What Corporate Leaders Are Saying

Hear what clients and organizations have to say about Nancy’s speaking, coaching, and corporate training.

What My Clients are Saying!

I had the privilege of working with Nancy Harkins during my tenure as President and CEO of Thyssen-Bilstein of America. Her expertise in communication, leadership development, and corporate training is exceptional. Nancy provides clear, insightful guidance and helps leaders navigate challenges, embrace change, and unlock new growth opportunities.
Ralph Kriechbaum, PhD
Former President & CEO, Thyssen-Bilstein of America HBS Alumni | Business Management Professor, Germany
I felt inspired and empowered by your words. Very enlightening.
Syd Michaels
Nancy presented a very well thought out class. She did a great job with her content and in her presentation.
Michell Brown
This class was an enjoyable and very useful class for understanding and practicing communication skills.
Marjorie D
This class helped to remind me of how powerful words can be. I am also reminded of releasing.
Stephanie Black

Signature Keynote

The Words You Speak Create Your Leadership

In every organization, culture is shaped by the conversations leaders have every day. The words we choose influence trust, engagement, accountability, and performance.

In this powerful keynote, communication strategist and bestselling author Nancy Harkins reveals how conscious communication transforms the way leaders think, speak, and relate to others. Drawing on decades of experience in psychology, leadership development, and corporate training, Nancy introduces a practical framework that helps leaders move from reaction to intentional response.

Through powerful stories, practical tools, and her four principles of conscious communication, audiences learn how to strengthen relationships, navigate difficult conversations, and create environments where people feel respected, heard, and motivated to contribute their best.

Audience members will learn how to:

  • Communicate with clarity and authority under pressure
  • Transform conflict into productive dialogue
  • Strengthen trust and accountability within team
  • Use language intentionally to shape culture and leadership presence

This keynote leaves leaders with practical tools they can apply immediately to communicate more effectively, lead with greater influence, and create lasting impact within their organizations.