Topic: Stop Hesitating, Start Doing: Simple Habits to Build Confidence, Motivation, and Momentum 

Date: Friday, January 23rd

Time: 8:30 AM to 10 AM

Description: 

We all know what we should do—yet hesitation, doubt, and distraction often get in the way. In this fast-paced, interactive session, discover simple, science-based strategies to overcome hesitation, silence negative self-talk, and build habits that drive consistent action and confidence. Drawing inspiration from Mel Robbins’ bestselling books The 5 Second Rule and The High 5 Habit, Angela Berns shares practical tools you can use personally and professionally to spark motivation, courage, and momentum—whether leading a team, delivering a presentation, or tackling your next big goal. Key Takeaway: Learn how to shift from hesitation to action and from self-doubt to self-belief—and help others do the same.

Learning Objectives: 1) Identify common thought patterns that cause hesitation and inaction in daily work; 2) Apply simple cognitive tools and micro-habits to increase confidence and motivation; 3) Integrate these techniques into coaching, training, and performance strategies to help others take decisive, meaningful action.

Facilitator Bio: 

Angela Berns, CVA, CAVS is an accomplished workforce and volunteer services leader, consultant, and trainer with more than 18 years of experience advancing people, culture, and organizational performance across healthcare, nonprofit, and community sectors. As a national consultant, she partners with hospitals, associations, and community organizations to strengthen engagement strategies, modernize volunteer programs, and design leadership development and recognition initiatives that align with today’s workforce expectations.

Known for her ability to connect purpose with performance, Angela helps organizations cultivate meaningful engagement - whether through employees or volunteers - that drives learning, retention, and lasting impact. She believes the most successful teams thrive where people feel valued, capable, and connected to something greater than themselves.

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The purpose of the Non-Profit SIG is to serve our communities and enhance engagement with Iowa nonprofit organizations by offering high-quality leadership and professional development at little to no cost to individuals who work for non-profits. It is currently free to all nonprofit professionals, regardless of whether they have a membership with ATD. 

Please forward this invitation to nonprofit professionals who might be interested!

The Non-Profit SIG meets every fourth Friday of each month from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Meetings are held virtually via Zoom. 

The Nonprofit Special Interest Group (SIG) is hosted by Thom Powell (thomleader@outlook.com) and Alicia Vermeer (alicia@cyconcepts.org). If you have any questions, comments or ideas for the SIG, please connect with one of them.

Cost: FREE