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LB Adams

Using theatre strategies to build better communication, one conversation at a time.

Travels from Charleston SC, USA

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Speaks on:

Authentic Leadership

Communication

Personal Growth

Teamwork

AI for Business

Executive Communication

Speaks to:

Associations & Membership Orgs

Corporate Teams & Enterprises

Other / Cross-Industry

Arts & Culture

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Keynote

Breakout

Workshop

Training

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Forbes Contributor
Entrepreneur Contributor

Audience members say

Generated by Talkadot based on 355 audience feedback

LB captivates audiences with her engaging style, transforming complex leadership concepts into clear, actionable strategies. She connects deeply with leaders through personal, relevant content that participants call "extremely effective," delivering communication tools that resonate in both professional and personal settings. Her interactive sessions empower women in leadership to overcome fears and recognize their value, while her humor and role-play elements ensure the learning sticks. Attendees leave motivated and equipped with practical takeaways to foster positive team environments and boost their confidence as leaders.
Key Audience Outcomes

  • Participants gained actionable strategies to improve daily communication.

  • Attendees learned to re-evaluate their communication with team members to foster a positive team environment.

  • Participants developed a deeper understanding of their fears and failures, enabling them to build a more robust future for themselves and their teams.

  • Attendees discovered how to use language to boost their confidence and leadership capabilities.

Generated by Talkadot based on 355 audience feedback

LB's Bio

LB Adams is an award winning speaker and communication coach. She is a TedX speaker, DisruptHR speaker, national TEDx coach & three times TEDx emcee. LB is a former actor and shark-diving scuba instructor who spent years in corporate America, and using the skills and strategies she learned in the theatre, was able to move through executive leadership positions. As CEO of Practical Dramatics, she's connected theatre strategies and corporate training to bring bright, humorous, and engaging learning events to organizations and teams. She is a Contributor to Forbes and Entrepreneur, and has worked with a host of companies in the Fortune 100/500. LB consistently delivers tactical and practical skill-building strategies, as well as a perspective that is truly unique. LB is the author of the bestselling book “The Irreverent Guide to Spectacular Communication,” available in print, digital and audio formats.

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LB Offers the Following Talks

AI for BusinessTeamwork

Your Teams Need People AND AI to Succeed

  • Understand how AI can enhance, not replace, team collaboration

  • Learn strategies for maintaining human creativity in the digital age

  • Discover the balance between AI implementation and human-centered business practices

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Public SpeakingPersonal Growth

3 >Easy< Ways to Uplevel Your Public Speaking Skills (and your confidence!)

  • Understand how theatre skills transfer to public speaking

  • Learn techniques for commanding a space as a speaker

  • Apply theatrical principles to everyday communication

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Authentic LeadershipExecutive Communication

Leading With Humor and Impact: The 4 Languages of Great Leadership

  • Understanding how intentional communication fosters understanding, collaboration and alignment within teams.

  • Why embracing the unique perspectives and experiences that humor brings to inspire trust, relatability and connection.

  • How labeling and utilizing specific leadership “languages” enables a greater respect and cohesion among team members.

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CommunicationTeamwork

Beyond Good Communication: Communicating PROFITABLY

  • Affirmation and understanding of what truly is human interpersonal communication.

  • Gain four powerful and empowering language reframes.

  • Implementation of key tactics to mitigate misscommunication.

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45 - 90 minutes

Presentation SkillsPersonal Growth

What I Learned From My Acting Teacher That's Gotten Me Through Life So Far!

  • Translating "theatre skills" into directly relatable to modern life situations.

  • Understanding how everyone, even non-performers, can implement these ideas to help themselves shift perspective and make changes.

  • Incorporating a rehearsal mindset to difficult situations.

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60 - 90 minutes

Authentic LeadershipCommunication

The ROI of LOL: Leading With Humor Without Losing Your Credibility

  • Identify humor's role in building trust and psychological safety within teams.

  • Apply humor strategies to enhance communication, coaching, and leadership.

  • Recognize how humor connects to authenticity and purpose - key ingredients in strong organizational culture.

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45 - 60 minutes

LB's Links and Media Mentions

@thelbadams

@practicaldramatics

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practicaldramatics.com