Get Present

“This book spoke to my core and made a meaningful impact on how I lead and and live my life. Sara takes you through what being present looks and feels like and discusses the price that we pay as a result of our lack of presence. As a leader this was incredibly eye-opening and created more awareness of my impact. Her explanation of how we are unconsciously controlled by the amygdala in our brains was also fascinating and helped explain a lot of behaviors I see at work. I took with me simple and meaningful tools and actions to further my journey with presence in both my personal and professional lives.”

Kathy O’Brien, President

“The book Get Present is a great concept that’s well executed thanks to Sara’s clear direction, personal insights, and actionable items that can immediately be put into practice. Get Present is a quick read that delivers real results. It seems there’s never enough time in my day, but when I took some time to read Get Present, I realized that I can better control my day and its outcomes by being more present. This is a must read for driven professionals looking to get more done and not necessarily work any harder.”

Jennifer Mueller, Sports Reporter, ROOT Sports

“Don’t let the fact that this is a small book fool you. Over the last few years I’ve read a lot of books, watched talks and attended workshops on this topic. I definitely learned new information in this book and even noticed that my breathing relaxed as I was reading it. But even better, it satisfies an important need. What I really need is one place to go for “tips and tricks” for those times when I get reactive and want to get back to being present. In those moments, it’s really challenging to remember simple strategies. Now, this book lives in my workbag so I can pull it put in those moments I need a quick lifeline.”

Lisa Badame Anderson, Organizational Development Consultant, Software Company

“As a coach in private practice since 1996, I’ve read and studied numerous approaches to leadership development. The beauty of Sara Harvey Yao’s book is that it is dead simple without being simplistic. This slim volume distills essential insights from sources as diverse as neurobiology to the Dalai Lama and presents them along with straightforward strategies for becoming more aware, connected, and effective. Sara’s book packs a lot of leverage into a small package.”

Molly Gordon, Master Certified Coach, Shaboom, Inc.

“Sara Yao’s new book explains with crystal clarity the fundamental truths of our brain, our body, and the inevitable costs of driving ourselves too hard and acting unconsciously too often. Having learned first-hand as one of her clients the benefits of being present, this book has re-inspired me and I heartily recommend it. Just let its clear insights and encouragement help you to take steps to being a more effective leader, improving your health and happiness, and having everything seem easier. This is one of those books that you can (and should) re-read every few months to keep you at your best!”

Sarah Daniels, Chief Marketing Officer, Marketleader

“I love this book! Being present more often has change my life; I’m more effective at work, more engaged with my family, and I’m learning to move through life with greater ease and impact. Sara’s book, Get Present, is amazing at bringing awareness to this important practice and offers tangible strategies to bring us back to our natural state in the midst of the craziness that is life. I recommend this book for all business professionals who are interested in working less, but getting more done and living a happier more balanced life.”

Scott Falkin, Vice President, Falkin Associates – Construction Management

“I was hooked on Get Present from the moment I started reading. I love the ease of reading, pace and mix of real-life examples, science, and practical tools. I was able to put strategies into play that helped me clear my head and my interactions with my family and co-workers are more effective and meaningful. You will understand right away how present Sara was while writing the book as it keeps you engaged from cover to cover!”

Abe Schilperoort, Senior IT Analyst, T-Mobile

“Sara Yao’s book, Get Present, makes an excellent gift for business executives and managers and also clients of coaches, therapists and counselors. It is an easy read with practical and clear steps to “grounding oneself” at any given time in the mindless busyness of our daily existence, running from one thing to another while multitasking. Short anecdotes illustrate the points and make the book a real treasure. Reading the list of behaviors – external and internal – that are expressions of a triggered Amygdala makes one stop and want to heed to the advice in the book. I love the smaller size of the book – makes it a great one to carry around in a purse or pocket. A good read at any time.”

Kristiina Hiukka, Executive Coach, Big Agenda Coaching

“Sara Harvey Yao offers compelling evidence and practical tips to help leaders discover the peace, creativity and inspiration that is found in presence. Take Sara up on her invitation to practice presence and you will find yourself more effective and happy.”

Chris M. Murchison, Vice President for Staff Development and Culture