Janet Edmunson

Janet Edmunson

M.Ed.

ME, US
Touch and transform your organization with presentations that are a wonderful composite of experience, research and practical application from this leader of 30 years.

Janet's presentations and workshops are a wonderful composite of experience, research and practical application that touches and transforms organizations and individuals. Her passion is to share the concepts of positive psychology to create and inspire high performing workplaces and individuals. Participants in her programs rave about her authentic and engaging style as well as the practical tips they learn.

Janet's 30 years of leadership experience includes being a manager in a Fortune 50 company (Georgia-Pacific Corporation) and a Director in a leading health insurance organization (Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts) along with work in small to mid-sized businesses, non-profit organizations as well as a consulting firm.

While still working full-time, Janet took care of her husband, Charles, during the five years he fought an Atypical Parkinson's disease. She authored a book, Finding Meaning with Charles, about their experience of trying to stay positive amidst the phenomenal challenges.

Janet has presented to over 300 groups including national and state conferences, state women's conferences, and for companies large and small. Some of her clients include:
• Bryant University Women's Summit
• The Illinois and Florida Women's Conference
• BP Oil Americas
• Lonza, Inc.
• Massachusetts Hospice Federation
• Patrick Dempsey Cancer Center
• Alzheimer's Association (various state chapters)
• American Parkinson's Disease Association (various state chapters)

Two of the most popular presentations that Janet offers are:
• "Your Positive Psychology Advantage"
• "I've had it up to here! Staying positive when things get tough"
Both of these programs blend personal stories with the science of positivity which give credibility to her authentic approach.

Janet's leadership experience has been punctuated by her work on various non-profit Boards, including recent past Chair of the Board of Directors for The Foundation for PSP | CBD and Related Brain Diseases where she served as Chair for nearly five years. Janet has a Master's degree from Georgia State University and is a member of the prestigious National Speakers Association.

Janet's presentations and workshops are a wonderful composite of experience, research and practical application that touches and transforms organizations and individuals. Her passion is to share the concepts of positive psychology to create and inspire high performing workplaces and individuals. Participants in her programs rave about her authentic and engaging style as well as the practical tips they learn.

Janet's 30 years of leadership experience includes being a manager in a Fortune 50 company (Georgia-Pacific Corporation) and a Director in a leading health insurance organization (Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts) along with work in small to mid-sized businesses, non-profit organizations as well as a consulting firm.

While still working full-time, Janet took care of her husband, Charles, during the five years he fought an Atypical Parkinson's disease. She authored a book, Finding Meaning with Charles, about their experience of trying to stay positive amidst the phenomenal challenges.

Janet has presented to over 300 groups including national and state conferences, state women's conferences, and for companies large and small. Some of her clients include:
• Bryant University Women's Summit
• The Illinois and Florida Women's Conference
• BP Oil Americas
• Lonza, Inc.
• Massachusetts Hospice Federation
• Patrick Dempsey Cancer Center
• Alzheimer's Association (various state chapters)
• American Parkinson's Disease Association (various state chapters)

Two of the most popular presentations that Janet offers are:
• "Your Positive Psychology Advantage"
• "I've had it up to here! Staying positive when things get tough"
Both of these programs blend personal stories with the science of positivity which give credibility to her authentic approach.

Janet's leadership experience has been punctuated by her work on various non-profit Boards, including recent past Chair of the Board of Directors for The Foundation for PSP | CBD and Related Brain Diseases where she served as Chair for nearly five years. Janet has a Master's degree from Georgia State University and is a member of the prestigious National Speakers Association.

Your Positive Psychology Advantage

Can optimism affect your bottom line? As you know, strong leaders bring the best out in employees. However, chances are that you and your leadership team have seen the unfortunate impact of negativity in the workplace. The exciting news is that scientific studies show that positivity can be learned and, when applied, enhance work performance.

Participants will: 

  • Learn scientifically validated understandings of positive emotions and their impact on individual and...
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Affirm Yourself for Life's Challenges

Have you, a friend, a colleague or family member ever dealt with difficult challenges in your work or life? Janet's presentation uses personal stories, affirming statements and discussion to find ways to stay positive and thrive in the midst of these difficulties.  Recent research in positive psychology has revealed the importance of having enough positives in our life to balance out the negatives.  Janet reveals real life examples of how you can lift yourself up as well as help...

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I've Had it Up to Here! Staying Positive when Things get Tough

We all face challenges in our work and personal lives.  Some are internal, such as keeping up our motivation when the going gets tough.  Others are external, such as a difficult work environment or dealing with difficult people.  Janet will affirm you in these challenges and provide practical tips to get through without letting them get you down. 

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