How your words change your environment | Greg Mazzeo | TEDxWilliam James College
We each have the power to change our environment for better experiences at work, school, and elsewhere. Using leadership and organizational psychology and backed by neuroscience, discover how powerful and influential language and visual cues are to each other and our children.
So, do words really matter? Every person uses language, and it shows up in every environment. We cause reactions in other people's brains and bodies by our behaviors, like the language we use and the flags we fly. Our brains and bodies, and those of our children, are impacted by what we say and do. That is power. We each hold the power to create a thriving and engaged environment through our language and visual cues. This mindset-shifting story is about creating environments where people are engaged, perform at their best, feel safe, and belong. Discover the power you hold and how to change your environment for better results and well-being! Each person should learn their power abilities, changing each environment you find yourself in, so we all reach our best potential! Greg Mazzeo is a culinary and restaurant leader turned organizational and leadership psychologist. He received his associate's degree in culinary arts and bachelor’s degree in food service management. While working as a General Manager, he received his master’s in human resources development and completed his leadership psychology doctorate in June 2025 while working in human resources. His unique practitioner and academic experience inform his service-oriented organizational and leadership development skills by understanding the intersection of people, data, and the environment. He refers to this intersection as organizational and leadership nourishment. He develops individuals, teams, and organizations by shifting mindsets in how people understand their power, influence, and environments. His passion for engagement, performance, and belonging is led by understanding people, data, and the environment. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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