SPEAKING

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Teaching insider strategies for success

From dynamic conference keynotes and corporate learning & development programs, to university workshops and leadership panels, Dr. Vicki Johnson’s speaking changes how people think about their ability to stand out in the competitions of their careers. She teaches audiences simple, confidence-building frameworks to effectively pitch their potential for leadership roles, awards, investment, and special opportunities.

Speaking Themes:

Nailing Your Personal Pitch

Winner’s Mindset

Intrapreneurship

Effective Mentorship

Project Design

Leadership Development

Social Entrepreneurship

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WATCH DR. VICKI JOHNSON IN ACTION

award-winning online course

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KeyNOTE speaking

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WOrkshops

KEYNOTES & Seminars

Dr. Vicki Johnson gives dynamic seminars and keynotes that equip ambitious professionals with the strategies, confidence, and mindset to stand out in the competitions of their careers. She breaks down how to find and access career-advancing opportunities within and outside work, overcome mindset hurdles, and build valuable networks. Ready to stand out? She’ll ensure you’re not just prepared—you’re unforgettable.

Keynotes:

Why You? How to Nail the Most Pressing Question of Your Career

Equity Through Mentorship: How Inclusive Support Builds Inclusive Success

Distinguishing Guides From Gatekeepers: How to Find Your Yoda

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corporate WOrkshops & training series

Dr. Vicki Johnson offers virtual and in-person workshops and learning & development training series designed to help ambitious early to mid-career professionals implement innovation in their organizations and in their careers. These sessions provide actionable strategies and insider knowledge on how to identify opportunities, prepare a personal pitch, communicate a novel idea and implementation plan, and leverage your unique strengths to get selectors to say “YES”!

Workshops / Training / Learning & Development

Intrapreneurship

Creating Your Personal Brand at Work

Persuasive Writing and Speaking

Executive Poise for Emerging Leaders

Career Innovation

Facilitation: Company-Wide Pitch Competition

… and more!

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Student success workshops

Dr. Vicki Johnson began her speaking career at universities, delivering high-impact workshops to help students develop exceptional applications. She teaches undergraduate and graduate students how to find and confidently apply to fully funded graduate spots, prestigious fellowships, research awards, and career-defining opportunities.

Popular Workshops:

Personal Statement Bootcamp

Resume & CV Revamp

Interview Secrets

Launch Your Career Through Fellowships

Negotiating Your Funding Offer

… and more!

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    "Vicki's Intrapreneurship Workshop was incredibly engaging, allowing our team members to explore their unique passions and interests using her signature framework. She created a comfortable space that led to lively discussions and meaningful connections. Her expertise in intrapreneurship shone through, and we're eager to work with her again!"

    ALEX CUTIER

    Learning Architect, Manager Development at Lyft

  • "Vicki's planning and facilitation of Cornell's inaugural Women in Community-Engaged Leadership Symposium in NYC for an audience of 100 students and alumni was phenomenal! She expertly interviewed guest speakers in a talk show format. The students gave highly positive feedback with words like 'inspiring', 'fun' and 'rewarding'."

    BASIL SAFI

    Executive Director of Cornell University’s Einhorn Center for Community Engeagement

  • “Vicki’s intrapreneurship workshop provided our team with practical perspectives on career development. Participants particularly valued learning ways to identify cross-functional opportunities. The session also helped attendees better align their career development with company goals, while offering concrete techniques for building internal networks and technical skills.”

    KRISTEN G.,

    VP of Discovery Research, Veracyte

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    "Dr. Johnson has given several virtual workshops on “How to Find and Compete for Professional and Academic Fellowships” for our mid-career Harvard University Extension School students and alumni, and she receives great praise in our attendee post event surveys."

    SHOSHANA MAVOR

    Director of Harvard Extension School Career Services