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Michelle Cederberg
Michelle Cederberg helps busy professionals revive their energy, pursue meaningful goals and unlock greater performance and potential.
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Why you should book Michelle Cederberg for your next event
- Energizes audiences with science-based insights, practical strategies, inspiration and plenty of humour that make learning stick.
- Shows teams how to regain focus, revive their drive and unlock the next 5–10% of performance and potential.
- Helps professionals sidestep stress and burnout while building the physical, mental and emotional capacity needed for success.
Non-binding request for Michelle Cederberg
Health and productivity expert inspiring sustainable energy, meaningful goals & high performance
For over 20 years, health and productivity expert Michelle Cederberg has captivated audiences across North America with empowering, humorous keynotes that inspire meaningful action. Drawing on science, practical experience and her expertise in kinesiology and psychology, Michelle shows busy, driven professionals how to pursue chase-worthy goals, revive their energy and ignite high performance. Her message connects personal well-being with professional success, helping people harness their physical, mental and emotional capacity so they can work and lead with greater confidence, sidestep stress and create the life and career they want.
Book Michelle Cederberg for your event
For over 20 years, Michelle Cederberg has captivated audiences across North America with an engaging combination of inspiration, education, science and humour. As a health and productivity expert, certified speaker, author, coach and consultant, she helps busy, driven professionals discover how to achieve more without sacrificing the energy and well-being they need to enjoy their success.
Michelle believes personal and professional success is directly influenced by how effectively we harness the physical, mental and emotional capacity within us. Her work challenges audiences to think differently about performance and recognize that sustainable success involves more than simply working harder.
Through practical, science-based insights, Michelle helps people understand what fuels their capacity to perform. She encourages audiences to reach beyond their comfort zones, pursue chase-worthy goals and take meaningful action toward the life and career they want.
Mind, body & practicality
Michelle Cederberg brings an extensive educational and professional background to the stage. She holds a Master’s in Kinesiology and a BA in Psychology, along with a specialization in Health and Exercise Psychology. She is also a Certified Speaking Professional, Certified Exercise Physiologist and High-Performance Coach.
In 2023, Michelle was inducted into the prestigious Canadian Speaking Hall of Fame, recognizing her impact and accomplishments as a professional speaker.
This combination of expertise allows Michelle to bring mind, body and practicality together in a way that makes complex ideas accessible and useful. She enthusiastically draws on science to help people increase their physical, mental and emotional capacity, then translates those insights into realistic strategies for everyday life and work.
Her approach is grounded in a simple but powerful objective: helping people accomplish new levels of personal best. Rather than leaving audiences with ideas that sound good in the room but disappear once everyday demands return, Michelle focuses on meaningful actions people can carry forward.
Energy that makes learning land
Michelle knows that valuable content has a greater impact when people are genuinely engaged. Her captivating, shoot-from-the-hip style combines education and inspiration with plenty of laughs, creating an experience that keeps audiences involved while making important lessons memorable.
She compels people to reconsider familiar habits and assumptions, reach beyond their comfort zones and recognize where greater performance and potential may already be within reach.
Audiences can expect Michelle to:
- Bring energy, humour and practical learning to the stage.
- Share common-sense, science-based strategies that audiences can use.
- Help people rethink stress, energy, goals and sustainable performance.
- Encourage meaningful action instead of simply delivering inspiration.
- Show professionals how to regain focus, revive their drive and pursue growth.
The result is a keynote designed to make the learning land and help change happen long after the event has finished.
Sidestep stress & burnout
Success shouldn’t require people to continually trade their well-being for results. Michelle challenges the idea that higher performance must come at the expense of employee health, energy or quality of life.
Her work helps organizations and professionals understand how to sidestep stress and address the costly effects of burnout. She delivers turnkey solutions aimed at reversing the impact and expense of burnout while helping individuals strengthen the capacity they need to perform.
By connecting well-being with productivity, Michelle gives audiences a practical framework for thinking differently about success. When people understand how to protect and revive their energy, they are better positioned to work effectively, lead confidently and remain focused on the goals that matter.
This perspective is particularly relevant for busy, driven professionals who are accustomed to pushing through pressure. Michelle helps them recognize that taking care of their capacity isn’t separate from high performance, it is an important part of creating it.
Reignite high performance
Organizations are increasingly discovering that employees aren’t motivated in the same ways they once were. Maintaining focus, drive and momentum can be difficult when people are navigating competing demands, stress and depleted energy.
Michelle Cederberg addresses these realities directly. She shares strategies that help teams regain focus, revive drive and inspire growth, giving people practical ways to reconnect with their performance and potential.
Her common-sense, science-based teachings are designed to energize both people and organizations. Rather than relying on dramatic reinvention, Michelle explores how individuals can unleash the next 5–10% in performance and potential by making meaningful changes to how they approach energy, goals, work and life.
Whether the objective is to energize an audience, sidestep stress, reignite high performance or help people pursue a new personal best, Michelle delivers an experience grounded in expertise, practicality and humour. Book speaker Michelle Cederberg when you want people to leave ready to think differently, use their capacity more effectively and take meaningful action toward greater success.
Customer Reviews
5 of 5
Michelle’s presentation for our Celebrating Rural Ranch Women event was both humorous and helpful. She provided practical tips to help our attendees determine their future and take care of themselves. Our event ended up being virtual, but that was no problem for Michelle. She made great use of technology to keep attendees engaged online. I would highly recommend Michelle Cederberg, and everyone that watched her session felt that it was valuable.
Cassandra SchroederSaskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture
5 of 5
Michelle Cederberg was the emcee and a keynote speaker at our 25th annual Mining Health and Safety Conference, which also marked our first in-person conference since the pandemic. As emcee, Michelle’s sense of humour and positive energy captivated the audience and kept them engaged. Her personal story of loss due to a workplace incident brought a heartfelt message to our delegates, and her insights on how to regain focus to increase safety and productivity while reducing stress were invaluable. We were very impressed by Michelle’s ability to collaborate with other speakers to tie in key themes that emerged during the event. This resulted in a tailored experience for the attendees and demonstrated Michelle’s versatility as a speaker. Overall, Michelle is a true professional and was a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her for any event.
Mike ParentHealth and Safety Services, Workplace Safety North
5 of 5
Michelle was a breath of fresh air at our most recent CSNM webinar. She has the great ability to engage and capture her audience via a virtual platform. She has realistic, meaningful tips to be present in our daily lives and avoid meaningless distractions. Michelle’s words are insightful, humorous, and thought provoking. Our members had a lot to take back and reflect on, it was much appreciated! I would highly recommend Michelle as a speaker.
Brittany TouchetteCanadian Society of Nutrition Management
5 of 5
Michelle was an incredible find and an outstanding speaker for our inaugural Rising Leaders event. A colleague had seen her speak at another conference and immediately knew she would be the perfect fit to inspire the next generation of leaders. She delivered an impactful opening keynote that set the tone for the entire event, followed by a breakout session that kept attendees engaged and motivated. Her ability to connect with the audience and deliver valuable insights left a lasting impression on everyone involved. Michelle’s contributions were truly invaluable and played a key role in the success of our event.
Rachel RodeanExhibition Services & Contractors Association
5 of 5
Michelle delivered a powerful keynote that left our audience inspired and ready to take action upon returning home. She helped attendees pinpoint where their energy was being drained and showed them how to redirect it toward meaningful goals while celebrating progress along the way. Her dynamic presentation style and actionable strategies struck the ideal balance of humor and practicality, making the session both enjoyable and highly effective.
Ben YzaguirreSchool Nutrition Association
5 of 5
Michelle spoke at our Business Summit for the Whitecourt & Area Business Support Network. She provided clarity on how to define success on our own terms and offered a fresh perspective on achieving sustainable high performance. Her insights into managing physical, mental, and emotional energy were eye-opening, giving me the tools to not only enhance productivity but also build stronger connections with our teams and elevate our leadership capabilities. Thanks to Michelle’s session, I’ve learned how to manage my time and energy more effectively, which has transformed how I approach my work every day. I’ve become more focused, creative, and energized, allowing me to tackle challenges with a renewed sense of purpose. This shift has not only improved my performance but has also given me a deeper sense of balance and satisfaction in my professional life. I’m more confident than ever in my ability to navigate the future of work with resilience and adaptability.
Lilian WisserCommunity Futures Yellowhead East
5 of 5
We had the pleasure of hosting Michelle Cederberg as the keynote speaker for our LEAP Conference, and she was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment she took the stage, Michelle captivated our audience with her dynamic energy, humor, and insightful content. Even when faced with unexpected AV challenges, Michelle handled everything like a seasoned pro—never missing a beat and keeping the audience engaged and entertained throughout. Her ability to seamlessly blend motivation with practical, actionable takeaways made a lasting impact on our attendees. The feedback from our audience was overwhelmingly positive; they absolutely loved her! If you’re looking for a keynote speaker who can engage, inspire, and equip your attendees with real tools for success, Michelle Cederberg is the one. 10/10 recommend!
Emelia Winnig Vancouver Regional Construction Association
5 of 5
We were thrilled to have Michelle Cederberg as a keynote speaker at our recent conference, where her engaging presentations perfectly aligned with our event’s overarching theme. Michelle delivered two impactful sessions: “The Success-Energy Equation” and “The Strong Side of Stress”, both of which offered our attendees practical, science-backed strategies for managing energy, stress, and personal performance in today’s demanding world. Michelle’s messages strongly supported the overall content and purpose of our conference theme, Building Brighter Futures. Feedback from attendees was very positive, with many citing Michelle’s sessions as standout moments of the event.
Lisa Van De LigtChildren’s Autism Services of Edmonton
5 of 5
Michelle kicked off our Connect + Inspire company event with the Success-Energy Equation keynote address. We were a room full of engineers and scientists and we all love a good equation. Michelle delivered unmatched energy and enthusiasm that lifted the crowd. Her engaging style offered valuable insights and practical take aways for our audience. She taught us to “Own our Awesome” and ask questions like “How might we..?” Her message fit perfectly with the conference theme and was a major contributor to the event’s success.
John FlewellingCBCL Engineering
5 of 5
Michelle brought an incredible blend of enthusiasm, energy, and entertainment, leaving everyone inspired and uplifted. Her session touched on crucial empowerment topics, including how to graciously accept compliments and the importance of owning our greatness—messages that resonated deeply with us all. In a unique twist, Michelle included her family in the event. Their presence added a personal touch and authenticity that made her presentation even more relatable and engaging. Plus, it was a special delight to learn that Michelle grew up right here in our city, even though her motivational reach spans across North America! Thank you, Michelle, for your excellent contribution to our Celebrating Women in Business Event and for empowering our community with your words. We look forward to seeing how attendees apply the wisdom and energy you shared.
Karen Hansenthe City of Maple Ridge
5 of 5
We were pleased to welcome Michelle Cederberg to our Service and Support Seminar where she delivered a session on The Success-Energy Equation. Her presentation offered practical insights into managing energy and focus in today’s busy work environment, which resonated with our audience of administrative professionals and customer support staff. Michelle’s message aligned well with the goals of our event, and attendees appreciated the opportunity to reflect on strategies for personal and professional effectiveness and well-being.
Michelle BrownStrathcona County
5 of 5
We were delighted to have Michelle as a keynote speaker at our national CERC conference. From our very first conversations, I knew she would bring the perfect mix of energy, humour, and audience interaction to deliver a powerful message: How to Regain Focus, Recharge Your Life, and Really Get Sh!t Done! Michelle collaborated closely with us throughout the planning process, taking time to understand the unique work our members do in relocating employees and families. Her presentation was dynamic, insightful, and engaging—capturing the audience’s attention from start to finish and leaving delegates inspired and motivated.
Stephen CryneCanadian Employee Relocation Council
5 of 5
Michelle’s presentation was amazing!! High Energy and highly engaging. The feedback we received at our 25th Annual HealthCare Service Excellence Conference was exceptional. Michelle’s outstanding contribution helped make this milestone event truly unforgettable. Michelle’s presentation, “Energized for Excellence,” resonated deeply with attendees and perfectly captured this year’s theme: Imagine – Possibilities, Performance, and Patient Experience. Michelle’s insights were not only informative but also transformational — motivating leaders and caregivers to envision new possibilities, enhance performance, and reignite their commitment to the patient experience. Beyond the content, Michelle’s authentic delivery and engaging presence created an atmosphere of inspiration and celebration fitting for our 25th Anniversary year.
Brian LeeHealthCare Service Excellence Conference
5 of 5
Michelle brought incredible energy and enthusiasm to the 2025 CUMAM Conference. Her presentation was not only engaging but also packed with practical insights that resonated with our audience. Michelle’s dynamic delivery kept everyone attentive and inspired, and the feedback we received was very positive. Attendees appreciated her ability to blend motivation with actionable strategies, leaving them energized and ready to implement what they learned!
Michelle HillyardCredit Union Managers Association of Manitoba
5 of 5
Michelle was an absolute joy to work with, and was the highlight of our 2025 Investor Summit. She brought exactly the right energy to shake off the post-lunch slump, paired with a message that really landed with our audience. Her keynote was filled with passion, heart, and just the right amount of hype, and her use of humour made her insights easy to absorb and remember. Michelle has a rare ability to connect with everyone, from mom-and-pop shops to large corporations, by keeping things honest, relatable, and human. If you’re looking for a speaker who is engaging and refreshingly real, she’s it. 11/10—beyond impressed.
Michaela EpifanoCape Breton Partnership
5 of 5
Michelle Cederberg was an outstanding keynote speaker who truly resonated with a message that was engaging, practical, and inspiring, striking the perfect balance between motivation, insight, and real-world application. Michelle’s energy, authenticity, and relatable storytelling kept attendees fully engaged, while her strategies around well-being, productivity, and performance felt achievable and relevant for women both personally and professionally. Feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive, with many highlighting how refreshed, motivated, and empowered they felt after her session. Michelle has a remarkable ability to connect with diverse audiences and leave them with clear takeaways they can immediately put into practice. We are grateful to have had Michelle as part of our International Women’s Day celebration and would highly recommend her to any organization looking for a speaker who informs, inspires, and energizes.
Sherri SwordCommunity Futures Middlesex
5 of 5
Michelle delivered a superb keynote at our Malta Conference. Her enthusiastic and highly engaging presentation was the true highlight of our four day event. The delegate feedback was tremendous and the atmosphere in the room was so positive and energetic. For 800 delegates to be engaged at the end of an intense and exhausting four days reflects what a great speaker she is. Our delegates left the conference on a true high having been both enlightened and entertained. We have run this event for 28 years and Michelle is one of the best keynotes we’ve been lucky enough to have at our conferences.
Dom TideyEuRA Relocation
5 of 5
Michelle Cederberg was an exceptional emcee for our recent Mental Health Conference. From the outset, she brought a remarkable level of energy, professionalism, and presence to the stage that truly elevated the entire event. The preparation and care she invested beforehand provided a level of support we didn’t even realize we needed, allowing everything to flow seamlessly. Michelle also came forward with thoughtful ideas and suggestions that enhanced the overall experience for both organizers and attendees. Her depth of experience in this field is evident, and she brings tremendous value to every aspect of the event. She has a unique ability to adapt, engage the audience, and create a cohesive and uplifting atmosphere throughout the day even though we were dealing with a highly emotional and at times, sensitive topic. We are incredibly grateful for her contribution and would highly recommend her for any event. We are so pleased with Michelle’s work that we have hired her to emcee our upcoming Health and Safety Conference in the Spring of 2027.
Brittany WickhamCity of Fort St. John
5 of 5
Michelle Cederberg was an outstanding keynote speaker and a highlight of our conference. Her energy, authenticity, and practical insights captivated the audience from start to finish. Michelle has a unique ability to blend research, real-life experience, and humour into a message that is both inspiring and actionable. Attendees left feeling motivated, empowered, and equipped with strategies they could immediately apply in both their professional and personal lives. We received overwhelmingly positive feedback and would highly recommend Michelle to any organization seeking a dynamic and impactful speaker.
Jennifer GoodineCanadian Association of Municipal Administrators
5 of 5
We thoroughly enjoyed having Michelle at the 2026 ASBOA Annual Conference! She was a delight to work with, and resonated with our audience. Her energy, passion and message delivery was very well received by attendees. We heard positive feedback on her keynote address, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Michelle to other organizations looking for a dynamic speaker.
Jolaine KochisarliAlberta School Business Officials Association
5 of 5
Michelle was an incredible addition to our company Summit. From the moment she took the stage, she brought an energy that immediately connected with our team and set the tone for everything that followed. What stood out most was how relatable and practical her message was. She has an amazing ability to talk about success, energy, mindset, and performance in a way that doesn’t feel like a typical corporate keynote. Our team was engaged, laughing, reflecting, and most importantly, talking about her message well after the session ended. Her presentation fit perfectly with what we were trying to accomplish at our Summit, encouraging our team to think differently about how they show up, how they lead, and how they contribute to the success of the people around them. Michelle was also an absolute pleasure to work with leading up to the event. She took the time to understand our company, our culture, and what we wanted our team to take away from the experience. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to kick off our Summit. I would highly recommend Michelle to any organization looking for a speaker who can bring tremendous energy while still delivering a message that sticks with people long after they leave the room.
Rosie AvakianHeritage Nationwide Exposition Services
Rated 5.00/5 based on 21 customer reviews
Keynotes
Keynote by Michelle Cederberg:
The Success-Energy Equation: Understanding the Science of Success to Work & Lead with Confidence
In this high-energy, laugh-out-loud keynote, High Performance Coach and Author Michelle Cederberg shares research from her latest book The Success-Energy Equation. After years of studying top-in-class professionals in multiple industries, she’s uncovered remarkable truths about what drives success, health, happiness at every level, and offers up a new view on what it takes to optimize high performance in today’s stress-filled world.
Michelle delivers a powerful combination of scientific facts, surprising truths, and real-world strategies that when implemented, will set you apart from the average ambitious individual and help you solve your own personal formula for success in profound ways.
Key Outcomes & Audience Impact:
- Develop a better understanding (and newfound sense of humor) about where your energy is being drained and gained, and learn how to navigate the toughest days.
- Gain clarity around what success means to you, how to define it for yourself, and why this will help you drive personal and professional growth.
- Explore innovative success strategies that will significantly impact how you approach goal setting and productivity.
- Learn ways to stoke your physical, mental, and emotional “Success-Energy” to drive your daily output, team connection, and leadership capabilities to new levels.
The “Performance Igniter”
Geared towards high-performers, leaders, and those in busy professions, this keynote delivers action-ready strategies and science-backed principles that help audiences curate their own next personal best.
Keynote by Michelle Cederberg:
Energized for Excellence: Mastering Small Shifts That Create Extraordinary Results
To succeed in any professional environment, you need a strong work ethic and a high-performance mindset to stay the course. But at advanced levels of performance, excellence isn’t built by doing more, it’s built by using energy, focus, and effort more intentionally. Abundant energy remains at the core of success in work and in life, but how that energy is directed makes all the difference.
When you’re Energized for Excellence, you show up with greater clarity, confidence, and control. You take on meaningful challenges without burning out. You manage stress more effectively and make smarter daily decisions that protect your capacity - mind, body, and spirit - even in demanding environments. What’s possible from there?
Through humor and storytelling, High Performance Coach Michelle Cederberg reminds us that there is a masterpiece in all of us that is revealed not through dramatic overhauls, but through focus, discipline, and intentional refinement. This keynote challenges the “go big or go home” mindset and replaces it with a more effective truth: excellence is built through small, precise chisel strokes repeated consistently.
Key Outcomes & Audience Impact:
- Recognize where excellence already exists in your work and life, and how building on those strengths creates momentum and confidence.
- Strengthen mental focus, emotional energy, and daily prioritization so effort is directed where it matters most and not spread thin across everything.
- Commit to ‘Everyday Excellence’ through habit architecture, and discover how to replace more effort with sharper leverage through small, intentional habits that compound over time.
- Identify the subtle energy, time, and focus leaks that limit performance, and learn practical strategies to reclaim the extra 5% that separates good from exceptional, without adding more to an already full plate.
In a world where many professionals feel overextended and under-resourced, this session educates, inspires, and equips audiences to make smarter choices that lead to meaningful, sustainable progress.
The Difference Maker:
This high-energy, inspirational keynote helps teams move beyond effort alone and toward precision, clarity, and energized excellence. It reveals what’s possible when success is built thoughtfully, one intentional decision at a time.
Keynote by Michelle Cederberg:
Future-Proofing Productivity: Thriving in a Hyper-Digital World Without Losing Your Mind, Health, or Humanity
The world of work has transformed at lightning speed, and our digital landscape shows no signs of slowing down. Every new platform, notification, update, and AI breakthrough brings both opportunity and overwhelm. Combine that with increased workloads, constant change, and evolving workforce expectations, and it’s clear: the future of work demands a different approach to how we manage technology, energy, and attention.
In this timely and thought-provoking session, Health and Productivity Expert Michelle Cederberg cuts through the noise to explore how we can embrace the tools of the digital age without sacrificing well-being or performance. She reveals why digital overload is draining our energy and fragmenting our focus, and she shares practical, science-backed strategies to help individuals and teams stay energized, adaptable, and effective in a world that’s always “on.”
Because the future of work isn’t just about adopting new technology. It’s about building the human capacity – physically, mentally, and emotionally – to use it wisely.
Key Outcomes & Audience Impact:
- Gain a deeper understanding of how technology has woven itself into every part of our lives, the hold it has on our time, energy, and focus, and how intentional use can turn it into a force for good.
- Explore the effects of life in an ever-digital world – from device addiction to tech overwhelm, to the impact of dopamine overload on attention span and emotional health – and learn how to manage it.
- Learn future-proofing strategies like digital boundary-setting, focus tools, and healthy tech habits, to reduce stress and burnout on your team and witness higher job satisfaction and lower turnover.
The Reality Check:
Created for forward-thinking individuals and organizations who recognize that while technology is essential for growth and innovation, it will always be energized, focused, and healthy humans who drive meaningful productivity, now and in the future of work.
Keynote by Michelle Cederberg:
The Strong Side of Stress: Harnessing Everyday Pressure to Transform Stress into Success
In today’s fast-paced, demanding world, stress is often viewed as a negative force to be avoided, but what if we could transform it into a driver of growth and success? The Strong Side of Stress offers a fresh perspective on how stress, when managed effectively, can be an invaluable tool for personal and professional advancement.
In this revealing session, Health and Productivity Expert Michelle Cederberg addresses the science behind stress, delves into how it impacts the brain and body, and shares why some stress can actually improve cognitive function and focus. She will help you reframe stress as a catalyst for pushing boundaries, building resilience, and igniting high performance.
Key Outcomes & Audience Impact:
- Understand the physical impact that stress has on your body, mind and long-term health, and learn how to recognize the subtle (and not so subtle) signs of increasing stress.
- Learn why stress should push people out of their comfort zones, and when managed effectively, how that can foster personal and professional development, and help you face future challenges with greater confidence.
- Discover how strategically navigating stress can strengthen mental and emotional resilience, heighten focus, sharpen decision-making skills, and enhance overall productivity.
- Learn the surprising science behind good stress and bad stress, and the simple strategies you can deploy to get more of the GOOD.
Whether you're dealing with deadlines, major life challenges, or everyday responsibilities, this session will equip you with actionable strategies to withstand stressful times, and in fact, come out the other side more focused, confident, and resilient.
The “Perspective Shifter”:
Redefine your relationship with stress and turn pressure into progress. Side effects include greater employee morale, corporate cost-saving, and long-term personal wellbeing.
Keynote by Michelle Cederberg:
May I Have Your Attention Please? How to Reclaim Focus & Productivity in a Distracted World
With technological demands, digital overwhelm and 24/7 connectedness at an all-time high, it's a true skill if you can set boundaries, alleviate distractions, and laser your focus. There are so many ‘shiny things’ competing for our attention every moment of every day.
In this eye-opening session, Author, Coach, and Health & Productivity Expert Michelle Cederberg helps you zero-in on your attention (or lack of) by examining the science and social implications of multitasking, digital distraction, and lack of focus.
Key Outcomes & Audience Impact:
- Gain a new understanding of how our digital dependence impacts concentration and daily output, not to mention what it does for our mental and emotional health.
- Explore the signs of ‘auto-pilot living’, why it happens, and how to get off it.
- Look at how multitasking impacts creativity and productivity, what's happening in your brain when you juggle too much, and why it hinders learning and memory.
- Learn effective ways to manage distractions and be more mindful and focused when it matters most.
Don’t worry, you won’t have to give up your phone or sacrifice the things you love for the sake of accomplishing your goals. Instead, you’ll learn how to reclaim your focus, and prioritize like a pro no matter what is happening around you.
The “Efficiency Optimizer”:
Walk away with awareness tools and simple strategies that will turn distracted teams and overwhelmed employees into results-driven superstars.
Keynote by Michelle Cederberg:
Unleashing Impact Program: Using Four Cs to Move from Insight to Action
This highly interactive, half or full-day workshop brings Michelle’s teachings to life through her proven 4Cs Impact Framework - Clarity, Capability, Commitment, and Capacity - helping participants identify exactly where their effort is paying off... and where energy, focus, or follow-through may be quietly leaking.
Designed as a practical extension of the keynote or as a stand-alone program, this workshop moves beyond insight into action. Participants complete a personal Impact Audit to assess the strength of their four Cs, then work individually and in small groups to uncover patterns, diagnose gaps, and identify high-leverage upgrades they can apply immediately in their day-to-day work.
Rather than generic productivity tactics, this workshop focuses on the real drivers of sustainable performance: clear priorities, confident skill application, disciplined follow-through, and the energy to support it all.
The result is a shared language for impact, meaningful peer learning, and a concrete plan participants can actually execute.
By the end of this session, participants will:
- Gain clarity on what’s really driving (or draining) their performance by diagnosing strengths and weaknesses in their current habits, systems, and workday strategies using the 4Cs framework.
- Pinpoint one critical constraint and one powerful amplifier; the specific “C” that most limits results right now, and the one that can create the greatest momentum when strengthened.
- Build practical strategies to strengthen all four Cs, with targeted attention on weaker areas so effort translates into progress, not just busyness.
- Leave with a focused 30-day Impact Action Plan, including a clear priority, commitment contract, and habit-tracking approach to turn insight into sustained growth.
This session doesn’t ask participants to work harder. It shows them how to work smarter, protect their energy, and apply it where it makes the biggest difference, individually and as a team.
Keynote by Michelle Cederberg:
The “Busy” Breakthrough: Work-Life Balance for Today’s Overachiever
For many of us “being busy and getting things done” is exactly where we strive to be. On a good day this feels like high productivity, great time management and lots of creative thinking as we challenge ourselves to conquer more goals, more accomplishments, more responsibilities. Until we're too busy to eat, too busy to sleep and too busy to tend to the areas of our life that actually matter the most.
Inevitably, busy turns to “burned out”, and productivity grinds to a halt. Deadlines get delayed and details get missed as we try to keep up with the pressure and unrealistic expectations brought on by the tyranny of busyness.
Comedic, practical, and incredibly insightful, “The Busy Breakthrough” is a crowd favorite that debunks the myth of work-life balance and helps audiences recalibrate the definition of “busy” into healthier, more manageable, and sustainable practices for success.
Key Outcomes & Audience Impact:
- Increase productivity, efficiency, and fulfillment by recognizing (and removing) the unnecessary stressors that may be slowing you down.
- Identify your biggest distractions and time-wasters, and effectively prioritize your day to be truly focused and productive.
- Develop strategies to move forward with greater clarity, workday energy, and life balance.
- Accomplish more while doing less. Learn how to create a greater sense of success and stability (and by example, encourage your teams to do the same).
The “Recalibrator”:
Teams, managers and performance-based professionals will benefit from the key insights and emerging trends that Michelle shares during this paradigm-shifting keynote. Give audiences the freedom to step back and recognize how effective (or not) their efforts to ‘stay busy’ have really been, and improve workplace morale, performance, and productivity in the process.
Hall of Fame Speaker Michelle Cederberg, CSP, High Performance Optimizer
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Books by Michelle Cederberg
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The Success-Energy EquationHow to Regain your Focus, Recharge your Life and Really Get Sh!t DoneBy Michelle Cederberg -
Energy Now!Small Steps to an Energetic LifeBy Michelle Cederberg -
If Your Life Sucks it's Your Fault*By Michelle Cederberg
