Kelly
Swanson
The Funniest Keynote you will ever hear
Hall of Fame Speaker
Strategic Storyteller Coaching Audiences towards desired Outcomes and Deeper Connections
With over two decades of making people laugh while changing the way they see their story, Kelly now teaches leaders, teams, and influencers how to use the power of strategic storytelling to connect, persuade, and create lasting impact. She doesn’t just teach story—she lives it.
Sharing her own journey from self-doubt to standing ovations, Kelly will show you how to flip your script, find your brave, and discover the story that’s been waiting to be told—all while laughing the whole way.
Speaking Topics
Nursing Leadership
Entertainment Humor
Leadership
Burnout
Kelly Swanson is an award-winning storyteller, comedian, motivational speaker, Huffington Post Contributor, and cast member of The Fashion Hero television show airing on Amazon Prime. She is also author of Who Hijacked My Fairy Tale, The Land of If Only, The Story Formula, and The Affirmation Journal for Positive Thinking. She was a featured entertainer for Holland America Cruise Lines, keynote speaker for the International Toastmasters Convention, and has keynoted major conferences and corporate events from coast to coast. She just launched her one-woman show Who Hijacked My Fairy Tale in theaters and it is being booked all over the country. In July of 2022 she was inducted into the National Speakers Association Speaker Hall of Fame.
Kelly’s wacky wit and powerful stories have charmed hearts and tickled funny bones for over 18 years. In addition to her role as a funny motivational speaker, Kelly teaches people how she does it by sharing what she has learned about connecting and engaging to have more influence in business, through the use of one tool – strategic storytelling. Sharing her own powerful journey through story and the formula she discovered, you come to that magical place where the art of story meets the business of persuasion.
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Testimonials
KEYNOTE TOPICS
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In a world where self-doubt and external pressures often dictate our narrative, many of us are held captive by stories that diminish our true potential. These limiting beliefs create barriers to personal growth, leading to feelings of stagnation and unfulfillment. Kelly Swanson believes if you want to change your life, you must start by changing your story.
In this hysterically funny, motivational program, Kelly draws from her own journey of overcoming challenges and reshaping her narrative, blending humor with profound insights to inspire a shift in perspective.
Participants are guided to rewrite their own stories, cultivating a winning mindset that unlocks passion, purpose, and confidence. With Kelly’s unique storytelling approach, individuals are empowered to not only envision a brighter future but to actively pursue it.
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In a world where self-doubt and external pressures often dictate our narrative, many of us are held captive by stories that diminish our true potential. These limiting beliefs create barriers to personal growth, leading to feelings of stagnation and unfulfillment. Kelly Swanson believes if you want to change your life, you must start by changing your story.
In this hysterically funny, motivational program, Kelly draws from her own journey of overcoming challenges and reshaping her narrative, blending humor with profound insights to inspire a shift in perspective.
Participants are guided to rewrite their own stories, cultivating a winning mindset that unlocks passion, purpose, and confidence. With Kelly’s unique storytelling approach, individuals are empowered to not only envision a brighter future but to actively pursue it.
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No matter what industry you are in, or what job title you hold, at some point you will find yourself in a position of influence – wanting or needing to convince someone else to do something. The goal is clear: to connect, engage, persuade, and leave a lasting impact. Yet, many professionals find themselves falling short, often missing that crucial emotional connection that drives action and loyalty.
Enter the transformative power of storytelling.
By the end of this highly interactive program, participants will not only understand the mechanics of effective storytelling but will also be equipped to harness its power in their professional roles.
Whether you’re pitching a product, leading a team, or serving a customer, storytelling is the key to forging deeper connections and achieving desired outcomes. Under Kelly Swanson’s expert guidance, you’ll master the art of crafting compelling stories that hit the mark every time.
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An interactive high-energy high-content workshop on how to find, craft, tell, and leverage the stories that matter in your business to influence and persuade at the highest level. Learn the science behind the art so you can use the tool effectively. Learn what story is and, more importantly, what it isn't. Learn the formula for putting that story together. Learn the numer one story every person should have in their portfolio, no matter what their job or industry. Watch stories get developed and made over in real time. This program is a combination of teaching, interaction, and on-the-spot coaching. Best fits a 90 minute, half day, full day, or 2-day programs. Students receive digital copy of The Story Formula, templates to craft stories, and an online library of resources to access for one year. Full and 2-Day programs are designed to get attendees to walk out with a finished story. (Great for entreprenuers who need branding stories, sales people who need stories for presentations, speakers who need stories for speeches, and marketing people who need stories for social media.)
Note: This workshop can be catered to fit story as it applies to personal development, mindset, and the stories you tell yourself. This program topic fits a 45-120 minute time slot. It covers the six steps to rewrite your inner script, with some prompts to help you put it into action immediately.
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Fee Range: $10,000–$15,000