COLLEGE 

Our program provides campus leaders with training in soft skills, including emotional intelligence, communication, critical thinking, interpersonal relationships, and creativity.

There are three courses available for student leaders, with each course consisting of four workshops and 10-12 hours of training. Additionally, you have the option to create a unique course by selecting any number of workshops that we offer.

Participation in our workshops provides student leaders with access to the following benefits:

  • Engaging speakers and trainers with years of professional experience and a proven track record.

  • Free one-on-one coaching sessions with experienced professionals from our team for ongoing support.

  • The possibility of receiving elective credits from their college or university, subject to approval.

Do you have specific learning outcomes For your students? Let's customize an experience to fit your needs. 

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

  • Great and interactive presentation! The students from the U of U First Star program enjoyed learning from Sharlene. We highly recommend her!

    Dayan C.
    University of Utah

  • Sharlene is an engaging speaker and teacher. The youth (and adults) found her to be articulate, patient, humorous, and wise. She is an encouraging and supportive teacher of Spoken Word Poetry, with a positive attitude toward each person's attempt at writing and speaking. She is observant, flexible, and organized.

    Rebecca M.
    Program Director

  • Sharlene was amazing! Our students loved their workshop and activities. She was flexible when changes needed to be made, and she was able to keep all students engaged. I would definitely contract to Write, Speak, Inspire again, and I will be referring the company to others.

    Alexandria T.
    Program Director

  • Sharlene is an artist in the truest sense. She takes words and uses them to paint vivid pictures that prompt introspection, encourage collaboration, or compel action.

    Chris M.
    Senior Vice President

  • Sharlene is able to do all of this with a remarkable grace and humility that is rare among professional speakers/presenters. As a spoken word artist, Sharlene entertains...but she does so much more than that.

    Chris M.
    Senior Vice President

  • One of the adults described her as a "beautiful spirit." Sharlene is friendly, warm and welcoming. Both of the youth events were excellent!

    Program Director

  • The most meaningful topic/speaker to me was the Spoken Word Poetry done by Sharlene. Her part in the internship showed me just how important everyone’s voices are and how they should all be heard.

    Noel
    Student

  • Sharlene is a storyteller, a teacher, a guide, and an inspiration. The gifts that Sharlene brings to the table as a friend, employee, or speaker are immeasurable and memorable. She is truly a light!

    Client

  • Sharlene Alice Provilus. If you do not know the name, you will! Multifaceted expertise, talent, skill and a WEALTH of experience paired with wisdom all wrapped up in one phenomenal woman.

    Tai. C
    Chief Executive Officer

  • I have had the pleasure of observing Sharlene in the role of CEO, Spoken Word Artist, Visionary, Workshop Facilitator and more. She transitions from one role to the other seamlessly with impressive mastery.

    Tai. C
    Chief Executive Officer

  • Sharlene is, by far, one of the most passionate and driven entrepreneurs I've ever met. We've collaborated on multiple projects. She has always brought a powerful skillset of innovation, mastery, and knowledge to each meeting.

    Marisha M.
    Therapist & Author

  • I've had the pleasure of knowing Sharlene for more than a decade. She combines creativity with professionalism effortlessly. She's a joy to work with, and I recommend her as a speaker, mentor, and writer.

    Shoni S.

  • Sharlene is a strategic visionary and leader. She was a direct supervisor of mine early in my career. She modeled excellence and organizational skills while prioritizing the perspectives and values of the people in the community's that we worked with.

    Quinny L.

COURSE 101
THE EMERGING
LEADERS SERIES

4 Workshops
Virtual / In-Person
2.5 Hours Per Workshop
Emerging Leaders

COURSE 101 OVERVIEW

This workshop series gives new and emerging student leaders the opportunity to cultivate foundational leadership skills that will make them more effective in leading themselves and others. Each workshop contains elements designed to keep participants engaged and challenged.

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS

  • Foundational Leadership
    Leadership and personal growth go together. This high-energy workshop gives student leaders the foundational tools they need to lead themselves and others more effectively.

  • Goal Setting & Organization
    Setting goals effectively is a life skill every leader should have. This workshop gives participants effective tools to help them create and accomplish goals that matter.

  • Conflict Management
    Navigating conflict is an important skill. This interactive workshop gives student leaders the tools to recognize different types of conflicts, identify why they occur, and learn how to keep them from destroying healthy relationships.

  • Relationships & Boundaries
    We cannot give away what we do not have. This workshop is an honest conversation about relationships, health, self-worth, and creating healthy physical, mental and emotional boundaries.

COURSE 201
THE GROWING
LEADERS SERIES 

4 Workshops
Virtual / In-Person
2.5 Hours Per Workshop  
Growing Leaders

COURSE 201 OVERVIEW

This workshop series gives growing student leaders the opportunity to develop soft skills that focus on self-awareness, critical thinking, decision-making, and interpersonal skills. Each workshop contains elements designed to keep participants engaged and challenged

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS

  • Communication
    Learning to communicate as a professional is non-negotiable. Effective communication is one of the highest-ranked soft skills employers expect their team members to possess. This workshop shows participants how to level up their communication skills in professional and paraprofessional environments.

  • Personal Values
    Identifying our values is an essential step to effective leadership. Participants will engage in a conversation designed to help them identify their values and examine how those values can create positive changes in their community.

  • Managing Anxiety & Burnout
    Burnout is real. Stress, anxiety, and a breach of boundaries are often the culprits. But establishing professional boundaries and managing stress can be a challenge for new and ambitious leaders. This workshop equips participants with practical tools to help them stay fresh.

  • Overcoming Obstacles
    This workshop shows participants how to harness the power of failure and turn it into success. During this fun and interactive experience, participants will engage in critical-thinking exercises designed to spark creativity and develop personal resilience.

COURSE 301
THE TURNING
PRO SERIES

4 Workshops
Virtual / In-Person
2.5 Hours Per Workshop  
Experienced Leaders

COURSE 301 OVERVIEW

This workshop series gives experienced student leaders and new professionals the opportunity to learn practical skills that will help them start and sustain successful careers, enhance their value in the marketplace and increase their overall effectiveness. Each workshop contains elements designed to keep participants engaged and challenged.

WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS

  • Starting & Sustaining New Careers
    Becoming a successful professional in any field requires intentionality. This workshop will prepare students for the rigor of the real world. Participants will engage in a fun and interactive experience that will show them how to start and sustain careers that add value to their organizations.

  • Entrepreneurship
    Starting a business can provide a rewarding career. But even if you decide to work for another organization, the skills you learn along the way to developing an enterprise of your own are invaluable. This workshop explores the foundational skills every new entrepreneur or employee with an entrepreneurial spirit needs to succeed at a high level.

  • Developing Cultural Competence
    Working cross-culturally is a must in today’s world. This workshop provides a framework for working efficiently in various cultural contexts. This learning experience will engage student leaders in cultural competence on a personal and professional level.

  • Time Management
    We are equipping new professionals with the tools to move their ideas forward. Participants will learn the three most important factors (Organization, Leadership Capacity, and the Power of Community) necessary to conquer the daily grind and get things done.

MEET THE SPEAKER

Sharlene is a dynamic communicator, spoken word poet, recording artist, and social entrepreneur based in New York. As the founder and CEO of WRITE. SPEAK. INSPIRE.™, she leverages her extensive background in youth development, leadership team development, soft skills training, curriculum design, program management, and entrepreneurship to inspire and empower others. A fierce advocate for students and families, Sharlene has dedicated her career to uplifting under-resourced communities.

With nearly two decades of experience, Sharlene has excelled as a Senior Youth and Outreach Director with one of the largest youth-serving non-profit organizations in the country. She led teams that served over 1,000 elementary, middle, and high school students and their families through after-school programs, community-based activities, and summer camps. Her ability to connect with diverse age groups and demographics is a testament to her versatile and inclusive approach.

Sharlene's personal journey adds depth to her professional expertise. She has had the rare experience of being adopted twice in one lifetime and is a survivor of child sexual abuse. Now, she travels extensively, educating people on the power of adoption and inspiring them to support foster youth. Her lived experiences fuel her passion for advocacy and are a central theme in her work as an artist and speaker.

Sharlene holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology with a concentration in Marriage and Family Counseling from East Carolina University. She is also a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. After graduation, she transitioned into Higher Education Administration and Residence Life, offering leadership development training and coaching to college students.

Currently, Sharlene is pursuing a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Biblical Studies at Campbell University while continuing to coach student leaders and professionals nationwide. She is also working on her upcoming book project, further extending her impact and reach.

As a spoken word poet and recording artist with over a decade of professional performance experience, Sharlene has shared the stage and collaborated with talented singer/songwriters, producers, and fellow spoken word poets, including Antoine Bradford, Chris Webb, Ezekiel Azonwu, Jess Ray, Mission House, and The Verses Project. Renowned for her ability to weave compelling stories through her performances, she also teaches the art of writing, speaking, and inspiring through honest and impactful lines.

Sharlene's artistic talents are at the heart of her advocacy work. She uses the performing arts to shed light on critical social issues, captivating audiences with her authentic and powerful presentations. Her unique ability to blend creativity with leadership has established her as a sought-after speaker and trainer, making her one of the most captivating communicators of her generation.

Through her work with WRITE. SPEAK. INSPIRE.™ and her ongoing educational pursuits, Sharlene continues to inspire and lead with passion, authenticity, and a commitment to making a difference.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Interested in hosting a workshop that targets a specific learning outcome?
Connect with us.
storytellers@writespeakinspire.com