Stuart Knight

In the past fourteen years, Stuart Knight has written, produced and starred in shows that have been seen by over one million people across North America. Each year, he speaks nationally and has helped some of Canada’s biggest companies reach new levels of success.  When he is not on the road performing, Knight spends time writing songs that are heard around the world, and produces commercials that have been seen nationally.  He has also created hit musicals that have drawn in thousands of people from across Toronto for more than six years.  And when he isn’t writing, you may have seen him on some of Canada’s biggest TV stations or on CFRB where he co-hosted the hit radio show called Guy Talk.  

Knight is the winner of many awards and was honoured with the National Entrepreneurs Award for Community Leadership.  He is changing people’s lives on the internet with his online course called The Evolution Group and has grabbed global attention with the Human Detour Project.  Knight has shared the stage with notable names such as Michael Lee Chin, Pamela Wallin, Premier Mike Harris, and Jenny McCarthy.  

In addition to being a graduate from the School of Business and Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University, Knight is the author of You Should Have Asked - the Art of Powerful Conversation.

Knight truly believes that we are only as strong as our team and it’s our daily interaction with each other that strengthens the bond we have with our customers, clients and each other. As he says, “One conversation can change your life, but many conversations will shape it.”

• 5. Interview Skills Workshop

  The ability to leave an impression during an interview is a skill that very few people possess.  Most people have the ability to offer the interviewer factual information, but miss the opportunity to make a lasting connection.  By concentrating on the entire process from handing in the resume to the actual job offer, Stuart focuses on the finer details that push a candidate ahead of the competition.

• 4. Power Presentations - Becoming a Great Public Speaker

  After presenting to over one million people across North America, Stuart Knight taps into his experience as a dynamic performer and keynote speaker to offer easy to learn tips and tools for those wanting to develop their presentation skills and create powerful presentations.  On top of offering the key fundamentals to public speaking, Stuart pushes his audience to go deeper by discovering personal attributes that can turn their typical speeches into dynamic presentations.

• 3. The Evolution Group Course

  Time and time again statistics have proven that the happier a person is outside of work, the more productive they are at the job.  But what influences that level of joy?  Many factors do, and if one can find a sense of balance between those factors they are well on their way to a much happier life.  If one area of our life is unaligned then all other areas are affected including your productivity at work.  Too often, employees concentrate their efforts in becoming better workers, and in the process they forget the importance of becoming a better person overall.  By doing so, they neglect important areas of their physical and mental health and eventually burn out.
  
  The Evolution Group is a six-week program for those who want to participate in life.
   
  Each week the participant focuses their attention on creating the best results possible in one key component of their life.  The areas of focus are as follows:
  
  HEALTH AND WELLNESS: During this first class, Stuart is joined by certified nutritionist and trainer Joy McCarthy to jumpstart the group into creating a healthy lifestyle that optimizes their mental and physical state.
  
  CAREER: Although the majority of the course focuses on a person’s life outside of work, one of the six classes is dedicated to learning new ways to get the best out of your job and how to effectively reach higher goals.
  
  FAMILY: Having a strong relationship with your family can have a powerful impact on the level of happiness you experience on a daily basis.  Some people are looking for new approaches to an ongoing problem, while others want to celebrate an already powerful relationship.  Whatever the case, this particular class teaches the participant how to strengthen the ties they have with those they love the most.
  
  FRIENDS: Many people do not make the conscious effort to surround themselves with people who positively influence their life.  Instead they move along with a “status quo” mentality, keeping friendships out of obligation for fear of being alone.  During this component of the course, students will be made present to the relationships they keep that are draining them of their energy, while learning how to create friendships that inspire them to become a better person.
  
  LOVE: Without love, where would we be?  Some of your employees are in relationships, while others are single.  No matter what the case may be, this section of the course is designed to help those who are interested in finding a life partner, while offering all encompassing tools that will add significant value to those already in a relationship.
  
  ADVENTURE: When one feels rejuvenated, they are ready to get back to work.  It doesn’t take much to get bogged down in a routine and before you know it the zest for life seems to be gone.  It’s for this reason that so many people yearn for that upcoming vacation, but too often that one vacation isn’t enough. We need to add adventure to our daily lives in order to keep the mind stimulated and happy.  During this section of the course, Stuart teaches the group how to tap into the countless adventures that surround us everywhere we go and how they can add deep value to our lives.
  
  OPTIONS - Take the entire course over six weeks or mix and match sections above that are of the most importance to your team.  Each class acts as a workshop within itself.
  
  Pick any time during the week that works best for you and Stuart will conduct the classes in the comfort of your own office space either day or night.  Each class last three hours. 
   
  SIX SHORT WEEKS. SIX HUGE CHANGES. ONE NEW PERSON.
  
  Also offered as a keynote presentation.

• 2. I DECIDE - Keynote Presentation

  Stuart Knight says that his success is based on thousands of decisions – not just one!  “Everything in life is a decision, whether you are choosing between two apples at the grocery store or which customer to respond to first, it’s all about choice.”  During this presentation, Stuart Knight will empower your audience by helping them take control over the decisions they make on a daily basis.  Instead of simply reacting to the world around them, your team will now make decisions with respect to the vision set forth by the company, knowing their choices ultimately dictate their level of success.  By focusing on areas such as teamwork, communication, departmental conflict, health and wellness, relationship building, change, time management and overall employee morale, Stuart will rejuvenate, inspire and offer your audience a new perspective on the decisions they make.

• 1. The Art of Powerful Conversation - Keynote and Workshop

  The conversations we have and the ability to connect with our co-workers, customers, service providers, administrators and colleagues are key to any organization’s success.  Every interaction we have with another human being is an opportunity to strengthen the relationship with those that matter and can dramatically increase the productivity of the team as a whole.   Although texting, faxing and emailing is part of any business, nothing beats the benefit of knowing how to connect face to face.  The Art of Powerful Conversation brings the human factor back to the office by helping people interact on a deeper level.  Whether it’s leaving a job or buying a product, people are constantly influenced by those they can relate to and understand.  The Art of Powerful Conversation will enable your team with the skills needed to create relationships with those that impact your bottom line.

• My executive team was very happy, and you have received rave reviews.  Many people continued discussing your message during dinners and throughout the conference. Our other presenters and vice presidents decided to incorporate your message into their presentations as well.

  Citi

• Stuart Knight has an uncanny ability to connect with his audience. At one moment you are laughing hysterically, and the next moment you are on the edge of your seat as he shares profound insights into the world we live in.

  Sun Microsystems

• Everyone loved your presentation. I will definitely recommend you to other departments, and I know that our VP thought you were great and that he'll be spreading the word as well.

  Rogers

• Stuart is an amazing talent – inspirational, motivational, wickedly creative, and best of all funny!  I highly recommend his shows or corporate speaking engagements to everyone or anyone.

  Redux Media

• Stuart’s presentations are a combination of entertainment, education, inspiration and fun. They provide a unique environment for individuals to maximize their inter-connections thus promoting ideas and alliances, while generating real momentum within the group.

   

  Emerson

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  You Should Have Asked: The Art of Powerful Conversation

  Whether it is the police officer pulling you over, or a colleague in the next cubicle, every person you meet has a fascinating story to tell.  This book helps you arrive at the next chapter and pushes you to read further into yourself. Ask the right question and you will attract your dream job, move deeper into your relationship and get across the border in a timely fashion.