A empowerment and self development presentation for leadership, faculty and staff of all five campuses at St. Petersburg College All College Day 2016

1. Maura Sweeney
SPC All College Day 2016
“Becoming a Positive Influence
in a Changing World”

2. Find happiness, influence & well-being within

3. Becoming Happy & Influential is an Inside Job

4. Your Happiness & Influence EQ
Where are you on the spectrum?
1 = Fearful, Angry, Victimized, Small
5 = Semi-Resentful, Frustrated, Anxious
10 = Loving, Free, Peaceful, Expansive

5. #1 Reflection
What person or situation is this
reminding me of?
What new thought, belief or
intention can I take away from
this presentation?

6. #2 Reflection
Where am I sensing familiarity with my
own actions, words or intents?
What is the source of my discomfort?
What new intention and/or behavior
will contribute to my well-being and
better self?

8. World Happiness Survey
Hundreds of Respondents
Ages 18 – 90+
28 States and 24 Countries
65% Female | 35% Male
Single, Married, Divorced, in a Relationship
High School up to PhD Level

9. 5 Things We Really Want
1. Healthy Relationships (no drama)
2. Peace of Mind
3. Freedom
4. Purpose & Fulfillment
5. Personal Confidence

13. The Path to Influence & Happiness
1974 2016

14. Your Choice of Perception

15. What Do You See?
Do your eyes see what you don’t have . . . or what you do?

17. What do you see?
Wholeness or Divisions

19. What are you thinking?
Thoughts Create Things
(Dr. Emoto’s Crystal Experiments)

20. Two Paradigms

22. Pebble Influence Effect

23. Pebbles Create Circles of Influence

25. Influence
The capacity to have an effect on the
character, development or behavior of
someone or something, or the effect itself.

26. Origin of Influence
An Astrological Term
"streaming ethereal power from the stars
acting upon character or destiny of men"

27. Assume Your Internal Seat of
Authority

28. Influencing from Above
(Listening)
Angry employee incident gave rise to new leadership
atmosphere.
“Thank you for allowing me to make mistakes.”

29. Influencing from Below
(Advocating)
Vice President of Sales re-thinks a potentially
disastrous decision

30. Influencing Abroad
(Cultivating Consistent Culture)
Traveling Corporate Trainer notices different culture,
remarks and wants to learn

34. What Part am I Playing in the Dance?
Work | Family | Friendships | Social Circles
Spouse | Partner | Significant Other

35. A Single Crystal Light Bulb
YOU

36. Several Crystal Light Bulbs in Unison
You and Others

37. What Creates Happiness in a Culture?
Seeing Value & Worth in Everyone

39. Pride in Contributing One’s Best
n Unified, harmonized mission
n Everyone has a purpose & contribution
n All are respected, heard & valued
n Transparency and Trust
n Lack of Attack and Negative Competition
n Culture of Fun and Celebration
n Modeling

40. #1 Reflection
What person or situation is this
reminding me of?
What new thought, belief or
intention can I take away from
this presentation?

41. #2 Reflection
Where am I sensing familiarity with my
own actions, words or intents?
What is the source of my discomfort?
What new intention and/or behavior
will contribute to my well-being and
better self?

42. Your Happiness & Influence EQ
Where are you on the spectrum?
1 = Fearful, Angry, Victimized, Small
5 = Semi-Resentful, Frustrated, Anxious
10 = Loving, Free, Peaceful, Expansive

44. More Empowerment for You
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45. Foundations Course

46. Visit, Subscribe & Get Happier
www.Maura4u.com
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eCourse | Public Speaking