Stop Hesitating, Start Doing: Simple Habits to Build Confidence, Motivation, and Momentum
November 14th, 2025 | Virtual via Zoom
We all know what we should do—yet hesitation, doubt, and distraction often get in the way. In this fast-paced, interactive session, discover simple, science-based strategies to overcome hesitation, silence negative self-talk, and build habits that drive consistent action and confidence. Drawing inspiration from Mel Robbins’ bestselling books The 5 Second Rule and The High 5 Habit, Angela Berns shares practical tools you can use personally and professionally to spark motivation, courage, and momentum—whether leading a team, delivering a presentation, or tackling your next big goal.
Key Takeaway: Learn how to shift from hesitation to action and from self-doubt to self-belief—and help others do the same.
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify common thought patterns that cause hesitation and inaction in daily work.
2. Apply simple cognitive tools and micro-habits to increase confidence and motivation.
3. Integrate these techniques into coaching, training, and performance strategies to help others take decisive, meaningful action.
Angela Berns, CVA, is an accomplished workforce and volunteer services leader, consultant, and trainer with more than 18 years of experience advancing people, culture, and organizational performance across healthcare, nonprofit, and community sectors. As a national consultant, she partners with hospitals, associations, and community organizations to strengthen engagement strategies, modernize volunteer programs, and design leadership development and recognition initiatives that align with today’s workforce expectations.
Angela led an award-winning volunteer program recognized at the local, state, and national levels during her tenure at UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Hospital, managing a team of four and nearly 950 volunteers across 90 service areas and a $500K annual budget. She has served as President of the Iowa Hospital Auxilians and Volunteers (IHAV) and Leaders of Iowa Hospital Volunteers (LIHV) and as a board member for the Association for Healthcare Volunteer Resource Professionals (AHVRP).
Known for her ability to connect purpose with performance, Angela helps organizations cultivate meaningful engagement—whether through volunteers or employees—that drives retention, learning, and lasting impact. She believes the most successful teams thrive where people feel valued, capable, and connected to something greater than themselves.
When:
Friday, November 14th, 2025
Where:
Online via Zoom
ATD Capability:
Personal
Cost:
Members can log into the website and register to attend the program for free. Other guests will need to register online and pay a fee of $20.00.
This event is worth 1 PDC via SHRM.
