We understand how many obstacles to success come from within. The challenges of perfectionism, inhibition, and negative self-talk all severely limit possibilities. We believe creativity is the key to overcoming these obstacles, allowing us to view these challenges differently and forge discoveries that otherwise remain elusive.When we learn how to have a different inner-dialogue, we can better manage the stress and anxiety that accompanies the inevitable daily set-backs and uncertainties. When we learn to view these challenges as part of a process, we can accept how they can lead to unexpected outcomes, outcomes that may be different than initially desired.Through our creative and dynamic professional development programs, we build skills to better manage and transform these challenges for the better, so people can feel more confident about bringing their talented selves forward and feel good about the contributions they make.Participants emerge from our programs with enhanced confidence, courage, and resilience as well as the tools to continue their transformation. By conquering perfectionism and negative self-talk, they experience greater satisfaction and productivity in their roles and can contribute more meaningful work to their organizations.Benefits include:Higher degrees of confidence, innovation and creativityLess stress and anxietyOvercome perfectionistic tendencies and negative self-talkIncrease work satisfaction and productivityDecrease burnout

Instructing course in Communication for Business Success

Design and taught graduate courses in Organizational Dynamics. Summer 2015 and 2016 course title, "Communication Competence: Extracting Value in Key Organizational Interactions." Course defines and identifies where Key Organizational Interactions occur both within and external to organizations, the various value points latent in those interactions, and how to use communication as a means to extract that value.

Shapiro Communications partners with our clients to build trusting, loyal and engaged company cultures. As a result, clients bolster their brand perception and maximize revenue opportunities. By developing strong interpersonal communication skills, our clients produce outstanding working environments that positively impact the company culture, customer and client relationships, as well as increase revenue growth.

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Developed and facilitated communication skills continuing education programs nationally. Created original theater-based program that assisted attorney's in recognizing the unintended consequences of using legal styles of communication in various contexts. Focuses on determining where choice points are for making communication decisions that lead to greater competency. Managed audiences of up to 40+ participants.

Taught courses in the field of Communication Studies, including Public Speaking, Small Group Communication, Argumentation and Persuasion, Interpersonal Communication, and Intercultural Communication. Was full-time faculty at Berkeley City College, and taught part-time at the following institutions:The University of Texas at AustinSouthwestern UniversitySan Francisco State UniversityCity College of San FranciscoManhattan CollegeHofstra UniversityCUNY Fashion Institute of Technology