Shola Kaye
Empathy at Work keynote speaker & program leader (Inclusion, Communication & Leadership) at Shola Kaye Ltd - Empathy at Work, Inclusive Leadership, Communication- Claim this Profile
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Cindi Wirawan 林幸妮 „I had the privilege of having a mentoring session with Shola. Her insights and advice as a keynote speaker and coach were very helpful and actionable. I’d highly recommend her to anyone looking for a speaker, coach or mentor! Thanks Shola 🙏
Shaheel Ramful „Shola delivered a very engaging and informative talk as part of Cell & Gene Therapy Catapult's ED&I Initiative focusing on Black History Month. She spoke about workplace inclusivity and all staff can use empathy and various communication tools to be better colleagues and promote diversity. She also incorporated her personal experiences on some of the biases that exist in the workplace and was able to provide valuable insights in a way that not only benefits under-represented groups, but everyone in the workplace as a whole. She was recommended to me as a speaker by a fellow colleague who had previously attended one of her talks. Shola's content was very well-received by all our staff members and has definitely helped with our ED&I initiative!
LinkedIn Mitglied „Shola delivered two webinars on Inclusion and Diversity across different time zones to a global employee audience and was a pleasure to work with throughout. Her content was excellent and presentation style incredibly warm and engaging - not an easy thing to do when delivering virtually! The feedback has been very positive. Thansk again Shola.
Cindi Wirawan 林幸妮 „I had the privilege of having a mentoring session with Shola. Her insights and advice as a keynote speaker and coach were very helpful and actionable. I’d highly recommend her to anyone looking for a speaker, coach or mentor! Thanks Shola 🙏
Shaheel Ramful „Shola delivered a very engaging and informative talk as part of Cell & Gene Therapy Catapult's ED&I Initiative focusing on Black History Month. She spoke about workplace inclusivity and all staff can use empathy and various communication tools to be better colleagues and promote diversity. She also incorporated her personal experiences on some of the biases that exist in the workplace and was able to provide valuable insights in a way that not only benefits under-represented groups, but everyone in the workplace as a whole. She was recommended to me as a speaker by a fellow colleague who had previously attended one of her talks. Shola's content was very well-received by all our staff members and has definitely helped with our ED&I initiative!
LinkedIn Mitglied „Shola delivered two webinars on Inclusion and Diversity across different time zones to a global employee audience and was a pleasure to work with throughout. Her content was excellent and presentation style incredibly warm and engaging - not an easy thing to do when delivering virtually! The feedback has been very positive. Thansk again Shola.
Cindi Wirawan 林幸妮 „I had the privilege of having a mentoring session with Shola. Her insights and advice as a keynote speaker and coach were very helpful and actionable. I’d highly recommend her to anyone looking for a speaker, coach or mentor! Thanks Shola 🙏
Shaheel Ramful „Shola delivered a very engaging and informative talk as part of Cell & Gene Therapy Catapult's ED&I Initiative focusing on Black History Month. She spoke about workplace inclusivity and all staff can use empathy and various communication tools to be better colleagues and promote diversity. She also incorporated her personal experiences on some of the biases that exist in the workplace and was able to provide valuable insights in a way that not only benefits under-represented groups, but everyone in the workplace as a whole. She was recommended to me as a speaker by a fellow colleague who had previously attended one of her talks. Shola's content was very well-received by all our staff members and has definitely helped with our ED&I initiative!
LinkedIn Mitglied „Shola delivered two webinars on Inclusion and Diversity across different time zones to a global employee audience and was a pleasure to work with throughout. Her content was excellent and presentation style incredibly warm and engaging - not an easy thing to do when delivering virtually! The feedback has been very positive. Thansk again Shola.
Cindi Wirawan 林幸妮 „I had the privilege of having a mentoring session with Shola. Her insights and advice as a keynote speaker and coach were very helpful and actionable. I’d highly recommend her to anyone looking for a speaker, coach or mentor! Thanks Shola 🙏
Shaheel Ramful „Shola delivered a very engaging and informative talk as part of Cell & Gene Therapy Catapult's ED&I Initiative focusing on Black History Month. She spoke about workplace inclusivity and all staff can use empathy and various communication tools to be better colleagues and promote diversity. She also incorporated her personal experiences on some of the biases that exist in the workplace and was able to provide valuable insights in a way that not only benefits under-represented groups, but everyone in the workplace as a whole. She was recommended to me as a speaker by a fellow colleague who had previously attended one of her talks. Shola's content was very well-received by all our staff members and has definitely helped with our ED&I initiative!
LinkedIn Mitglied „Shola delivered two webinars on Inclusion and Diversity across different time zones to a global employee audience and was a pleasure to work with throughout. Her content was excellent and presentation style incredibly warm and engaging - not an easy thing to do when delivering virtually! The feedback has been very positive. Thansk again Shola.
Experience
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Shola Kaye - Empathy at Work, Inclusive Leadership, Communication
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United Kingdom
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Empathy at Work keynote speaker & program leader (Inclusion, Communication & Leadership)
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Jan. 2017 - –Heute
In the current climate, empathy matters more than ever. It's a vital component of successful Leadership, Diversity & Inclusion, and Communication initiatives. As well as delivering keynotes on Empathy at Work, and Empathy, Diversity & Inclusion, I deliver longer programmes including 'How to Lead with Empathy', 'Inclusive Leadership for the modern workplace', and 'Empathy under pressure' - sharing how to be empathetic in today's fast paced and uncertain workplaces. Find out more at https://sholakaye.com/speaking or for the From Empathy to Equity DEI programme, go to sholakaye.com/empathy-to-equityMy clients say things like: 'Wonderful. The team is already looking at ways of using the frameworks Shola outlined and increasing overall empathy when communicating with one another. An informative and engaging session.' The United Nations'Can't thank you enough for your eye-opening, innovative and insightful sessions on Empathy for Leaders.' American ExpressAs an ex-performer I make sure my sessions are engaging, energising and interactive. Participants leave the sessions with actionable, effective and practical frameworks they can use immediately.
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Women in Industry/Diversity & Inclusion Speaker
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Jan. 2016 - –Heute
Speaker and workshop leader on topics such as microaggressions; bias, power & privilege; and challenging conversations. Find out more: sholakaye.com/women-diversity and sholakaye.com/empathy-to-equityINTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2023Shola's featured speech: Embrace Equity with the Power of Empathetic CommunicationThe theme of IWD 2023 is all about supporting gender equity. The progress of women and marginalised groups has been hit hard by the pandemic and other economic and political factors.Now, more than ever, we must take steps to redress imbalances and get on the path to creating a just environment for all. The goal: to show up at work (and in the world) as our best selves, and be treated with respect, fairness, compassion and consideration, regardless of our gender and other identity markers. Each workplace is unique with its own set of challenges so for this keynote, Shola will focus on giving participants the inspiration and tools to rally stakeholders and be catalysts for change.The keynote will begin by exploring some of the reasons why gender equity is urgently needed in today’s workplaces. We’ll then look at the power of empathy and explore communication strategies for challenging the status quo so that your attendees walk away with concrete tools to encourage and create equity. Learning objectives: The value of empathy and compassionThe importance of taking an intersectional approach – advancing together, not apartBias-breaking questions to ask whenever we make decisions that affect othersHow to speak up, be heard and challenge others respectfullyEmpathetic questioning: techniques for calling out and calling in when you see inequities and bias in actionA step-by-step framework for asking for what you want – it starts with us!This is a dynamic keynote which incorporates plenty of opportunities for audience interaction as well as moments to reflect.Find out more about booking this speech at https://sholakaye.com/women-diversity
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LinkedIn Learning Instructor
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Sept. 2019 - –Heute
Creator of the LinkedIn Learning Course 'Public Speaking: Energize and Engage Your Audience' (Be a Dynamic Presenter). Find out more here: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/public-speaking-energize-and-engage-your-audience
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Author
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Jan. 2017 - –Heute
Books include: Amazon bestseller 'How to be a D.I.V.A. at Public Speaking'. You can download a free chapter or find out more at https://sholakaye.com/divabook.Book 2: 'Big Talk, Small Talk & Everything In Between' - available now at Barnes & Noble, Amazon and other book sellers. geni.us/bigtalkThe third is a book for introverts, technical & STEM professionals and anyone wishing to run inclusive meetings to which everyone contributes.Stay tuned for release information.
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Podcaster
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Apr. 2019 - –Heute
I host the podcast 'Shortcuts to public speaking success'. Each episode is just 5-15 minutes long and contains useful tips to improve your public speaking. https://sholakaye.com/podcast It has been listed as one of the top 10 public speaking podcasts on the web.
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Vlogger and online content creator
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Apr. 2017 - –Heute
I have created online courses and bespoke content for thousands of students around the world.
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Communication Expert
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Jan. 2015 - Jan. 2019
I work with individuals and teams with technical know-how that need to get their point across with confidence and clarity. This might be during video conferencing, pre-recorded videos or in-person conferences and high stakes meetings. My clients are typically, but not limited to, tech teams, data practitioners, engineers, accountants and the legal profession.Find out more: https://sholakaye.com/public-speaking-coach I have a STEM background and use frameworks and models that are memorable and easy to apply.Clients say: 'The workshop was very practical and all the useful tools she shared could be put to use immediately. It was a wonderful mixture of practical tips for presenting, as well as theoretical content, which all the delegates responded well to.'
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Professional musician and performer
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Canada
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Musicians
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100 - 200 Employee
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International performer
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Jan. 2001 - Juni 2019
Professional international jazz and Motown singer, performing internationally and throughout the UK. Professional international jazz and Motown singer, performing internationally and throughout the UK.
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Web Producer
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Jan. 2000 - Jan. 2001
Web producer. Worked with clients Charles Schwab, Ford Motor Company. Web producer. Worked with clients Charles Schwab, Ford Motor Company.
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Princeton Consultants
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Management Consultant
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Jan. 1996 - Jan. 2000
Key clients were Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Prudential Insurance Corporation of America. Project management, designed management reports, implementation of new projects, meeting facilitation, Excel programming. Key clients were Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Prudential Insurance Corporation of America. Project management, designed management reports, implementation of new projects, meeting facilitation, Excel programming.
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Education
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University of Cambridge
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University of Oxford
PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education, Physical Sciences -
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Emory University
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Goldsmiths, University of London
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