Speaking & Workshops

Speaking, panels (moderation and participation), and workshops exploring emotions, conflict resolution, organizational motivation and self actualization

Based in San Francisco · Available on short notice within city limits

For conventions

Every professional field or community is made of people. I give talks to a wide range of audiences about the common human component and they emotions they feel.

Emotions in the field

Career & emotion

In this adaptable talk, I explore how emotions play out in a particular profession. I focus on personal impact, avoiding burnout and managing expectations. The main purpose is helping professionals rediscover why they love their field.

Smart disagreement

Communication

In this talk, I show how two smart, experienced people can see the same situation and come away with different conclusions. I explore the intuitive, cognitive and narrative systems of human thinking— and how they can clash with one another.

For companies

Eristic teamwork

Working better

In this workshop I talk about Eristic team setups which maximize each teammate's sense of contribution and belonging. We look at team size, team structure, 1:1s, meeting formats, development cycles and more.

Anger at work

Conflict workshop

In this lighthearted, fun and non-blaming workshop, I examine the different forms of anger and how they show up at work. Then we work through strategies on dealing with it and keeping it non-destructive.

Love, fear & guilt

A basic primer

This is a simple workshop that talks about love, fear and guilt as the basic emotions. It's a reminder to everyone that people are different, and a great boost to emotional cohesion.

Decision-making

What's important?

The decision-making workshop combines a bit of everything from the other three. Aimed at decision-makers and leaders, this workshop uses Eristic thinking to figure out priorities and plans of action.

For individuals

I love helping individuals the most. I mostly focus on Eristic archetypes, the common pitfalls they face, and strategies for managing emotions. I don't provide ongoing coaching, but rather one-time sessions that get people moving in the right direction.

Self actualization

Being the best you

Let me help you be a better artist, writer, professional or whatever it is you do best. My coaching lets the best become even better.

Emotional coaching

Pushing past problems

I offer emotional coaching which mostly revolves around recognizing emotional addiction and addressing it step-by-step.

Formats

Solo Talks

10-60 minute presentations tailored to your theme and audience.

Panels & moderation

Engaging discussions that dig into real points of tension.

Interactive workshops

Hands-on sessions involving Eristics.

Short-notice replacement

Available in San Francisco to step in on short notice.

Booking

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