Building Leaders Through Transformational Leadership Training

At Goodwill Industries of Mississippi, we believe leadership is not just about titles—it’s about influence, communication, and service to others. That’s why we’ve invested in a year-long Transformational Leadership Training Series, designed to strengthen the skills of our team and empower them to lead with confidence and clarity.

Recently, our staff participated in the third installment of the 2025 series, led by Everett Shuppe, a highly respected leadership coach and trainer. This session focused on one of the most important skills for any leader: public speaking.

Why Public Speaking Matters

Whether delivering a presentation to a large audience, speaking to community partners, or sharing a mission story one-on-one, the ability to communicate effectively is vital to Goodwill’s work. Public speaking allows leaders to:

• Inspire and motivate others

• Share the impact of our mission clearly and persuasively

• Represent Goodwill’s values in the community

Through interactive exercises and practical tips, Everett guided our leaders on how to present themselves with confidence, connect with audiences, and communicate messages that matter.

Continuing the Journey

This training series is just one way Goodwill is investing in the professional growth of our team. By equipping our leaders with tools like public speaking, we strengthen not only individuals but our entire organization’s ability to serve the Central Mississippi community.

As we look ahead to the next installments in the series, we’re excited to continue building leaders who live out Goodwill’s mission every day: transforming lives through lifelong learning and meaningful work.