Speaking
Whether she is talking to industry leaders, parents, or students, Kristin’s stories keep the audience engaged and walking away wanting to hear more.
Kristin, our members absolutely loved your presentation. You sparked so many good conversations after the meeting and we cannot wait to have you back next year.
Jen L. - National Charity League
KRISTIN SPEAKS ON THE FOLLOWING CAREER TOPICS:
Ideal for audiences of 20-somethings just starting their career, and any organization with 20-something employees
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Audience: 20 somethings new to their career and wanting to improve their career happiness, HR professionals, Companies, Government Agencies, Professional Organizations, Small Business Organizations, and any organization with 20 something employees.
Kristin Clark is not your typical career coach. She’s a no-nonsense, high-energy speaker who shakes up the way people think about their careers. If you’re early in your career (or just stuck in the wrong one), Kristin is the person who will tell you what no one else does—how to take control, stop waiting for permission, and build a career that actually makes you excited to get out of bed on Mondays.
Be Career Courageous: The Secrets to Loving Mondays and Owning Your Career
What if you could stop dreading Mondays and start calling the shots in your career? Kristin takes you on a bold (and hilarious) journey through the untold truths of career success - no fluff, no corporate jargon, just real-world strategies you can use now.
Through relatable stories (yes, including some early-career faceplants you’ll totally recognize), Kristin reveals insider secrets no one teaches you about evolving your career with confidence.
You’ll learn:
How to take charge—stop grabbing for just any opportunity and start directing your career
Why strengths matter—and how to use yours as a shortcut to success
The secret to managing your boss - by giving them what they need, not just what they ask for
How to silence self-doubt—and go after the opportunities you actually want
Kristin’s talks aren’t just motivating - they’re packed with practical, real-world stories and strategies you can act on immediately. No more waiting. No more hoping. It’s time to own your career.
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Audience: 20-somethings early to their career, college students getting ready to launch, Colleges, HR professionals, Companies, Government Agencies, Professional Organizations, Small Business Organizations and any organization with 20 something employees.
Let’s be honest - most 20-somethings are thrown into the workforce with a degree, a laptop, and zero idea how any of it actually works.
In this no-fluff, straight-talking session, Kristin Clark drops the career truths no one puts on a job description. We’re talking real talk like: recognizing when the job is not a good fit, there is no such thing as a perfect workplace, and how to manage up to your boss
Through bold stories, unfiltered insights, and practical takeaways, Kristin helps early-career professionals stop waiting for permission and start controlling their careers with clarity and guts.
This talk is about knowing when to speak up, learning to play smart, owning your value, and communicating what you want from day one.
Perfect for college-to-career programs, new hire cohorts, internship wrap-ups, and any event that wants to stop sugarcoating and start actually helping young professionals thrive.
Ideal for parents of teens and young adults
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Let’s cut to it—your kid doesn’t need protection from the “real world.” They need to prepare for it.
Being Career Courageous means getting real about what actually sets teens up for success:
Soft skills over straight A’s
Part-time jobs that build more than paychecks
Conversations about career planning that doesn’t make everyone’s eyes glaze over
In this bold, eye-opening talk, Kristin Clark lays down the truths most parents haven’t heard about why having a job in high school & college is one of the best things a kid can do (spoiler: research proves it), and why now is the time to start talking about careers, not later.
This isn’t about locking your teen into a life plan. It’s about giving them the tools, confidence, and experience to build one when it counts.
If you want to raise a teen who’s confident, capable, and not afraid of what comes next,
it’s time to Be Career Courageous.
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Audience: Parents of 16 to 20-year-olds
Here’s something parents say that’s tanking kids’ confidence faster than you can stream Office Space:
“Teens can’t possibly make career decisions at this age.”
We are willing to spend $100k+ and send them off to college, but we’re still telling smart, capable teens they aren’t able to make career decisions. No wonder they’re stressed, checked out, and panicked.
Through real stories of teens who stopped avoiding conversations about careers and started creating futures they are excited about, Kristin shows parents how to help their kids tap into their natural strengths, build confidence, and make career decisions they actually feel good about.
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College costs are through the roof, leaving families wondering - Is college worth it?
Spoiler: Sometimes yes. Sometimes no.
In this straight-talking, data-backed session, Kristin Clark breaks down when college is the right move for your teen and when it’s just a very expensive detour. It’s not about pushing college or ditching it. It’s about doing what’s smart.
You’ll walk away with:
What’s the income difference between grads and non-grads (and when does it pay off)?
How do we measure the ROI of any education path, whether it’s college, trade school, or something totally different and make sure our kid is on the one that fits them?
What’s the #1 factor that determines whether your teen thrives or flounders in their future? (Hint: It’s not GPA.)
No fluff. No guilt. Just facts, strategy, and a practical lens for making one of the biggest decisions your family will face.
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Audience: High School Administrators, Counselors, Teachers, Mental Health Professionals and other groups that work with teens
We’ve been focused on making teens “college ready” for decades
But if 30% of them drop out before sophomore year, maybe it’s time to ask: Are we doing this right?
In this fast-paced and insightful session, Kristin Clark challenges the traditional definition of “college-ready” and offers a more relevant, student-centered approach: one that includes career clarity, soft skills, self-awareness, and real-world readiness into the conversation now, not later.
We’ll explore:
Why so many students are disengaged, undecided, and underprepared for life after high school
How we can stop sending the message that college is the only path to success
Practical ways to help students build confidence, explore career paths early, and take ownership of their future
Because college-ready shouldn’t just mean they got in.
It should mean they’re ready for what comes next.
Ideal for Companies, Associations, Employee Development Training, and any teams who want more engaged employees.
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Learn to love yourself and your talents through the CliftonStrength assessment. Kristin can help your team or organization learn about this program through interactive workshops, 1:1, and team coaching.
Student Based Organizations
Parent Groups
Corporate Teams & Organizations
Book Kristin For Your Next Event
Audiences: 20-somethings
Audiences: Parents of Teens
Kristin’s authentic and engaging speaking style is a great fit for your next event or conference
Kristin is warm and engaging and uses real experiences to relate to her audience.
Janette H, FAA
We loved having Kristin Clark speak to our young men. The boys were so engaged! We are looking forward to future events with you.
Kristin H. - Young Men’s Service League
Kristin is easy to work with too!
Kristin was incredibly reachable! I was impressed with how quickly she responded and how easy it was to communicate with her during all phases of the event. Her ability to adjust based on our needs encouraged my decision to promptly schedule a date for her presentation!
Kay F, YMSL
