“Why Settle for the Balcony? How to Get a Front-Row Seat in Life”
Are you playing it safe—or showing up fully engaged in your life and work?
In this high-energy, motivational keynote, Hall of Fame speaker Marilyn Sherman challenges audiences to stop waiting, stop hesitating, and start showing up fully engaged in their work and their lives. Through relatable stories, humor, and actionable insight, Marilyn equips attendees with a simple framework they can apply immediately.
What You’ll Learn: The SEAT of Success Framework
Attendees will learn how to:
- S – See the outcome you desire
Get crystal clear on where you’re going instead of drifting on autopilot. - E – Energy matters
Learn how to protect your energy and lead with a positive, intentional attitude—especially during change and uncertainty. - A – Attitude is a choice
Shift perspective, reclaim control, and respond to challenges with confidence instead of frustration. - T – Tenacity at max capacity
Develop the resilience and grit needed to stay in the game when the road gets rough.
This session is inspiring, practical, and packed with “aha” moments that spark immediate action. If you’re ready to stop sitting in the balcony and start living in the front row—this program is for you. This session will leave you inspired, empowered, and ready to take action immediately. If you’re ready to stop settling and start showing up—this is your front-row invitation.
When: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
Location: 3230 S. Procyon #28 (between Desert Inn and Regulus), Las Vegas, NV 89102
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/
Speaker Bio — Marilyn Sherman
Marilyn Sherman, CSP, CPAE, is a Hall of Fame keynote speaker who has spent over 25 years inspiring audiences to step out of their comfort zones and claim a front-row seat in their lives. She is the founder of UpFront Presentations and one of the most engaging, high-impact motivational speakers in the corporate and association space today.
Marilyn’s dynamic presentations help teams re-ignite passion, boost morale, navigate change with positivity, and develop practical tools they can use immediately. With a background in corporate training and professional development, she connects with every audience—especially those who think they can’t be motivated. Audiences consistently say, “She wasn’t just speaking to us—she was speaking right to me.”
Marilyn is also an author of multiple books, including Why Settle for the Balcony? How to Get a Front-Row Seat in Life—a guide to living with intention, courage, and passion. Whether she’s on stage or posting her weekly Front-Row Friday video series on YouTube, her signature focus is helping people maximize their potential and take bold steps forward.