Linda Marshall is an emotional intelligence speaker, motivational speaker, leadership coach, and author based in Ontario, Canada, inspiring audiences to lead with purpose and emotional insight for lasting impact.
A trailblazer in leadership development and emotional intelligence, Linda Marshall is the President of Marshall Connects and a respected thought leader, author, motivational speaker, television host, and entrepreneur. With over 35 years of leadership experience, Linda is passionate about equipping professionals with the tools to lead with emotional intelligence and drive meaningful change.
Linda launched Marshall Connects following a distinguished corporate career in senior executive roles. She is a certified Emotional Intelligence Trainer (EQ-i 2.0 and EQ 360), a Personality Dimensions® Facilitator, and a proud member of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS). Linda is also a Distinguished Fellow and Adjunct Professor at Mohawk College, inspiring emerging professionals to unlock their full potential.
As a recognized eSpeakers expert and trusted voice in workplace culture and performance development, Linda empowers people to lead with confidence, connect with purpose, and transform their organizations.
Linda is the author of two transformational books:
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Linda works with leaders, teams, and individuals to develop emotional intelligence through dynamic speaking engagements, customized consulting, and one-on-one coaching. Whether on stage, in the boardroom, or virtually, her ability to engage and inspire makes her a sought-after facilitator and trusted advisor.
Her services include:
With over 35 years of experience and a proven track record, Linda empowers professionals to lead with confidence, build stronger relationships, and achieve meaningful results.
Discover how emotional intelligence and self-awareness support stress management, helping you recognize burnout warning signs and respond more effectively in the workplace before problems escalate.
Strengthen self-awareness, self-management, empathy, communication, and resilience through emotional intelligence to respond to workplace bullying with greater confidence, clarity, and emotional control.
Learn how emotional intelligence strengthens leadership effectiveness, employee engagement, trust at work, and high-performing teams through meaningful leadership check-ins and authentic connections.
Discover how boredom, emotional intelligence, self-regulation, creativity, innovation, and problem-solving work together to strengthen thinking, awareness, and intentional action in everyday life.
Emotional intelligence, kindness, and gratitude strengthen emotional well-being, build meaningful relationships, and create positive ripple effects in workplaces, communities, and everyday life.
Emotional intelligence and self-awareness strengthen leadership presence, emotional energy, and workplace relationships, shaping trust, communication, credibility, and connection before we speak.
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