September 2017 Education Program

Speaker Information

		Thom Singer has an eclectic background working in sales, marketing and business development roles for Fortune 500 Companies, Law Firms, and entrepreneurial ventures. He believes that all opportunities come from people, and when working together to find “cooperative significance” with others we all discover more success.
Singer is a professional master of ceremonies, speaker, trainer, consultant and author of twelve books on the power of business relationships, business development, entrepreneurship, sales, legal marketing and presentation skills. He speaks regularly at business association conferences including to MPI Pittsburgh. Thom and his wife, Sara, make their home in Austin, Texas and are the parents of two highly spirited daughter's.

Learner Outcomes: 

At the end of this session, participants will have an increased understanding of:

• Goal Setting
• Realistic Assessments
• Teamwork
• Successful Human Engagement
• Cross-Selling

Event Description:  

Having “high potential” does not mean performing at maximum capability. While many believe they are doing all they can, a huge number of professionals are frustrated because they are coming up short of their personal expectations (and the expectations of others). Some have become paralyzed from taking risks by the fear of failure, while others are not sure what is holding them back.

Thom Singer has surveyed hundreds of people and the feedback is stunning that the majority of people are confident they can have greater success in their career. Additionally, those who plan meetings have high expectations for their events, and much like an individual there can be a gap between potential and results. Beyond excuses and finger pointing, this interactive presentation gets to the heart of how people can accomplish more and enjoy their work.

For decades companies have been identifying and training their “high potential” employees, but these individuals are not always growing into the organization’s future leaders. There is a clear paradox around potential. The “future of work” is about more than telecommuting and stand up desks. Finding ways to transcend potential, goals, educations, action, hard work and serendipity is key to long-term success. Those who are focused on goal setting, realistic assessments, teamwork, successful human engagement, cross-selling, and other skills will help their company reach the highest potential and be more fulfilled in their jobs.

 Venue Information:

Welcome to the newly renovatedDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh - Cranberry. Boasting the second-largest ballroom in the Greater Pittsburgh area, our Cranberry Township hotel meeting space is ideal for your special event or Pittsburgh area meeting. Our Conference Center has 23,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space, and our attentive staff will be on hand to ensure a smooth experience. Unwind in a spacious guest room and suite, equipped with an oversized desk, complimentary WiFi and a 42-inch TV. Enjoy American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks in Ember & Vine, Woodfire Oven + Social Bar. Relax in the sauna after a workout in the 24-hour fitness center. Refresh in the indoor pool or soak up the sunshine in the seasonal outdoor pool.

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Parking Information: Parking for this event is available in the lobby lot and will be offered on a complimentary basis. 

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