TEACHING YOU TO STAND UP AND STICK OUT IN A CROWDED MARKET
Because nobody notices normal...

Growing up I was the outcast - the kid they threw things at on the bus. I spent most of my life trying not to be noticed - trying to blend in. I carried the belief into adulthood that to be successful meant to look like everyone else. But I wasn't like everyone else. And it got really exhausting trying to be. And really boring. So one day I cast aside the expected life, dusted off the gifts I had been hiding, stepped out of my comfort zone and on to a stage as a motivational speaker and comedian. And I didn't look back. And guess what. It turns out that being different isn't such a bad thing. In fact, it's a great thing. In fact, it's everything. I have learned that it's not blending in that makes you a success, but standing out among the crowd. So now I'm sharing my journey with you - to take you from blending in to flying high above your comfort zone. I want to share the mindsets and behaviors that I had to break, and the new attitudes I had to adopt. I want to share the many ways I've learned to stand out in a crowded market. Want in? I sure hope so. Now get ready - to STAND UP AND STICK OUT!   Kelly Swanson

Motivational Speaker, Funny Emcee, Comedian, Award-Winning Storyteller, Author of "Who Hijacked My Fairytale " - Teaching You To Motivate Yourself And Others

I'm a motivational speaker and a comedian, which means I tell you that you can do anything, and then I tell you I'm just kidding.  Kelly Swanson  

Motivational Speakers Empower....As a Motivational Speaker, I can:  

•Help you get from where you are stuck, to where you want to be

•Help you apply my See/Believe/Do approach to any obstacle or challenge or life goal or dream

•Not simply motivate you, but teach you how to motivate yourself - because true motivation comes from within

•Help you move from creating lists, to creating habits and attitudes, which are more valuable than lists

•Help you see what makes you unique, and how to use that to your advantage in life and in business

•Help you understand your story, tell your story, and tap into your customer's story -because it's the story that sells

•Show you my six secrets to connecting with people - that help you sell better, lead better, and impact better

•Help you see that in a crowded market it's not better that makes you stand out - it's different

•Make you laugh yourself silly

•Show you how much you matter to the bottom line, and to your community

•Help you increase morale, lower stress, and not take yourself so seriously

•Introduce you to my cast of characters in the hopes that they will help you find your happier ever after

•And I can serve as a funny emcee if you want high energy and lots of laughs, and something to wrap it all together  

We all come to those moments in our lives when we realize that we aren't what we hoped we would turn out to be. How disenchanting to find our wings are tarnished. And then comes that beautiful moment where we realize that we aren't what we hoped we would be - and somehow that is perfectly okay. Or even more than okay. Because we can still dance - we can still dream - we can still fly - even if our wings are crooked. And sometimes we realize that we aren't what we hoped we would be - but in fact something better. And therein lies the true joy and the true peace of a life well lived. And somehow we find a way to bless the crooked wings.  
Kelly Swanson  

TESTIMONIALS:

Kelly Swanson was a real treat at our Convention. She had the audience belly-rolling with laugher. She has a way to connect with people - not just with humor but also sympathy and encouragement. Kelly really learned about our industry and the people she was addressing. She even wrote us a poem that had everyone on their feet requesting a copy. There has been such bad news spread to so many industries this past year, but it was a delight to have Kelly at our conference to give them a boost. Honestly, the best speaker we ever had.  Amy Bryson  NC Association of Long Term Care Facilities       I don't know when I've been more entertained and actually benefited from the entertainment!! Your part in the Administrative Professionals Conference in Columbia yesterday was motivating, uplifting, hilarious, and beneficial all rolled into one! Your presentation was dynamic and I dlon't know one bit of it that I didn't thoroughly enjoy. Of course, canned biscuits now take on a whole new meaning!! Thank you for the time and effort you obviously put into your presentations. I wonder if there is any way I could get a copy of the "poem" you wrote about our job - that is, administrative professionals. It is only for my use - not to re-use or print anywhere. Thank you, Kelly, from one Georgia peach to another!!!!
Attendee 
Midland Tech Administrative Professionals Conference - Columbia, SC 

Funny Motivational Speaker is just the beginning! Kelly Swanson was a HUGE hit in Texas at the 2012 District 12 4-H Leadership Lab held on the beautiful campus of Texas A&M University Kingsville, Texas. We laughed, we smiled, we cried, and even acted like a dying chicken eating food (had to be there). She delivered a powerful message, which more of our youth need to hear, in a very striking yet funny way. The lives of these young people will be forever changed in a very positive way. They walked away not only believing in themselves but knowing that the sky is the limit even if you are a little “weird”. We can’t thank Kelly enough for her time, dedication, and real life message. Kelly Swanson is a must see! 
Frank Escobedo 
Texas A&M University Kingsville, Texas 

I want to write a testimonial for this motivational speaker and teacher. She is "the Bomb" as they say out here in LA. I loved her presentation, she left me smiling all through the program, and it is now a week later, and I can't stop smiling about my experience with her. I want to have her come out to LA. She was so fantastic. If you want an entertaining, wonderful, motivational speaker with an impact,hire Kelly Swanson, it will be the best investment you ever made. 
Pia Lyotier 
Owner and Head Designer, PCH Staging 

I want to thank you for the most wonderful job that you did for Columbus Regional at Spirit Girls Night Out. From beginning to end, you flat out delivered! Your willingness to work before the event (even en route to our city) with our media partners was awesome, and your media segments generated excitement about our event. What is truly noteworthy about you is that you not only commanded the stage during your performance, but you personally appeared and interacted with our audience during the event. Many of the women who attended the event commented on your wonderfully witty and personable manner. You warmed their hearts and inspired them before the performance even began! Your presentation of "Who Hijacked My Fairytale" had a truly raw and honest quality that was endearing and motivating. It was when the hands of many of the audience were raised and swaying, that I knew you had pulled on some heartstrings and touched some lives. The occasional "amens" after your "bless your hearts" and "I'm just sayings" only added to the inspirational and revival like atmosphere you created. Thank you again for sharing your stories with our audience and giving our event a fairy-tale ending.
LeDare Windham
Spirit of Women Coordinator
Columbus Regional Healthcare System

Kelly Swanson brought a thoughtful, heartfelt keynote address to our 13th Annual Moms@Work luncheon. Her ability to weave stories that are thought provoking throughout her talk is artistry in motion. Our more than 500 guests laughed until their sides hurt, but they also had moments where tears welled up in their eyes. Her message of following your dream and staying true to yourself rang true with our audience of primary women, but the men who were there enjoyed her as well. In fact, one even said that in the 13 years of holding this event, Kelly was our best speaker ever. Kelly's ability to customize her message for our audience and the time allocated was greatly appreciated. She's easy to work with and accommodating. I would definitely utilize her again, regardless of the size of the audience.
Anne-Marie Farrow
VP, Business Development and Marketing
Charlotte Parent & Piedmont Parent magazines

Kelly Swanson was a real treat at our Convention. She had the audience belly-rolling with laugher. She has a way to connect with people - not just with humor but also sympathy and encouragement. Kelly really learned about our industry and the people she was addressing. She even wrote us a poem that had everyone on their feet requesting a copy. There has been such bad news spread to so many industries this past year, but it was a delight to have Kelly at our conference to give them a boost. Honestly, the best speaker we ever had.
Amy Bryson
NC Association of Long Term Care Facilities

The presentation for military professionals was second to NONE! Kelly wrote a tribute especially for the military audience and they loved it! There were laughs, giggles, tears, and lots of applause! Kelly connected with our audience immediately, and they with her because they knew what she was talking about! Everyone recognized one of Kelly's characters whether it be family or friend! Finding humor in everyday life is sometimes challenging, but thinking back on some of the things Kelly said, laughter makes the challenge bearable! Finding that positive, new perspective on issues was a breath of fresh air. Kelly bestowed a great honor to our Service Providers who serve our military families - a great boost to a much deserving audience! Kelly - thank you again for a fabulous presentation! You made a lasting impact on my life, and am sure many others as well.
Military Client (Confidential)

We certainly had a fun time with you yesterday, and we appreciate all you did to make our event REMARKABLE.  Everyone was very awed and inspired by your presentation and information. You kept it lively for 75 minutes which is an unbelievable task.The top educator of Novant saw me afterwards and was very complimentary of your information relating to Novant's core values.She said you had them exactly. We did tell her we met with you beforehand and shared them. So THANKS for bringing them out.In the surveys I reviewed, you were the tops by far.
Beth C. Wilson
Executive Assistant to Janet Smith-Hill SVP/HR
Novant Health

I have to tell you about my experience watching Kelly Swanson. She was completely amazing and one of the funniest and motivating speakers I have ever seen. I have been to many seminars and the fact that she was down to earth, brought real life experiences and the creativeness of her style of learning into her program made the experience stick with me in a way I could understand and I could use. I could take her technique into other places besides work, I could use them in life itself. She made me laugh, she made me cry and she made me want to tell others all about her and to stay on the funny side of life. Thank you Kelly for 'deciding to dance' and become a professional storyteller and bringing us into your world.
Johnine Fregia
Nurse Recruiter
Presbyterian Healthcare

I'm a motivational speaker and a comedian, which means I tell you that you can do anything. Then I tell you I'm just kidding. kswanson

Believe it or not, my job is not to motivate you. My job is to show you the incredible difference you make to your company, its bottom line, and to your community. My job is to help you see your job from a fresh new perspective - taking that company's vision statement and breathing life into it, until it becomes something you can embrace with passion. My job is to show you that nothing will get done unless YOU choose to do it. Accountability is everything. And if you're looking for a motivational speaker to be your next quick fix - it will be just that - a quick fix. And that doesn't carve a path to success. True motivation comes from within. I can only give you the tools. In a fresh new way. Filled with humor. And authenticity. And delivered in a package you probably haven't seen before - by taking you to Prides Hollow to meet my wacky cast of southern characters. And then hoping you go find your own Prides Hollow.

If you're looking for a standup comedian - I'm not it.  I'm a storyteller. And every story has a message. Is it funny? Yes. Really funny? Yes. Is it clean? Super clean. Does it fit every audience? No. If I fit every audience I wouldn't be so unique, now would I?

I talk about life from where I sit - Mom, Wife, Homeschooling, Working from Home, Southern Humor, Trying To Lose Weight - the little things that make me angry and make me quirky. I talk about hot flashes, and wrapping myself in Saran Wrap to be romantic. I talk about living life on the road and traveling so much I get home and steal my own towels. I "take off the face" and get real with my audience - showing them my quirks - and encouraging them to embrace theirs. People like my humor because it's real life.

I also talk about life from the perspective of the characters in my town of Prides Hollow. Bitsy parading through town in her bikini. Ned and Horace's reflections on life outside the General Store. Vyrnetta's run in with the ceiling-fan. Aunt Edna learning why it is you don't bring an oxygen tank to a candlelight service. You love the characters because they are real. You've met them. You might even be related to them.

And in the very same moment they are making you laugh, they are making you think. They are making you feel good. They are challenging you to keep going. They make you laugh, and they make you feel all warm and fuzzy.

If that's what you're looking for - count me in!

What's better than having Kelly Swanson come deliver a hilarious motivational keynote? Having her sprinkled all the way throughout your event! She's the energy you need to keep the event rolling - to tie everything together - and to bring just the right personality to hold it all together.

Same humor. Same powerful stories. Same wacky perspective on the world. Only this time - it's unscripted.

Kelly's ability to write masterful stories works well in an emcee capacity - because not only does she have the ability to facilitate the event, she has the ability to weave it all together in one beautiful story.

If there's one thing that award-winning storyteller, motivational speaker, and comedian Kelly Swansons knows - it's how to tell a story. She also knows the power of storytelling in business - whether face-to-face, or with words on a screen. She loves to help people find their story, and craft it in a way that has impact and influences others.

And if there's another things she knows - it's how to engage a room filled with strangers. How to motivate, encourage, entertain, engage, inspire, share truths, establish rapport, get their attention, and do it in a way that they haven't seen before. And isn't this what we all want to do in business? To develop remarkable relationships and find ways to get their attention?

Let Kelly come inspire your group to leave their comfort zones. Let Kelly come give you a storyteller's perspective, in a way that is wacky, fresh, challenges you, and of course makes you LAUGH!

Motivational Speaker and Comedian Kelly Swanson is not the poster child for women's health. She is the poster child for the real woman - who has tried diet after diet - who has a hard time working out - busy - stressed - running on empty - who tends to put herself last. And she's here to make you laugh and relieve stress. She's hear to show you that it's not about looking like a princess - but it is about feeling like one. Join Kelly as she enters her own journey of rewriting her fairy tale - starting with her health - and living in a state of proaction instead of reaction. Laughing the whole way.

I believe that the key to empowering women to make better health decisions is not to shame them and focus on everything they are doing wrong - but in helping them love themselves. When women love themselves (no matter where they sit on the scale) they tend to make better health decisions. The problem is not that women don't have the health information they need. All they have to do is open up the internet or the latest magazine to get more information. The problem is that many aren't motivated to do it. And THAT is what I want to address. That is the conversation I want to have.
kswanson

It's not what you say - it's how you say it.
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I see so many speakers and presenters, and sales people, and people in positions of influence, who think that the key to impacting people is to give them more information. Delivering information has no impact - other than to push against somebody. Tell a story, and it has a pulling action. Wrap it in a joke, and they will remember it much longer. It's the stories and the humor, and the way you deliver this information that makes all the difference. Let me help you find your story and tell it in a way that makes it unforgettable.