Nora P.
Founder, Certified ADHD Coach, Speaker, Educator at Agile Mindfulness
Education: Bachelor of Electrical Engineering
Omaha, NE, USA
Biography
Nora Plambeck is a passionate and personable individual dedicated to empowering others and fostering genuine human connections. With over 15 years of strategic coaching experience and a diverse cultural background, including parenting a teenager with ADHD, she is a respected voice in creating environments where people recognize and harness their inherent worth and unique strengths.
Nora specializes in transforming organizational cultures, helping organizations develop empowered teams that celebrate diversity and drive innovation. Her approach integrates strength-based models and positive psychology principles, tailored for both corporate settings and personal development.
Her presentations are impactful and practical, designed to inspire action and promote mental health literacy. Known for her engaging style and actionable strategies, Nora is a favorite among audiences seeking to drive real change in their lives and workplaces.
Passion
Adventure and the opportunity to learn about different cultures, traditions, and ways of thinking. Immersing myself in diverse environments and connect with people from all walks of life, share stories, and deepen my understanding of the human experience. One of my strongest beliefs is that the essence of anything lies in it's truest form which will bring forth its absolute best. My mission is to empower individuals to embrace their unique strength and cultivate the confidence to self-advocate for what they need to thrive instead of struggling to cope in an environment that doesn’t suit them
I am willing to travel
More than 100 miles
When it comes to payments
Everything is negotiable
Topics
Best Story
My Journey to Falling in Love with My Younger Self :) For much of my life, I believed acceptance was something that came from outside myself. I tried to please others, overachieve in every aspect, and be more knowledgeable than anyone else. Despite these efforts, I felt a persistent void and wondered why none of it mattered in finding true contentment.
My turning point came when I realized that my need for external validation was rooted in my avoidance of self-reflection and a desire to prove to my younger self that I could redefine who I am, different from who I had to be growing up. I was ashamed to look inward, but this realization led me on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance. I learned that everything I accomplish today stems from the unique qualities my younger self developed and nurtured.
I vividly remember the moment I truly appreciated the strength of my younger self. As I looked into the eyes of my younger self, I felt a profound sense of love and pride. I recognized the passion, determination, and resilience it took to navigate my journey. It was a powerful realization that everything I am today is built on the foundation my younger self laid, and it taught me that true acceptance and strength come from within.
This experience taught me the power of embracing my authentic self and valuing my unique qualities. I hope to inspire others to embark on their journey of self-acceptance and recognize that the most meaningful validation is the one we give ourselves.
Origin Story
Growing up in different countries with diverse cultural norms and beliefs taught me about inherent worth from a young age. As I matured, I realized that social norms often define worthiness based on perspectives, leading to labeling, stereotyping, and fear of the unknown. This realization sparked my passion for empowering individuals who feel limited by societal norms because they believe they do not fit in.
My career began in project management, where I discovered my talent for motivating others. I then shifted to Agile coaching, focusing on helping individuals recognize their strengths and advocate for themselves.
Meanwhile, I advocated for my son with ADHD, working to create a supportive school environment where he could embrace his strengths and become his own advocate, even if his approach differed from others'. I observed similar patterns in educational and workforce cultures that often overlook the diversity of our brains while embracing Diversity Equity and Inclusion, highlighting that without advocacy being initiated by individuals for their own needs, incorporating the diversity of our brains into DEI efforts will continue to be hindered. This led me to start my own coaching business, focusing on empowering individuals to embrace their unique strengths and advocate for themselves.
Example talks
Empowering The ADHD Brain Bridging the Gap with Diverse Supportive Environments
Understanding how the ADHD brain functions and the profound influence of the environment is crucial for creating supportive and empowering workplaces. This speech aims to educate attendees on the unique workings of the ADHD brain, how to recognize environments that either empower or hinder individuals with ADHD, and actionable strategies for organizations to develop effective policies, procedures, and facilities. Additionally, it will address the limitations of a one-size-fits-all approach to mental health and the need for diverse mental health interventions.
In this session, audiences will gain valuable insights into fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that maximizes the potential of employees with ADHD.
Learning Objectives:
-Understanding the ADHD brain
-Recognizing the influence of the enviroment
-Navigating and Identifying empowering enviroments
-Addressing the limitations of One-Size-Fits-All mental health programs
-Creating effective organizational policies and procedures
-Designing supportive facilities
Every Mind Matters Creating Workplaces and Communities Where Every Person Thrives
Mental health plays a critical role in every aspect of our lives. It determines our well-being, as well as how productive, satisfied, and engaged we are in our relationships, life, and work. This is not just relevant to mental illness, but to the more accurate reality of everyday mental health in the lives of individuals, employees, and the culture of our workplaces. Mental health struggles show up in things like stress, anxiety, exhaustion, burnout, and negative coping habits. While individuals and organizations tend to understand this, most lack the foundational systems and strategies needed to build a culture of lasting mental health and wellness.
In this powerful and insightful presentation, Nora Plambeck educates audiences through poignant personal storytelling, critical research, and practical advice. She demonstrates how today’s mental health strategies operate from a lack of public and individual literacy, leading to stigma, fear, shame, and preventing individuals from getting the help they need. It also results in policies that don’t account for individual differences, or strategies that just don’t work. Mental health practices must be informed, diverse, and empower individuals to advocate for themselves.
In this session, audiences will have an opportunity to explore a different mental health strategy operating model that adopts inclusivity, diversity, and personal agency for a lasting approach.
Learning Objectives:
-Education and insights into the continuum of mental health, from illness to wellness
-Applying a self-literacy framework as a central aspect of awareness and policy development
-Enhanced awareness of one’s own emotions and feelings, and the difference between each
-Proven strategies and resources to promote diversity in mental health culture
-Principles and research-backed tools for effective practices, policies, and approaches