Speaker: Sarah Rozenthuler, Chartered Psychologist, Bridgework Consulting Ltd

Summary:

This talk is for leaders, managers, coaches and psychological practitioners seeking to deepen their communication skills, both in personal and professional settings. It is based on the book Now We’re Talking: How to discuss what really matters, which simplifies complex territory with clarity, insight and practical tools.

Sarah Rozenthuler will delve into the power of conversation as a transformative tool. Participants will come away with actionable strategies based on real-life stories and conceptual material. The talk will emphasize the importance of authenticity and emotional connection in conversation as well as ‘reading the room’ and ‘holding space’ in group and team settings.

Whether you are preparing for a difficult conversation at work or seeking to improve your relationships at home, this talk provides the tools to do so with confidence and skill. Meaningful conversations are not just about resolving conflicts or conveying information; they are about creating connections and fostering growth. This humanistic perspective encourages participants to see conversations as opportunities for mutual enrichment, rather than as tasks to be managed or problems to be solved.

Biog:

Sarah Rozenthuler is an international keynote speaker, chartered psychologist and published author. With over 20 years of experience working globally at senior levels in large, complex organizations, Sarah brings extensive expertise in executive coaching, team coaching, board facilitation and leadership development consulting.

As an accomplished author, Sarah has written several impactful books, including Now We’re Talking: How to Discuss What Really Matters (2024), Powered by Purpose: Energise Your People to do Great Work (2020) and How to have Meaningful Conversations (2012.) Through her deep understanding of coaching executives and fostering authentic dialogue, Sarah inspires leaders to collaborate effectively, amplify team potential, and drive organizational success with a meaningful purpose. In 2007, Sarah founded Bridgework Consulting Ltd, a renowned consultancy firm dedicated to empowering leaders, teams, and organizations to achieve greatness.

Sarah is a valued member of the faculty at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford where she teaches on the Advanced Management and Leadership Programme. She imparts crucial dialogue skills and assists leaders in embedding purpose within their organizations and teams, thus fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Sarah also delivers masterclasses for the British Psychological Society where she is an Associate Fellow.