ABOUT ME: Dr. Barbara S. Talley

THE ENTREPRENEUR

Lifelong Learners,

Throughout my 70 years of this unfolding drama we call life, I’ve had the privilege of playing many diverse roles. As an independent author, I’ve published six books. I’ve also worked as a consultant, business owner, keynote speaker, adjunct college professor, poet, and trainer for associations, as well as for the government and private industry. However, my most cherished roles have been—and continue to be—a devoted wife of 44 years, a proud mother of six, and a doting grandmother to many precious souls.

Recently, I took a six-year hiatus from paid work to dedicate myself to the ARISE movement. During this time, I stepped into various roles: conference planner, web designer, graphic designer, video editor, tech support, trailblazer, and race unity activist. Now, as I seek to return to the services that allowed me to “earn a livelihood by my calling,” I invite you to join me in this exciting next chapter. Check out my service work in uniting humanity by working towards healing and eliminating prejudices.

Although registration is now closed, check out these three powerful relationship-building courses I have offered in the past. These courses focus on personal development, effective communication, and nurturing meaningful connections. If you’d like to schedule something for your team, association, community, or organization, contact me.

"Thus to earn a livelihood is a spiritual obligation, and one should not consciously place oneself in a position where one would have to beg others for material support." UHJ 1 July 1993 – [To an individual]

Those who have frequented my circles have probably heard me say that I don't go to bed at night unless I've learned something different that day. I love learning and I know many of you do too. So, through the pandemic and activism work, I've continued learning, practicing, and giving information away. I also have training in Gallup Strengths, Generative Leadership, Psych-K, Brain-Gym, Appreciative Inquiry, and Brain-based Conversational Skills with the NeuroLeadership Institute.

I became HeartMath(TM) Certified in 2018. In my HeartMath classes, you’ll learn evidence-based practices that reduce stress, enhance emotional well-being, and boost physical health. I hope you will consider registering for one of my Emotional Resilience workshops, and make an investment in yourself as you take a transformative journey toward greater balance and resilience! 💖

1. Stress Reduction: Learn powerful techniques to manage stress and anxiety. HeartMath practices help regulate your heart rate variability, promoting a calm and centered state even during challenging moments.
2. Emotional Resilience: Develop emotional intelligence and resilience. HeartMath empowers you to navigate emotions effectively, fostering better relationships and enhancing overall well-being.
3. Enhanced Focus and Clarity: Discover how to synchronize your heart and brain for optimal cognitive function. Improved focus, clarity, and decision-making are natural outcomes of HeartMath practices.
4. Boosted Physical Health: HeartMath positively impacts your physical health by balancing the autonomic nervous system. It supports cardiovascular health, immune function, and overall vitality.
5. Increased Energy and Vitality: By aligning your heart rhythms, you’ll experience increased energy levels and a sense of vitality. HeartMath techniques recharge your inner battery.

AGILITY Certified (2024)

As a certified trainer for Tracom’s Agility Certified program, this workshop combines innovation, adaptability, and practical execution to prepare attendees to create a culture of growth and resilience.

1. Innovative Thinking
2. Enhanced Creativity
3. Market Agility
4. Proactive Mindset
5. Practical Execution

RESILIENCE Certified (2021)

As a certified trainer for Tracom’s Resilience Certified program, I teach practical strategies for resilience by helping them learn how to overcome their negativity biases and embrace change.

1. Increased Productivity
2. Enhanced Employee
3. Stress Reduction
4. Positive Mindset
5. Effective Facilitation Skills

BEHAVIORAL EQ Certified (2023)

As a certified trainer for Tracom’s Behavioral EQ Certified program, I am equipped to teach emotional intelligence using multi-rater profiles, which will enhance communication, leadership, and collaboration.

1. Better understand emotions
2. Improve leadership ability
3. Foster a culture of collaboration
4. Enhance culture and improve engagement
5. Develop resilience and self-awareness, leading to greater job satisfaction.

I have self-published six books and written another twenty waiting to be published—and the count continues...