Holly Hoffman

Holly Hoffman

“Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.”

        —Marie Robinson

As we survive life’s challenges, we come face to face with fear and uncertainty. Challenges may allow us to step out of our comfort-zone to push ourselves beyond our own self-limitations.

How we choose to overcome a challenge is what makes us stand apart. Our strength in times of difficulty prove our character and self-worth.

As Holly share’s her experience of being on a reality show, she will encourage you to think about how you might decide to survive daily.

Holly will inspire you to think about six words to develop your survival skills. With Holly’s six simple words, you will be able to take on any challenge with which you are faced.

Adversity is not so much contending with problems as it is learning more about who you really are, and what is inside of you.

Join me in welcoming Holly Hoffman, to explore what are your, true survival skills.

 

Holly’s Biography

“Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.” Marie Robinson

Holly Hoffman was the last remaining member of the Espada Tribe and the last woman standing on Season 21 of CBS’ hit reality show “Survivor Nicaragua”. Through that experience, and others throughout her life, Holly was inspired to share her message of survival.

A professional motivational speaker and the author of Your Winner Within and Write Yourself a Note, Holly acknowledges that life is made up of challenges, and we are oftentimes faced with situations that seem insurmountable. But within each of us is an ability to focus our thoughts, emotions, and energy to succeed—if only we have the knowledge, tools, and discipline to do so.

A native of South Dakota, Holly’s writing and speaking not only offer encouragement and optimism but a roadmap for self-discovery and spiritual enlightenment. Readers and audience members alike walk away inspired to light the fire of successful living within themselves.

Today, Holly is a recipient of the Certified Speaking Professional designation, and travels across the country and internationally, speaking to a wide variety of corporations, associations, universities, schools and women’s organizations. Holly inspires her audiences to take opportunities and focus on faith, attitude, determination, confidence, desire and perseverance.

 

Presentation Topics

 

“The Survivor Way”

As we survive life’s challenges, we come face-to-face with fear and uncertainty.  

Challenges may allow us to step out of our comfort zone and push ourselves above and beyond our own self-limitations. It is how we choose to overcome challenges that make us who we are in life. It is our strength in times of difficulty that prove our character and self worth. 

As I share my experience of being on a reality show, I encourage you to think about how you decide to survive on a daily basis. Also, I will encourage you to think about six words to develop your survival skills. With my six simple words, you can take on any challenge with which you are faced. 

Adversity is not so much contending with problems as it is learning more about who you really are and what is inside of you. 

Join me and explore your true survival skills.
 
 

“Write Yourself a Note”

Be confident.  Be great.  Be you.

At the end of the day, unless we make a conscious effort to bring ourselves back to center and refocus, we begin to lose ourselves. It’s never too late to find purpose. 

This presentation offers encouragement, optimism, and a roadmap for self-discovery. You will be inspired to work towards a successful and fulfilling life for yourself.

Discover a simple tool to refocus and reprioritize you. As you “write yourself a note” you will begin to discover if you are where you want to be.  You will encourage yourself to find purpose. No matter what stage of life you’re in, we all need purpose.

 

“Lead Simply”

MODEL. CONNECT. INVOLVE.

Leadership is not complex. Leadership at its core, is simple, but not always easy. A simple leadership framework consists of three words: 

  • model
  • connect
  • involve

True leadership is not just words, it’s action. We must model the behavior we want to see, connect with the people you lead, and involve them as much as possible.

During this presentation you will identify and discover what you want to see more and less of in your leadership skills to create that special team of people.

“Great leaders don’t tell you what to do, they show you how it’s done.”   
—Unknown

 

“Three Step Stride”

Don’t ever be afraid of change and getting rid of steps you don’t need. Your stride in life is very important for your well-being and your self-worth. In Holly’s newest compelling program, “Three Step Stride” she explains how her ability to reduce steps between hurdles made her a track star, and how eliminating steps is also a metaphor for life. Getting rid of things you don’t need like comparison, excuses, and complacency can get you over life’s hurdles and to your finish line sooner. Your three-step stride is important to discovering your race and accomplishing your goals.
 
Testimonials

If you want to wow your participants and send them home with rejuvenated spirits, Holly Hoffman must be your Speaker!!! Not only did she provide an amazing & motivating Keynote, but her General Session, “Lead Simply” had all my participants saying, “BRING HER BACK!” Personally, if I could bottle her energy, I would make a fortune! Holly is for sure on our list to have back to our events!!!

Gail M. Ruhland, CCT, MBA, Ed.D
Director of Corporate Education and Outreach Center for Continuing Studies

“Holly served as our keynote workshop facilitator during our annual South Dakota 4-H Teen Leadership Conference (TLC). To say that the teens loved her, is an understatement! During her time with us, she facilitated the Lead Simply and The Survivor Way sessions. She kept the teens engaged and attentive during both speaking engagements. When we asked what their favorite part of TLC was, most responded with ‘Holly Hoffman’. She was so easy to work with prior to the event and truly cared about the experience we had! I would absolutely recommend Holly for any teen audience.”

Hilary Risner
Regional 4-H Youth Program Advisor

Exceptional, Outstanding, Memorable, Inspiring – are words that easily describe the life lessons that Holly Hoffman brings to your audience. Her lively message resonates with traditional values and a never, never quit attitude. She delivered her A++ performance to a vast and diverse NAIFA National audience and took the extra time to learn about our industry, our culture, and our Mission. It is my honor and without hesitation to recommend her for your next Conference.

Mark S Jones
NAIFA National 2021 P+P Conference

Wow! Holly is a class above keynote speakers! She delivered her message with grace, charisma and passion. She made the audience laugh, cry, reflect, and determined. Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Others leave footprints in our lives. Holly left footprints!

Teresa Pearson, MBA
Wisconsin Health Information Management Association

“We have hired Holly Hoffman on three different occasions over the past two years. Holly has embraced presenting virtually and is a top-notch virtual presenter. She has an inspiring story to tell and does so in a way that is upbeat, inspiring, entertaining and so very genuine. You won’t be disappointed. “

Thanks again Holly for an awesome session!

Jennifer Esser
VP of Professional Development

Holly Hoffman delivers! Holly has an awesome survivor story that keeps you engaged throughout. She will have you laughing and crying all at the same time. Holly intertwines her experience on Survivor to leadership principles we can implement in our everyday life. After Holly was done speaking our staff gave her a standing ovation. One of the best things about Holly is how personal she is and how quickly she connects to people. We will have Holly back to speak to the leaders in our company again.

Doug Johnson
CEO, Blue Stone Therapy

I heard Holly speak for the first time at a Credit Union League Conference in Chicago, Illinois back in 2021. Everything about her message, delivery and teaching style was absolutely captivating and first class! Our credit union hired her to come to Decatur and spend the morning with our entire staff for a training day. Everyone LOVED her and the day was a total success!

Julie Croslow
Vice President-HR & Compliance, Staley Credit Union