NATIONAL
Leadership Keynote Trainer & Consultant
Today's Choices Creating Tomorrow's Future
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KEYNOTE TOPICS
THREE DEGREES OF LEADERSHIP
Every leader needs to grow the skills essential to leading others well. How can you go from the First Degree-What I did...., to the Second Degree-What the team member should do....., to the Third Degree-Empowering your team.
MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING (MI)
Recognized internationally in the medical, counseling and corrections fields, MI teaches participants how to better connect to people both personally and professionally, focusing on the often missed dynamic of interactions called ‘join up,’ conveying the value of each individual.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INTERVENTION
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DV is sadly a growing problem all over. In 2019 we authored a curriculum that has shown great results over a 3 year study. Participants are 93% successful in not re-offending. We work in collaboration with DOJ officials and agency's to help victims and perpetrators with this trauma informed program.
CULTURE OF YOUR AGENCY
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Does your team want to come to work, or do they have to come to work? How you lead, down to what and how you talk creates a positive or negative culture. Leaders who embrace a strength mindset create happiness and belonging at work.
ABOUT SCOTT
Scott holds a Master of Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of Walden and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology from Bemidji State University. He is the CEO and Founder of Legacy Group, LLC an agency specializing in evidence based trainings.
25+ years in the Helping Fields has been part of his journey, working largely with adolescent populations. Much of his energy is expressed by promoting a Strength Based approach in people and agencies.
Scott was the Treatment Director for a juvenile facility in Upper Minnesota from 1998-2015, where he had oversight in all programming, staff recruitment and training, client treatment implementation and budget spending.
In 2010, Scott founded Legacy Group, LLC a consulting agency, and developed this venture over the next five years until it grew into a full-time commitment. A primary purpose of this agency is to invest in people and help them fulfill their legacy. Too often individuals chase to concept of ‘some day’. This can often lead to missing out on the present, where we should be investing our time and energy. ‘Live the Legacy you want to leave’ is part of his Mission Statement.
Scott has trained in most areas of the U.S. and led several International trainings in Ireland, Phillipines, New Zealand, Canada, and Uganda. He has trained thousands of participants who are committed to learning Evidence Based programs and skills.
OUR MISSION
Equipping individuals with the skills to facilitate successful decision-making now and in the future.
WHAT WE DO
Scott provides keynote presentations in countries all over the world and has worked in 49 of the 50 States.
Scott shares his transformational Legacy Group program at universities, educational conferences, church seminars, and to businesses and individuals.
CLIENTS & TESTIMONIALS
At Legacy Group, Scott has worked with multiple clients of different backgrounds:
National Institute of Corrections, Bemidji State University, Department of Rehabilitation & Correction, South Dakota Department of Corrections, Oak Hills Christian College, United States Probation and Pretrial Services, African-American Families Fatherhood Project
I have had the privilege of co-facilitating 4-day training events on numerous occasions with Scott Nyegaard in the area of cognitive behavioral programming. He is well educated and informed in research and evidence based practices. Scott is well prepared, delivers information with a good sense of humor in an easy to follow format, and creates an environment that is conducive to audience participation.
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– Trish Hansen, MN Dept. of Corrections-District Supervisor
Mr. Nyegaard is a pleasure to present and learn with. He is a professional that actively engages learning and engages other to learn. He is upbeat and passionate about what he presents and demonstrates understanding and knowledge in the content.
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– Dan Falk, Educator
Scott is fabulous. The knowledge of the trainer was very helpful.
– Attendee in Ohio
Artful way of pushing us out of our comfort zone.
– Attendee in Ohio
I really enjoy learning new things-no need for improvement.
– Attendee in Los Angles
Wonderful day, thank you. Very energizing.
– Mental Health Professional, Minnesota
I think Scott is a great trainer, I enjoyed the break-out sessions because they allowed me to gain experience.
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– Attendee in Los Angles
Scott is a great presenter. Thank you for the energy boost!
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– Public Safety Supervisor, Michigan
“I really appreciated the emphasis on leadership. It is not about supervising, be a leader!
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– Manager, Florida
