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Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) | Founder of Reality-Based Leadership | New York Times Best-Selling Author | Global Thought-Leader on Personal Accountability & Drama-Free Leadership

Cy Wakeman Speaking Fee: $30,000 to $50,000

Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) | Founder of Reality-Based Leadership | New York Times Best-Selling Author | Global Thought-Leader on Personal Accountability & Drama-Free Leadership

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Cy Wakeman
Speaking Fee:
$30,000 to $50,000

Travels From:
OMA - Omaha, NE

Primary Topic Category:
Company Culture / Employee Engagement / Teamwork

Secondary Topic Category:
Leadership and Management

 

Cy Wakeman Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Cy Wakeman is a drama researcher, global thought-leader, and New York Times best-selling author of Reality-Based Leadership: Ditch the Drama, Restore Sanity to the Workplace, and Turn Excuses into Results who is recognized for cultivating a counter-intuitive, reality-based approach to leadership. Backed by 20 years of unparalleled experience, Wakeman’s philosophy offers a new lens through which employees and executives alike, can shift their attention inward.

Cy Wakeman is a renowned drama researcher, global thought-leader, and New York Times best-selling author known for her groundbreaking approach to leadership. She is the founder of Reality-Based Leadership, an organization dedicated to helping leaders and employees eliminate workplace drama and achieve higher engagement and productivity. Cy’s philosophy emphasizes personal accountability and provides practical tools for leaders to foster a drama-free workplace, leading to better results and increased employee satisfaction. Over her 25-year career, Cy has partnered with top brands across various industries, including Google, Facebook, Viacom, NASA, and Bank of America. Her innovative methods and engaging presentations have earned her a place among the top 3% of speakers worldwide, as designated by the National Speaker’s Association. Cy's expertise and insights have also been featured on major platforms such as the TODAY Show, Forbes, Business Insider, and the Huffington Post. Cy is the author of four influential books, including "Reality-Based Leadership: Ditch the Drama, Restore Sanity to the Workplace, and Turn Excuses into Results" and "No Ego: How Leaders Can Cut the Cost of Workplace Drama, End Entitlement, and Drive Big Results." Her latest book, "Life’s Messy, Live Happy: Things Don’t Have to Be Perfect for You to Be Content," continues to inspire readers to embrace a reality-based approach to leadership and life. In addition to her written work, Cy hosts the popular "No Ego" podcast and maintains an active presence on social media, where she shares insights and strategies for leaders looking to reduce drama and foster accountability within their teams. Her dynamic and practical approach makes her a sought-after speaker and consultant, helping organizations navigate the complexities of modern leadership with clarity and confidence.
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