Welcome! I'm Tracy LaLonde, and my professional journey started when I was just 12 years old, stepping in front of the class for my first presentation. Little did I know, that moment was the spark igniting a lifelong passion for excellence and a career dedicated to unlocking potential in others. With over 30 years of experience in training and public speaking, my drive has always been to help individuals become the best versions of themselves.
Throughout the years, I've become an expert in an array of topics essential for personal and professional growth. From delivering outstanding client service and managing teams effectively, to business development, employee engagement, trust-building, mastering public speaking, establishing a powerful presence, and navigating through the risks of burnout. Although my expertise was honed primarily in the legal and high-tech consulting fields, the lessons and strategies I share transcend all industries.
Now, as I navigate the latter quarter of my career, three topics fuel my passion more than ever: fostering trust between colleagues, becoming a more impactful people manager, and discovering deeper joy in both life and work. My current offerings are meticulously designed around these core areas.
Yet, they all stem from a foundational belief in the power of workforce engagement—how to inspire involvement, commitment, and enthusiasm for one's work and workplace. My commitment to this cause led me to create Joychiever’s Hierarchy of Engagement. This model is the culmination of my experience and insights over the years, a roadmap to creating a professional organization that thrives.
At heart, my mission is simple yet profound: to guide people in excelling at their careers and enjoying the journey along the way. Care to join me?
Starting in high-tech consulting, I initially trained computer programmers in the soft skills necessary to become effective consultants. I began honing my craft in training and development. Soon after, I dove into the dotcom pool—a journey that didn't mint me a millionaire, but rich in learning.
Transitioning my training skills to the legal industry, I found myself at the cusp of creating and nurturing professional development functions inside three prestigious AmLaw 50 firms. It was a time of laying down the legal educational tracks when formal development was just beginning to burgeon.
Ascending to partnership in a boutique consulting firm, I dedicated a decade to honing the art of business development for attorneys. The intensiveness of this phase proved to be both immensely fulfilling and challenging, while I helped shape the career of countless lawyers.
Having overcome burnout, I emerged with a renewed sense of purpose, birthing Joychiever—an endeavor to impart resilience and engagement for both individuals and organizations. My focus now encompasses the critical pillars of trust-building, management mastery, and the relentless pursuit of joy in professionals’ lives.
Outside the office, my life orbits around three core passions: learning, experiencing, and creating. Travel amplifies these themes brilliantly; I've explored 45 states across the U.S. and numerous global destinations ranging from the romantic streets of Paris, the vibrant markets of Bangkok, the wonderful history of Tokyo, the magic of Lake Como, Italy, the vibrancy of Rio de Janeiro to the crystal clear waters of Croatia, each place adding a chapter to my story of worldly education and wonder.
As a fervent soccer enthusiast—or “football” to those in the know, my love for the game has taken me to World Cups in Brazil and Russia, and thanks to David Beckham, I revel in cheering on Lionel Messi at Inter Miami matches as a proud season ticket holder. This enthusiasm for soccer is just one facet of my broader desire to immerse myself in diverse cultural experiences.
Cooking and interior decorating are my creative outlets. Whether experimenting with new recipes or transforming spaces, these activities allow me to channel my inner artist. My fascination with home makeovers is so intense, I could easily spend a day engrossed in HGTV shows, dreaming up new projects.
All these adventures and creative pursuits are shared with my wonderful husband, Robby, and our beloved dog, Butler, making every experience richer and joyfully memorable. In the pursuit of year-round color, we left the wintry landscapes of Chicago in 2012 and now call Miami home.
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