The Family-Business Speaker Your Audience Will Actually Remember
Keynotes & Intensives for Growth-Minded Leaders Ready to Take Action
Keynote Speaking & Intensives
Keynote
Stop Stepping In Stupid
Overview:
A no-BS keynote that exposes the costly patterns holding businesses back and gives your team the tools to break them for good.
Who it’s for:
Family business owners, leadership teams, and organizations ready to stop repeating the same mistakes and start growing with confidence.
Participants walk away with:
- A clear framework to avoid business-killing mistakes
- Practical tools to implement immediately
- A mindset shift from stuck to unstoppable
Keynote
The Performance Advantage
Overview:
Discover how elite performers execute at the highest level—every day. This keynote reveals the routines, focus, and systems that turn hard work into consistent results.
Who it’s for:
Business leaders and teams who want to move from busy to high-performing and create a culture of daily execution.
Participants walk away with:
- The C4 Performance System for championship execution
- Strategies to focus and execute in a distracted world
- Routines that drive results long after the event
Intensive
The Performance Advantage
Overview:
A hands-on, half-day session (virtual or in person) where Shawn works directly with your team to build high-performance routines, align on priorities, and create a game plan you can execute right away.
Who it’s for:
Growth-minded teams and leaders ready to go beyond inspiration and build real momentum.
Participants walk away with:
- A customized action plan
- Simple, repeatable routines for daily execution
- Clarity on what matters most—and how to make it happen
Ready to move from ideas to action?
What Participants are saying
As a client, Shawn modeled what it means to be a visionary leader who not only grows his business but also uplifts the people he works with. He was collaborative, encouraging, and always saw the potential in people. That kind of leadership set the tone for the way his VA, Camille, and my team showed up for him.
Now, as my coach, Shawn continues to inspire me. He has a unique ability to ask the right questions, challenge perspectives, and draw out clarity in moments of uncertainty. His coaching is not about giving answers, but about helping you discover your own and that’s what makes it transformative.
Whether in business or in coaching, Shawn leads with heart, wisdom, and authenticity. I’m deeply grateful for his impact in my journey, and I couldn’t recommend him more highly to any leader who truly wants to grow without losing sight of what matters most.
I attended Shawn's one day coaching program, the value I received is still paying off and is very apparent in my daily life and overall growth. Not only did I walk away with lifelong friendships and a supportive community, but my mindset has forever shifted. Shawn will get you into gear and on track, yes, but he'll also give you tools, ideas and a way of thinking that sets you up to win. I've never met anyone who so genuinely believes in the value of others in the way that Shawn does. Having him in your corner is such a gift, everyone needs a Shawn! Attend one session, and you'll know exactly what I mean. I look forward to attending more sessions.
Shawn is a rare gem in the business world. He cares deeply about others and is absolutely committed to challenging his clients to be the best version of themselves. He lives and breathes coaching and is dedicated to excellence. It's such a pleasure to work with Shawn and his network of talented genuine business stars. He calls it as he sees it and his frankness has helped me grow significantly!
From Event Organizer
As the host of my signature event, Book Breakthrough New York City, Shawn was nothing short of amazing! His style is engaging, entertaining and inspiring – all of which made both our in-room attendees and simulcast audience feel special and right at home. If remarkable is the word you want people to use in describing your event, look no further than Shawn Shepheard.
Shawn was one of our highest-rated presenters. He was great to work with – tailored his presentation to our audience. Always positive and upbeat in our time of working together. I look forward to working with him again!
I had the privilege of hiring Shawn to coach my team here at LinkedIn and it was very successful. He received the highest NPS score of the year. Shawn offers a unique perspective and brings content to the table in a way that is both engaging and easy to replicate. I’ve also had the opportunity to work with Shawn outside of my current role and will continue to do so into the future.
About Shawn
Shawn Shepheard is the coach who won’t make you feel stupid. As an author, speaker, and coach, he helps family-owned business leaders achieve more without working 24/7. Author of ‘Stop Stepping in Stupid,’ Shawn brings 26 years of coaching experience to stages and boardrooms across North America. When not coaching or speaking, Shawn is a big sports fan, including being a lifelong fan of the Dallas Cowboys, and hosts the ‘Stop Stepping in Stupid’ podcast.
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