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I can help you Amplify Your Awesome at Work!
Inspiring professionals to lead, grow, and thrive—without losing themselves in the process.
Dr. Wanda Pemberton is an accomplished organizational psychologist, leadership strategist, and speaker who helps mid-career professionals and mission-driven organizations amplify performance through purpose, presence, and personal brand power.
With more than 25 years in the federal sector and deep expertise in leadership development, employee engagement, and career strategy, she brings research, real talk, and results to every stage.
Signature Keynotes
Amplify Your Awesome: The Power of Personal Branding for Career Acceleration
Discover how to elevate your visibility and credibility in any organization by aligning your strengths, story, and strategy. Perfect for professionals ready to stand out authentically and advance with intention and strategy.
Success Without Burnout: Positive Psychology Strategies for High-Performing Professionals
Practical, science-based tools for sustaining success while protecting your energy, focus, and joy at work. Ideal for organizations focused on employee well-being, retention, and resilience.
Leading Through Change: Engaging & Retaining Talent in the Hybrid Workplace
Equip leaders with actionable frameworks for fostering connection, trust, and growth amid transformation. Designed for academia, STEM environments, and forward-thinking teams navigating the new world of work.
Maybe It’s Not Imposter Syndrome: 5 Ways to Spot a Toxic Work Environment
What if the problem isn’t your confidence—but your culture? In this eye-opening talk, Dr. Pemberton helps professionals distinguish between self-doubt and systemic dysfunction. Learn how to identify the subtle signs of toxicity, protect your confidence, and reclaim your power so you can thrive—not just survive—at work. Ideal for organizations focused on psychological safety, employee engagement, and retention.
Why Audiences Love Dr. Pemberton
- Engaging and relatable. Real-world stories meet actionable science.
- Evidence-based. Grounded in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Positive Psychology, and Clifton Strengths findings.
- Transformational. Participants leave inspired and equipped to act.
- Tailored experiences. Every keynote is customized for your audience and industry context.
Speaker Promise
“I help people participate in their own rescue and begin to see themselves differently—once you rediscover your brilliance, you can’t play small anymore.”
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