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
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Be Happy. Work Happy.
Because Happy People Make Good Things Happen
Happy people don’t just feel better—they work better.
In this high-energy, interactive keynote, Certified Speaking Professional Kim Hodous shows audiences how happiness directly impacts engagement, communication, resilience, and results. Through a powerful combination of research, storytelling, humor, and audience participation, Kim demonstrates how Energy, Connection, and Habits work together to create happier people and stronger teams.
This isn’t about forced positivity or pretending life is perfect. It’s about understanding how your energy affects a room, how meaningful connections strengthen culture, and how small daily habits create sustainable performance.
Kim shares practical, research-backed strategies people can implement immediately—without adding more to an already full plate.
Audiences leave energized, encouraged, and equipped with simple tools that help them feel better, work better, and contribute to a more positive and productive workplace.
Audiences walk away with:
- Practical habits that increase happiness and resilience
- Simple ways to boost energy, connection, and morale
- Tools for creating a more positive workplace culture
- A mindset shift that turns happiness into a performance advantage
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BE HAPPY. LEAD HAPPY.
Because Happy Leaders Get Results, Not Resistance
Leadership is about more than strategy. It’s about the energy, attitude, and habits leaders bring to their teams every day.
In this engaging, research-backed keynote, Certified Speaking Professional Kim Hodous shows leaders how happiness influences trust, engagement, communication, and performance. Through powerful stories, practical tools, audience interaction, and plenty of laughter, Kim demonstrates how leaders create culture through the way they show up.
Grounded in her core framework of Energy, Connection, and Habits, this session helps leaders understand how their mindset and behaviors influence morale, buy-in, and results. Participants discover simple, practical ways to strengthen relationships, increase engagement, and create environments where people want to contribute and succeed.
This isn’t about toxic positivity or pretending life is perfect. It’s about understanding that happiness is a strategic leadership advantage. When leaders are happy, teams thrive—and results follow.
Audiences leave energized, encouraged, and equipped with practical strategies they can use immediately to lead with greater intention, influence, and impact.
Audiences walk away with:
- Leadership habits that increase trust and engagement
- Practical ways to strengthen connection and morale
- Insight into how their energy influences team culture
- Simple strategies for creating happier, higher-performing teams
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LIVE HAPPY. STAY ENERGIZED.
Leading and Living Without Running on Empty
You can’t create a happy life when you’re constantly running on empty.
In this encouraging, practical, and research-backed keynote, Kim Hodous shows audiences how managing their energy is one of the most important investments they can make in their happiness, well-being, and performance.
Rather than offering unrealistic formulas for work-life balance, Kim shares simple, sustainable strategies that help people manage stress, clarify priorities, and create more capacity for what matters most. Through engaging stories, humor, audience interaction, and practical tools, participants discover how small shifts in mindset, habits, and daily choices can dramatically impact how they feel and function.
This session isn’t about doing less. It’s about living with greater intention and using your energy wisely so you can fully engage in the people, experiences, and opportunities that matter most.
Because happiness, resilience, and fulfillment are difficult to sustain when we’re constantly running on empty.
Audiences leave feeling refreshed, encouraged, and equipped with practical strategies they can use immediately to increase their energy, protect their well-being, and create a healthier, happier life.
Audiences walk away with:
- Practical strategies to increase energy and reduce overwhelm
- Tools for managing stress and increasing resilience
- Greater clarity around priorities and boundaries
- Simple habits that support happiness, balance, and sustainability
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CREATING A HAPPIER LIFE THROUGH BETTER HABITS
Simple Little Shifts™ That Create Lasting Happiness
Happiness isn’t something we stumble into. It’s something we build.
In this engaging, practical, and research-backed keynote, Kim Hodous reveals how small daily habits shape our happiness, energy, confidence, and overall quality of life. Rather than focusing on willpower, motivation, or massive life overhauls, Kim introduces her Simple Little Shifts™ framework—a realistic approach to creating meaningful change that actually lasts.
Participants discover why some habits stick while others disappear, how tiny actions create powerful momentum, and why consistency matters more than perfection. Through relatable stories, humor, audience interaction, and practical tools, Kim shows how small changes can lead to extraordinary results over time.
Because happiness isn’t something we find. It’s something we build—one simple shift at a time.
Audiences leave feeling empowered, encouraged, and equipped with a clear roadmap for creating positive change and greater happiness in their lives.
Participants will walk away with:
- A simple framework for building habits that last
- Practical tools for creating positive change without overwhelm
- Strategies for increasing happiness, energy, and momentum
- Greater confidence in their ability to create the life they want
Ideal for:
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.