Have Good Ripple Effect

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I’m Lisa.
Keynote Speaker, Success Coach,
Culture & Joy Connoisseur

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I am Lisa Even, keynote speaker, success coach, and joy connoisseur. I help people to get more excited about life and Have Good Ripple Effect.

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Sip on This: A Curiosity Cocktail for Handling Complaints

Sip on This: A Curiosity Cocktail for Handling Complaints Someday, I’ll bring a cocktail on stage… but for now, let me introduce you to...

Regulation changes, budget cuts, re-orgs (again), turnover.

Ever felt like the world is happening to you instead of the other way around? Flat tire. Contractor ghosted you. Kid gets sick on the...

Culture should NOT be like Voldemort—He Who Must Not Be Named.

Culture should not be like Voldemort from Harry Potter—he who must not be named. Ever stopped to think about what team culture really is?...

I’ll have what they are having!

With the kids back in school (and my snack pantry finally getting a break), I’ve found myself with a bit more freedom. And by freedom, I...

Ever feel like you’re drowning in the chaos of day-to-day tasks while still trying to lead your team?

Your a few men down (or women)...short staffed by 234% One of my go-to leadership strategies, especially when a leader is wrestling with...

What kind of waves am I creating?

This summer we took a trip to San Diego, and I’ve been reflecting. We went with some friends, and each of us had one “bucket list” item...

It’s easier to do it myself.

It’s easier to do it myself. Delegation—it’s a word that often sparks a mix of anxiety and frustration. I’ve had countless conversations...

I haven’t officially talked about Joy in a while, but you can better believe we are sneaking in a few moments of fun!

I haven’t officially talked about Joy in a while, but you can better believe we are sneaking in a few moments of fun! Spent time this...

The Staples Man Makes the World Go ‘Round 🌍

The Staples Man Makes the World Go ‘Round 🌍 It was like a slow-motion movie, except it was real life. I was at Staples, waiting in line...

I am always looking for ways to encourage young people to get out and make impact and JOY! Because, let’s be honest, we are only borrowing the world from future generations.

I am always looking for ways to encourage young people to get out and make impact and JOY! Because, let’s be honest, we are only...

I recently got some feedback that really knocked me for a loop—it reminded me of that '90s hit by Chumbawamba: "I get knocked down, but I get up again!"

Chumbawamba and Feedback. I recently received some feedback that really spun me for a loop. It made me think of Chumbawamba’s song...

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The Ultimate Multitaskers.✨ From managing families to crushing careers, the magicians who make it happen are oftentimes women. But even...

It was one of those “never say never” moments… You never know when your worlds will collide.

When worlds collide… I never played football (I know, big surprise), but it’s on my mind this week because my husband’s high school...

🚫 Rejection isn’t the end—it’s just not yet…

🚫 Rejection isn’t the end—it’s just not yet… One thing I’ve learned in my leadership journey is that rejection isn’t the end of the road...

I’ve Got an Unmotivated Mary on My Team…And I’d Like to Smack ‘Em

I’ve Got an Unmotivated Mary on My Team…And I’d Like to Smack ‘Em At a recent speaking event, an audience member asked me, "What's one...

Instead of "stay in your lane," I’m thinking we should say, "Drive well in your lane, but keep an eye on the bigger road."

I hope your week has been as adventurous as mine—or maybe a bit more relaxing! This past weekend, I took a road trip to Omaha with a...

JOY Transforms Teams...In ALL Industries!

This week wraps up with two exciting events! First, I'll be leading a Construction Leadership Series focusing on organization and...

Today Takes the Cake!

Sometimes you get to speak in beautiful spaces... Today takes the cake! The New Britain Museum of American Art is gorgeous, and the...

Embracing the Creative Season!

It sort of hit me the other day… there are seasons to a job, much like the seasons in the weather (especially living in the Midwest!)...

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The Have Good Ripple Effect Podcast was 66th on the top 100 podcasts for Self-Improvement this morning and 109th for education (HOLY...