EMPOWER VOICES. UNLEASH INNOVATION. BUILD A BETTER WORKPLACE.
Have you ever watched a great idea die in silence? Or seen a mistake go unchallenged because no one felt safe to speak up?
In today’s rapidly changing world, innovation depends on bold thinking and bold thinking depends on people who are willing to speak up.
In this powerful and engaging keynote, Dr. Sah reveals why even your smartest, most well-intentioned employees often stay silent. Drawing from cutting-edge research on authority, influence, and compliance, she exposes the invisible forces that keep people quiet and shows how this silence can cost companies innovation, trust, and performance.
But it doesn’t have to be this way.
With humor, insight, and practical tools, Dr. Sah empowers audiences with strategies to find their voice and speak up regardless of role or personality. She also inspires leaders to create psychologically safe cultures where ideas are welcomed, concerns are addressed, and creativity thrives.
Audience takeaways
Understand the hidden pressures that suppress speaking up, even in high-performing teams
Build cultures of constructive defiance that drive innovation and smarter decision-making
Develop leaders who encourage constructive dissent and foster inclusion without fear
Reduce burnout, frustration, and turnover by aligning employee actions with values
Improve communication, collaboration, and employee engagement
Drive better business outcomes, including profitability, productivity, and purpose
A copy of Dr. Sah’s bestselling book DEFY
Meet, greet and book signing time with Dr. Sah
Whether you’re navigating change, launching new initiatives, or seeking to unlock the full potential of your team, this talk will spark a culture shift. Expect your people to leave feeling inspired, courageous, and ready to speak up when it matters.
