Motivation

The most significant shortcoming for Gen-Z workers is a lack of critical interpersonal skills, often referred to as “soft skills.” This includes communication, problem solving, creativity, collaboration, adaptability, conflict resolution and other skills that are typically developed through first-hand experience—rather than instruction—and are vital to professional success.

Forbes December 23, 2024

Melissa Proctor at HPU

Meet Your Coaches

Leadership Expert In Residence

Mark Sanborn

The Fred Factor: When Passion Meets Purpose

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STEM Educator, Bestselling Author, Television Personality and Business Leader

Steve Spangler

The Engagement Effect: How to Stay Curious, Creative, and Motivated for Life

Apple Co-Founder

Steve Wozniak

Invent the Motivation: How Curiosity and Joy Drive Innovation

Bestselling Author and Master of Persuasion

Phil M. Jones

Exactly Right: Motivating Yourself to Influence Others

Business Growth Leadership Expert In Residence

Meridith Elliott Powell

Lead Yourself First: Motivation for Personal Success

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President of Business Operations for Orlando Magic

Charlie Freeman

Motivation that Moves Teams Forward

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SVP of Production, Business Affairs & Global Program Sales, WE tv

Theresa Patiri

Motivation in the Spotlight: How to Stay Driven in a Fast-Paced, Creative Industry

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Former President Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina

Sean Suggs

Driven to Lead: Motivation in Motion from the Manufacturing Floor to the C-Suite

Former CEO of Tufts Medical Center & Tufts Children's Hospital

Ellen Zane

Momentum from Within: The Science and Strategy of Staying Motivated

Sessions

To earn your Certification in Motivation you can watch a minimum of 4 seminars or workshops from our Life Skills Credentials Series on HPU Plus.

The Fred Factor: When Passion Meets Purpose
11:40-12:30pm
Callicutt Life Skills Theater, Congdon Hall
Mark Sanborn
Leadership Expert In Residence

The Engagement Effect: How to Stay Curious, Creative, and Motivated for Life
1:35-3:15pm
Callicutt Life Skills Theater, Congdon Hall
Steve Spangler
STEM Educator

Invent the Motivation: How Curiosity and Joy Drive Innovation
2:00-3:10pm
Hayworth Fine Arts Center, Pauline Theater
Steve Wozniak
Co-Founder Apple

Exactly Right: Motivating Yourself to Influence Others
9:45-11:25am
Callicutt Life Skills Theater, Congdon Hall
Phil Jones
Persuasion Expert in Residence

Strickland Women's Leadership Summit
1:30pm
Pauline Theater, Hayworth Fine Arts Center

Motivation that Moves Teams Forward -
3:25-4:35pm
Callicutt Life Skills Theater, Congdon Hall
Charlie Freeman
President Orlando Magic

Motivation in the Spotlight: How to Stay Driven in a Fast-Paced, Creative Industry
9:45-11:25am
Callicutt Life Skills Theater, Congdon Hall
Theresa Patiri
SVP of Production, Business Affairs & Global Program Sales WE tv

10:40-11:50am - Beating the Odds: The Motivation to Overcome - certification
Location: Callicutt Life Skills Theater, Congdon Hall

Lead Yourself First: Motivation for Personal Success
9:45-11:00am
Callicutt Life Skills Theater, Congdon Hall
Meridith Elliott Powell
Business Growth and Development Expert in Residence

Driven to Lead: Motivation in Motion from the Manufacturing Floor to the C-Suite
10:40-11:50am
Callicutt Life Skills Theater, Congdon Hall
Sean Suggs
Former President Toyota Battery Manufacturing

Momentum from Within: The Science and Strategy of Staying Motivated
9:45-11:25am
Callicutt Life Skills Theater, Congdon Hall
Dr. Ellen Zane
Former CEO Tufts medical Center

12:05-1:15 pm - Motivation with a Mission: Leading with Faith, Joy, and Grit - credential
Location: Callicutt

Unlock the Power to Drive Your Career Forward

Cultivate Intrinsic Motivation: Learn how to ignite self-drive and sustain enthusiasm for long-term goals.
Strengthen Personal Discipline and Purpose: Discover how top performers maintain consistency, focus, and grit.
Lead with Inspiration: Understand how motivated individuals elevate teams and influence culture.
Apply Motivation in Real Life: Gain practical tools for managing energy, overcoming setbacks, and staying productive under pressure.

Download HPU Plus

Pre-Session Preparation
• Register using an online form for the event.
Access to Innovator Sessions:
• Attend at least four sessions featuring industry leaders and innovators.
• Participate in Q&A discussions that explore motivation as a life skill and driver of success.
Reflection and Post-Session Requirement:
• Submit Reflection Answers via an online form upon completion of each session.
• Provide insights, lessons learned, and examples of how professional motivation has been applied in academic, extracurricular, or professional experiences.

To qualify for the Certification in Professional Motivation, students must:
• Register and attend at least four Innovator in Residence Sessions.
• Actively engage during sessions by asking questions or contributing to discussions.
• Complete and submit Reflection Questions by the end of the semester.

Are You Ready to Land Your Dream Job?

Start your journey toward professional excellence with High Point University’s Certificate in Motivation. Equip yourself with the mindset and skills employers value most.

Questions? Email us with questions at [email protected]. We want to hear from you!