Rashad Hayes

I empower high-impact leaders and teams to transform pressure into purpose

Travels from Birmingham AL, USA

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Speaks on:

Personal Growth

Resilience

Formats:

Keynote

Workshop


Audience members say

Rashad captivates audiences with his authentic blend of humor and wisdom, transforming how helping professionals approach self-care and personal growth. His renowned "cake analogy" resonates deeply with social workers who feel truly understood, as his firsthand experience in their field brings rare credibility to his message. Participants leave feeling uplifted and equipped with practical strategies to nurture themselves while serving others, turning "bitter experiences into better outcomes" with renewed purpose.
Key Audience Outcomes
  • Participants felt seen and heard, especially within demanding professions.

  • Attendees gained actionable self-care strategies to implement immediately.

  • Listeners experienced a renewed sense of purpose and motivation in their work and personal lives.

  • Individuals felt empowered to overcome challenges and pursue their goals with a positive mindset.

Rashad's Bio

Rashad Hayes, LMSW, is the founder of Shad & Associates LLC, where he empowers individuals and organizations to transform burnout into restless resilience. Rashad is an expert in overcoming adversity and transforming problems into solutions. He aims to utilize his voice to inspire and teach individuals how to leverage tough times and use them as a platform and not a clutch. Rashad guides the audiences on a journey unlike any other to identify their secret ingredients to apply to their lives through practical and realistic life examples.

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Rashad Offers the Following Talks

ResiliencePersonal Growth

Restless Resilience: Don't Burn Your Cake

  • Understand the power of resilience and how to maximize their efforts even in the face of adversity.

  • Discover the importance of personal development and self-care as non-negotiables for a fulfilling life.

  • Learn how to uncover their unique “WHY” and let it fuel their decisions and direction.

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45 - 60 minutes




Frequently Asked Questions on Working With Rashad

Rashad is a low-maintenance. He doesn't require much and will provide a great experience not only for the event planner but also for the audience. He believes that it is his responsibility to ensure that the event planner is viewed as the superstar for bringing him in.

Absolutely. Rashad collaborates closely with planners to tailor his message and energy to the needs of your audience. Whether it's a healthcare retreat, college conference, or leadership summit, he ensures alignment with your event's vision and values.

Yes! Rashad is the author of Stuck in the Pan, a resilience-filled guide to rising from life’s hardest moments. He’s available for book signings, fireside chats, and Q&A sessions post-talk to deepen audience engagement.


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