Meg Soper - Motivational Humourist
Meg Soper, one of Canada’s leading motivational humourists uses her experience as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room, comedienne, wife, and mother of two teenagers to deliver unique presentations filled with humorous anecdotes and stress busting strategies for everyday living.
Meg tours extensively as a keynote motivational humourist speaker who combines the skills of a premiere stand up comic with the hands on experience in health care to provide motivational, inspirational entertainment for her audiences. Whether it is speaking about communication, conflict management, dealing with difficult people or managing the stress of everyday life, Meg customizes her presentations to fit the need of the event regardless of the size of the audience.
As a motivational humourist speaker, Meg offers strategies for improved communication and life balance with the knock out punch of comedy. While Meg’s emergence as a premiere motivational humourist was influenced by her ability to make people laugh, it was working in the pressurized environment of hospital operating rooms that she realized how humour could help people better communicate and deal with stressful situations.
Meg’s popularity as a business related motivational humourist was inspired by her belief that laughter really is one of the most effective ways to deal with the day to day stress in our busy lives. Her comedic skills enable her, as a leading motivator, to connect with the audience, break barriers and deliver practical tools and strategies to be more effective not only at work but also at home.
Her unique blend of comedy and inspirational stories provides “humour with a heart”. This is what sets her apart from other motivational speakers in Ontario and Canada. Meg’s presentations are filled with laughter, life lessons and stress reducing strategies that motivate audiences towards personal improvement. During her many years as a stand up comic, Meg learned to recognize the very strong connection between laughter and attitude. The energy she derived as a humourist told her that there was a physiology to laughter. Now in high demand speaking as a motivational humourist to many different audiences using “humour with a heart” she is able to connect with people, motivate them and leave them feeling uplifted and energized.
Meg has a keen eye for dealing with the roadblocks that we encounter on a daily basis. As a motivational business speaker, she is able to motivate people to develop new ways of looking at the options that life presents. Participants come away with a reminder of how we all have the ability to make those choices while taking a leadership role in our own lives and that will ultimately move us along the path to productive and balanced living.
Throughout Canada, North America and internationally, Meg provides business-related motivational humour and entertainment to many different audiences. She currently lives in Oakville Ontario with her husband and two teenaged children while continuing to work on a casual basis at the hospital in the Operating Room when she is not on the road travelling with her speaking career.
What people are saying...
"...yours is a truly remarkable and unique talent. Equally as amazing is the high level of energy that never lets up - combined with a great sense of humour and keen wit; you left a lasting impression on all of us fortunate enough to experience your positive spirit. The feedback from everyone in the audience was all positive - with comments from our members and their families like awesome, amazing, fantastic, hilarious, and WOW used to describe your presentation. Never before have we received such glowing accolades - you have certainly raised the bar for any guest speaker daring enough to follow net year."
–Education Manager, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
Thank you for being our keynote speaker at our recent New Brunswick Nurses’ Union (NBNU) annual meeting. Your presentation on “Get Connected and Stay Plugged in” was uplifting, engaging and enlightening. Your approach was refreshing, and one that should be shared by all. You presented in a manner that was both humorous and entertaining, while still getting your point across to the entire audience. You completely captured the nurses with your energy, your conviction and the undeniable truth of your message!
Your presentation was a resounding success with our members. I can state unequivocally, on behalf of the NBNU, that you have been one of the best motivational keynote speakers we have had so far. The members not only felt energized, but also left with tools to help them stretch beyond their current expectations.
On behalf of the members of the New Brunswick Nurses’ Union, thank you for such a stimulating presentation and for providing our nurses with such enlightening and powerful tools.
–New Brunswick Nurses Union
“We have received such amazing feedback from your show…you were absolutely fabulous. I have hired a lot of comedians and professional speakers in my career and I would easily put Meg at the top of my list.”
–Practice Solutions Software Inc. – a CMA Company
“Thank you for the fantastic job you did for our teachers. The feedback has been extremely positive and they are still talking about your presentation.”
–Halton Catholic District School Board
“Our colleagues feel uplifted, inspired, and ‘lighter’ as a result of last night. We could use a weekly dose of this kind of positivity! Thank you for bringing your authentic and funny self and sharing with us.”
–St. Joseph’s Health Care, London
“You were wonderful. You poured your heart and soul into the presentation and it truly showed.”
–Hamilton Police Service
“The feedback from your presentation has been tremendous. Our staff appreciated that you took the time to know about us and our work, and that made your presentation all that more relevant and meaningful.”
–Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University
“So many participants took the time to tell me how much they enjoyed your hour of tips and laughs. We had a tremendous amount of positive feedback. It was great. You really set the tone for the rest of the day. Thank you so much for being such a great spirit and a fantastic entertainer.”
–VP Treasurer, Ontario Power Generation Inc.
“I have organized this event for 10 years and I have never received so many positive comments. We really appreciated how you customized the presentation for the audience. We would love to have you back and I would highly recommend you to others.”
–Advertising Manager, Simcoe Reformer
Programs
Meg's programs are available in a variety of formats. These include keynote presentations, half-day or full day seminars or workshops.
Wit, Fit and Balance…Strategies for Success
Meg Soper’s twist on life provides her motivational life balance presentation with a perspective only a stand up comic could possibly deliver. This presentation takes you through the stresses of everyday life and sheds a humorous light on it. Whether you are faced with stress in the workplace or the inevitable obstacles of daily living, Meg offers a refreshing perspective. You will leave in stitches, armed with a number of strategies to enhance your life experience and maintain a sense of balance.
Humour is One Size Fits All
This stand up presentation proves you can find levity in any life situation. Whether you’re facing the perils of middle age or juggling a career and family, Meg will help you find a laugh along the way. Run some of Meg’s pithy, stress-relieving ideas up the flagpole and learn to embrace her philosophy that “life is too short to stuff a mushroom”. You will leave feeling enlightened, energized and entertained.
Get Connected and Stay Plugged In
This light hearted interactive presentation focuses on effective communication, conflict management and dealing with difficult people. Develop strategies to enhance relationships on both a personal and professional level. Through laughter and interactive energy people will come away with a better understanding of each other’s challenges and unique qualities. You will leave armed with practical strategies geared towards a healthier, happier and more productive workplace environment.
