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Key Points for Kim Seeling Smith
- Kim Seeling Smith is a Business Futurist who helps organizations navigate the rapidly changing landscape of AI and the interconnected challenges of multiple crises, known as the Polycrisis.
- Kim has collaborated with notable figures like Sir Richard Branson on the Future of Work and has been named a Top 101 Global Influencer on Employee Engagement. She authored the guide "Mind Reading for Managers" and co-wrote a Career Development Guide with Brian Tracy.
- Kim is frequently featured in prominent media outlets, including The Today Show, Forbes, Fast Company, SmartCompany, CEO Magazine, CNBC Online, the Australian Financial Review, and the Sydney Morning Herald.
- Originally trained as a CPA with KPMG, Kim combines her commercial expertise with innovative Future of Work strategies, effectively bridging the worlds of commerce and human resources.
Topics for Kim Seeling Smith
- Workplace 2035: Thrive in the age of AI and the polycrisis
Part bespoke AI demo, part in-depth exploration of future trends, this keynote is ideal to wow the audience, challenge their thinking - and leave them with a heavy dose of optimism and practical strategies to thrive in this transformative era.
Did you know that 45% of global CEOs believe their companies won't survive the next decade without significant changes? This is a wake-up call from PwC's latest CEO survey. With AI accelerating at breakneck speed, the convergence of multiple crises (the 'Polycrisis'), and an unprecedented talent shortage, the coming decade is set to be both extraordinarily challenging and exhilarating.
To not only survive but thrive in this transformative era, we need to go:- From Revenue to Responsibility: The business evolution required for today’s consumer and workforce.
- From Employees to Entrepreneurs: The workforce revolution and its implications on success.
- From Desk to Distributed: The workplace renaissance changing how and where we do what we do.
- From Command to Connect: The leadership evolution that must happen.
Join me for an engaging, thought-provoking session designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the next 10 years with confidence and success.
Don't miss this opportunity to future-proof your organization and lead with impact.
Available as a 60 minute inspiration session, a 90 minute interactive session or a series of 1 - 3 deep dive half-day workshops.
- 9 Keys to keep your best people from walking out the door
Based on over 5,000 exit interviews! This practical, ‘choose your own adventure’ program is perfect for anyone who manages a team that yearns for a simple, practical way to increase employee engagement, wellbeing, and profitability.
The audience will leave with:- An understanding of how you, the leader, directly impact your team’s performance and what you can do about it.
- A proven framework to help inspire, measure and manage high performance (especially with a remote or hybrid workforce).
- A practical model, based on over 5,000 exit interviews and updated to include the latest international research to increase employee motivation and wellbeing. We take the guesswork out of employee motivation and engagement. The research is clear. Your ability to keep your best people from walking out the door is a direct result of their manager's ability to connect with them and to understand what they need to be fully motivated and engaged. Connection begins with conversation, but most managers don't talk to their people enough or about the right things because they are confused and frustrated about what their people really want. Luckily, reverse engineering over 5,000 exit interviews gives us significant clues as to what workers really want and what employers need to deliver to keep their teams together during this time of immense change. This model, dubbed the 9 Currencies of Choice® was originally developed in 2010 and has been updated for the post-Covid workforce. It has proven to be wildly successful in increasing employee retention, motivation, productivity, and profitability. This is a choose your own adventure keynote where every presentation turns into a unique conversation with the audience.
- Mastering AI: From fear to confidence – your essential guide to thriving with AI
Unlock the power of AI with a keynote designed to turn uncertainty into understanding and practical action. This session blends essential AI fundamentals with multiple engaging demos, empowering you to understand, discuss, and use AI tools effectively.
Did you know that many professionals feel overwhelmed by the rapid rise of AI technology? Concerns about job security, ethical considerations, and the sheer volume of tools are common. This keynote is crafted to address these fears head-on and turn them into a new source of confidence and capability.
In this keynote, you’ll discover:- AI fundamentals: Master the essentials of AI to think and talk about it intelligently in any conversation.
- Practical tool demonstrations: Go beyond ChatGPT with a hands-on demo showcasing a range of AI tools tailored to your work, helping you identify which ones will enhance your performance.
- Confidence over fear: Learn how to embrace AI as an ally rather than a threat, from productivity boosts to strategic advantages.
Why Attend?- Insights: Cut through the noise and discover the AI tools that will actually make a difference in your role.
- Strategies: Get a roadmap to move from basic AI knowledge to actionable expertise, leaving the guesswork behind.
- Confidence: Replace fear with empowered decision-making and future-proof skills to lead confidently in the age of AI.
- Join me to demystify AI and boost your potential. This is more than a keynote—it’s your guide to navigating AI with clarity, competence, and confidence. Don’t miss this chance to gain essential knowledge and equip yourself for success in the AI-driven world.
This is more than a keynote—it’s your guide to navigating AI with clarity, competence, and confidence. Don’t miss this chance to gain essential knowledge and equip yourself for success in the AI-driven world.
Testimonials for Kim Seeling Smith
I would highly recommend Kim for any business keynote. I recently saw her at the Gold Coast Business week and her presentation on the future of AI was exceptional. It was one of 5 AI keynotes I've seen recently and this one definitely carried to most weight with me. There were many practical nuggets of gold that I took away and generally found it a fascinating and highly engaging discussion. Her plethora of knowledge would be highly beneficial to any professional not looking to be left behind in the AI era.
Growth Leader
KPMG
Kim Seeling Smith delivered an unforgettable session at BoldHaus Groove, leaving our global audience of thought leaders and entrepreneurs inspired and energized. Her talk on the future of AI was a masterclass in combining humor, insight, and actionable strategies. She challenged conventional thinking while making a complex topic both relatable and engaging. Our attendees walked away with not only a deeper understanding of AI — but also practical tools and mindsets to future-proof their businesses. Kim is a powerhouse speaker who comes 1000% prepared and sets the bar incredibly high. We’re all still buzzing with ideas and inspiration from her session!
CEO and Founder of BoldHaus
an Inc. 5000-Recognized Company
Kim’s presentation at the 2024 AAC Annual Conference, themed " Building the Future - Innovations in Certification & Building Surveying" captivated nearly 700 delegates. She highlighted the revolutionary role of artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies in reshaping Certifiers professional role. Her presentation was engaging and full of energy!
Events and Training
Association of Australian Certifiers
Thank you Kim Seeling Smith! It was such an inspiring and insightful session! Wella Red customers have now a great toolbox that they can implement in their salons!
Managing Director
ANZ at Wella Company
Kim delivered the opening keynote at our Industry Leadership Forum in November. We gave her a brief to challenge the audience to think differently and she delivered. We were impressed by her industry knowledge, ability to tailor her content to the level of leader and her ability to engage from the stage. Kim was also very easy to work with and got great feedback from the participants. I highly recommend Kim to speak at your conference.
Global Vice President Portfolio Management
Worley
We received all positive feedback from our delegates stating they learnt tools to take back & implement into their businesses.
TABMA
The Best digital speaker session I’ve been a part of. Kim managed to get the same level of engagement as she would standing in front of us.
Chair & Leadership Mentor
TEC The Executive Connection
By far the strongest results of our entire series of business summits.
Director of Tax & Business Advisory
RSM Australia
Kim was one of only a handful of non-technical speakers we asked to move from our live to virtual Summit at the onset of COVID.
Event Content Project Manager
Atlassian
We could not be more delighted with the impact Kim has made with our business and with our clients.
Group Managing Director
PEOPLE2PEOPLE
If anyone can think of questions while listening to this, they have 2 brains working separately!
Steering Committee Member, Veterans Career Day event
CISCO
I loved the stats used and how Kim tied them to the stories she told.
Keep up the amazing work. I look forward to many more presentations to come.
Without a doubt, the best hour I've spent since the pandemic started.
Packed with so much information but Kim delivered it in a really engaging way.
Fabulous! I'm usually one to be multitasking in the background however I was hooked.
Slides with a little bubble of Kim presenting is the best idea I've seen yet.
Never a dull moment with Kim Seeling Smith.
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