success coach Toronto – Shawn Byfield – Certified Public Speaker, Dance Coach & Choreographer

The Importance Of Having A Coach

It’s true: People at the top of their game rarely do it alone. They always have the best team pushing and challenging them to new heights. Since the very beginning, successful people around the world in every field imaginable had coaches in their corner lead them to where they want to go. The truly smartContinue reading “The Importance Of Having A Coach”

Want To Do What You Love? REALITY: You Don’t Need Permission

Want to do what you love? You can! But you gotta stop asking other people “can I start now?” before taking a chance on yourself. The reality is: placing your power in others to give you a green light won’t help you move forward. Go. Do You. Make today the day you stop waiting for someoneContinue reading “Want To Do What You Love? REALITY: You Don’t Need Permission”

Just Got Off Stage? Why Congratulations Are In Order

Shawn Byfield leading host speaker and coach

Super Congratulations! You Did It! Ok… So what did you do exactly? Here’s what you did: You showed up. You got on stage and shared your passion. You should be extremely proud of yourself! Why? Because sometimes, those nerves suck. But look- despite being nervous, you did it! You got up there despite feeling shaky,Continue reading “Just Got Off Stage? Why Congratulations Are In Order”

Anything Is Possible If You’re Willing To Do This…

Anything is possible if you’re willing to think WAY outside the box. In fact, just throw away the damn box. STOP copying what everyone else is doing. Research some people who ACTUALLY know what they’re doing and have the success you want, and just LEARN FROM THEM. – Shawn Byfield As a sought-after presenter, coachContinue reading “Anything Is Possible If You’re Willing To Do This…”

DO NOT Create Another Theatre Show Until You Read This

Shawn Byfield award winning choreographer

FLASHBACK: That time when I created the #1 musical in Canada with no singers, no band, and not one page of sheet music. And we actually beat We Will Rock You for Outstanding New Musical at the Dora Awards! Such a blessing and I’m still so grateful. Here’s an educational post I hope you findContinue reading “DO NOT Create Another Theatre Show Until You Read This”

What’s The Definition of Insanity?

Definition of insanity: Doing the same thing over and over yet expecting different results. You can’t stay the same and expect things to change. Albert Einstein said it best… “Nothing happens until something moves.” Ask yourself: Are you moving? Are you growing? Are you doing something different to make a difference? What you think ofContinue reading “What’s The Definition of Insanity?”

Here’s Why Turkeys Never Win

A THOUGHT: It’s true, we shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. But here’s a secret… People do! Look the part. If you want people to take you seriously, then a good place to start is by taking yourself seriously. Make sure your outer world is an accurate reflection of your inner world. You won’tContinue reading “Here’s Why Turkeys Never Win”

Just Say YES… Then Figure It Out!

I’ve been preaching this for YEARS, literally: If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity but you are not sure you can do it, SAY YES, then learn how to do it later! Sometimes in life, you gotta be brave. You gotta take a chance. Sometimes in order to be successful, you need to take aContinue reading “Just Say YES… Then Figure It Out!”

WOW… Here’s Why ASKHOLES Drive Me Nuts!

Funny, but not funny post. One of the most frustrating people I meet: ASKHOLES. “Someone who continually asks for advice and does nothing with it” If you didn’t know this about me already: I LOVE helping you. I really do. I know I’m a wired encourager and my purpose is to help others achieve their higherContinue reading “WOW… Here’s Why ASKHOLES Drive Me Nuts!”

#1 Lesson Haters Gonna Learn From Britney Spears

Does it pay to be crazy? Here’s #Motivation: Britney Spears has actually only been in the pop business for a few years. Her first album came out in 1999. To date she’s sold over 100 MILLION albums worldwide. Forbes Magazine recently recognized her as the highest paid female recording artist, $58M, in 2012. HatersContinue reading “#1 Lesson Haters Gonna Learn From Britney Spears”