Keynotes and Workshops

Learn the Nonverbal Secrets of Persuasion

Do you want to speak and look intelligent at the same time? Release your natural talents and let the world really hear and see what you have to say!

What if you could feel completely comfortable and in control speaking to anyone (or 1000s), anytime, anyplace—leaving them spellbound—in awe of your expertise?

How would your bottom line be different if your teams were inspired to get to work?
Are you frustrated after investing in motivational “Rah-Rah” sessions, only to lose momentum days later?
Is morale and productivity suffering?
Are you tired of working with rigid, risk-averse and change-resistant individuals?

A little secret to the above common problems: lack of motivation, lack of influence, misunderstandings and conflict are symptoms… not the problem. It's a communication problem….

Most Communications and Speaker Trainings teach only how to develop your content. Yet, most of us are already experts in what we want to say…. Sure it’s good to know how to form the content, yet if we don't know when to say what, and what all the cues and signals our nonverbal messages are sending. Your message will fall flat if your body is incongruent with what you say.

Frequently Requested Topics

—Instant IQ: Look more intelligent when your body matches what your mouth says. Nonverbal communication is a powerful tool for creating change, building a positive work environment and facilitating progress toward your company’s goals.
This practical and intriguing presentation gives audiences principles and research-based techniques they can use immediately to bring out their best and to inspire and influence the best in others. During this powerhouse primer on nonverbal communication, audiences will learn to:

Use proven techniques of gesture, posture, voice and expression to enhance their message.
Increase their influence and confidence. Improve communication and teamwork.
Develop strong relationships based on respectful communication.

—Transformational Communication: Inspire, Influence, and Transform. Be more effective. Understand why effective communication is a make-or-break career competency. Gain recognition, build stronger relationships and deliver high-value results for yourself and your organization. Learn how to say, do and deliver your message to:

Build safety and trust without saying a word
Create messages that speak to listeners’ hearts and minds.
Diffuse emotionally charged situations and manage the behavior, not the person.
Foster positive attitudes in others through effective feedback.

—Courage Under Fire: Responding to Conflict. Learn when to communicate (or not), and how to save yourself through “nonverbal self-defense” when handling volatile people and information. The key strategies provided in Courage Under Fire are:

How to identify the dynamics of difficult situations and people
How to advocate your point of view without harming your relationships
How to spot when things are getting emotional and make it safe again
How to listen and really understand others’ point of view
How to define a mutual intent that will inspire action

— The Communication Clinic. When was the last time you thought about screaming “Is anybody listening to me?” To remain effective you have to stay composed and professional. Influential and persuasive communication is vital in business and life. Effective communication is more than the words you say. Communication Clinic increases your verbal and nonverbal skills to influence and inspire others, and in turn, impact the bottom line. These easy-to-learn strategies will enable you to transform yourself, inspire your employees to be team players and turn customers into raving fans. We will cover:

The 5 C’s of Respectful Communication: Competence, Clarity, Confidence, Commitment and Compassion
How to adjust your behavior to communicate with different styles
How to direct others through clear instructions and delegation.
How to break through invisible barriers to discover what matters.
Ways to manage conflict and address problematic situations
Make sure loyalty doesn’t stop at the end of the shift or sale.
How to deflect the poison of criticism and apply the potential of compliments.

Sharon draws from a wealth of experience to also customize your programs and messages to meet your specific needs. Her message focuses on sharing practical communication steps to greater understanding and rapport, while engaging the audience through humor and interaction to create a common purpose. Sharon’s books are available at a significant discount when you provide them as gifts to attendees. Sharon will gladly give a complimentary book signing following her presentation.

To book Sharon Sayler for your event or for an interview, call 888-742-1101 x 102 or contact me using the Contact Form

"…Sharon helped me with a short presentation I had to give. Her keen observation coupled with her understanding of non-verbal communication translates into a powerful coaching style that is both direct yet gentle.   I would highly recommend her services to anyone committed to excellence. Her area of expertise is very unique and critical to anyone who presents or does public speaking."

    Tricia Neves, President
    San Diego, CA
    www.hiringbydesign.com

Do you really know what your body is saying — is it saying the same thing as your mouth? Influential and persuasive communication is vital in business and life today.

As a certified and trained Group Dynamics Coach and Behavioral Observer, Sharon Sayler understands communication strategy and persuasion, including audience analysis, communicator credibility, message construction and delivery.

Mentoring and coaching has worked for star athletes for a long time, why not star performers in all careers—Sharon Sayler is a trusted advisor that knows the communication game, a guide to help you reach your goals. Sharon Sayler offers a safe, enjoyable, "hands-on" (well, technically whole body…) workshop for top executives, sales, marketing, public relations, and other professionals who want to deliver dynamic charismatic, winning presentations.

Author of What Your Body Says (and how to master the message) Sharon Sayler, MBA trains executives, business leaders, speakers who want to Inspire, Influence and Intrigue with their presentations. Her special video-training gives participants practice with observations and other options with your non-verbal techniques. Every participant receives a substantial workbook of tips, visual examples, and workshop highlights.

What Your Body Says (and How to Change the Message) is available by:

One-on-one coaching (in person or over the phone)
Half-day workshops
Full-day workshops the include more practice time
Keynote coaching
Breakout presentations for business and association meetings
Video review with voice over coaching to keep a record of all the great options Sharon offers…

As a Certified Group Dynamics and Perception and Behavioral coach, Sharon Sayler understands communication strategy and persuasion, including systems and group analysis, building credibility and rapport, content construction, non-verbal message delivery, and motivators of change. Sharon doesn’t waste time on empty platitudes. Her interactive coaching and workshops use systems, tools and examples based on her career in business consulting and her long association and mentorship with Michael Grinder, one of the foremost authorities on non-verbal communication and group dynamics.

"Sharon increases your intelligence, by that I mean how you are perceived…. No matter how intelligent you are, if others can’t see it… it doesn’t matter. Her coaching strategies breakthrough resistance and empower you to succeed. She is able to stay within the person’s belief systems and nudge them to expand their self image and charisma. As a person increases their range of behaviors, their effectiveness increases and a whole new range of possibilities open."

    Michael Grinder, Author of 13 books on nonverbal communication and managing groups
    Battle Ground WA
    www.michaelgrinder.com