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From Concept to Cosmos: A Journey through Project Management Principles and NASA’s Best Practices
David Lehman, Project Manager, Retired from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory
TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational
Request This Free SpeechIn this presentation Mr. Lehman will summarize the basic principles of project management. This will be followed by a summary of NASA’s process for managing space projects throughout the life cycle, including formulation which consists of Phase A (concept & technology development) and Phase B (preliminary design and technology completion phase), approval for implementation, and implementation which includes Phase C (final design & fabrication), Phase D (system assembly, integration & test, launch & checkout), and Phase E (operations and sustainment). He will address how NASA forms teams including the importance of key roles such as Project Manager, Project Systems Engineer (PSE), Safety & Mission Assurance Manager, and System Managers. He will then address the role of systems engineering in project management and the process of how PSEs mature their systems-level preliminary designs, and then address the expected maturity state of projects as they progress through the life cycle. Finally, Mr. Lehman will present three case studies in project management: the Deep Space 1 mission, the Mars Climate Orbiter failure lessons learned, and the last mission of the Space Shuttle Challenger. MORE >
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Are We Alone?
David Lehman, Project Manager, Retired from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory
TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational
Request This Free SpeechThis presentation explores the fundamental question of whether we are alone in the universe. It begins by defining life and its essential characteristics. The exploration continues with a review of human efforts to search for extraterrestrial life, including a summary of the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence Institute’s quest by Earth-based telescopes, the James Webb Space Telescope's study of techno-signatures of planets in other star systems, and the Mars Sample Return mission’s plans to bring back actual samples (which may include ancient life-forms) from Mars. The presentation also delves into the Drake Equation's role in estimating the number of civilizations in our galaxy and the Fermi Paradox, which questions why extraterrestrial life has not yet been observed. The talk concludes with strategies to boost our chances of answering the question “..Are We Alone?...” MORE >
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How to Read a Book
Jose Angel Manaiza Jr, Mathematician, Malibu Education
TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational
Request This Free SpeechLearn the 5 step process to read a book with 100% comprehension rate. A proven system taught in The White House and endorsed by 3 U.S. President. “Before taking my first Malibu A Plus Tutor Premier Speed Reading class, I was reading one book a month. Two hours into the first session my reading speed doubled from 308 to 687 words per minute with a 100% comprehension rate. It only took me 58 minutes to read an entire book from cover to cover, and I still remember what the book is all about. Thanks, José" - Vivian Sampson, Budget Analyst at USC MORE >
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Pivoting with Purpose – Scaling your business to set prices for higher profitability
Carrie Murray, Founder and CEO, Business Relationship Alliance - BRA Network
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechDuring times of uncertainty entrepreneurs might find themselves "panic pivoting", changing their offers or reducing prices. As female entrepreneurs we take on the role of the nurturer and caregiver, but might leave behind how important it is to position ourselves for higher profitability.
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Leading Like a Woman in a Man’s World
Gretchen Hydo, Master Certified Coach, Gretchen Hydo International
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechThe issue of gender equality and supporting women in the workplace is more important than ever before. Along with the subtle gender biases there are a few self-imposed barriers holding women back. This talk offers practical tips to create working environments that foster the innate gifts and abilities of both sexes, while debunking the myths about them. MORE >
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Maximize your day: The tools and neuroscience of high-performance business and flow
Chris M. King, Owner/Founder, Status Flow
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Request This Free SpeechImagine getting five days of work done in ONE DAY! High-Performance Executive Coach & Motivational Speaker Chris M. King doesn't just provide high-performance business tools. He teaches you about the neuroscience behind them so that you can not only use those tools but also create authentic tools of your own to get and stay in "the zone" and increase productivity and efficiency, and alleviate overwhelm and burnout. Go from the status quo to Status Flow! MORE >
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Exercises to Fight Fatigue
Ryan Krane, Fitness Entrepreneur, Ryan Krane, Inc.
TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness
Request This Free SpeechNowadays, people who are overworked and moving less and the key is to focus on simple changes that one can accomplish with little time and equipment. In this presentation one will learn simple and effective exercises that they can do with limited equipment either at the office, hotel, or local gym.
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The Power of Your Mind
Shara Prophet, C. Ht., The Mind Magic Coach, Open Door Hypnosis
TOPIC CATEGORY: Self Improvement
Request This Free SpeechThe subconscious mind rules about 90% of our total mind power and is the driving force behind our unconscious automatic behaviors and what we create in the world around us. What behaviors, beliefs, and thoughts would you like to change? This workshop teaches us how the mind and Law of Attraction works, for real. MORE >
Understanding how to harness the power of our subconscious mind increases our ability to make long term and permanent positive life changes. Using the creative visualization in a guided meditation, we will tap into powerful positive states for optimal health, clarity, and overall wellbeing. -
Happiness Is Yours for the Taking: Being Unhappy Is Not Ok
Chandra Ellington, Coach, Choose Happiness and Civility
TOPIC CATEGORY: Motivational
Request This Free SpeechA 20 minute speech to help people overcome thoughts that are blocking their success. The seeds to plant in their mind, which lead to them making a paradigm shift away from the thoughts that are blocking their success. The three strategies to use to nurture and strengthen the seeds planted in their mind.
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Empathy Echoes: The Leadership Love Language
Susana Cabrera, Founder / CEO, SC Growth Advisor
TOPIC CATEGORY: Motivational
Request This Free SpeechThis presentation delves into the importance of empathy in effective leadership. I'll discuss how empathetic leadership fosters trust, improves team cohesion, and enhances organizational outcomes. Attendees will learn practical ways to incorporate empathy into their leadership style, thereby building deeper connections and a more engaged and productive workforce.