Something extraordinary happens when we pause, look someone in the eye, and hear their story—not to respond, but to understand. In those moments, we stop being strangers and start becoming us. Read More >

In this heart-opening and interactive keynote, Melissa Majors invites audiences into a shared experience of listening, learning, and connecting through the transformative power of personal storytelling. With warmth, humor, and authenticity, Melissa shares pivotal moments from her own colorful journey—lessons gathered through lived experiences in business, community, and life itself.

But this isn’t just her story—it’s a spark.

Through intentional prompts and guided conversations, audience members are invited to step into one another’s shoes—briefly becoming “storytourists” in the lives of others. These moments of reflection and sharing reveal something profound: When we slow down and listen, we don’t just hear stories. We collect wisdom. We build empathy. We create belonging. Together, we’ll explore the places where our lives intersect—where wisdom lives, empathy grows, and connection takes root.

This keynote experience will meet you where you are—and inspire you to live an even more fulfilled life, armed with wisdom from each other’s experiences.

In Your Shoes is an immersive keynote that helps people:

• Reflect on their own journey
• Experience others’ stories through guided conversation
• Learn tools to foster meaningful dialogue in their everyday lives.

Through humor, vulnerability, and interactive storytelling, Melissa helps audiences remember what it means to be human—together.

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• A deeper sense of belonging
• Greater empathy and trust across difference
• Practical tools for building connections at work and in life
• And a renewed belief that their story can inspire greatness in themselves and others

No leader sets out to create a toxic work environment. Yet, many teams still find themselves stuck in cultures that drain energy, kill engagement, and stifle performance. Global workplace studies make it clear that leaders' biggest problems today are disengagement and declining employee well-being. The solution? Leadership that rehumanizes the workplace. Read More >

The good news is that you can fix this. High-performing leaders create thriving cultures by stripping away complexity, embracing humanity, and fostering genuine connections. They make the workplace a place where people want to be—not just a place they have to be.

In this engaging, story-driven session, Melissa Majors unpacks the research, shares real-world examples, and delivers practical strategies to help you eliminate "unintentional toxicity" and build high-performing, happy teams. Her approach is backed by neuroscience, research, and common sense, offering simple yet profound shifts you can implement immediately.

What You’ll Walk Away With:

• A clear case for why rehumanized leadership is the key to solving today’s workplace challenges.
• Specific, actionable leadership tactics to detoxify your culture and boost engagement.
• Access ready-to-use resources (infographics + social media posts) to keep the conversation going.

This isn’t just another leadership talk. It’s a roadmap to leading with more impact, more heart, and better results. If you’re ready to create a workplace where people and performance thrive—this session is for you. Read Less ^

Thriving leaders don’t hoard power—they share it. They create environments where everyone can grow, contribute, and thrive. But let’s be realistic: women in the workplace often face unique challenges that make success harder than it should be. Covert competition, microaggressions, lack of sponsorship, the tightrope between authenticity and assimilation, increased scrutiny—you name it. Read More >

In this engaging, story-driven session, Melissa Majors unpacks the research, shares real-world scenarios, and delivers practical leadership strategies that help eliminate barriers to women’s success. Whether you're a manager, an aspiring leader, or a supportive colleague, this session will equip you with the tools to lead with integrity and impact.

What You’ll Walk Away With:

• A clear case for why mindful leadership is the key to empathizing with women’s unique career experiences.
• Practical, real-world tactics to navigate obstacles and choose actions that help other women thrive.
• Access ready-to-use resources (infographics + social media posts) to keep the conversation going.

This isn’t a talk suggesting women must transform into an unrecognizable version of themselves to be successful—it’s a roadmap for supporting other women’s success so they can thrive just as they are. If you desire a better way to unlock the best performance for everyone on your team, this session is for you. Read Less ^

Let’s be honest—our "peopling" skills are a little rusty. After years of Zoom calls and sweatpants, the idea of walking into a room full of strangers and networking might sound about as appealing as a dentist appointment. We default to small talk, stick with the people we already know, and collect business cards we’ll never look at again. Read More >

But what if networking could actually be fun, natural, and, dare we say… effective?

In this highly interactive workshop, leadership expert and author Melissa Majors will help you shake off the networking cobwebs and show you how to:

• Break out of your clique (without the awkwardness) and connect beyond your usual circle.
• Use smarter tools to swap contact info effortlessly—because it’s 2025, and we can do better than business cards.
• Have deeper, more meaningful conversations—even with people you already know.
• Practice real networking in real time—this isn’t just a lecture; it’s a networking event within a networking event.

This isn’t about stale icebreakers or collecting the most LinkedIn connections—it’s about learning how to build real relationships that actually move your career forward.

If networking has ever felt forced, exhausting, or just plain awkward, this session is for you. Show up, shake off the rust, and leave with connections that matter. Your future self (and your career) will thank you. Read Less ^

Let’s face it—most presentations are forgettable. People zone out, check their phones, and politely nod while secretly thinking about lunch. But what if your presentations could actually mesmerize your audience and persuade them to act on your guidance? Read More >

It’s entirely possible: thanks to advances in neuroscience, we now know what makes people pay attention, retain information, and actually remember what you said.

In this highly engaging, interactive session, Melissa Majors unpacks the science and art of delivering mesmerizing presentations—ones that work with the brain, not against it. You’ll walk away with practical, research-backed techniques that keep audiences engaged, make your message stick, and turn every presentation into a memorable experience.

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• How to design and deliver presentations that align with how the brain learns.
• The right way to use visuals for maximum comprehension and retention.
• Basic neuroscience principles that explain why people pay attention—or tune out.

Fair leaders don’t just hope for fairness in their teams—they build it into everything they do. But what does that actually look like? What specific actions set fair leaders and teams apart? Read More >

In this powerful and practical session, leadership expert Melissa Majors reveals a simple truth: the best leaders don’t leave fairness to chance. Their tactics are simple yet profoundly impact their team’s performance, collaboration, and mindset, creating workplaces where people want to stay and do their best.

Their traits fall into seven categories:

• Business Process – Embedding fairness into everyday systems and decisions
• Collaboration – Making sure every voice is heard and valued
• Mindset – Recognizing the influence of instincts without letting them run the show
• Leading Self & Others – Practicing self-awareness and modeling fairness
• Decisions – Making choices that elevate people, not exclude them
• Values – Living out a commitment to respect and fairness
• Empathy – Understanding experiences beyond their own

Melissa Majors makes these concepts easy to understand and embrace with storytelling, research, and real-world strategies. She shows how our brains (not our intentions) are often the biggest roadblocks to fairness.

One of Melissa’s superpowers is having hard conversations without making the conversation hard. So prepare for a light-hearted yet impactful, engaging experience where you’ll learn from her expertise, yourself, and others.

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• A deeper understanding of concepts like intellectual humility, tactical empathy,
• GroupThink, and instinct intelligence.
• Actionable habits and strategies used by fair teams and leaders.
• Access to social posts, job aids, and toolkits to help reinforce fair team habits in your daily work.

You want to be a better leader. Of course, you do. But let’s be honest—who has time for leadership training? Not you. You’re too busy actually leading. Read More >

Here’s the problem: your team’s success (and your sanity) depends on your ability to evolve as a leader. But if you don’t have time to learn new leadership skills, how are you supposed to keep up?

That’s where Busy Bosses comes in. This fast, engaging, and actually useful session is designed for high-performing leaders who need practical strategies—but don’t have hours to spare.

Melissa Majors, CEO of Melissa Majors Consulting, distills the latest leadership trends into simple, actionable takeaways you can use immediately. No fluff, no wasted time—just the tools you need to lead with confidence in today’s fast-moving world.

What You’ll Learn (Without Wasting Time):

• How to prioritize what actually matters
• Why intellectual humility makes you a stronger leader
• The secret to overcoming fear of conflict (without losing your cool)
• How to foster trust across differences and build high-performing teams
• Mastering virtual collaboration without the awkward Zoom silences
• Tactical empathy—leading with heart and strategy
• How to empower others without micromanaging
• Maintaining mental clarity in a world full of distractions
• What servant leadership really means (and how to do it well)

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• Practical, time-saving leadership tactics you can use right away
• A clear understanding of why leadership must evolve to stay relevant
• Access to infographics, social posts, and tools to keep the momentum going.