How does a person condense thousands of hours of learning, hundreds of books read, all of the classes taken, and personal observations made over a lifetime? Then, how is that information woven between the successes and failures of a business owner, the research of an author, and the experience of an instructor, and, finally organized into a readable format? You write a synopsis of course!

Syn-op-sis: a brief or condensed statement giving a general overview of some subject.

Subject One: Shawna Schuh, CSP

Shawna Schuh is an extraordinary storyteller, who works with corporations and associations to develop environments that help people bring their best selves to the work they do. She graduated from finishing school three times (ask her about that one some time) and taught finishing and fashion, as well as commercial work and interviewing skills, for over two decades. (She started out really young!)

Shawna addresses communication and motivation, all forms of business and social etiquette, and leadership. Her presentations are humorous, overflowing with energy, and her audiences are left raving for more!

Subject Two: BusinessGraces.com

BusinessGraces.com was created as a result of Shawna's mission to make the workplace a more gracious environment. From basic business etiquette to leadership, her information is aimed at helping professionals achieve higher performance with clients and prospects.

It’s unique that Shawna is able to put a modern and humorous twist on almost everything she does. If you want the truth about what really works in the workplace, you’ll get it from her. Having worked for corporations and associations, and in leadership roles for non-profit organizations, Shawna has had the great fortune to learn her lessons first hand, as well as in the classroom.

The Real Synopsis:Shawna Schuh is funny and she knows what she's talking about!

Some other information you might like to know about Shawna...

• Established Schuh Biz Productions in 1983.
• Earned Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation in 2002 (earned by less than 8% of speakers world-wide.)
• Author of the two books "How to Nail Voice Mail" and "51 Ways to Pick Up Your Get Up & Go!"
• Author of a 5-booklet educational series on social graces.
• Creator of Social-Graces.com, an Internet subscription service and web site.
• Creator of BusinessGraces.com
• 25 years of education and teaching in the image, fashion and entertainment industry.
• Writer for trade magazines and publications
• Former co-host of a weekly business talk radio show
• Has appeared in over 150 radio and television commercials.
• Has been featured in seven films.
• Member of American Federation of Television and Radio Artists since 1985.
• Member of Screen Actors Guild since 1987.
• Member of Fashion Group international of Portland, Oregon, since 1989.
• Member of the National Speakers Association, since 1995.
• Regional Director of Fashion Group International of Portland, 1998.
• President of the National Speakers Association of Oregon, 2001-2002.