Sarah D. Carlson

Sarah D. Carlson

Keynote Speaker: Career Transformation Coach & Speaker Helping Professionals Reclaim Their Power and Purpose; Author of "The Five Principles of Effective Self-Advocacy"

Sarah D. Carlson Biography

Sarah D. Carlson is a speaker, CEO, and career transformation coach who helps professionals reclaim their power and purpose through the art of self-advocacy. After graduating from Harvard Law School and launching a high-powered career on Wall Street, Carlson walked away to live in a tent in Haiti and reconnect with what truly matters. That journey led her to become a professor of professional development at top universities, where her content on self-advocacy has been made mandatory for graduate students at Emory, Mercer, and Duke universities.

Carlson speaks across the country on claiming your voice, leading with integrity, and designing a career that reflects your values. Her forthcoming book, "The Five Principles of Effective Self-Advocacy," distills her proven framework into a powerful guide for anyone feeling stuck or underseen. Known for her warmth, energy, and realness, Carlson’s talks are as transformative as they are unforgettable.

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Sarah D. Carlson Speaking Topics

Success Through Self-Advocacy: How to Claim Your Power at Work and In Life

True success begins with the ability to speak up for yourself—clearly, confidently, and unapologetically. In this keynote, Sarah D. Carlson shows you how to identify your unique value, speak with integrity, and claim your seat at the table. Drawing on insights from her upcoming book, "The Five Principles of Effective Self-Advocacy," she delivers a practical, empowering call to stop waiting for permission—and start owning your power.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand the Five Principles of Self-Advocacy and how to apply them in real life
  • Gain a clear picture of your strengths and areas for growth with the Self-Advocacy Score
  • Learn a practical tool to combat imposter syndrome: the Douchebag-to-Doormat Scale

You’re Not an Impostor: Reclaim Your Confidence and Use Your Voice

In this empowering keynote, Sarah D. Carlson addresses impostor syndrome by sharing her Five Principles of Self-Advocacy, a practical framework to help you reclaim confidence and speak up with integrity. She introduces the Douchebag-to-Doormat Scale, a tool to find your healthy balance between self-doubt and overconfidence. Through stories and real examples, attendees learn daily practices to overcome limiting beliefs and confidently advocate for themselves in work and life. This talk inspires you to own your brilliance and lead authentically.

Key Takeaways:

  • Practical strategies to overcome impostor syndrome and self-limiting beliefs
  • Daily practices to build and sustain authentic self-confidence
  • Tools to speak up unapologetically and claim your rightful place at the table

For Women Who’ve Been Told to Be Quiet: How to Speak Up, Stand Out, and Lead with Power

This keynote is crafted for women navigating male-dominated industries like tech, law, and medicine, where being heard can feel like an uphill battle. Drawing on Sarah D. Carlson’s Five Principles of Self-Advocacy, attendees learn how to confidently express their unique value without compromising authenticity or integrity. The talk introduces the Self-Advocacy Score, a reflective tool that highlights personal strengths and growth areas, empowering women to take targeted action. Additionally, Sarah’s signature Douchebag-to-Doormat Scale offers a fresh, practical way to challenge impostor syndrome and find the balance between humility and boldness. Through storytelling, research, and actionable strategies, this session equips women to break silence, claim their voice, and lead with unapologetic power.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand and apply the Five Principles of Self-Advocacy in professional settings
  • Use the Self-Advocacy Score to identify strengths and growth opportunities
  • Combat impostor syndrome with the Douchebag-to-Doormat Scale for authentic leadership

Sarah D. Carlson Videos

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How much does it cost to book Sarah D. Carlson for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Sarah D. Carlson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Sarah D. Carlson are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sarah D. Carlson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Sarah D. Carlson speak about?

Sarah D. Carlson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Women, Women's Empowerment, Success, Female Leadership, Professors, Professional Development and Business Coaching.

Where does Sarah D. Carlson travel from?

Sarah D. Carlson generally travels from Durham, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Sarah D. Carlson?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sarah D. Carlson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Sarah D. Carlson for your next private or corporate function.

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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Sarah D. Carlson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Sarah D. Carlson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Personal Growth and Empowerment. The estimated speaking fee range to book Sarah D. Carlson for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Sarah D. Carlson generally travels from Durham, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Irina Soriano, Kathryn Valentine and Shannon Miller. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sarah D. Carlson for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/07/2025.

Sarah D. Carlson Speaking Topics

  • Success Through Self-Advocacy: How to Claim Your Power at Work and In Life

    True success begins with the ability to speak up for yourself—clearly, confidently, and unapologetically. In this keynote, Sarah D. Carlson shows you how to identify your unique value, speak with integrity, and claim your seat at the table. Drawing on insights from her upcoming book, "The Five Principles of Effective Self-Advocacy," she delivers a practical, empowering call to stop waiting for permission—and start owning your power.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Understand the Five Principles of Self-Advocacy and how to apply them in real life
    • Gain a clear picture of your strengths and areas for growth with the Self-Advocacy Score
    • Learn a practical tool to combat imposter syndrome: the Douchebag-to-Doormat Scale

  • You’re Not an Impostor: Reclaim Your Confidence and Use Your Voice

    In this empowering keynote, Sarah D. Carlson addresses impostor syndrome by sharing her Five Principles of Self-Advocacy, a practical framework to help you reclaim confidence and speak up with integrity. She introduces the Douchebag-to-Doormat Scale, a tool to find your healthy balance between self-doubt and overconfidence. Through stories and real examples, attendees learn daily practices to overcome limiting beliefs and confidently advocate for themselves in work and life. This talk inspires you to own your brilliance and lead authentically.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Practical strategies to overcome impostor syndrome and self-limiting beliefs
    • Daily practices to build and sustain authentic self-confidence
    • Tools to speak up unapologetically and claim your rightful place at the table

  • For Women Who’ve Been Told to Be Quiet: How to Speak Up, Stand Out, and Lead with Power

    This keynote is crafted for women navigating male-dominated industries like tech, law, and medicine, where being heard can feel like an uphill battle. Drawing on Sarah D. Carlson’s Five Principles of Self-Advocacy, attendees learn how to confidently express their unique value without compromising authenticity or integrity. The talk introduces the Self-Advocacy Score, a reflective tool that highlights personal strengths and growth areas, empowering women to take targeted action. Additionally, Sarah’s signature Douchebag-to-Doormat Scale offers a fresh, practical way to challenge impostor syndrome and find the balance between humility and boldness. Through storytelling, research, and actionable strategies, this session equips women to break silence, claim their voice, and lead with unapologetic power.

    Key Takeaways:

    • Understand and apply the Five Principles of Self-Advocacy in professional settings
    • Use the Self-Advocacy Score to identify strengths and growth opportunities
    • Combat impostor syndrome with the Douchebag-to-Doormat Scale for authentic leadership

Sarah D. Carlson Videos

Sarah D. Carlson Demo Reel
  • How do I book Sarah D. Carlson to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Sarah D. Carlson for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Sarah D. Carlson, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Sarah D. Carlson or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Sarah D. Carlson for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Sarah D. Carlson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Sarah D. Carlson are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sarah D. Carlson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Sarah D. Carlson speak about?

    Sarah D. Carlson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Women, Women's Empowerment, Success, Female Leadership, Professors, Professional Development and Business Coaching.
  • Where does Sarah D. Carlson travel from?

    Sarah D. Carlson generally travels from Durham, NC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Sarah D. Carlson?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sarah D. Carlson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Sarah D. Carlson for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Sarah D. Carlson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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