Laura Gallaher

Laura Gallaher

FL, US
I am an organizational psychologist who is passionate about helping leaders grow from the Inside Out - leading with self-acceptance, self-awareness, and self-accountability.

I apply the science of human behavior to organizations so they can get their edge, achieve together, and enjoy the journey.

As an Organizational Psychologist, I am passionate about helping leaders grow by raising their self-awareness.

After the Space Shuttle Columbia exploded upon re-entry in 2003, killing everybody aboard, I was hired by NASA to transform the culture. The investigation revealed many contributing factors, but what stuck with me was how a lack of self-awareness affected behavior leading to the tragedy.

In stark contrast with the heartbreak of the Columbia accident, I chose to study humor for my doctoral dissertation, which means that my knowledge spans the spectrum of the human experience at work.

In my quest to change the way the world communicates, I laugh, I cry – and I work to be a dynamic speaker and story-teller so I can connect you with yourself and each other in new, transformational ways.

Work really can be easier. And it can certainly be better. I'd love to speak with you more about creating a culture of accountability by helping you grow from the Inside OutTM.

I apply the science of human behavior to organizations so they can get their edge, achieve together, and enjoy the journey.

As an Organizational Psychologist, I am passionate about helping leaders grow by raising their self-awareness.

After the Space Shuttle Columbia exploded upon re-entry in 2003, killing everybody aboard, I was hired by NASA to transform the culture. The investigation revealed many contributing factors, but what stuck with me was how a lack of self-awareness affected behavior leading to the tragedy.

In stark contrast with the heartbreak of the Columbia accident, I chose to study humor for my doctoral dissertation, which means that my knowledge spans the spectrum of the human experience at work.

In my quest to change the way the world communicates, I laugh, I cry – and I work to be a dynamic speaker and story-teller so I can connect you with yourself and each other in new, transformational ways.

Work really can be easier. And it can certainly be better. I'd love to speak with you more about creating a culture of accountability by helping you grow from the Inside OutTM.

Creating a Culture of Accountability without a Carrot or a Stick

"Holding people accountable" is a regular struggle for leaders. Do you use the carrot or the stick? How the hell do you motivate your people when they're all so different? And why does it seem like nobody cares as much about the company as you do? Are they just lazy?

In this talk, Dr. Laura Gallaher busts the common misunderstandings of accountability and explains the three core elements to creating true organizational accountability.

Corporate CultureEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Courageous Communication: Creating clarity, cohesion, and care

In this talk, Dr. Laura Gallaher shines a light on what it means to truly communicate courageously - that is with full openness and honesty. It starts with recognizing that you cannot be more honest with others than you are with yourself. Shift your paradigm of what it means to communicate as a leader, including what it looks like to co-creation and care.

Highlights:

  • 3 Ways to Be More Honest
    • We all like to think of...
LeadershipEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Leading from the Inside Out: Changing Your World by Changing Within

Highlights:
  • Inside Out Model
    • Learn about our Inside Out model to see how the self is at the core of everything. Specifically, I highlight the loop of self-acceptance, self-awareness, and self-accountability.
  • Self-Acceptance co-exists with Self-Improvement
    • You tend to think that beating up on yourself is a necessary evil to drive you forward, but I will explain how you can make a different choice...
LeadershipEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Virtual Presentation

I can deliver any of my programs virtually. I have a professional environment and high quality equipment to present in a virtual forum.
Audience ActivityEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changingHumorous / Funny