able to meet challenges in times of change. In this economic
climate, the time is now more than ever to discover and use
effective tools that will work for you in your life and
work. This session will also focus on creating and
cultivating the perspective needed in being open to finding
balance in times of stress.
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"Very practical! Mary Claire provided me with
techniques that I can use after the workshop is
over." Cec Murphy |
Leadership in the 21st Century
As evidenced in news events around the globe, the crumbling,
“Lone Ranger” style of leadership no longer works in today’s
world. The most successful leaders in the 21st Century
inspire those they lead to function at their highest and
best and to work in unity as a team or “family.”
Find out how to use clarity of vision and intent along with
techniques of diplomatic, inclusive communication as keys to
empowered and inspired leadership. How to build and sustain
trust, foster cooperation, compassionately confront when
needed, empower others, as well as other elements of
impeccable leadership will be included.
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"Your presentation was so insightful and
engaging ... The points you made are ones that
will make us better managers, better listeners,
and more effective business people."
Leanna Comer, President,
Research--Preston-Osborne |
The Art of Effective Communication
Looking to create more ease, understanding, success and
unity in professional and personal relationships? Audiences
will be given the tools and principles to:
• Effectively and clearly communicate your best intent in
all situations.
• Reduce "turf" issues and other obstacles to team unity.
• Build trust with others.
• Compassionately address problems
with others to create
more
understanding.
• Make an apology that matters and
damage control.
• Be a dynamic listener.
• Convey confident and clear
communications while making
positive connections.
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"Mary Claire's presentations are genuine,
innovative and thought-provoking." Mike
Armstrong, Division Director |
Living at the Speed of Life: Achieving Balance in Today’s
World
Based on principles and special techniques of creating a
personal vision, prioritization, and work/life timelines,
participants will be given effective ways to more clearly
see areas of life that are out of balance and discover what
experiences and activities are needed to bring more balance
and happiness to our limited time in this world.
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"Thank you for providing an inspiring and
motivating keynote address! The keynote was a
vital component in the success of this first
time event. We made a very good decision in
inviting you to speak!"
Sue Downs, Vice-President of Patient Care
Services, Flaget Memorial Hospital |
Becoming What You Want to See in the World
 How
do you live an inspired, passionate life, becoming a model
for others in the world? In the words of M.K. Gandhi, “We
must be the change we want to see in the world.” The world
changes for the better when we change ourselves for the
better. This session will contain principles and tools for
living your highest values and dreams--increasing joy,
success, peace, and unity with others--from the
award-winning book, Becoming What You Want to See in the
World, by Mary Claire O’Neal.
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"Excellent. The workshops gave me an expanded
sense of what is possible in communication and
life!" Anita Courtney, Public Health
Administrator |
The Healing and Unifying Power of Humor
 Studies
from world-class institutions show that humor enhances
health and wellbeing, as well as accelerates the healing
process. It also has been shown to increase productivity and
strengthen team collaboration. This presentation will
include research findings on humor as well as enjoyable
group activities that give participants ideas and ways to
promote healing and lightheartedness, or enhance
cooperation, teamwork and enjoyment at work.
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"Corporations who have tried comic relief aren’t
kidding when they claim it sparks creativity,
reduces stress and boosts cooperation and
productivity. It can also make the workplace a
lot more fun."
--The Wall Street Journal |
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"Valuable information presented in an
entertaining method! Mary Claire charmed the
group with her stories, humor and enthusiasm."
Bill Caywood, Seminar Coordinator |
Coaching and Consulting
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"You must be the change you want to see in
the world."
Mahatma Gandhi
Indian ascetic & nationalist leader (1869 -
1948) |
Interior Redesign (Intrapersonal) and Exterior
Redesign (Interpersonal and Unity Skills) are the
foundations of this unique work that retools perceptual
patterns or old ways of doing things that are no longer
working, creating new patterns of effective, unifying
communication and relationships, prosperity, balance, ease,
teamwork, and success.
Frequently, clients and groups experience a renaissance of
passion for their lives and work, more easily seeing and
creating solutions, drawing from their own wisdom and the
wisdom of others--all the while honoring their highest
values and the "big picture" or overall vision or mission of
their lives and organizations.
Reinvent yourself in this time of change. The time is now
more than ever.
Life and Communication Coaching
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"Excellent. Your session gave me an
expanded sense of what is possible in
communication and life!"
Anita Courtney, Public Health Administrator,
Author |
My coaching model is based on the important premise that the
only expert on you is you. I help you find your own wisdom,
inspiration, passion, and action strategies to: realize what
fulfills you; strengthen areas of communication in which you
are looking for greater confidence; experience more balance;
reach your goals, experience success, and realize more of
your true potential.
• Would you benefit from an objective perspective to help
you with
accountability and support on your path?
• Do you want to become a more skilled, dynamic and
confident public
speaker?
• Would you like to strengthen and enhance your
communication in all
areas of life to create more
understanding and ease with others?
• Are you looking for ways to become "unstuck" and create
more ease,
fulfillment, and joy in your personal and
professional relationships?
• Do you want to reactivate your passion in life and find
greater balance?
• Are you looking for principles and tools that really work
to help you see
progress, success and reach your goals?
• Do you want to become the change you want to see in the
world?
If you answered "yes" to one or more of the above questions,
then contact us about our special introductory discount of
20% off your first sessions. Mention discount code:
weboffer20
Leadership Coaching
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“You helped us see our strong points and gave
constructive help in areas where we needed
work.”
Jane Pelkki |
One-on-one or group coaching to help you take action on the
things that matter most to you and those you lead.
• Do you want to inspire those you lead to higher levels of
achievement?
• Would you benefit from an objective or unbiased
perspective?
• Do you want to enhance or fine-tune your communication and
leadership
skills?
• Do you want tools and support in becoming a better
problem-solver?
• Do you want to nurture and empower the best in yourself
and others?
• Do you want to more easily and effectively create unity
with those you
lead?
If you answered "yes" to one or more of the questions above,
then contact us for a special 20% discount off your first
session. Mention discount code: weboffer20
Blend of Consulting and Coaching
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“Since the consulting and workshop, I
have experienced fewer incidences of Human
Resource issues that revolve around gossip and
negativity. In addition to this, I have noticed
a significant improvement in our employees
wanting to be a part of the solution rather than
a part of the problem. Employees have taken an
active approach to improving communication
between departments and understanding that we
are all ONE team! Once again I thank you so very
much for your hard work, your sincerity for the
work that you do, and your dedication to making
the world a more positive place to live. You
truly lead by example and define joyful living.
I hope that I have the opportunity to work with
you again.” Bridgette
Robinson, Director, Human Relations |
Whenever there are two or more people working together,
communication issues will arise. This is normal, and it's
the healthy company or organization that addresses these
bumps in the road before they become potholes. The emphasis
in my work is on customized, practical skills building,
problem-solving strategies and content-rich sessions. When
communication is specifically aligned with the "big picture"
intent or the mission of your organization, turf issues,
separation and politics are reduced and cooperation, unity
and teamwork are strengthened.
How do I know what to address with each group? Consulting
begins with an information-gathering interview with one or
more representatives of your organization (usually the CEO
and/or HR Director) in order to customize sessions or
workshops to fit the needs of your organization. This
initial session is usually followed by a session in which
specific dynamics and needs are discussed in more detail
with one or both of the above representatives. If agreeable
with the organization, a pre-workshop survey is designed and
electronically administered to those who will be attending
the culminating workshop (for my review before designing the
workshop). After the workshop, there is usually a follow-up
session with participants in how the techniques are working,
including Q & A.
Please call 859-272-2515 or
email us to
discuss your needs and obtain a free quote!
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