Sinikka Waugh, PMP, President and CEO of Your Clear Next Step, spends her days helping people have better workdays. Trainer, coach, business leader, and difference maker, Sinikka is known for consistently helping people solve problems and get things done at work. With a 20+ year background in languages, literature, and project management, Sinikka has helped over 50,000 people have better workdays since 2008. Her clients value how her professionalism blends seamlessly with her down-to-earth, “try this now” approach and her passion for helping others.

Sinikka holds a BA from Central College, an MA from the University of Iowa, and is a certified Project Management Professional through the Project Management Institute (PMI).

Her Presentation:

Empowering Change Makers with Sinikka Waugh

Change is an inevitable part of business, but how you manage and empower the people leading that change can determine your company’s success. In this engaging session, Sinikka Waugh will share real-world insights on identifying, equipping, and retaining top change makers—those employees who drive projects forward, lead transformation, and make things happen. Without the right support, these high-impact individuals can become frustrated and walk away, leaving businesses struggling to maintain momentum.

Drawing from her 16+ years of experience as a business owner, Sinikka will provide practical tools and strategies to break down barriers that hinder progress, recognize and develop change leaders, and foster a workplace culture that embraces transformation. Attendees will leave with actionable techniques to enhance communication, empower key talent, and turn workplace disruptions into opportunities for growth. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an expert in leadership and change management at BOSS 2025!