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Kristel Bauer

Corporate Wellness Expert; TEDx Speaker; Host of Top 1% Podcast "Live Greatly”; Forbes 2021 Top 10 Influencer; Contributing Writer for Entrepreneur

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Biography

Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness expert, popular keynote and TEDx speaker, and the host of top-rated podcast, “Live Greatly,” a show frequently ranked in the top 1% for self-improvement. Kristel is an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant with clinical experience in Integrative Psychiatry, giving her a unique perspective into optimizing mental well-being and attaining a mindset for more happiness and success in the workplace and beyond. Kristel decided to leave clinical practice in 2019 when she founded her wellness platform “Live Greatly” to share her message around well-being and success on a larger scale. With a mission to support companies and individuals on their journeys for more happiness, success, and well-being, Kristel taps into her unique background in healthcare, business, and media, to provide invaluable insights into high power habits, leadership development, mental well-being, peak performance, resilience, sales, success, wellness at work, and a modern approach to work/life balance. Read More >

Kristel is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. A popular speaker on a variety of topics, Kristel has presented to groups at APMP, Bank of America, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. She has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine, has contributed to CEOWORLD Magazine & Real Leaders Magazine, and has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4’s WDAF-TV’s Great Day KC and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Chicago area with her husband and their 2 children. She can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. Read Less ^

Speaker Videos

TEDx: Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World

Work-Life Integration: Thriving Personally & Professionally

Corporate Wellness and Self-Care

Speech Topics

3 Pillars to Success for Sales Teams, Companies & Group Leaders Using a Unique Blend of Authenticity, Psychology & Science

In this Keynote, Kristel shares invaluable insights from her experience in Integrative Psychiatry, business and the media space to put your company and team ahead of the curve. You will discover 3 pillars that support optimal leadership and successful sales teams. You will walk away with strategies to utilize your unique strengths, boost confidence, get into an empowering mindset, successfully build connection, effectively communicate and more. Kristel will share the keys as to how she went from being a novice podcaster with a minimal network to being featured in Forbes, having live TV appearances, and having celebrities, top CEOs and Olympians as guests on her show. Kristel receives pitches on a regular basis and she will share personal stories and a look into what works and what doesn’t when it comes to communicating in a way that results in success and an optimal outcome.

Turn Hearing the Word "No" in Business & Sales Into Your Friend, Not Your Enemy

Kristel has heard the word no a lot in her career. When she left clinical practice as a medical practitioner in 2019 to enter into the media space, she was entering into the unknown. As she built her platforms, she heard “no” in different forms and fashions quite often. She realized early on that in order to be successful she needed to embrace this word, to make friends with it and use it as feedback and motivation to fuel her forward toward her goals. In this keynote, you and your team will gain a life changing perspective shift to drive you and your company towards success and prosperity. Kristel will share stories from her career where a no turned into career changing yes and a look into how that happened. You will learn how to overcome the fear of rejection, discover the keys to embracing a growth mindset and uncover the importance of getting creative. You will discover how to build resiliency and self-confidence, why patience & persistence are so important as well as the secret sauce that can be a game changer in business and sales.

Wellness at Work: Strategies for Establishing a Healthy & Vibrant Company Culture

In this keynote, Kristel will share tips and strategies to create a work environment where employees can thrive. You will learn how to enhance communication skills using active listening, body language and tips to create a community where employees feel valued. You will discover how to enhance emotional intelligence and empathy while supporting a growth mindset. You will discover stress management practices such as mindfulness, incorporating self-care into the workday and lifestyle tips for optimal health and wellbeing.

How to Increase Emotional Intelligence & Empathy For Optimal Communication, Connection & Leadership

Emotional Intelligence and empathy are keys for having happy employees, customers and teams that feel valued. They are necessary skills for optimizing communication and having successful leadership and management teams with optimal problem solving and success. Research has shown that organizations promoting emotional intelligence have higher employee engagement & productivity. This translates to a positive correlation between emotional intelligence & sales revenue and customer loyalty, resulting in increased profitability. In this keynote Kristel will share tangible ways to improve you and your team’s emotional intelligence & empathy to create a strong sense of community, connection and well-being within your company culture.

Redefine Work-Life Balance & Thrive Personally & Professionally

Learn how to thrive personally and professionally whether working remotely or in the office. Discover tools to improve well-being and boost productivity, allowing you to thoroughly enjoy your work and home life.

Self-Care Practices To Transform the Way You Work & Live For a Healthier & Happier You

“I don’t have time” is a frequent struggle holding you back from feeling your best. Discover approachable ways to support optimal mental and physical health while also boosting your performance!

Own 3 Powerful Words to Get Into a Mindset for Success

Learn how to let go of limiting beliefs, reclaim your power, and step into a leadership position.

Eat to Optimize Your Mood & Health to Uncover More Happiness & Vitality

What you eat is significantly impacting your mental and physical well-being. Learn about the gut-brain connection and how to eat to optimize your mood and boost energy and vitality!

Reframing Your Internal Story for More Happiness & Fulfillment at Work & In Life

We all have experienced that inner critic holding us back. That voice telling us that we aren't good enough, that we will fail, that we should give up. This keynote will help you build awareness about your internal dialogue and self-talk, identifying where it is holding you back. You will then discover tools to build a growth mindset so that your internal voice can become an ally helping you move in the direction of personal & professional development, fulfillment and success.

Testimonials

“It was an absolute pleasure working with Kristel earlier this year. Beyond her fantastic credentials, her immediate care, kindness, and dedication to working with us to create a meaningful event for our company was outstanding. The event was "Reframe Your Internal Story for More Happiness and Fulfillment” and the feedback was excellent. Kristel is inspiring, thoughtful, and was a perfect addition to our Women's History Month celebration. I hope to work with Kristel in the future and certainly enjoy her daily posts for an added boost of confidence and energy to my day!”

- Santander Bank

"Ms. Kristel Bauer presented the morning keynote address to the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) National Capitol Area (NCA) Chapter’s annual Mid-Atlantic Conference (MAC) on 12 October 2022. This was the NCA Chapter’s first in-person MAC since 2019. Her opening keynote address on "Reduce Stress & Thrive Personally and Professionally with Work/Life Integration” was incredibly timely and needed given all that we have been through over the last 3 years. Her messages resonated with our audience and set the stage for a great day of education and networking with colleagues and friends in our industry. Kristel was so easy-going, and an immense pleasure to work with from the first days of reaching out to check her interest and availability for this event; through the planning and preparation of the event; and then culminating in a spot-on kick-off to our MAC 2022. We highly recommend that other organizations looking for an excellent speaker with a message of how to live and thrive successfully reach out to Kristel."

- Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP)

“I had the opportunity to hear Kristel's inspirational message at the Vision Source Exchange and WOW! As a fellow heath care professional, she was able to perfectly blend real life challenges of knowing yourself with science to help me really understand my own challenges in a way that shows me I can make changes to bring more happiness into my own life. Because of Kristel's message, I will be a stronger leader of my team, a more compassionate doctor to my patients and, most importantly, a better husband and dad. How do you thank someone for that? My advice is that if you have an opportunity to bring Kristel Bauer to your team, you should take it.”

- CEO of Leadership OD

"Ms. Kristel Bauer presented the morning keynote address to the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) National Capitol Area (NCA) Chapter’s annual Mid-Atlantic Conference (MAC). This was the NCA Chapter’s first in-person MAC since 2019. Her opening keynote address on 'Reduce Stress & Thrive Personally and Professionally with Work/Life Integration' was incredibly timely and needed given all that we have been through over the last 3 years. Her messages resonated with our audience and set the stage for a great day of education and networking with colleagues and friends in our industry. Kristel was so easy-going, and an immense pleasure to work with from the first days of reaching out to check her interest and availability for this event; through the planning and preparation of the event; and then culminating in a spot-on kick-off to our MAC 2022. We highly recommend that other organizations looking for an excellent speaker with a message of how to live and thrive successfully reach out to Kristel."

- Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP)

“From the second I met Kristel, she displayed the perfect combination of confidence, warmth and overall professionalism. Kristel arrived early and was extremely prepared! When it was time to hit the stage, Kristel did exactly what we hoped for and more – she owned the room and it was very obvious that the attendees were extremely engaged. We hope that we have the opportunity to work with Kristel again, we highly recommend her!”

- Quest Mindshare

“I greatly enjoyed Kristel's recent presentation at the Quirks Insight conference in Chicago. I'm A-type by nature, so attended every possible session and Kristel's was one of the most inspiring, uplifting, yet soothing talks! I'm no stranger to health and wellness working in the healthcare arena, yet, Kristel's talk was erudite, clear, and thought provoking throughout. I particularly enjoyed her touching on various practical interventions to boost one's inner well being, but in addition, branching that out to influence positively all those around you, from corporate teams, clients, and other customers. At the end of the day, as Kristel emphasized so well, there is a positive synergy between self nurturing and optimally impacting others. I would highly recommend her as an expert and positive influencer in this space.”

- President DiCicco Research

"It has been a delight to work with Kristel on the development of our Personal Wellbeing elearning course. Kristel brings a unique, holistic perspective to this subject which has engaged our clients with many plaudits. In addition, we have had the good fortune of Kristel presenting to our clients across the globe and her expertise, enthusiasm and authenticity have been so evident."

- Chief Executive Officer at Cardinus Risk Management

“Kristel gave an excellent presentation on Self Care to the annual General Mills Women in Marketing event. This could not have come at a better time as our women have dealt with multiple stressors over the past year and a half. One director stated: ‘LOVED the self-care session! Such great, practical tips. Thanks WIM team for bringing this speaker in!’ The tips associated with multiple aspects of care, important self-reflection questions, and effective hands on practice provided relevant instruction that our members can incorporate into their daily lives.”

- General Mills, Inc.

“Kristel Bauer is the best at what she does. Kristel connects with her audience and makes sure that everyone receives a transformation in her presence. I am so grateful that she was a part of my retreat, She helped make my event a success. Thanks, Kristel for being you!”

- Founder Womenpreneurs Breaking Barriers, Online Leadership Development Agency

"We initially invited Kristel as a guest lecturer for our PA program. As a graduate of the program, and the additional training in integrative medicine, she offered a unique perspective to our students. Given her focus on mindfulness and wellness every time she taught, we invited her back to specially teach that to students, faculty and staff. The tools she provides are invaluable, and she can speak from the point of view of a fellow healthcare provider as well."

- Jason Radke MMs, PA-C

"Kristel’s passion for health and wellness was evident during her series of presentations for RFU staff, faculty and students. Her talks provided attendees with helpful strategies and resources that could easily be incorporated in their daily lives. Kristel is easy to work with and her energy is contagious!"

- Assistant Director of Academic Support at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

"Kristel Bauer, PA-C presented a mind and body wellness seminar for our members. She delivered a smooth, evidenced-based presentation, complete with practical 'how-to' activities and recommendations. It was clear that Kristel had spent a great deal of time preparing for her presentation. She was passionate about the topic and our members enjoyed her advice! Thanks, Kristel!"

- Anita See, PA-C, President-Elect of Illinois Academy of Pas

"As a 2nd year PA Student about to enter a career in the middle of a pandemic, Kristel's stress management/lifestyle lectures were a wonderful complement to my education. She is a champion of integrative medicine and boosted my arsenal of wellness modalities which I hope to incorporate for both my future patients and self. Her demonstration of techniques during lecture, such as Progressive Muscle Relaxation, also make her talks fun and interactive!"

- Kevin Quizon MS, PA-C

"I had the pleasure of learning from Kristel several times throughout PA school. She provided in person lectures and virtual presentations on lifestyle and stress management during COVID-19. Kristel was an excellent speaker and her presentations were well organized, easy to follow, thoughtful and informative. I am glad I was able to participate!"

- Hannah Hazlewood MS, PA-C

Books & Media

Media

Live Greatly Podcast