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Speeches*

 


Sharon W. Lovoy, SPHR, a certified HR specialist, offers presentations which are energetic in nature with the desired outcome of moving participants to action, with researched information that they WILL implement. Her presentations will give your organization information that is fresh, motivational, and meaningful to boost the participants’ morale and energy level, with high-content value.  Your audience will leave alive with possibilities.

The wide variety of topics offered move beyond the limitations of traditional “best practices” and objectives to achieve maximum results by tailoring all sessions to meet your needs and goals.

Sharon has been engaged as a keynote speaker to set the tone for a conference or as a concluding speaker to give the participants a memorable send off.  She has also presented at ceremonies and celebrations as well as concurrent and plenary sessions.

The following are examples of some of the most popular speeches Sharon has been invited to deliver.
 

  • Sleep Deprivation:  Do We Need a Wake-Up Call?

  • Generations in the Workplace: Conflict or Collaboration?

  • Taking an Inventory of Your Life

  • Human Resources:  Return to the Noble Profession

  • Time Management

  • Is There Life After Layoff?

  • Introduction to "Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High™" by VitalSmarts™

  • Introduction to "Crucial Accountability™" by VitalSmarts™

  • Introduction to "The Influencer: The New Science of Leading Change™" by VitalSmarts™

  • Introduction to "Change Anything: The New Science of Personal Success™" by VitalSmarts™

 

*NOTE: Other topics can be tailored for the client's needs.  Examples:

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 "Sleep Deprivation: Do We Need a Wake-Up Call?"


This topic is appropriate for a keynote address, concurrent session, after lunch or dinner presentation, or final plenary session.  In a powerful style Sharon makes the case that sleep has become so devalued by our society that we often cut back our sleep to extend our day.  This compelling presentation has caused several organizations to determine that sleep deprivation must be made a part of their safety briefings for all employees, especially those who are working shifts or who are operating vehicles or heavy equipment.


Participants will receive training to:

  • Identify the pitfalls sleep deprivation

  • Determine the steps that must be taken to deal with sleep issues


Following are sample evaluative comments.

“I must admit that I was one of the skeptics who wondered why we were having this as a topic at our meeting; a week later I got my answer.  I almost drove off the road and realized that I was too tired to drive."

“She made me think about how much I endanger myself and everyone around me when I brag about getting along on a few hours sleep."

“We are now making 'sleep deprivation and its dangers' a part of our safety presentation at work.  Thanks for the wake up call!"

"Our city workers got the wake up call that was a long time coming!"

REQUIREMENTS:

LENGTH OF PRESENTATION: 1 hour  
MATERIALS: A master handout is furnished to the client with specific directions for photocopying.
EQUIPMENT: LCD projector and screen

 

“Generations in the Workplace: Conflict or Collaboration?"
 

This topic is appropriate for a keynote address, concurrent session, after lunch or dinner presentation, or final plenary session.  In an interactive style, the participants are taken through a series of questions that allows each to examine how they view themselves and members of the other generations.  Always humorous, this presentation is useful for small groups or large groups.

This presentation was given at a conference in Huntsville, Alabama, in which every major employer was present.  Sharon was part of a presentation that included several key individuals such as generals and CEO's.  Her portion won rave reviews from the participants. It has also been presented to several Human Resources groups, and other professional conferences.  Evaluations have been excellent.

LENGTH OF PRESENTATION:  Tailored to address the needs of the client.   Minimum - 30 minutes.  Usual length - 45 minutes to 1.5 hours.
MATERIALS: A master handout is furnished to the client with specific directions for photocopying.
EQUIPMENT: LCD projector and screen

 

“Taking an Inventory of Your Life”
 

This topic is appropriate for a keynote address, concurrent session, after lunch or dinner presentation, or final plenary session.  In a provocative style, the participants are taken through a series of questions that allows each to examine how stress, workaholism, time management, critical decision making and listening skills have an impact on their lives.  The participants are challenged to explore ways to balance work pressures to get the most for themselves, professionally and personally, and give the most to their organization.  This particular presentation is useful for small groups or large groups.

This presentation was given at a conference in Puerto Rico with 300 participants, a Realtor’s Conference with 425 participants, a Human Resources Conference with 189 participants and a Public Health Conference with 250 in attendance.  It has also been presented to smaller civic groups, chambers of commerce and professional and technical conferences.  Evaluations have been excellent.

  Following are sample evaluative comments.
“Dynamic”
“The best speaker! Was superb to end with a successful, high, solidly delivered message.”
“Interesting to look at stuff from a little different view point.”
“Such a dynamic lady.  Really makes you look at your life.” 


LENGTH OF PRESENTATION:  Tailored to address the needs of the client.   Minimum - 30 minutes.  Usual length - 45 minutes to 1.5 hours.
MATERIALS: A master handout is furnished to the client with specific directions for photocopying.
EQUIPMENT:  LCD projector and screen

 

“Human Resources: Return to the Noble Profession"


This topic is appropriate for a keynote address, concurrent session, after lunch or dinner presentation, or final plenary session.  Sharon Lovoy, as a former HR director and as an active partner with her many clients has had an opportunity to view this function from both sides of the fence. She makes a case for the Human Resources as having a key role in shaping the conscience of the organization. She challenges Human Resources to get out of the role as policy maker/enforcer and becoming an advocate in the organization who is willing to bring hard topics to the attention of top management. She gives options about how the organization can play a pivotal part in the community with HR championing this effort.

This presentation has been given to leadership seminars, SHRM chapters (including state conferences) and ASTD chapters in several locations, professional conferences, and HR departments in organizations.  Evaluations have been excellent. In each case, Sharon has received an additional invitation to return.

LENGTH OF PRESENTATION:  Tailored to address the needs of the client.   Minimum - 30 minutes.  Usual length - 45 minutes to 1.5 hours.
MATERIALS: A master handout is furnished to the client with specific directions for photocopying. 
EQUIPMENT:  LCD projector and screen

“Time Management”
 

This topic is appropriate for a keynote address, concurrent session, after lunch or dinner presentation, or final plenary session.  In an intriguing style and powerful manner, the participants look at key tools such as managing interruptions, dealing with procrastination, protecting their sleep, getting a handle on paperwork are key to feeling in control. The participants are challenged to explore ways to balance work pressures to get the most for themselves, professionally and personally, and give the most to their organization.  This particular presentation is useful for small groups or large groups.
This presentation was given at a conference in Puerto Rico with 300 participants, a celebration for a major insurance provider, as well as smaller civic groups, chambers of commerce and professional and technical conferences.  Evaluations have been excellent.

LENGTH OF PRESENTATION:  Tailored to address the needs of the client.   Minimum - 30 minutes.  Usual length - 45 minutes to 1.5 hours.
EQUIPMENT:  LCD  projector and screen
 


“Is There Life After Layoff?”

 

This topic is appropriate for a keynote address, concurrent session, after lunch or dinner presentation, or final plenary session.  Sharon relates her story of her layoff which occurred in December 1991, just before Christmas.  She tells her story about her layoff, a family death, her car accident and subsequent fall into depression and self pity.  She ends on a high note with her rise back to rejoining the world with enthusiasm and optimism. This story became the cornerstone for the chapter of a book that she authored for ASTD on consulting.  According to the technical editor, it was one of the most interesting chapters submitted.
This presentation has been given at leadership seminars as well as smaller civic groups, chambers of commerce, professional and technical conferences.  Evaluations have been excellent. In each case, Sharon has received an additional invitation to return.

LENGTH OF PRESENTATION:  Tailored to address the needs of the client.   Minimum - 30 minutes.  Usual length - 45 minutes to 1.5 hours.
MATERIALS: A master handout is furnished to the client with specific directions for photocopying.
EQUIPMENT:  LCD projector and screen

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