About Abby

Abby Shields is a dynamic international speaker  and author who brings objectivity, sensitivity, enthusiasm and a liberal dose of humor to her programs.  Her topics focus on communication, self-sabotage and interpersonal skills.  Some of her most recent clients include the Department of the Navy, Bell South Mobility, and the Social Security Department for the country of Belize.  Abby was named to Who’s Who of Professional Women and Who’s Who of American Educators.  

She is a columnist and the author  of various magazine articles, the training program Directionality and Little Bits of Wisdom - a book of tips for parents and kids on surviving the teenage years.

When Abby Shields speaks, people gain new perspectives.  They refocus on their goals. They go away feeling revitalized and able to achieve their full potential. Her entertaining style delights people and leads them to discoveries about themselves, their work, their group attitudes, and their own behavior. She inspires her listeners to reach for new heights and attain difficult goals. In short, Abby Shields educates people about themselves and about other people in their organization.  She inspires and energizes them to become more productive - immediately!

Testimonials

Education:

“Your skill as a speaker is impressive.  You have the unique ability to ‘read’ your audience and adjust to satisfy their needs.”

                Bob Larson, Field Representative  
                Minnesota Education Association   

“Being a presenter myself, I have a tendency to be critical of other presenters, but you did an absolutely tremendous job.  You exude so much positive energy, in addition to having a wealth of information.”

                Seminar Participant
                Atlanta, GA

Government:

“It was truly uplifting, meaningful and inspiring. I highly recommend this session for any office...”

                D. A. Guichard, Assistant Director
                Records Mangement Department
                Department of the Navy

Medical:

“The positive remarks and perfect score of 4.0 (4.0 max) says it all.”

                Dino Paternostro
                Vice President
                Metropolitan Hospital Council of N.O.

“Abby’s programs are well-researched, fluid, hands on, educating, entertaining, human, and soulful, gripping, and most meaningful.  In our ‘high-tech, low-touch’ society, I am happy to recommend Abby Shields and ‘Synergistic Living’ to anyone in search of a really powerful presentation.”

                Susan Neal Pekios, MA
                Educational Services
                Southeast Missouri Hospital

Telecommunications:

“I found your program to meet our needs perfectly - it was entertaining, informative, motivational and appropriate for both employees and their guests.”

                Jeffrey M.Wilson
                Director, Sales
                BellSouth Mobility

Banking

“We could not have asked for a better way to start the new year. What a ‘prescription for success’ for the yearand for our lives.  Thank you for sharing your philosophy with us.”

                Ginger Laurent
                ASHRM President
                First National Bank

Real Estate:

“(Abby) did her homework and truly understood what our organization is all about.  She captured everyone’s attention and truly inspired each and everyone of us....I recommend her highly.”

                Judy Palisi, LTG, RRC
                Regional Vice President
                Women’s Council of Realtors

Business:

“Your presentation was excellent and your main message was very meaningful.I will always remember the emphasis you placed on training and developing ourselves in the matters of the ‘heart’.”

                Mark R. Molaison, C.P.M.
                President, New Orleans Chapter
                National Association of Purchasing Mgmt

Audiences Say:

“I will make changes.  I enjoyed it!”

“Very insightful, a great tool for educational or manaergerial situations.”

“Good energy seminar.”

“Thanks for reminding me that it’s okay to be me.”

  

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