Your highest peak hasn’t been climbed yet.

I help audiences learn to lead a life they love, amplify a career they love, and activate their wellness because I believe in living healthy AF.

  • Top Rated Speaker

    Engaging, insightful, and unforgettable. Kishshana Palmer captivates audiences with masterful storytelling and real-world strategies, delivering high-impact talks that inspire action.

  • 100,000 Lives Impacted

    From boardrooms to global stages, Kishshana has empowered over 100,000 individuals with thought-provoking insights, reshaping the way leaders approach success, well-being, and impact.

  • TEDx Speaker

    Bringing bold ideas to life, Kishshana delivers game-changing talks that spark innovation, challenge the status quo, and ignite meaningful change worldwide.

Meet your next keynote speaker, Kishshana Palmer!

You can also find me filed under: Thought leader, Mood lifter, Spirit booster, Faith-Filled, Sunshine on a Rainy Day, Practical Joker, Knowledge Dropper, Truthteller, Ready to wow your audience with my smarty pants + common sense approach to management, leadership, and living well.

Speaker Testimonials

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“…I couldn't think of a better person to kick off the conference. We had done the event for a few years, but it wasn't until we added her to the roster that I realized we truly had a Kishshana-shaped hole in the agenda. She made the event complete!”

Steven Shattuck, Author and Consultant

“…Kishshana set such a great tone. She was amazing…we would highly recommend her to be a part of your next experience.”

Molly Helmstetter, AFP Capitol Conference

  • Kishshana really knows her stuff! The training was energetic and engaging. The content and resources are on point!

    Emily Smith, CEO, Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation

  • Fabulous presentation at Rethink! Energetic, real, practical and inspiring!

    Kerrie Marin, Manager, SAIT

  • Amazing and inspirational!!!

    Adriana Afonso, Assistant Dean, Rutgers University

  • Kishshana you were so relatable and your energy is contagious. Absolutely fantastic, and I cant wait to learn from you!

    Holly Booker, Director of Development, East Tennessee State University

  • Amazing presentation- so inspiring and so timely! She is inspiring, energetic and so knowledgeable! Amazing human being!

    Julie Klein, Associate Director for Advancement, University of Washington Bothell

  • Great presentation! Feeling positive and encouraged!

    Melissa Hamasaki, Advancement Services Officer, University of Washington

  • Fantastic speaker at CASE conference. Rethinking session was excellent and very informative!

    Patricia A. Hume, Executive Assistant Genesee Community College

When people feel aligned with their purpose, they lead with confidence, creativity, and impact. Let's shift from burnout to intentional, sustainable success.

We’ve been conditioned to believe that hustling 24/7 is the only path to success. It’s not. Overwork isn’t a badge of honor—it’s a recipe for burnout. In this keynote, Kishshana Palmer challenges the toxic culture of “Martyritis” and reveals how doing less—strategically—leads to more impact.

Busy Is A Four-Letter Word: Martyritis and the Superhero Trap

Key Takeaways

  • Unpack the myth of "Martyritis" and why it’s holding you back.

  • Discover why saying "no" is your most powerful leadership tool.

  • Learn how self-care and rest fuel real success, not just survival.

  • Walk away with practical strategies to simplify your life while amplifying results.

Inspired by her book, Busy Is a Four-Letter Word, this talk provides a roadmap for redefining success on your terms. 5-Star Wellness Plan, to prioritize self-care and wellness and leave with actionable steps to simplify their lives while amplifying their productivity and satisfaction.

Beyond Busy: The ReThink Method for Resilient Leadership and Life

Tired of feeling like you’re running on empty, stuck in survival mode? It’s time for a reset. You deserve more than just getting by—you deserve to thrive.

In this talk, Kishshana Palmer introduces the ReThink Method, a five-step framework designed to help you shift from burnout to balance. Forget overwhelming changes—this approach is built on micro-actions that create major breakthroughs in how you lead, work, and live.

Key Takeaways

  • Explore the ReThink Method from Busy Is a Four-Letter Word and how it reshapes leadership and life.

  • Learn how small, intentional shifts drive big, lasting results.

  • Discover why living well and leading well go hand in hand.

  • Walk away with practical strategies to reset, refocus, and reclaim your energy.

    This isn’t just about productivity—it’s about creating a life and leadership style that works for you, not against you. Get ready to ReThink everything you thought you knew about success.

Failure as Fuel: Transforming Setbacks into Leadership Superpowers

What if failure isn’t the end—but the key to unlocking your next level?

In this bold and transformative talk, Kishshana Palmer flips the script on failure, showing how every misstep, face-plant, and setback is actually a leadership superpower in disguise. Through real-world case studies and her own unfiltered experiences, she unpacks how failure builds resilience, sharpens decision-making, and fuels success.

Key Takeaways

  • Explore failure as a tool for growth, as outlined in Busy Is a Four-Letter Word.

  • Learn how to turn mistakes into leadership breakthroughs that drive impact.

  • Discover how reframing failure leads to smarter, more agile decision-making.

  • Walk away with actionable strategies to transform setbacks into stepping stones for success.

    By the end of this talk, you won’t just accept failure—you’ll embrace it as your greatest leadership advantage.

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