what if you could…
converse and connect more easily, authentically, and meaningfully?
Author — Speaker — Facilitator — Consultant
I specialize in teaching smart professionals how to attract and enjoy more meaningful and rewarding conversations, connections, and relationships:
What’s the big deal about having better conversations, connections, and relationships? Pretty much everything.
Numerous studies over several decades reveal that friendly, positive, supportive, and memorable in-person social interactions can enhance:
- Productivity
- Team effectiveness
- Image and brand
- Customer loyalty
- Professional development
- Event success
- Career advancement
- Opportunity awareness
- Brain power / intelligence
- Creativity
- Self-esteem & sense of belonging
- Attitude and energy level
- Happiness and well-being
- Health and longevity
Who doesn't want all of that?
Let’s discover how we can work together.
What clients have to say
Lisl Dutterer, Executive Director, Women’s Network in Electronic Payments
Patti is five stars…the ultimate professional. She had our attendees, from emerging leaders to C-level executives, completely engaged. They rated her the highest of all our speakers.
Ginger Kelly, VP of Marketing
As the opening keynote speaker for our event, Patti set the tone for the day with her charm and wonderful ideas... Ginger Kelly, VP of Marketing, RIM Architect LLC and 2018 SMPS Pacific Regional Conference Co-Chair
One Thing New: Smart Reads for Busy Women
“There’s always more to learn when it comes to networking! Author Patti DeNucci has been teaching her intentional networking strategies for over 25 years...[she] provides positive life-strategies for anyone who needs to deal with people…” - One Thing New: Smart Reads...
a short list of organizations I’ve worked with
Association of Texas Professional Educators
Austin Small Business Conference
BazaarVoice
The Carlisle Collection
Concordia University – Texas
Dell
Geoscience Support Services
HEB
Hewlett Packard
IABC
Lakeshore Public Media
MGM Resorts Foundation
Microsoft
NXP Semiconductors
Rodan + Fields
Society Government Meeting Planners
Silicon Valley Bank Private Equity
Texas State University
Texas Society of Association Executives
Worth of New York
YMCA
how i can help you
Interactive Presentations & Workshops
- Conferences
- Retreats and professional development programs
Panel Moderation
- Let’s get an interesting, enlightening conversation going!
Consulting
- Tap into my experience and expertise
- Let’s explore and collaborate
Blog
Courtesy, grace, and kindness matter more than ever
No journalism class has ever suggested the use of "Hello! How are you doing?" as the ideal example of a gripping lead. But this isn't journalism class. I'm offering a sincere "Hello! How are you doing?" because I mean it. I'm sitting here at my kitchen table, where...
Here’s how to be proactive and intentional about your future
Ever notice that when you're trying to adapt, evolve, shift, or even rise up from the ashes, going back to the basics is the best place to begin? I found this to be true today. I had planned to work on my new book first thing this morning, but instead chose to take...
Remember Who Moved My Cheese?
Remember the book "Who Moved My Cheese?" It was a short, self-help parable published in the late 1990s that dealt with the topics of uncertainty and change. (I realize some of you weren't even born then, but stay with me here.) Those of you who do remember this...
Thoughts for moving beyond anxiety, judgment, and conflict
Before we get into today's post... I hope you will bear with me as my website & branding designer helps me transition from my old website and blog format to the new. (Click here to take a peek at the new site.) If this post shows up looking askew or weird in any...
An easy networking lesson from my dog
Today's post offers one very simple lesson, for which I can thank my dog, Maggie. She's my 13 year old Goldendoodle - part poodle, part golden retriever. (She will insist she is part human as well).) Maggie has been a really wonderful animal companion all these...
Three questions for uncovering powerful lessons
Those of you who know me well know that I love books and the topic of self-development. In fact, first thing I do each morning (besides let the dogs out and get the coffee going) is take in the daily entries in three of my favorite books: 1) Mark Nepo's Book of...