Community Speaking

Laurel Crossley-Byers, Founder of Opti-Mom is one of the most sought after Speakers on the topic of Life Balance within her community! Laurel’s unique brand of humour will engage, entertain and educate your audience – whether it’s 50 to 500 guaranteeing an event that will inspire and motivate your audience!

Opti-Mom is pleased to offer community speaking in the format of Workshops, Seminars and Keynote Engagements!  Our client list includes: The Halton Region, Peel District School Board, Halton District School Board, Sheridan College, GE Capital Technology Management Services, The Ontario Early Years Centres, and The Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, to name a few. 

Opti-Mom would love to help you make your next event a Smashing Success!

To book Laurel or receive your media kit, simply send us an e-mail – info@opti-mom.ca!

 

Opti-Mom Topics!

©“Bring On The Bling!” – Learning to Dazzle Yourself

In our busy lives, we are often so busy dazzling others that we often neglect or forget to dazzle ourselves!  In this seminar learn what makes you sparkle, what makes you shine, what makes you unique and what you can do to ensure you are always dazzling yourself!

© “When Did I Become a Juggler?” – Self, Life, Family, And Work Balance

Do you go through the day and forget where you’ve been and what you’ve done?  Does your To Do List grow and you seem to never get things done?  Does your idea of Life Balance mean that you give up something that you want to do so you can do more for others?  Do you tell people yes even though you mean no?? Learn how to prioritize and take care of YOUR Mind, Body and Spirit so you can take care of all the things you want to get done in a day!

©Eek!  I Don’t Know What To Do With My Life! – Career Direction

This seminar can help you discover and know where to find that elusive beast known as the  “perfect” career.  Get to know the real you!  Understand your skills, talents, and abilities and find out what really matters to you!  Turn your passions into a career that is fulfilling both personally and financially! 

© “What, Mother’s Have Needs??!!” – Making You Your Number One Priority

Do you take care of everyone else first?  Is your family pet treated better than you?  If you had a day off would you use it selfishly to recharge and rejuvenate?  As the epicentre of your family, learn the importance of taking care of yourself in order to take better care of your loved ones.  Learn how to find even a few minutes per day to pamper and indulge yourself without feeling guilty or like you should be taking care of someone or something else!

© “Huh, What Did You Say?” – Family Communication

Is &#@!~ part of your daily vocabulary?  Tired of repeating yourself to your loved ones?  Frustrated with hearing “You never said that!”?  We’ll help you create a communications strategy that is specific to your family and incorporates all family members.  We like to think this seminar will improve your family’s hearing!

© “Who The Heck Am I?” – Self-Identity Discovery

Do you feel confused and lost?  Is your only sense of identity being someone’s parent, sibling or spouse?  Can you remember when you had your own identity before kids and marriage?  We’ll help you identify who you were before and who you want to be now.  Create a 95 year plan where you are the master of your own destiny!  Create a plan that allows you to stay focused on the most important ingredient, you!

© “Who The Heck Are You?” – Reconnecting With Your Life Partner

Remember the good old days before children and life took you and your life partner away from one another? Do you often forget what your life partner looks like?  Is your only form of communication either your cell phone or e-mail?  Do you feel like two ships passing in the night? Do you fall asleep in the middle of a conversation with your spouse due to sheer exhaustion?  Then it’s time to reclaim your marriage!  Ditch the kids and have a conversation!  Bring back the good old days of dating without having to worry about a curfew!  We’ll provide tips on how to rekindle that relationship that work!

© “Should I Have Done That?” – Learning to Deal With Mother Guilt

Learn the differences between real and self-imposed guilt!  Rid yourself of those guilty feelings about your children, spouse or other family members. Learn how to replace those guilty thoughts with empowering self-talk!  By incorporating a few simple ideas, you too can live a guilt-free life!