In a world full of chaos and uncertainty, finding real leadership has become more important than ever. Lisa Marie Platske, CEO and Founder of Upside Thinking, Inc., understands this deeply. She has devoted her life to helping people become the kind of leaders who make a real difference – leaders who are driven by purpose and guided by a strong sense of what’s right.

Upside Thinking is not just a program; it’s a journey that helps people find and fulfill their unique purpose. Lisa Marie believes everyone has something special to contribute, and her mission is to give aspiring leaders the support, tools, and guidance they need to unlock their full potential. Through her “7 Pillars of Leadership” and “7 Zones of Well-Being,” she shows leaders how to build resilience, stay connected, and lead in a way that feels genuine and meaningful.

Lisa Marie’s approach focuses on more than just personal success – it’s about building a community of leaders who lift each other up and inspire positive change in the world. With coaching programs, retreats, and media engagements, Upside Thinking helps people become confident, courageous leaders ready to make an impact that goes far beyond themselves.

The Evolution of Leadership                      

Upside Thinking offers coaching and retreats for personal and leadership growth through a three-step process focusing on the 7 Pillars of Leadership and 7 Zones of Well-Being. Founder Lisa-Marie Platske presents concepts through media to build a community of change agents. Retreats provide a conducive environment for contemplation and significant shifts towards resilience and growth mindset.

Coaching Programs

Upside Thinking has several coaching programme designed for individuals who are willing to change their lives. These programs are rooted in the philosophy as well as practice of leadership and offer the necessary tools for the active enhancement of one’s strength. The coaching method upholds a three step procedure which enables leaders to successfully integrate the 7 Pillars of Leadership as well as develop the 7 Zones of Well-Being. This way, personal development is augmented and the definition of leadership extends beyond performance.

They do a lot of constructive self-analysis focused on the areas they have managed to understand and the barriers that prevented them from going further. Also, they try to develop skills such as tenacity and ability to learn which is very important to a leader. However, such approach to the training is purposeful and allows people to communicate their understanding and stories. Even though it is an outside aspect, it fuels changes the most, proving that being a leader is not a lone journey.

Events and Retreats               

The events and retreats, conducted by Upside Thinking, are enriching and empowering activities where participants can immerse themselves more in their personal and leadership growth. In such style events, there is room for participants to reflect and connect as well as to engage with their challenges in a healthy and supportive manner. These retreats especially aim at heightening, almost elevating, the level of impact a participant is capable of. That is, expert facilitators show attendees how to juggle their issues to achieve clarity and focus on a winning purpose.

Every retreat is designed in such a manner that enhances participant experience starting with the pre-retreat sessions that prepare participants for a profound experience. There is a mix of coaching and group work so that the participants can pursue their individual goals. It is not just strategies that you come out with by the end of the retreat. You come out with a sense of purpose and energy to pursue it. The relationships that are built during these occasions are often carried on even after the retreats leading to the creation of a support base among the participants.

Media

A larger number of people hear the voice of Upside Thinking through various media channels where the founder of Upside Thinking, Lisa Marie Platske, shares her insights and expertise. Platske has been a professional speaker for nearly two decades, and has become a sought after expert in leadership training. By engaging audiences authentically and with humor, she is able to have her messages speak to people and to organizations alike.

Law enforcement officer and her acclaim as an award winning leadership expert lend her teachings credibility. Personal stories, challenges and triumphs make her presentations of advice about life and work, to which listeners reflect on their own journeys. Upside Thinking media presence as a platform for sharing transformative leadership principles through keynote speeches, workshops and online courses, is vital for creating a community of like-minded people. 

About the Leader

Lisa Marie Platske, President, CEO and Founder of Upside Thinking, is an award winning leadership expert recognized by the United States Small Business Administration and The International Alliance for Women. After Federal law enforcement, she led her international leadership development company focusing on vulnerability and forgiveness in leadership. Lisa Marie is a member of the Forbes Coaches Council, international best-selling author and contributor for Forbes.com. She lectures to leaders globally, and enjoys walks in the woods with her husband on their farm in central Kentucky.

“Our mission is to empower purpose-driven leaders who dare to make a difference, embody resilience, and transform lives. We provide the tools and guidance to not only achieve personal growth but also inspire a positive ripple effect on the world.”