Nick DeStefano

Helping new managers become A.W.E.S.O.M.E. leaders, because kindness isn’t soft it's your superpower

Travels from Myrtle Beach SC, USA

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Speaks on:

Employee Engagement

Emotional Leadership

Leadership Development

Personal Growth

Team Leadership

Formats:

Roundtable

Workshop


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Nick captivates audiences with his genuine, engaging presentations that transform how people approach leadership and personal growth. He weaves personal stories and interactive activities into his talks, creating a space where attendees feel comfortable enough to embrace vulnerability and self-discovery. Participants consistently describe his sessions as "invaluable" and "awesome," leaving feeling enlightened and empowered with practical strategies they can implement immediately. His unique ability to blend insightful content with relatable delivery makes him sought-after by organizations wanting to inspire teams and foster deeper connections through improved communication and resilience.
Key Audience Outcomes
  • Participants gained actionable strategies for improving communication and leadership skills.

  • Attendees felt more equipped to create inclusive and supportive environments for diverse individuals.

  • Individuals felt inspired to practice self-reflection and vulnerability to foster deeper connections with themselves and others.

  • Participants felt motivated to implement practical tips for managing stress and building resilience in their daily lives.

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Nick's Bio

Nick D is a leadership speaker and kindness coach who helps organizations create thriving, people-first cultures by equipping new managers to lead with trust, heart, and humor. With a background in healthcare and education, Nick brings 14 years of experience, a TEDx talk, and training delivered to the New York Giants, Allstate, and national healthcare systems. His A.W.E.S.O.M.E. Leadership framework empowers managers to spark engagement, reduce burnout, and make leadership feel human again.

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Nick Offers the Following Talks

Leadership DevelopmentPersonal Growth

From Anxious to A.W.E.S.O.M.E.: A Leadership Framework for New Managers

  • Leaders will build trust faster using a simple method to create psychological safety and deeper connection with their teams.

  • Communicate with clarity and kindness by practicing tools that encourage accountability without crushing morale.

  • Increase engagement and retention by learning how to recognize and grow strengths in themselves and their team members.

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Employee EngagementEmotional Leadership

Leading with Kindness: How Empathy Drives Performance

  • After attending, your leaders will know how to strengthen team performance by applying empathy-based strategies that reduce stress and increase motivation.

  • Handle tough conversations with confidence using kind, direct language that builds trust instead of tension.

  • Create a culture of belonging where people feel valued, heard, and inspired to give their best work.

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Team LeadershipEmployee Engagement

Engage, Inspire, Repeat: The Joyful Science of Building AWESOME Teams

  • Leaders who attend will learn how to drive day-to-day engagement with proven techniques that make meetings more meaningful, feedback more fun, and goals more motivating.

  • They'll learn how to Boost morale and team spirit by learning how to celebrate progress, not just perfection.

  • They will build a rhythm of recognition and accountability that keeps teams aligned, energized, and excited to tackle what’s next.

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