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Susan Robertson  

Change Agent, Creative Thinking Expert & Harvard Instructor

Susan Robertson empowers individuals, teams, and organizations to more nimbly respond to change, by transforming thinking from “why we can’t” to “how might we?” She is an innovation and creative thinking expert with over 20 years of experience speaking, consulting, and coaching -- across the US and around the world. As an instructor at Harvard, Robertson brings a scientific foundation to enhancing human creativity. In her corporate career, Robertson managed new product development for Fortune 500 companies including Pepsico, Glaxo Smith Kline, Hasbro, and Fruit of the Loom.

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THE SECRETS OF VISIONARY THINKERS; Living in Possibility

We tend to believe that famous visionary leaders have some elusive quality that the rest of us don’t have. Here’s the secret — they don’t. They’ve simply cracked the code on how to consistently live in possibility, instead of living in obstacle. They’ve learned to transform their thinking from “why we can’t” to “how might we…?”

In this inspiring and interactive session, innovation & change expert Susan Robertson draws on three decades of experience and cutting-edge brain science. She’ll reveal the secrets of how to be a more visionary thinker; to change your mind, change your work, and change your life. Participants will learn to remove barriers and cultivate courage, to unleash a world of visionary possibility. They’ll return to the job with a new leadership vision, a new way of thinking, and the inspiration to tackle challenges -- and seize opportunities -- in new ways.

BANNING THE “YES, BUT…”; Cultivating Imagination to Drive More Agile Problem-Solving

Too often, incredible ideas are prematurely killed when well-intentioned colleagues become the self-appointed “idea police,” pointing out all the shortcomings of an initial concept. In this energizing session, Susan Robertson draws on the core principles of improv to help audiences harness - rather than restrict - imagination. Participants will learn specific, practical, and powerful skills that can be used to liberate creativity and innovation, driving growth and transformation.

From 30 years of practical experience and the most recent brain science research, this engaging presentation will help your entire organization become more innovative, agile, and inspired problem-solvers. Participants will learn to conquer creative barriers and emerge with improved creative thinking skills to drive sustainable results.

A CULTURE OF CURIOSITY; The Neuroscience Brain Hack that will Transform your Organizational Culture

Most leaders agree that building a culture of innovation is critical to long-term growth, yet few have a systematic approach to shape – and sharpen – the needed mindset and skills. In this enlightening and interactive session, Susan Robertson combines 30 years of practical innovation experience with cutting-edge brain science to help leaders build and manage a culture of innovation.

When a culture of innovation is fully deployed, organizations enjoy a wide range of improved business outcomes. Stronger competitive advantage, increased employee engagement and empowerment, and increased shareholder value. In this inspiring session, Susan shares a proven system to help your organization sharpen innovation and sharpen results.

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