Kristel Bauer

Corporate Wellness and Performance Expert; Author of Work-Life Tango; TEDx Speaker; Host of Top Podcast "Live Greatly”; Contributing Writer for Entrepreneur

Kristel Bauer

Corporate Wellness and Performance Expert; Author of Work-Life Tango; TEDx Speaker; Host of Top Podcast "Live Greatly”; Contributing Writer for Entrepreneur

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Biography

Kristel Bauer is a keynote speaker, award-winning author, and corporate wellness and performance expert who helps leaders and teams sustain high performance in demanding environments while strengthening resilience, optimism, and well-being. Kristel has worked with organizations across industries and is known for delivering engaging keynote experiences that leave audiences energized and equipped with strategies they can immediately apply.

Kristel brings a distinctive perspective to the stage shaped by her background in healthcare. She practiced as a Physician Assistant in Integrative Psychiatry and completed a Fellowship in Integrative Medicine, experiences that give her unique insight into the science of stress, resilience, and human performance.

She is the award-winning author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony and Peak Performance Wherever You Work, where she introduces her signature Work-Life Tango Framework—a fresh approach that helps professionals navigate work and life with greater intention, energy, and alignment.

Kristel is also the host of the Live Greatly Podcast, ranked in the top 1.5% globally, where she interviews leading experts, Olympic athletes, and business leaders about leadership, well-being, and sustainable success.

Her work has been featured in NBC, ABC, FOX, Forbes, and other prominent media outlets, and she was recognized as a Top Impact Speaker by Real Leaders Magazine.

Through engaging storytelling and science-backed insights drawn from behavioral science, positive psychology, and leadership research, Kristel equips audiences with powerful, actionable strategies they can immediately apply.

Her presentations inspire audiences while helping organizations cultivate cultures where people can perform at a high level, strengthen resilience, and sustain the energy needed for long-term success.

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Speech Topics

High-Performance Habits: Unlocking Energy, Focus & Sustainable Success

Peak performance isn’t about doing more — it’s about building habits that consistently support clarity, energy, and meaningful progress.

In today’s fast-paced work environment, many professionals feel stretched thin as they juggle competing priorities while trying to stay focused and productive. In this energizing keynote, Kristel Bauer shares research-informed insights that help leaders and teams cultivate habits that support sustained high performance without sacrificing well-being.

Drawing from behavioral science, positive psychology, and her background as a Physician Assistant with experience in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel reveals how the right daily habits can dramatically improve focus, decision-making, productivity, and resilience.

Through engaging stories, science-backed insights, and powerful strategies audiences can immediately apply, this keynote helps individuals rethink how they work so they can perform at a high level while sustaining the energy needed for long-term success.

Key Takeaways

Participants discover how to:

Build high-performance habits that support sustained peak performance
Align daily work rhythms with natural cycles of focus and creativity
Strengthen decision-making and clarity in demanding environments
Reduce distractions and reclaim time and attention
Sustain energy and productivity while avoiding burnout

Embracing Change: Unlocking Motivation & Momentum in Times of Uncertainty

Change is no longer an occasional disruption — it is the environment many organizations operate in every day.

In this inspiring keynote, Kristel Bauer equips audiences to thrive amid uncertainty by strengthening motivation, adaptability, and growth-oriented thinking.

Blending insights from behavioral science with engaging storytelling, Kristel explores how individuals and teams can shift their perspective on change, move beyond fear and perfectionism, and build the confidence needed to move forward with clarity.

Audiences discover how moments of uncertainty can become catalysts for learning, innovation, and meaningful progress.

Participants leave energized with actionable strategies that help them approach change with optimism, resilience, and forward momentum.

Key Takeaways

Participants discover how to:

Reframe change as a catalyst for growth and opportunity
Strengthen adaptability and confidence in uncertain environments
Maintain motivation and focus during periods of transition
Overcome fear, perfectionism, and resistance to change
Lead teams through change with clarity and optimism

Beyond Work-Life Balance: The Work-Life Tango Framework for Sustainable Success

The traditional idea of work-life balance no longer reflects the reality of today’s workplace.

With constant connectivity, evolving expectations, and increasing demands, professionals need a more flexible and empowering approach to sustaining both success and well-being.

In this inspiring keynote, Kristel Bauer introduces her signature Work-Life Tango Framework, a modern approach to navigating work and life with greater intention, energy, and alignment.

Rather than striving for perfect balance, audiences discover how to work with the natural rhythms of work and life — adjusting priorities as demands shift while staying grounded in what matters most.

Through engaging insights and relatable examples, Kristel shows how intentional choices around mindset, boundaries, and daily habits can transform how individuals experience their work and lives.

Participants leave inspired to approach their responsibilities with greater clarity, purpose, and alignment while creating more meaningful moments both professionally and personally.

Key Takeaways

Participants discover how to:

Move beyond the outdated concept of work-life balance
Apply the Work-Life Tango Framework to real workplace demands
Strengthen energy, clarity, and sustainable performance
Set boundaries that support both results and well-being
Navigate remote, hybrid, and in-person work environments with intention

Strong Leadership, Thriving Teams: Building a Growth Mindset Culture

Strong leadership and high-performing teams are built through intentional leadership, clear communication, and cultures that support growth and trust.

In today’s fast-moving workplace, leaders are navigating increasing complexity, change, and evolving team dynamics. In this engaging keynote, Kristel Bauer shares insights that help leaders strengthen self-awareness, elevate emotional intelligence, and cultivate leadership habits that support thriving teams.

Drawing from leadership research, psychology, and her background in healthcare, Kristel reveals how communication, mindset, and leadership behaviors shape team culture and performance.

Through inspiring examples and actionable strategies, audiences discover how strong leadership creates environments where individuals feel empowered, engaged, and motivated to contribute their best work.

Participants leave inspired to lead with greater clarity, confidence, and intention while fostering cultures where teams can thrive.

Key Takeaways

Participants discover how to:

Strengthen emotional intelligence and leadership presence
Foster trust and meaningful communication across teams
Build psychological safety that fuels collaboration and innovation
Navigate complexity while maintaining strong leadership clarity
Cultivate growth-mindset cultures that support engagement and performance

Burnout Prevention in High-Pressure Workplaces: Building Resilience & Sustainable Success

Today’s professionals are often expected to perform at a high level while navigating demanding workloads, rapid change, and constant connectivity.

In this energizing keynote, Kristel Bauer shares research-informed insights that help leaders and teams strengthen resilience, protect their energy, and sustain high performance in demanding environments.

Drawing from behavioral science and her healthcare background, Kristel explores how mindset, boundaries, and daily habits shape how individuals experience stress and pressure at work.

Through inspiring insights and actionable strategies, audiences discover how to recognize early warning signs of burnout, cultivate habits that sustain energy, and create healthier work rhythms that support both performance and well-being.

Participants leave empowered to approach their work with greater clarity, resilience, and intention while contributing to cultures where people can perform at their best.

Key Takeaways

Participants discover how to:

Recognize early warning signs of burnout
Cultivate habits that sustain energy and resilience
Reframe stress and pressure in empowering ways
Strengthen personal well-being while maintaining strong performance
Create work rhythms that support both productivity and recovery

Finding Your Imperfect Happy: Creating Optimism, Resilience & High-Quality Moments

In demanding workplaces, it’s easy for individuals and teams to slip into survival mode — moving from one responsibility to the next while feeling disconnected from the present moment.

In this uplifting keynote, Kristel Bauer introduces a powerful mindset shift: Finding Your Imperfect Happy. Instead of waiting for circumstances to be perfect, audiences discover how to work with the present moment and intentionally create more high-quality moments each day.

Drawing from positive psychology, behavioral science, and insights from her award-winning book Work-Life Tango, Kristel explores how optimism, resilience, and intention can transform everyday experiences in ways that support both well-being and performance.

Through inspiring stories and actionable insights, audiences learn how embracing imperfection can unlock greater fulfillment, energy, and connection at work and in life.

Participants leave inspired to approach their work and lives with greater presence, clarity, and intention.

Key Takeaways

Participants discover how to:

Understand the science behind happiness and high performance
Cultivate optimism without ignoring real workplace pressures
Strengthen resilience and perspective during challenges
Increase engagement and presence in everyday moments
Embrace the power of being imperfectly happy

Testimonials

"Kristel Bauer is a gift. I have worked in the public/private sector for nearly 40 years and believe she is the best Keynote conference speaker I’ve ever encountered. It is not an overstatement to describe her style and message as 'life changing.'"

- Director, CSEA Employee Benefit Fund

“It was an absolute pleasure working with Kristel earlier this year. Beyond her fantastic credentials, her immediate care, kindness, and dedication to working with us to create a meaningful event for our company was outstanding. The event was "Reframe Your Internal Story for More Happiness and Fulfillment” and the feedback was excellent. Kristel is inspiring, thoughtful, and was a perfect addition to our Women's History Month celebration. I hope to work with Kristel in the future and certainly enjoy her daily posts for an added boost of confidence and energy to my day!”

- Santander Bank

"Ms. Kristel Bauer presented the morning keynote address to the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) National Capitol Area (NCA) Chapter’s annual Mid-Atlantic Conference (MAC) on 12 October 2022. This was the NCA Chapter’s first in-person MAC since 2019. Her opening keynote address on "Reduce Stress & Thrive Personally and Professionally with Work/Life Integration” was incredibly timely and needed given all that we have been through over the last 3 years. Her messages resonated with our audience and set the stage for a great day of education and networking with colleagues and friends in our industry. Kristel was so easy-going, and an immense pleasure to work with from the first days of reaching out to check her interest and availability for this event; through the planning and preparation of the event; and then culminating in a spot-on kick-off to our MAC 2022. We highly recommend that other organizations looking for an excellent speaker with a message of how to live and thrive successfully reach out to Kristel."

- Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP)

“I had the opportunity to hear Kristel's inspirational message at the Vision Source Exchange and WOW! As a fellow heath care professional, she was able to perfectly blend real life challenges of knowing yourself with science to help me really understand my own challenges in a way that shows me I can make changes to bring more happiness into my own life. Because of Kristel's message, I will be a stronger leader of my team, a more compassionate doctor to my patients and, most importantly, a better husband and dad. How do you thank someone for that? My advice is that if you have an opportunity to bring Kristel Bauer to your team, you should take it.”

- CEO of Leadership OD

"Ms. Kristel Bauer presented the morning keynote address to the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) National Capitol Area (NCA) Chapter’s annual Mid-Atlantic Conference (MAC). This was the NCA Chapter’s first in-person MAC since 2019. Her opening keynote address on 'Reduce Stress & Thrive Personally and Professionally with Work/Life Integration' was incredibly timely and needed given all that we have been through over the last 3 years. Her messages resonated with our audience and set the stage for a great day of education and networking with colleagues and friends in our industry. Kristel was so easy-going, and an immense pleasure to work with from the first days of reaching out to check her interest and availability for this event; through the planning and preparation of the event; and then culminating in a spot-on kick-off to our MAC 2022. We highly recommend that other organizations looking for an excellent speaker with a message of how to live and thrive successfully reach out to Kristel."

- Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP)

“From the second I met Kristel, she displayed the perfect combination of confidence, warmth and overall professionalism. Kristel arrived early and was extremely prepared! When it was time to hit the stage, Kristel did exactly what we hoped for and more – she owned the room and it was very obvious that the attendees were extremely engaged. We hope that we have the opportunity to work with Kristel again, we highly recommend her!”

- Quest Mindshare

“I greatly enjoyed Kristel's recent presentation at the Quirks Insight conference in Chicago. I'm A-type by nature, so attended every possible session and Kristel's was one of the most inspiring, uplifting, yet soothing talks! I'm no stranger to health and wellness working in the healthcare arena, yet, Kristel's talk was erudite, clear, and thought provoking throughout. I particularly enjoyed her touching on various practical interventions to boost one's inner well being, but in addition, branching that out to influence positively all those around you, from corporate teams, clients, and other customers. At the end of the day, as Kristel emphasized so well, there is a positive synergy between self nurturing and optimally impacting others. I would highly recommend her as an expert and positive influencer in this space.”

- President DiCicco Research

"It has been a delight to work with Kristel on the development of our Personal Wellbeing elearning course. Kristel brings a unique, holistic perspective to this subject which has engaged our clients with many plaudits. In addition, we have had the good fortune of Kristel presenting to our clients across the globe and her expertise, enthusiasm and authenticity have been so evident."

- Chief Executive Officer at Cardinus Risk Management

“Kristel gave an excellent presentation on Self Care to the annual General Mills Women in Marketing event. This could not have come at a better time as our women have dealt with multiple stressors over the past year and a half. One director stated: ‘LOVED the self-care session! Such great, practical tips. Thanks WIM team for bringing this speaker in!’ The tips associated with multiple aspects of care, important self-reflection questions, and effective hands on practice provided relevant instruction that our members can incorporate into their daily lives.”

- General Mills, Inc.

“Kristel Bauer is the best at what she does. Kristel connects with her audience and makes sure that everyone receives a transformation in her presence. I am so grateful that she was a part of my retreat, She helped make my event a success. Thanks, Kristel for being you!”

- Founder Womenpreneurs Breaking Barriers, Online Leadership Development Agency

"We initially invited Kristel as a guest lecturer for our PA program. As a graduate of the program, and the additional training in integrative medicine, she offered a unique perspective to our students. Given her focus on mindfulness and wellness every time she taught, we invited her back to specially teach that to students, faculty and staff. The tools she provides are invaluable, and she can speak from the point of view of a fellow healthcare provider as well."

- Jason Radke MMs, PA-C

"Kristel’s passion for health and wellness was evident during her series of presentations for RFU staff, faculty and students. Her talks provided attendees with helpful strategies and resources that could easily be incorporated in their daily lives. Kristel is easy to work with and her energy is contagious!"

- Assistant Director of Academic Support at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

"Kristel Bauer, PA-C presented a mind and body wellness seminar for our members. She delivered a smooth, evidenced-based presentation, complete with practical 'how-to' activities and recommendations. It was clear that Kristel had spent a great deal of time preparing for her presentation. She was passionate about the topic and our members enjoyed her advice! Thanks, Kristel!"

- Anita See, PA-C, President-Elect of Illinois Academy of Pas

"As a 2nd year PA Student about to enter a career in the middle of a pandemic, Kristel's stress management/lifestyle lectures were a wonderful complement to my education. She is a champion of integrative medicine and boosted my arsenal of wellness modalities which I hope to incorporate for both my future patients and self. Her demonstration of techniques during lecture, such as Progressive Muscle Relaxation, also make her talks fun and interactive!"

- Kevin Quizon MS, PA-C

"I had the pleasure of learning from Kristel several times throughout PA school. She provided in person lectures and virtual presentations on lifestyle and stress management during COVID-19. Kristel was an excellent speaker and her presentations were well organized, easy to follow, thoughtful and informative. I am glad I was able to participate!"

- Hannah Hazlewood MS, PA-C

“Kristel is, quite simply, an outstanding speaker. Her presentation was immediately engaging, making her recommendations deeply motivating for our diverse, international audience…I wholeheartedly recommend Kristel to any leader seeking a method for improving the delicate balance between performance and team well-being. Her unique approach provides the practical tools necessary for teams to thrive in demanding, high-stakes environments.”

- AbbVie International Marketing Rheumatology, Sr. Manager

“She made it easy, she made it fun, and she hit a home run with our audience, which is still sending us great feedback from the event. So, we’re looking forward to booking Kristel as a speaker for more events in the future.”

- CEO of cityCURRENT

"Kristel’s authenticity exudes from her on stage and makes you feel like you are having a conversation with your best friend all while learning powerful tools and techniques to use in your personal and professional life."

- Mattamy Homes Assoc. Manager, Training & HR Communications