Did you know one factor that has the biggest impact on overall levels of happiness is social support? A vital happiness indicator is being able to rely on someone, especially in times of need. Positive psychology strategies can have an impact on personal levels of happiness, can create influence throughout your organization, and can lead to happier, kinder, and more joyous workplace experiences. Learn positive psychology facts, engage with others, have fun, and leave with action steps to implement right away.
Yes, Shari wears a brain hat during part of these workshops to emphasize neuroscience!
As a certified facilitator of Real Colors, Shari loves leading teams through this training! Do you want to understand what makes your teams tick? What motivates your teammates?
How are various communication styles utilized with your teams? How can understanding your teams lead to improved culture? After this active workshop, participants will leave with actionable outcomes. Shari has experience of completing the workshop with entire companies, Boards, leadership teams, young professionals, and volunteer groups. The workshop is applicable across all industries.
What color will you be?
Shari offers a range of workforce workshops —a transformative journey toward fostering an inclusive and equitable environment. Explore the principles and practices that drive inclusion and cultivate a culture of belonging. Through engaging sessions, thoughtful discussions, and practical exercises, participants will gain the knowledge and skills to champion initiatives within their organizations. Embark on a collaborative exploration, empowering each other to create positive change and build a workplace that celebrates the richness of the world of work.
Shari Collins (she/her/hers) is an independent consultant that serves as a dot connector!
Experience: Shari is a 2024 inductee in the Marquis Who's Who biographical list of distinguished professionals, and she was featured on the cover of "Insights Success" magazine as "The Most Admired Leader to Watch in 2024." Her career spans across education, training/development, HR, and DEI. With over 25 years in the workforce culture field, Shari enjoys speaking, consulting and training across the globe in various industries. Shari holds several contracts with esteemed companies, including the National Education Association, where she is certified to facilitate 24 professional development courses for educators across the country. She is also on the Advisory Board for Harvard Business Review. Shari is proud to remain a certified educator and workplace mentoring advocate, and she specializes in the use of active engagement and adult learning theory in her work.
Author: Shari is also a published author for the "Parent Ready!" book series.
Education: Shari graduated from Hastings College with a Bachelor of Arts, and from University of Nebraska Omaha with a Master of Science, and she holds numerous certifications.
Free Time: Shari loves reading and learning, caring for her plants, traveling, and spending time with her family, which includes 2 rescue Yorkie sisters.
Volunteering: Shari is the Diversity Director for HR-NE. (HR Nebraska State Council, a state affiliate of SHRM) Shari is serving her 3rd year with the Omaha Chamber's CODE (Commitment to Opportunity, Diversity, and Equity) Planning Team, and she is a Board Member for HRAM (Human Resource Association of the Midlands), serves as the co-chair of the HRAM DEI Committee, the chair of the HRAM IDEAL Award, and is the HRAM Liaison to the CODE initiative. Shari is also a national facilitator for Open Sesame’s DEI Club.
Want to learn more about her passion areas? Just ask!
