Catherine Rymsha

Business Leadership Expert, Author & TEDx Speaker

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Catherine Rymsha Biography

Catherine M. Rymsha, EdD, is a distinguished leadership authority, acclaimed author, lecturer at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell, and a TEDx speaker.

With a wealth of expertise spanning from sales to marketing/communications to corporate leadership development, she brings a multifaceted perspective to her work. With over a decade of teaching experience in academia, Rymsha is currently a management lecturer at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell.

Armed with a master's degree and a doctorate specializing in organizational leadership from Northeastern University, Rymsha's scholarly pursuits revolve around the intricate realm of leadership development. As a writer, Rymsha has written The Leadership Decision, a compelling non-fiction work; the captivating fiction novel Stunning (murder-mystery); and the comprehensive textbook Leadership for the Now to be released in 2024.

Rymsha's influence extends beyond academia, as she is frequently sought after for her insights on leadership development, talent management, and succession management. A prominent figure in the media, she not only contributes thought-provoking articles but is also a go-to source for quotes on pertinent topics.

Rymsha embodies the essence of leadership excellence, seamlessly blending academic prowess with real-world impact both in and out of the classroom.

Catherine Rymsha Speaking Topics

  • Deciding to Lead: Your Path to Purposeful Leadership

    Leadership is not just a role; it's a conscious decision to inspire, guide, and drive positive change. Join our enlightening session, ""Deciding to Lead: Your Path to Purposeful Leadership,"" and embark on a transformative journey toward becoming a purpose-driven leader who can make a meaningful impact.

    Attendee Takeaways:

    • Clarity in Leadership Choice: Gain a clear understanding of what it means to choose to lead and how it can shape your personal and professional journey.

    • Self-Discovery: Uncover your unique leadership qualities and strengths, enabling you to lead authentically and with confidence.

    • Practical Strategies: Receive actionable strategies to address leadership challenges and build trust, empowering you to lead effectively in any situation.

    • Purposeful Leadership: Discover the power of purpose-driven leadership and how it can inspire others and create a lasting impact within your organization and community.

  • Retention and Succession Excellence: Unlocking Potential Through Stay Interviews

    In today's competitive job market, retaining top talent and grooming successors is paramount for organizational success. Join our expert session on "Retention and Succession Excellence: Unlocking Potential Through Stay Interviews" to discover the powerful strategies and techniques that will help you engage, retain, and develop your high-potential employees.

    In this enlightening session, you will learn how to conduct effective stay interviews – a proactive approach to employee retention that goes beyond exit interviews. Stay interviews enable you to understand your top talent's needs, aspirations, and concerns, creating a roadmap for their growth within the organization.

    In this session, discover:

    • The Stay Interview Framework: Gain a comprehensive understanding of what stay interviews are, how they differ from traditional exit interviews, and why they are a game-changer for talent retention and succession planning.

    • Identifying and Engaging Top Talent: Learn how to identify your organization's top performers and potential successors. Discover strategies to engage them, nurture their skills, and align their career goals with your company's objectives.

    • Effective Questioning and Listening Techniques: Master the art of asking the right questions and active listening to unearth valuable insights from your employees. Explore proven interview techniques that foster open and honest communication.

    • Actionable Feedback and Development Plans: Translate stay interview findings into actionable steps. Create personalized development plans that motivate and empower your top talent, ensuring they are on the path to success within your organization.

    • Succession Planning and Talent Pipeline: Understand how stay interviews can be integrated into your succession planning process. Build a robust talent pipeline that guarantees continuity and growth, even in times of transition.

  • Empowering New Managers and Emerging Leaders: Mastering Essential Skills for Success

    Transitioning into a managerial or leadership role is a pivotal moment in one's career. To excel in these positions, individuals need a distinct set of skills that go beyond their technical expertise. Join our dynamic session, "Empowering New Managers and Emerging Leaders," and equip yourself with the essential skills needed to thrive as a new manager or emerging leader.

    During this interactive session, you will:

    • Communication Mastery: Learn the art of effective communication, from articulating your vision to providing constructive feedback. Discover how to engage, motivate, and inspire your team through clear and empathetic communication.

    • Team Building and Collaboration: Explore strategies for building cohesive and high-performing teams. Understand the dynamics of team culture and how to harness the collective strengths of your team members.

    • Conflict Resolution and Decision-Making: Develop the ability to navigate conflicts gracefully and make well-informed decisions under pressure. Gain techniques to transform conflicts into opportunities for growth.

    • Time and Priority Management: Master time management techniques and prioritize tasks effectively. Learn how to strike a balance between daily responsibilities and long-term strategic goals.

    • Adaptability and Resilience: Cultivate adaptability and resilience in the face of change and uncertainty. Embrace challenges as opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Catherine Rymsha Videos

  • Want to become a better leader? || TEDx
    In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience....

Catherine Rymsha Books

  • The Leadership Decision: Decide to Lead Today
    The Leadership Decision: Decide to Lead Today

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Catherine Rymsha is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Deciding to Lead: Your Path to Purposeful Leadership, Retention and Succession Excellence: Unlocking Potential Through Stay Interviews and Empowering New Managers and Emerging Leaders: Mastering Essential Skills for Success. The estimated speaking fee range to book Catherine Rymsha for your event is $5,000 - $10,000. Catherine Rymsha generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are David C. Baker, John Zogby, Jeff Tobe, Sarah Lacy and Don Peppers. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Catherine Rymsha for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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