I haven’t always loved my birthday. When I was 5 years old, the cruel Chicago winter got in my way. The Mayor issued a traveler’s advisory and my party was canceled. The next February, the same thing happened. My mom suggested a half-birthday party in August – in the yard – with Japanese lanterns. It was glorious!

Love My Birthday

Now, I love my birthday. I love the whole month of February, actually. It’s when I take stock of my life – where I stand in the scheme of things. And I measure how close to my goals I came in the year since my last birthday. And who I have become.

And I’m loving every minute of it! My “why” story has evolved: I lived for the bright lights of the keynote stage. Now what lights my fire are the bright lights in my clients’ eyes when we’re working together to create their speech.

Every experience in my life (and yours) is relevant to this moment now. And all of our experiences led to forming our values. These are your principles, your standards of behavior. You won’t operate without them. They are your “must haves.”

Standards of Behavior

Here are mine: #1 Contribution: I will repair the world, and contribute to the highest good. #2 Honesty: I am a safe space to express truth, openly and honestly (and never exaggerate anything about your life to your listeners). #3 Fun: I encourage humor to find the funny. I am lucky enough to be funny in my bones. #4 Spirit: I will assist you to fulfill your highest potential.

So now I claim my promise to my clients. I can verbalize what they can expect from me and the standard I will live up to. I assist you to find your voice and claim your values through your words. On an emotional level, I help you own your voice so people are drawn to you. On a content level, I help you love what you say to potential customers and clients. And I draw out your TEDx Talk – your legacy speech.

Leaders are remembered for how they impact people. I hope my legacy will be one of contribution and the expression of my values of contribution, honesty, fun, and spirit.

Work With Mimi

Please contact me to schedule a 30-minute complimentary clarity call about how you can sparkle when you speak. I will email you my Calendly link.

Mimi Donaldson

Mimi was a superstar in the speaking business, keynoting for audiences of thousands. Her combination of sophisticated humor and solid content made her one of America’s most popular funny females.

Mimi has created speeches and “found the funny” for TEDx Talkers, executives, celebrities, and entrepreneurs. Before starting her speaking and coaching business, she was a Human Resources Specialists with Walt Disney, Northrop Aircraft, and Rockwell International.