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Jillian Biehl Morrison conversational competence keynote speaker

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Meaningful conversations. Practical insight. Ideas people take with them.

Jillian Biehl Morrison is an author and speaker whose work explores confidence, identity, stress, emotional regulation, communication, and the experiences that shape how we see ourselves and interact with the world.

Drawing from her books, professional experience, research, and personal perspective, Jillian brings complex human topics into conversations that are accessible, engaging, and useful.

Her presentations are designed to do more than inspire an audience for an hour. They give people new ways to understand themselves, consider their experiences, and make intentional choices about what they do next.

KEYNOTE TOPICS:

FLAGSHIP KEYNOTE

The Confidence Cocktail

Based on Jillian's book The Confidence Cocktail, this presentation challenges the idea that confidence is something we either have or don't have. Through self-awareness, self-trust, identity, and intentional action, Jillian explores how confidence is built, and how we can begin strengthening it through the decisions we make every day.

Audience takeaways include:

  • Understanding the internal foundations of lasting confidence

  • Recognizing the connection between identity and self-trust

  • Identifying the habits and thought patterns that undermine confidence

  • Practical ways to begin building confidence through intentional action

STRESS + EMOTIONAL REGULATION

Creating Space Between Feelings and Reaction

Stress changes the way we think, communicate, and respond. This presentation explores regulating emotions and how greater awareness can create space between an emotional response and the action that follows. Jillian combines research with practical strategies for recognizing stress, understanding emotional reactions, and developing healthier ways to process our experiences

Audience takeaways include:

  • Understanding how stress influences thoughts, emotions, and behavior

  • Recognizing personal patterns and emotional triggers

  • Creating a pause between feeling and reacting

  • Building a practical toolkit for managing stressful moments

IDENTITY + CHANGE

Who Are You Becoming?

Major transitions can challenge the way we understand ourselves. Career changes. Divorce. Parenthood. Aging. Relationships. Success. Loss. Starting over. This presentation explores identity as something we can examine and intentionally shape rather than something we simply inherit or outgrow. Jillian invites audiences to consider who they have been, what they have carried forward, and who they want to become in the next chapter of their lives.

Audience takeaways include:

  • Recognizing how experiences and expectations shape identity

  • Identifying beliefs that may no longer fit

  • Understanding the relationship between identity and confidence

  • Making more intentional decisions about who you are becoming

COMMUNICATION

‍ Conversational Competence™

The conversations we have every day shape our relationships, leadership, credibility, and ability to work effectively with others. Jillian's Conversational Competence™ framework explores the awareness, presence, and practical communication skills that allow people to navigate conversations with greater clarity and confidence.

Topics can be tailored for leadership teams, professional associations, emerging leaders, cross-generational workplaces, and organizations navigating change.

Tailored Applications

Jillian’s presentations can be adapted for different audiences and organizational needs.

Conferences • Women's Events • Professional Associations • Corporate Events • Leadership Programs • Colleges & Universities • Community Organizations • Wellness Events • Retreats • Panels • Podcasts

Keynotes, workshops, breakout sessions, facilitated conversations, and customized programs are available.

Jillian owned the room and did a fantastic job! Her passion for the topic was obvious and sincere.

- Leigh Anne

I came JUST to hear Jillian speak, and she did not disappoint. I loved the blend of neuroscience and passion.

- Mary

Jillian is such a fabulous speaker, I didn't want it to end! It went by way too fast!

— Liz

Jillian Biehl Morrison is a bestselling author and keynote speaker. Her work helps leaders and organizations strengthen confidence, communication, professional presence, and collaboration in real conversations.

She is the author of The Confidence Cocktail™, and Murder the Page.