“The creative person is able to observe patterns, often when others sitting next to them see unconnected dots. If you think of these dots as people and the connecting lines as constructive interactions, sometimes representing ideas, sometimes love, sometimes concern, you will be an avid reader of Sylvia Lafair’s book. (Don’t Bring It to Work)”

“Creative Energy Options has brilliantly synthesized the complexities of today’s workplace and reworked them into accessible, singular action items that add immediate value to your organization. Excellent!”

“TLC has awakened my awareness and caused me to become more confident in my decision making and more assertive in situations that call for leadership.”

‘Creative Energy Options’ consulting work is powerful. They teach employees to look at situations from a holistic perspective rather than from a place of blaming. Conflicts can be settled quicker and that leaves more time for productivity and collaboration. I only wish I had known about how patterns from family show up at work when I began my career. Her book “Don’t Bring It to Work” is a must for leaders at every level.”

“The Total Leadership Connections Program has played a critical role in my leadership journey. Understanding that leadership is a mindset that must be fully integrated into all aspects of one’s life was a game changer for me. Taking the time to understand my own emotional patterns was a critical step to embracing the tenets of authentic leadership.”

“Creative Energy Options’ life work is helping people reach their potential. Like many brilliant ideas, the pattern recognition process described in ‘Don’t Bring It to Work’ seems obvious in hindsight. Its power is the power to transform not just life in the workplace, but the total quality of human life. Vital for those working in a family business.”

“Every time I see Sylvia and hear her speak, it just lights a spark and makes me want to do better as a woman. Both personally and professionally. She is always amazing. The last couple of times I left her company and felt WOW, I can do anything and I am a great woman leader. She is truly amazing.”

“Our kindergarten and first grade staffs are constantly reinforcing the skills we were given in the “Don’t Bring It to Work” seminars. Our communication and ability to work together excel and we are so appreciative for the unique learning about behavior patterns in the workplace.”

“Working with CEOinc. was exactly what I needed to pull my team together and save our organization from hitting a downward spiral that is way too common in the non-profit sector. Our team is humming at a pace I never thought possible, and we are able to serve our children and families in ways that drastically increase our impact.”

“I am using the OUT Technique I learned in TLC and it has helped me to understand how people behave and how they conduct business. The program has helped me, to transform myself and to be a better leader.”

“UNIQUE is “an insightful book which gives a reflective voice to the experiences that have shaped how we interact in the place we spend the majority of our time…work. The stories and testimonials relayed by Dr. Sylvia Lafair provide a platform for an ‘all hands on the table’ discussion around diversity and inclusion in the workplace. A must read for anyone interested in supporting an all-inclusive workplace.”

“Don’t Bring It to Work is a breakthrough book that can help entrepreneurs understand the behaviors of their staff, discover how these behaviors were created, and how to take action to change them for the better of the organization. If you find yourself constantly managing conflicts at your office, then you need to pick up this book.”

“Sylvia Lafair has not only the background of knowledge and professional experience to write this exciting book, ‘Don’t Bring It to Work’, she also is a solid writer who understands how to capture attention and maintain interest in both self-improvement and understanding as well as how to take the information gleaned from this book to the workplace.”

“I am constantly learning to observe and understand the subtleties of communication and have benefited greatly from my one-to-one coaching sessions at CEO.”

“Dr. Sylvia Lafair is a passionate master of leadership education. She teaches how to think big vision and day to day details at the same time. The coaching has enhanced my leadership skills ten-fold.”

“The concepts and strategies learned from Total Leadership Connections are invaluable. Working in a newsroom is competitive and stressful and with a new understanding of how relationships trigger tension, I am able to resolve pressure situations faster and with minimal dissension. Moreover, I can bring the techniques and tools home; a double win.”

Total Leadership Connections” continues to deliver exponential value to me professionally and personally. I created a new strategic revenue stream. My new leadership patterns were getting recognition and I was put on track for promotion. After the program, I am more clear, direct, concise and powerful. Your program is solid gold.”