KIM HODOUS | KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Happier teams. Better results.
Kim delivers research-backed, humor-infused, high-energy keynotes that help teams build happier, healthier work cultures through practical habits of happiness.
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Happiness Is Soft Strategic…
Happiness is often dismissed as a nice-to-have. In reality, it’s tied to the metrics leaders care about – engagement, productivity, retention, and results.
Kim doesn’t just inspire people to “be happier.” She teaches practical, research-backed habits that make happiness repeatable and sustainable.
From the moment Kim took the stage, it was clear that she had done her homework. She understood our mission, our daily challenges, and—most importantly—our why.
Her ability to connect with our audience was truly remarkable. She brought an energy that was both uplifting and contagious, leaving us all feeling empowered and recharged.
Her message was exactly what we needed: a reminder to stay positive, stay engaged, and continue showing up with purpose—not just for our students, but for ourselves.
Amanda Worrick
President, Indiana School Nutrition Association
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Keynote Topics
Choose the keynote that best fits your audience and outcomes.
Be Happy. Work Happy.
Because Happy People Make Good Things Happen
Audiences walk away with:
- Practical habits that increase happiness at work
- Simple ways to boost energy, connection, and morale
- A mindset shift that turns happiness into a results driver
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Simple Little ShiftsTM
How Tiny Habits Create Momentum
We don’t fail at change because we lack motivation.
We fail because we make it too complicated.
In this engaging and highly practical breakout session, Kim teaches her Simple Little ShiftsTM (SLS) framework – a realistic, research-informed approach to designing habits that fit into real life and demanding schedules.
Participants learn how to anchor habits that protect their energy, strengthen connection, and support accountability and productivity – without adding complexity to already full days. Instead of relying on willpower or dramatic overhauls, this session focuses on small, strategic shifts that build consistency and create wonderful momentum over time.
The result? Habits that actually stick – and support both personal well-being and professional performance.
Audiences walk away with:
- A simple, repeatable framework for building habits that last
- Tools for starting small and reducing friction
- Practical strategies to protect energy and strengthen connection
- Clear next steps they can implement immediately
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The Connected Leader
How Relationships Drive Real Results
Leadership isn’t about position or power.
It’s about how you show up for the people around you.
In this warm, engaging keynote, Kim explores the relational side of leadership — the kind that builds trust, strengthens connection, and creates teams that genuinely want to give their best.
Blending research, real-life stories, and practical insight, Kim invites leaders to examine the mindset and habits that shape culture every single day. Participants discover how personal energy influences a room, how small behaviors build (or erode) trust, and how intentional leadership creates results without creating resistance.
This session focuses on leading from the inside out — choosing courage over comfort, connection over control, and consistency over intensity.
Because when leaders lead with intention, people respond with commitment.
Audiences walk away with:
- A deeper understanding of relational influence
- Practical ways to build trust and strengthen connection
- Insight into how their energy impacts culture
- Simple shifts that support sustainable leadership
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Protect Your Energy
Leading and Living Without Running on Empty
Life is full — and for many professionals, balance can feel just out of reach.
In this encouraging and practical breakout session, Kim Hodous explores how protecting your energy is the foundation for sustainable work-life balance and emotional steadiness in high-demand seasons.
Rather than offering unrealistic formulas or quick fixes, Kim shares practical strategies to help participants clarify priorities, manage stress, and maintain a steady internal pace — even when expectations are high.
Through simple shifts in mindset, energy management, and daily choices, attendees learn how to show up fully and stay grounded — at work and at home — without sacrificing what truly counts.
Audiences leave feeling refreshed, supported, and equipped with tools to protect their well-being — without guilt, overwhelm, or running on empty.
Audiences walk away with:
- Simple strategies to reduce stress and increase well-being
- Habits that support balance and sustainability
- Tools to stay energized in demanding environments
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Why Happiness Works
The Cost of Ignoring Happiness
Unhappy employees are disengaged employees and disengagement is more than a nuisance; it’s expensive.
According to Gallup, disengaged employees cost organizations hundreds of billions of dollars each year in lost productivity, absenteeism, and turnover.
Why This Matters for Your Organization
In today’s high-demand workplaces, what teams need is less pressure and better tools.Focusing on happiness helps organizations:
Improve results without burning people out
Increase engagement without adding more to-do’s
Strengthen culture without lowering expectations
What Happens After Kim Speaks
Besides a full heart and sides aching from laughter, audiences leave with:
Practical tools they can use immediately
A shared language around energy, habits, and connection
Renewed momentum that shows up back at work
That’s when happier teams start creating better results.
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FAQs
Is Kim a good fit for our audience (associations, corporate, healthcare, schools)?
Kim is a strong fit for associations and organizations that want more than inspiration. Her keynotes combine research-backed strategies, interactive engagement, and practical habits centered around energy, connection, and culture. Every program is customized so your audience feels seen — not spoken at.
What outcomes can we expect after Kim speaks?
Audiences leave with practical tips they can use immediately, especially around energy, habits, and connection, so the message doesn’t end when the applause does. For leaders and organizations, the goal is simple: better engagement, stronger communication, and a healthier culture that supports performance.
What makes Kim different from other motivational speakers?
Kim Hodous delivers more than inspiration—she gives teams practical tools they can use immediately. Her signature framework of energy, connection, and habits—paired with “simple little shifts”—helps create lasting behavior change, not just a temporary boost. Every keynote is customized through audience insights and pre-event interviews, so it feels personal and relevant. The result is a keynote that drives real impact on workplace culture, communication, and well-being.
How does Kim address burnout and resilience without making the event feel heavy?
Kim approaches burnout and resilience with energy, humor, and real-world practicality. Instead of focusing on what’s wrong, she guides audiences toward simple, actionable shifts that feel doable and uplifting. Her interactive style helps people feel seen without getting stuck in the heaviness. Attendees leave feeling lighter, more in control, and equipped with tools to build resilience every day.
What’s the process for booking Kim?
Once we confirm fit and availability, we’ll send a simple agreement. A 50% deposit reserves your date, with the balance due 7 days before the event.
Is Kim happy ALL the time?
No—and that’s what makes her message relatable. Kim teaches sustainable happiness, not constant positivity, grounded in real life’s ups and downs. Her approach focuses on how to reset, refocus, and move forward—even on hard days. It’s not about being happy all the time—it’s about knowing how to come back to it.