Dianne Sutton

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About Dianne Sutton

Dianne Floyd Sutton has been active as a Human Resources (HR) consultant, author, instructional designer, trainer, educator, expert witness, career coach, actor, and president of Sutton Enterprises. Her background includes curriculum development, team development, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), leadership and followership development, and diversity, and spans over three decades. Highlights of Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Skill in facilitating work groups in developing measurable short and long-term goals with objectives. Skill in taking complex information and breaking it into manageable and understandable steps or processes for participants Skills in active listening and asking relevant questions Ability to act as a troubleshooter and healer (resolve conflict, develop seamanship) after an organization has been through an HR incident by developing communication skills, conflict resolution, and team building curriculum. Effective, practical, persuasive communication skills in presentations of controversial subject matter. Knowledge of instructional design Experience in the use of humor and storytelling in presentations SE training and developmental events focused on: • Increasing individual employee productivity and effectiveness • Improving employer/employee dialogue and engagement • Accelerating critical thinking, problem-solving, and accountability • Motivating employees and enabling rapid behavior change Today, Dianne, aka "Lady Di," is a sage for individuals and organizations. She is a savvy "give it to you straight with no chaser" human resources expert turned author and speaker. She has authored numerous articles and books that address workplace challenges and competencies. Her books Workplace Savvy and Workplace Etiquette provide practical information and strategies for navigating career development. Presently, she is updating Workplace Etiquette in post-COVID-19 workplace cultures. What do you get when signing "Lady Di" for an event? You get an accomplished speaker, facilitator, educator, author, coach, and mentor. She is an expert and pioneer in the psychology of people in work culture. Do you want humor and engagement? Do you want an intellectual "truth-teller?" Do you want a coach with compassion and empathy? Then, request the services of Dianne Sutton because she has all these qualities to help individuals and your organization.