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Elevate Wellbeing, Foster Collaboration, and Drive Sustained Success.
You Got THIS: How To Take On Any Challenge With Confidence.
The Mindset, Motivation, and Tools to Navigate Challenges and Change
In today’s high-pressure, rapidly evolving, globally connected workplace, the relentless flow of change fuels stress and uncertainty. How people handle change impacts their health and happiness - and affects an organization’s performance and long-term success.
The session unpacks why time feels like it’s speeding up, why change feels so difficult, and why we instinctively resist it. With a compelling mix of science, stoicism, and storytelling, Nina reframes change as an opportunity, not an obstacle. She then delivers a practical, transformative framework that equips teams to confidently navigate adversity of all sizes.
Resilience isn’t just about bouncing back; it’s about how you get back up. Drawing from her own journey through career pivots, personal triumphs, and failures, she brings resilience to life in a way that is both deeply relatable and profoundly motivating.
Audiences will gain insights into Nina’s concept of the “Reverse Resume”- a visual timeline of life’s ups and downs that emphasizes the growth and strength we gain from the struggles we overcome.
Through powerful storytelling, actionable takeaways, and her unique framework, Nina equips attendees with practical tools to manage stress, maintain perspective, and foster collaboration in their professional and personal lives.
Audience Takeaways:
Understand the true meaning of resilience and why how you get back up matters.
Learn actionable strategies to adapt positively to challenges and changes.
Discover Nina’s “Reverse Resume” framework to reframe your life’s highs and lows as tools for growth and strength.
Develop practical skills to manage stress, stay motivated, and maintain perspective during uncertain times.
Gain insights to foster collaboration and thrive in both personal and professional settings.
Leave inspired to embrace your next chapter with confidence, knowing it could be your best yet.
Resilience for High Achievers: The Secret to Sustained Success
Empowering Top Performers to Keep Leveling Up in a World That Never Slows Down.
Your high achievers are your greatest asset, but even the best can hit a breaking point. In today's fast-paced world, the pressures of continuous innovation and constant connectivity are pushing high achievers to their limits.
In this eye-opening experience, Nina challenges top performers to rethink success, not as a finish line, but as a sustainable journey of achievement.
Nina introduces her game-changing concept of "Excellence Exhaustion" : a condition where the unending drive to surpass previous achievements, coupled with perpetual demands, leads to diminished productivity and well-being.
‘Excellence Exhaustion’ captures the unique struggles of individuals, who face relentless demands to excel while navigating an environment that never slows down.
With powerful insights and a proven framework, Nina challenges executives and ambitious professionals to redefine success, not as a relentless pursuit, but as a sustainable journey.
She offers practical strategies to help individuals and organizations manage stress, maintain perspective, and foster a supportive community.
This is a master class in resilience, packed with actionable insights.
Audience Takeaways:
Recognize ‘Excellence Exhaustion’ and the unique challenges high performers face in today's fast-paced world
Learn Nina's proven approach to navigating obstacles, sustain success, and stay in control.
Boost productivity and team culture by fostering an environment where high performance doesn’t lead to burnout.
Equip yourself with the mindset and tools to tackle change with confidence and clarity.
Thrive under pressure by learning how to sustain success, protect your well-being, and keep leveling up.
“Thank you for joining us in Chicago! We have received so much amazing positive feedback and comments on your session.”
Kristy Floyd, Director of Conference and Event Strategy
Workshops / Deep Dives into key Resilience Topics
Resilience & Burnout: Overcoming "Excellence Exhaustion"
Introducing Excellence Exhaustion - the cost of always striving for more. What if you’re stronger than you think, and right where you’re meant to be?
In this transformative session, you’ll learn how to leverage everything you’ve accomplished and overcome to be the hero in the next chapter of your story. While your Reverse Resume, the record of your challenges and triumphs, grows, so does the stress of success. Gain practical tools to manage that stress, sustain your momentum, and thrive without burning out. This is your time to take charge, rewrite your narrative, and succeed on your terms.
Resilience & Change: Mastering the Art of Adaptability
Change is inevitable, but tough chapters don’t define your entire story - they shape it. In today’s world, raising the bar and facing new challenges isn’t the exception; it’s the rule.
This powerful session is a master class in resilience, delivering a pro-level framework to help your team develop the mental agility needed to navigate change with confidence and optimism. Walk away equipped with actionable strategies to embrace uncertainty, turn challenges into opportunities, and write your next chapter with strength and purpose.
Resilience & Mental Health: Thrive Through Adversity
High achievers often hold themselves to the highest standards, but that drive can sometimes work against us. Through self-talk, self-sabotage, and the pressures of social media, we may unknowingly fuel our own anxiety and stress.
This empowering session dives into how to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and self-compassion. You’ll gain science-backed tools and actionable strategies to quiet your inner critic, rewrite your narrative, and achieve meaningful personal growth. It’s time to take control of your story! and ensure it’s one you’re proud to live.
Resilience/Teamwork: Thrive Together
Success isn’t a solo act - it’s a team effort. In this engaging and thought-provoking session, you’ll explore the power of connection and collaboration.
Discover who’s in this journey with you, what unique strengths you bring to your team, and identify the missing pieces needed to thrive. While you may be the main character in your own story, have you considered the role you play in the stories of others? This session combines insightful exercises with a fresh perspective on teamwork, leaving you inspired to strengthen your connections and achieve success together.
Nina can be your Emcee/Event Host (seen here at Deltek Projection hosting a fireside chat with President and CEO Mike Corkery)
Emcee/Host
Nina is a seasoned and dynamic event host/emcee who brings energy, professionalism, and precision to every stage. Known for her meticulous preparation, she seamlessly weaves your corporate messaging, culture, and event themes into her delivery, ensuring your event stays on point and your audience remains fully engaged.
Nina’s commanding yet approachable style guarantees that your event runs smoothly, stays on schedule, and leaves a lasting impression. With her at the helm, you can trust your audience is in expert hands.
Moderator/’Fireside Chat’ Host
Nina is a skilled interviewer and panel moderator who creates an environment where participants feel comfortable, confident, and truly heard. With award-winning journalism credentials and over 12 years of experience in corporate meetings, Nina brings a unique combination of poise, professionalism, and precision to every discussion.
Her diligent preparation ensures your session aligns with your objectives, keeps the conversation engaging and impactful, and wraps up on time with a strong and memorable conclusion. With Nina at the helm, your fireside chat will be both insightful and seamlessly executed.
College Keynote
Resilience 101: A Cheatcode for a Successful Lifetime
You’re in the game, and there’s no pause button!
College life is full of challenges, achievements, and unexpected twists, and it’s all part of the continuous journey toward success. In this engaging and relatable keynote, Nina helps students navigate the pressures of today’s FOMO-fueled, always-connected world.
With humor and insight, Nina draws on her experience as a D1 student-athlete, TV personality, and tech executive to share her own wins and "game over" moments. She teaches students how to:
Build resilience to tackle challenges without fear of failure.
Develop a mindset that supports mental wellness and long-term success.
Bounce back with confidence when life doesn’t go as planned.
This dynamic session is packed with real talk, relatable stories, and actionable strategies, making it a perfect power-up for high-achieving students feeling the pressure to succeed.
Students leave this keynote feeling less overwhelmed and more confident. It’s like having a cheat code for success.
“Reverse Resume”
A "Reverse Resume" is a visual and reflective concept developed by Nina Sossamon-Pogue that highlights the personal challenges and obstacles a person has overcome.
Above the line, you’ll find your accomplishments - those moments of success we often celebrate.
But below the line, is where your true resilience is revealed - the challenges, setbacks, and obstacles you’ve overcome.
Nina's “Reverse Resume” concept highlights the untold story of life’s challenges and setbacks - those transformative experiences below the surface that shape who you are and fuel your resilience.
“Nina grabs you by the brain, pulls you in and holds you there” ”
TOP 8 REASONS TO BOOK NINA
1. Nina has been in your shoes
She used to book speakers as a MKT VP. She knows you need her to be prepared, be flexible, and send her presentation early.
2. Nina delivers
She’s a proven presenter. She anchored three shows a day for 20 years and was repeatedly voted favorite news personality. Your audience will like her.
3. Nina is fun
She’s is a pro, but she doesn’t take herself too seriously. Even the prep calls and pre-event work will be enjoyable.
4. Nina is flexible
She knows things can change and she will adjust and deliver whatever you need… um… she is an expert in RESILIENCE so dealing with change is her jam!
5. Nina knows media
She loves using fun video clips and multi-media stories. She’s going to make sure your audience stays engaged.
6. Nina is new
This is the new keynote, presentation or host that your audience has not seen. Plus she uses current events and what is trending.
7. Nina checks the box
She checks a lot of boxes - Energetic, Female, Leader, Corporate Exec, Elite Athlete, TV Personality, Author, Podcast Host, Parent
8. Nina gets your audience
She’s worked eye to eye with Senior Executives, identifies as a Gen-Xer, has Managed Millennials and worked with College Students. She speaks your audience’s language.