Deadra Stanton

Deadra Stanton will make you laugh until you cry.

Expert on

  • Life Balance
  • Attitude
  • Communication
  • Humor

Fee Range

$2,000–$5,000

Travels from

AZ, US

Biography

Deadra is widely recognized as one of the Midwest’s top humorists and motivational speakers. With over 43 years in the classroom, a lifetime of juggling motherhood, and the adventure of keeping up with her entrepreneurial husband, Deadra brings a rare blend of comedic storytelling, contagious energy, and heartfelt wisdom to every stage she steps on.

Her unforgettable tales of everyday life—told with humor and heart—resonate long after the laughter fades. Whether you’re chasing a “skinny rabbit” or racing through life at breakneck speed, Deadra’s message reminds you to slow down, laugh often, and savor the journey.

She has inspired thousands at international conferences, chambers of commerce, banking and insurance conventions, educational summits, Fortune 500 events, and is a fan favorite at women’s conferences across the globe.

DON'T SHOOT SKINNY RABBITS

Before we can grow professionally, we have to learn how to survive personally.

In today’s world, change is constant and fast. It’s easy to find ourselves chasing too many skinny rabbits—small, distracting tasks or goals that sap our time and energy. The more we chase, the more we lose focus on what really matters.

Instead, pause. Refocus. Be open to new ideas, reconnect with your core purpose, and release the stress that drives you into the chase.

Let go of the skinny rabbits—and make room for the bold, meaningful pursuits that bring real growth.

FINES DOUBLE IN ROAD CONSTRUCTION

Before we can grow professionally, we need to stay focused on our life journey.

When we’re moving too fast—personally or professionally—we often lose our ability to navigate effectively. Like a construction zone on the highway, life’s transitions require us to slow down, stay alert, and refocus. This session is about doing just that.

Participants will leave with strategies to maintain their focus, embrace a revitalized sense of self, and make their journey not just successful—but enjoyable.

Objectives:

  • Explore healthy, proactive ways to manage stress

  • Reduce the influence of negative energy

  • Practice perseverance through real-world strategies

  • Learn to release stressful environments and stay grounded

WORKING WITH PORCUPINES

What do you get when you mix iPhones, deadlines, and five generations in the workplace?
Porcupines. Everywhere.

In this insightful and humorous session, Deadra—a proud child of the ’60s, mother of two, grandma of four, and a 40-year veteran of the classroom—shares practical tools for working across generational and cultural divides.

With warmth and wit, she helps audiences recognize the “porcupines” we all encounter—those prickly personalities, tough conversations, and unexpected challenges—and how to navigate them with grace, empathy, and a healthy sense of humor.

Key Takeaways:

  • Recognize and appreciate generational and cultural differences

  • Learn strategies to reduce conflict and improve communication

  • Develop the power to pause, listen, and respond thoughtfully

  • Discover how to work with anyone—porcupines included