Scott Welle, CSP, Keynote Speaker's Recent LinkedIn Posts

Been a while since I’ve done a two-a-day for speaking! This morning for MECA in Mankato and this evening for Eagle Group of Minnesota Veterans, Inc. in Bloomington. Feeling so fortunate. 😊 Special thanks to Roberta Ringstad and Renée R. Roth for the opportunities. Cheers to an Outperforming 2026! 💯

“Love what you do and you’ll never work a day in your life.” It sounds poetic… but it’s wrong. When you care deeply, you work harder, not less. You obsess over the details no one else sees. Don’t cheat the work. Loving it doesn’t erase the effort—it makes the effort meaningful. The truth? Love what you do and you’ll still “work” MANY days of your life, and some days will be messy, exhausting, frustrating, and full of doubt. But you won’t trade it. Because you’ve chosen a noble cause. You’ve chosen work that’s worth it. 💯 (Photo from Spectrum All-Hands Meeting last week) #outperform

We’re all “infectious.” Infect people with the best of you. 💯 (today’s leadership lesson from beautiful Jekyll Island, GA) 🏝️😊 #outperform

We > Me. It isn't about you. 💯 One thing I've learned (and experienced) is if you're lacking motivation, feeling like an imposter, or stuck in paralysis by analysis, it's probably because your focus is inward. Shift your focus outward - on your benefit to OTHERS - and you get out of your own way. You're immediately pulled instead of pushed. 🤝 Keep Outperforming.

“The Outperforming ‘project’ that is YOU is never finished. It’s a work in progress because your project, and your life, is about GROWTH. And I may not know you, but here’s what I know ABOUT you: if you think about the times in your life where you felt most ALIVE, I promise it was when you were challenged with something outside your comfort zone. Something that stretched you - maybe even scared you - but forced you to level up and execute, elevate and evolve. And you were probably surrounded by like-minded others doing the same! That is a privileged opportunity, one we should never take for granted because not everybody has it. So, keep growing, keep OUTPERFORMING, and thank you so much for having me as your keynote speaker.” That was my closing for a keynote in Omaha today. For reference, it was for a construction company (hence, the term "project"), and theme was "Execute. Elevate. Evolve." I thought it was a message that might resonate with you. 😊 One other note: preparation matters. 💯 I've done hundreds of speeches and whenever I take the time to script what I'm going to say to tailor the message to the audience (not for the whole speech, but for select spots), then take the time to rehearse, it ALWAYS goes better. As Craig Valentine says, "what's loose is lost," and he's absolutely right!

12 years ago I spoke at my first Rotary club. I was broke, had no books, no business plan, no idea what I was doing. I barely had a message. I was trying to figure it out. They gave me a shot when very few would. I’ve since developed such a deep appreciation for the Rotarian mission, 4-way test, “happy bucks,” and the great people I’ve met along the way. Fast forward to today (literally) - speaking for the Hudson Daybreak Rotary Club. I’ve spoken for 40+ Rotary Clubs in the last dozen years and continue to do it whenever I can make it work. Never forget where you came from and the people that helped you along the way. 😊💯 #outperform

The year is off and running! 🏃‍♂️ Tuesday I spoke virtually in Denver, hopped on a plane to speak Wednesday in Rochester, NY, then spoke in Albany today for Northwestern Mutual. I'm tired but sooo happy to be back in the "grind." 😊 This was my 19th time speaking for Northwestern Mutual (says something about their willingness to invest in their advisors, personally and professionally!) and favorite moment from today came when I asked someone how he wanted to show up in the world and he responded: "Be a force for good." 💯 We could use more people with that mentality right now, don't you think? #outperform

Outperforming leaders speak to growth, not deficiency. It's why they have greater influence. 💯 It's subtle, but it's the difference between, "You're bad, and I need you to be good," vs. "You're good, and I believe in you to be great." Could also be, "You made a mistake, don't do it again" vs. "That didn't go as planned, what will we learn from it in the future?" For the record, you CAN influence through deficiency. Many people do it every day. But the collateral damage that comes with it is eroded trust and confidence, and eventual resentment. Lead with growth. Challenge with growth. Watch what happens. 😊 #outperform (video from recent keynote in Omaha, NE)

Do you have a gold medal mindset? 🏅 (yes, you do!) There is one foundational truth that exists in peak performance, regardless of the event, discipline or arena: Make your brain your greatest asset. 💯 #outperform

Your Outperforming New Year's message. 💯 In summary, life can feel hard. Personal. Professional. Parental. It can ALL feel hard, period. But after we've gone through it and are able to reflect, these are also the things from which we derive the most pride and satisfaction. In the moment, it doesn't mean you have to love it. Just remember that it's not about where you are; it's about where you're going and what it's leading to. Wishing you an ahh-mazing 2026 and keep Outperforming. 😊

Fun morning in Chicago speaking for Northwestern Mutual on personal & professional excellence. It’s my 17th time speaking for this great company, but first time speaking on the 66th floor (Willis Tower). What a view! 😊 Favorite moment of the morning was when I asked someone how she wanted to show up and she said, “magnetic.” Just thought that was a cool word choice and how we ALL have our own unique magnetic energy. Cultivate that, consistently and intentionally, and the rest falls into place 💯 #outperform

Someone came up to me after a keynote on Jekyll Island last week. He had just completed a 100-miler. He asked what I thought he should do next. I said, “how about a 5k? Or maybe a 200-miler? Or another 100-miler, but try to do it faster? Or take lessons you learned from the race and use them to empower your team members (he’s a leader in utilities)? Or teach them to your kids? You’ve got to choose your ‘arena.’ I’ve found the most important thing isn’t necessarily which arena you’re in; it’s the fact that you’re IN one, pursuing something meaningful to you.” 💯 (Photo is from a trail half marathon in Salida, CO, last weekend 🏃‍♂️‍➡️🏔️)

If you’ve ever doubted yourself, I’ve been there too. But I’m here to remind you:

Food for thought as you think about your 2026 ambitions. I promise, you'll feel most alive when you have THIS. 🔥 Keep Outperforming! 💯

Fantastic day in Tacoma, WA, keynoting the Sprague Pest Solutions 2026 Super Meeting. They're celebrating 100 years this year and that kind of longevity doesn't happen by accident. It only happens with excellence, execution, quality and growth. 💯 Thanks to Leila Starwich, MA PHR SHRM-CP for the opportunity - I LOVED spending the afternoon with your team of Outperformers. 😊

Executive women of MN, let’s do this! 💯 #outperform

We’re kicking off 2026 with FIREWORKS! FEW is thrilled to launch our Speaking Series with a dynamic, high‑impact session featuring nationally recognized performance expert Scott Welle, CSP, Keynote Speaker Join us for “Outperforming the Norm”—an energizing, actionable, and inspiring experience designed to elevate how we lead, work, and show up for ourselves and our organizations. Scott’s message is bold, motivating, and exactly the spark we want igniting our year. ✨ Why you should be in the room: • Start 2026 with clarity, confidence, and momentum • Connect with an incredible community of women committed to growth and excellence • Leave feeling fired up, focused, and ready to outperform your own norm You won’t want to miss this! Registration closes today! https://lnkd.in/gqDWghDm Harvestor Square | January 14 | 11:30-1:30 Sponsored by Falcon National Bank

Speaking this morning for F&M Bank (Farmers & Merchants Bank) in Weyers Cave, VA. They’ve been experiencing record growth, mostly because their people understand “deposits and withdrawals,” which was the main topic for today. This is not monetarily - their growth stems from people making daily “deposits” in themselves, team members, customers, and community. When you do this, it yields fantastic returns. 💯 You like all that banking talk? 💰🤣 #outperform

Massachusetts Association of Medical Staff Services - see you in May! And thanks for the opportunity, Karin Bernard. Going to be an amazing conference...and venue! 🏖️ 💯 #outperform

A quick 45-seconds on the power of gratitude. Clip is from a recent virtual training for a mortgage services company. Gratitude is one of the greatest performance enhancers for our lives. Very few things replicate its benefits. It should be included not just this week, but always. 💯 Wishing you a blessed Thanksgiving and keep Outperforming! 🦃

Got standards? 💯 #outperform

Thank YOU, Forum of Executive Women - St. Cloud, Minnesota! I thoroughly enjoyed being a part of your team today. I have ZERO doubt you'll "awaken your authenticity" as leaders and Outperform in 2026...and beyond. 😊💯

Serengeti, Tanzania. Our first day of an African safari. I’d never seen elephants in the wild. It taught me a lot about leadership. In a herd of 12 elephants, one of them – an old man with BIG tusks – was walking ahead, moving towards a nearby pond of water. But before he got there, he stopped, turned around, faced the others, and waited. This IS leadership, in three lessons: 1 - Know the end goal (water!). The vision, outcome, what you’re working towards. 2 - Role model. What they SEE > What you SAY. Set the pace, lead the way. 3 - Take care of others. Wait, with empathy, understanding. Leaders eat (and drink) last. Leadership lessons are everywhere. Sometimes small, sometimes they weigh 6-7 tons 🐘😊 #outperform

Project managers in Toledo, please join! Let's DO THIS. 💯 #outperform

Come be awesome with us 😊 #outperform