Over more than three decades, Stuart Fields has helped professionals and teams develop leadership, communication, and learning skills. His work has spanned corporate training, higher education, coaching, and international facilitation. He has delivered more than 50 educational programs to groups ranging from small teams to large audiences.
Stuart's approach draws on an extensive collection of leadership exercises, assessments, training programs, and practical tools. He adapts activities to the needs of the people in the room and encourages participants to consider fresh perspectives, make thoughtful choices, and keep developing after a setback.
His background includes a master's degree in adult learning and leadership, certifications in the Canfield Methodology and technical training, and facilitation credentials for DDI leadership and behavioral interviewing programs. He has also held training certifications through Hewlett-Packard, Agilent Technologies, and The Schwan Food Company.
Living, working, and teaching in Europe and Asia-Pacific shaped Stuart's interest in intercultural communication. He has worked with global learning and development consultancies to adapt and deliver programs for diverse audiences. Today, he teaches English and professional communication through Preply while continuing to draw on this international experience.
Stuart brings personal stories, resourcefulness, and encouragement to his work. His experience with change and setbacks informs the practical, human approach reflected in the C.A.R.E.S. principles below.
To gain trust, you have to be vulnerable. Have a heart, don't be afraid to show it.
Share information people need to hear even if they may not want to hear it.
Seek out and share relevant tools and information to help people make a positive impact.
Help people believe they can overcome challenges and emerge stronger.
Envision alternate ways to proceed and sort through the clutter to find the best path.