PROFILE
Dr. Brynn Winegard is a multiple-award-winning Professor, Professional Keynote Speaker, and Global Expert in applied neuroscience and positive psychology for professionals. Brynn completed her formal education in Neuroscience, Psychology, and Organizational studies (HBSc, MBA, PhD) and has over a decade in corporate business development (marketing, sales) working for Pfizer Inc., Nestle Inc., and Johnson & Johnson Inc.
While Professor Winegard retains positions as Faculty at Schulich School of Business and Lang School of Business & Economics, she has more recently moved her formal research programs to Harvard Medical School (applied neuroscience for brain health, wellness), and the Harvard McLean Institute of Coaching (positive psychology for high-achieving professionals).
Whether speaking to students, organizations, conferences, or companies, Dr. Brynn feels purpose-driven to help professionals benefit from and use the latest brain-based discoveries for work-life balance, cognitive wellness, peak performance, and overall success.
Dr. Brynn’s clients are some of the world’s top organizations including Coca-Cola, Wal-Mart, Google, Cadillac, Toyota, USAA, Royal Bank, CIBC, TD Bank, Raymond James, Georgia-Pacific, Franklin Templeton, Pfizer, Gilead, Novartis, and hundreds more.
When Dr. Brynn isn’t giving formal talks or training, she is a regularly featured expert in television, radio, and print.
Dr. Brynn combines real-world corporate experience with frontier research to deliver cutting-edge insights that will be sure to both please your audience as well as elevate their business and daily lives.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Working: Boost My Brain
This presentation is about brain-boosting methods from cutting-edge new research for a future-ready, higher-caliber worker. It is designed to help companies and their employees reach their full potential.
The presentation dispels common brain myths and provides practical tips and tricks for improving cognitive function, motivation, productivity, and mental wellness. The speaker, Dr. Brynn, is a neuroscientist and positive psychologist who has researched how exceptional human brains work. She shares her findings in an engaging and motivational way, leaving audiences inspired to take action and improve their brainpower.
Attendee Benefits
Thriving
Understanding how the brain processes rewards and positive emotions can help us design workplaces that foster a sense of accomplishment, gratitude, and belonging. This fuels motivation, engagement, and overall well-being. Practices like mindfulness and gratitude train the brain to focus on the positive aspects of work, leading to increased happiness, optimism, and resilience. Benefitting both employees and organizations.
Flourishing
Positive experiences stimulate the growth of neurons and strengthen neural connections, enhancing cognitive function, creativity, and problem-solving. Cultivating positive emotions activates the prefrontal cortex, responsible for higher-order thinking, planning, and goal setting. This leads to greater productivity, innovation, and overall flourishing.
Resilience
Stress-management techniques like meditation and deep breathing activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and emotional regulation. This helps build resilience against stress and challenges. Developing a growth mindset and focusing on personal strengths help individuals bounce back from setbacks and learn from mistakes, fostering resilience and adaptability.
Anti-Fragility
Challenging experiences trigger the brain’s neuroplasticity, allowing it to adapt and grow stronger. This can lead to anti-fragility, where individuals thrive in adversity. Embracing challenges and seeking growth opportunities cultivate a sense of adventure and adaptability. This equips individuals to navigate uncertainty and emerge stronger from difficult situations.
Growth Mindset
Learning and new experiences stimulate the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which promotes the growth of new neurons and strengthens existing ones. This reinforces a growth mindset. Focusing on effort and progress over innate talent enhances the belief that abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work. This fosters a growth mindset and continuous learning.
Overall
Dr Brynn creates workplaces that nurture thriving, flourishing, resilient, anti-fragile individuals with a growth mindset by harnessing the power of neuroscience and positive psychology. This ultimately leads to a more engaged, productive, and innovative workforce, benefitting employees and organizations. Dr Brynn creates workplaces that nurture thriving, flourishing, resilient, anti-fragile individuals with a growth mindset by harnessing the power of neuroscience and positive psychology. This ultimately leads to a more engaged, productive, and innovative workforce, benefitting both employees and organizations.
Selling: The Brainscience of Persuasion & Influence
Dr. Brynn’s presentation, “The Brainscience of Persuasion & Influence,” dives into the fascinating world of neuroselling, revealing how to bypass the conscious mind and tap into the subconscious drivers of persuasion. Forget logic and language; instead, focus on emotional triggers, social cues, and powerful imagery to influence decisions and unlock the “3 B’s”: believing, buying in, and buying. She dispels common myths and unveils six key “brainscience secrets” to enhance your influence and gain compliance effortlessly. This fast-paced, interactive session packed with practical insights and cutting-edge knowledge is perfect for salespeople, marketers, client-facing personnel, and anyone seeking to boost their persuasive power and drive business growth. In just one hour, you’ll be equipped to “unravel the brain like an onion” and master the subtle art of influencing others on a deeper, subconscious level.
Leading: Science of Interpersonal Influence & Executive Leadership Presence
Unlock the science of leadership presence and ignite followership in this dynamic talk. Learn how the brain perceives influence, develop your “executive charisma,” and master the nuances of persuasive communication. Go beyond traditional leadership tactics and delve into cutting-edge neuroscience to understand what truly motivates and energizes people. Discover practical tools and tactics for self-presentation that earn non-coerced compliance and unlock your full leadership potential. This fast-paced session is packed with actionable insights for managers, aspiring leaders, and anyone who wants to elevate their interpersonal influence and galvanize followership. Leave with the knowledge and confidence to inspire, engage, and lead with a captivating presence.
