Featured Talks & Workshops
Elizabeth Su is a sought-after speaker on topics like burnout, career reinvention, perfectionism, and the unexpected power of play. Whether you're planning a corporate summit, an ERG talk, or an in-person or virtual event for your team, Elizabeth’s talks are informative, interactive, and fun.
Engaging, psychology-backed talks that don't feel like a lecture.
And audiences genuinely love!
Elizabeth explores career identity and confidence, and how to feel grounded and self-assured in your career journey, even if it doesn’t follow a conventional path. She unpacks the societal pressures that shape how we define success and how comparison can quietly undermine it along the way. She is familiar with times of career uncertainty and identity shifts, and offers practical tools to help individuals build self-trust so they can move forward with greater fulfillment.
Career Identity & Confidence
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This is the talk people walk out of smiling. Elizabeth weaves together research, storytelling, and a little nostalgia to showcase that play isn't something you earn, it's something you need. Equal parts fun and eye-opening, it's a favorite for team off-sites, employee workshops, and anyone who needs a reminder that joy is part of your purpose.
THE POWER OF PLAY
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Elizabeth explores the hidden cost of perfectionism, blending research with personal experience to show how it impacts both work and life. She highlights why striving for perfection hinders creativity, innovation, and long-term success while sharing how cultivating self-compassion can help. This talk is perfect for empowering women in the workplace.
Perfectionism in the Workplace
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A talk focused on spotting the early signs of burnout, especially in high achievers, and why it tends to show up in the first place. From there, Elizabeth shares simple ways to start stepping out of those patterns and how to work in a healthier way, and properly take care of yourself if you’re experiencing burnout.
Burnout Recovery
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What Sets Elizabeth’s Talks Apart
It’s a fun, engaging experience that helps people reflect and walk away with practical takeaways they can use right away. Her talks are perfect for employee resource groups, women’s groups, leadership workshops, fireside chats, and community events.
Her corporate talks are consistently praised for being interactive and practical.
global chair — Corporate Asian Employee Resource Group (ERG)
"The perfect combination of education and empathy, Elizabeth brings a unique perspective.”
Elizabeth's work bridges traditional wellness practices with modern workplace challenges. Elements of her story will resonate with anyone. It was this intersectionality that really spoke to the Asian women members in our ERG."
EVENTS COORDINATOR — at CHEVALIER's BOOKS
"Soo amazed by your tarot cards & the readings THAT you did."
Thank you again for coming and sharing stories from your life!! I feel like local bookstores are important bc they’re also places for the community to gather. We plan to have more events and would love to have you back!
Anna Sproul-Latimer — Founding Partner & President, Neon Literary
"As someone with ADHD, Elizabeth changed my relationship with work—and possibly saved my life."
I never expected that becoming an executive would flood that refuge. With her patient guidance, she helped me prioritize my needs over others' and realize it’s okay to disappoint others to protect myself. She helped me set boundaries and reclaim my life.
Suzanna Slavin — Music Industry Executive
"Elizabeth Su is an incredible executive coach."
She has been invaluable and instrumental in getting my head right (professionally and personally) and I truly couldn’t have gone through this transitional time in my career without her.
After nearly a decade in Corporate America, Elizabeth experienced burnout firsthand and made the bold decision to rebuild her career from the ground up, ultimately earning her master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University and becoming a full-time writer and creator. She understands what it feels like to start over, navigate uncertainty, and redefine success in an attempt to pursue a more meaningful path.
That personal experience is what sets her talks apart. Elizabeth speaks candidly about burnout, perfectionism, and career transitions, blending her own insights with academic research and interactive exercises that leave audiences feeling understood. Her sessions consistently receive positive feedback and have helped individuals and teams strengthen their professional development.
Honest and Professional Conversations
— Tori, global chair of Asian employee resource group at a tech start-up
“The perfect combination of education and empathy, Elizabeth brings a unique perspective. Elizabeth's work bridges traditional wellness practices with modern workplace challenges. Elements of her story will resonate with anyone. It was this intersectionality that really spoke to the Asian women members in our Employee Resource Group."
— Leslie Mireles-Arvizu, co-chair of the Asian Employee Resource Group at LightBox
“As someone part of the AAPI community myself, I really connected with Elizabeth Su’s talk on workplace burnout, especially her reflections on the pressure to constantly hustle and get everything right. Her talk felt thoughtful and interactive without being heavy-handed, and she shared great practical ideas that resonated with a lot of people. Her perspective on boundaries and workplace culture gave me a lot to reflect on afterward.”
What People Are Saying
about past events
“It was a treat to have you speak. I received SO much positive feedback about your message and the tarot cards. I know of at least three people who used them the next day to set their daily intention!”
— Naomi Peña, Founder & Creator of That Art Party
"I was absolutely thrilled and starstruck when I had the opportunity to collaborate with Elizabeth. It was an honor to co-create a space for play, healing, and community alongside her. Elizabeth is creative, values-driven, and responsive. If you want to work with someone who is authentic, professional, and personable, look no further — Elizabeth is the one!"
— Meredith Thoms, Vice Chair of Advancing Women Inclusion Network (AWIN) at The Washington Post
— Cynthia Huie, Co-Founder of On Waverly
"Elizabeth brings an unforgettable experience that will leave your guests feeling happy and hopeful. Her unique approach in blending psychology, storytelling, and intuition brought a fresh energy to our space. Guests left feeling inspired, intrigued, and empowered, with newfound insights into their own journeys."
