āItās extremely informative without being too much. Practical without overwhelming. As someone who is science- and data-minded, I loved learning how the brain acts on stress.ā
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Cait Donovan Ā· Keynote Speaker
Burnout-Informed Keynotes that Move People to Action
Give managers and mission-driven teams real toolsānot platitudes. Caitās funny, research-backed talks turn awareness into behavior change across your organization.
High-Impact Ā· No-Fluff
Trusted by associations & purpose-driven companies worldwide.
Dismantling Burnout: Leaders & Teams, Same Playbook
A fast, no-blame playbook that gets leaders and teams alignedāsame language, same first moves. Expect laughs, relief, and clear next steps people can use before they leave the room.
- Spot it early. Build a common language to recognize burnout drivers quickly.
- Share the load. Clarify leadership vs. employee roles and boundary conversations.
- Act the same day. Use simple, repeatable tools to reduce friction and boost engagement.
- Protect generosity. Keep helpers and high-performers effective without burning out.
Who itās for
Managers & People Leaders
HR & L&D
Purpose-Driven Teams
Formats
Keynote 45ā60
Lab 90ā120
Fireside Chat
Harnessing Resentment: Turning Leadership Frustrations into High-Performing Teams
Resentment isnāt a flawāitās fuel. When leaders learn to read it, they set better boundaries, build trust, and unlock team performance.
- Read the signal. Use resentment as a roadmap for change and boundary-setting.
- Face conflict with skill. Improve relationships with clear, courageous conversations.
- Transform emotion into action. Turn pent-up frustration into productive momentum.
- Lead with energy. Manage your own capacity to prevent burnout in leadership roles.
Who itās for
Leaders & Managers
Cross-functional Teams
Associations & Mission-Driven Orgs
Entrepreneurs & Revenue Teams
Formats
Keynote 45ā60
Lab 90ā120
Fireside Chat
Built to Belong: The Science of Creating Teams That Thrive and Stay
Belonging isnāt a ānice-to-haveāāitās biology. Learn the neuroscience of connection, why belonging boosts engagement, innovation, and retention, and how to build it on purpose (even when itās messy).
- Decode the brain. Understand the neuroscience behind belonging.
- Lead through paradox. See how biology can both bond and divideāand what leaders do about it.
- Dual responsibility. The 5 responsibilities of the Belonger and the 5 of the Belongee.
- Action blueprint. Leave with practical moves to create environments where people stay, innovate, and thrive.
Who itās for
Managers & People Leaders
HR & L&D
Purpose-Driven Teams
Formats
Keynote 45ā60
Lab 90ā120
Fireside Chat
Belonging: Your Real-World Action Guide
Extend the keynote with a practical worksheet: the 5 Responsibilities of Belongers & Belongees, a Belonging Contract, and prompts to invite connection intentionally.
Audience Feedback
See all feedback on Talkadot2,644
Responses across 34 events
100%
Found valuable
97%
Would see again
65% / 35%
In-person / Virtual talks
Engaging96%
Relevant96%
Actionable95%
Inspiring95%
Interactive94%
āInspiringāand delivers on turning resentment into your superpower. I didnāt think I had things to be resentful aboutā¦ now I have actionable steps to evaluate my boundaries.ā
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āCait engages with rich information and humor, balancing holding space with moving us to act. Fantastic speaker for any event!ā
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āInformational, funny, and insightful. Youāll leave with practical tools that shift culture toward psychological safety.ā
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āA speech Iāll take with me for the rest of my life. It will help me build better relationships and gave me confidence to set boundaries.ā
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āExplains the science of burnout in an easy way, followed by actionable tips. Relatable, entertaining, and super helpful.ā
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āI learned how to spot burnout in myself and direct reports, have honest conversations about causes, and make changes at work and at home.ā
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āValuable sessionāpractices I can start now to prevent burnout and a new way to approach tough situations.ā
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Metrics and summaries based on Talkadot attendee feedback (2,644 responses across 34 events).
More Topics I Cover
Beyond Dismantling Burnout, Resentment, and Belongingābook these audience-favorites:
Fueling Success with Fire
Harness so-called ānegativeā emotions like anger, frustration, or envy as powerful signals and sources of energy. Instead of suppressing them, learn how to transform these feelings into clarity, creativity, and momentum that fuel sustainable success.
Formats: Keynote (45ā60), Breakout (60ā90), Fireside Chat
Boundaries Make You More Generous
Clear limits create capacity. Learn a humane boundary playbook that boosts trust, protects energy, and makes room for real generosity at work.
Formats: Keynote (45ā60), Breakout (60ā90), Fireside Chat
Planner FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you do training after the event?+
Of course! An event is often a great kickoff point toward deeper work. We can discuss a package that includes
a keynote and follow-up training.
Lab 90ā120
Leaders-only Q&A
Team handout
Do you do Fireside Chats?+
I doāand I love them. Between keynoting, my book, and podcasting, Iāve encountered most questions that come up
in different contexts, so Iām happy to sit with your people and answer whatever pops up.
Do you offer Executive / 1:1 Coaching?+
Yes. Helping leaders through burnout is my thing. The trickle-down effect mattersāburnt-out leaders can burn out
teams (itās contagious). Leaders often feel alone; a coach who āgets itā can protect their health and save the
company the cost of replacement and the attrition that follows. Sarah Vosen, our Director of Coaching also offers 1:1 coaching and small group coaching for your teams. Those options can be found here: https://caitdonovan.com/coaching
Will youā¦ come early / mingle / make a video / promo on social, etc.?+
In shortā¦ yes. Part of my job is to be with participantsāon stage and off. If you want a VIP lunch, mix-and-mingle,
book signing, breakout after the keynote, follow-up Zoom, fireside chat, etc.āIām in.
Can you provide previous feedback?+
Yes, and Iād love to. Thousands of people have filled in my feedback forms. You can browse events from Feb ā23
through now here: See Audience Feedback.
Can you provide referrals?+
Sure! Tell me how many you need and Iāll send them your way.
Are you available on / what is your fee?+
Please book a call to chat
Book Cait.
If Iām booked, I may be able to recommend a trusted speaker.
Do you have handouts?+
Almost always. Each keynote includes handouts that can be given at the end with my feedback form,
or pre-session if you prefer them printed.
I donāt see the exact topic I wantācan you customize?+
Yes! I have additional angles on these topics and can combine elements to meet your goalsāespecially for labs
and leadership sessions.
Can you speak to (insert group / country / etc. here)?+
Most likely yes. As a former practitioner of Chinese medicine I worked across professions internationally. I speak
three languages (English, Polish, Czech) and have lived in four countries. Since 2019, Iāve spoken to nonprofits, women leaders,
realtors, dentists and dental-adjacent groups, Fortune 500s, and more.
