Faking it works. That’s the problem.
But real connection begins where performance ends.
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“There's a calm demeanor about Edie…a joy and relatable presence.
Audiences will gravitate toward her because she's real.”
— Dr. Lizette Warner, Trust and Leadership Coaching
Meet Edie
Edie helps people stop performing who they think they should be and start showing up honestly, so they can build real trust, confidence, and connection.
Her work comes from years inside organizations - coaching leaders and teams through conflict, communication breakdowns, and the moments that require collaboration.
Her approach is direct, practical, and grounded in real-life experience—not theory. She challenges audiences to rethink how they show up and have the conversations most people avoid.
The result is simple: less performing, more honesty, and teams that finally connect and engage.
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Edie helps audiences see why faking it is costing them the very things they want most, and that honesty is what actually creates confidence, trust, and connection.
After Hearing Edie Speak,
Your Audience will:
Speak up sooner and with more confidence
Give direct feedback without overexplaining
Tell the truth (even when uncomfortable).
Build trust and connection faster.
Address tension head-on instead of working around it.
Don’t wait another month with teams that are disconnected and holding back in conversations that matter.
Interested in working with Edie?
Edie’s Keynote Topic
Faking it: The One Thing Holding You Back is the One Thing Everyone’s Doing
People are performing in conversations that matter. Holding back, editing themselves, trying to be accepted instead of honest. It looks professional, but it quietly creates mistrust, miscommunication, and teams that never fully connect.
Edie helps people stop managing how they’re perceived and start saying what’s true. That shift builds real confidence, stronger relationships, and lasting trust. People leave knowing how to be honest in the moments they usually avoid.
Honesty isn’t the risk. It’s the Advantage.
Edie Kay is a Powerful fit for organizations and teams that rely on strong communication and trust to perform. Groups where capable people are holding back or avoiding honest conversations.
If trust or clarity is off, this work fits.
IDEAL AUDIENCES
Corporate
Leadership Teams
Mid-level Leaders & Emerging Managers
Sales &
Client-facing Teams
Associations &
Professional Communities
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If you are looking for a Keynote Speaker who will give your audience an experience, not a lecture, book Edie today. Your audience will feel seen, understood and motivated to make a change.
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