Linda Brakeall

President

847-540-0045 - phone
800-662-7248 - toll free
253-295-3753 - fax

Phoenix Seminars

11 Arrow Wood, Suite 2A
Hawthorn Woods,  IL  60047

Specialties

Linda Brakeall's goal for every program, book, speech, seminar and consultation is to help people make simple but profound life and work changes that positively impact their immediate environment and, in turn, the world. People who complete Linda's programs, attend her seminars, read her books, or work with her find they've gained not only the tools for success, but also the willingness and ability to take action. Find more information about Linda, her products and seminars at www.LindaBrakeall.com and www.respectedwoman.com.

Professional Summary

Linda Brakeall has taught, trained and entertained over 27,000 people in 27 states since 1982. During the last 10 years, she's had more than 400 articles published dealing with sales, marketing, and leadership training, and she hosted a cable TV show interviewing Chicago business leaders. Nationally known as a dynamic keynote speaker and trainer, Linda is featured in the National Speakers Association's Who's Who in Professional Speaking.

Linda began developing her habits for success early: She was an accomplished public speaker at age 14, taught 5th grade at 19 and was vice president of a national seminar company at 26. She followed that with 13 years in real estate as a high-producing salesperson, manager, corporate trainer and vice president. Linda has repeatedly proven that she can share her extensive knowledge base in a way that is enjoyable in the classroom and usable in the field. Her programs translate immediately into higher productivity and bottom line profits.

Associations

National Speakers Association. International Federation for Professional Speakers. American Society for Training and Development. Member of the National Advisory Councils for GoGetLoan.com™ and GoGetRealEstate.com™.

Philosophy

Linda says: "My strength lies not in teaching brand new information. Little exists that is truly new. My strength lies in connecting with people on their level and showing them how they can adapt this information and use it immediately to improve their professional and personal lives."

Customer Testimonials

I learned some new ideas which helped me increase my production by $5,000,000 last year! These tapes (How to Generate Superior Loan Production) are wonderful, Linda. And I'm NOT a manager!
—Elizabeth Coleman, Chicago, Loan Officer (10 years)

I have shared your ideas with my staff for the past 6 years. All of our loan officers who have gone through your training have increased their production.
—Lou Gerber, Trustcorp, Indiana

Linda Brakeall made my job as a meeting planner incredibly easy! She was a joy to work with and everyone who attended her session gave her rave reviews! Linda was a delight. I wish all of our speakers were as flexible and co-operative!
—Karen Seely, Old Kent Bank APMW Program Chair

Linda does very creative programs in various facets of selling, communications and presentation skills. She teaches by effectively involving her audience. She is a very warm, engaging person who is easy to listen to. She is great to work with and is not demanding. From my perspective she is "low-maintenance." The fact that we have had Linda return to Michigan on so many occasions should demonstrate the quality of training she provides.
—James C. Kurt, VP-Education, Michigan Bankers Association