Dr. Sariya Saabye: Leadership Speaker
- Highlights:
- Developer of the "Edit to Achieve System"
- Former world team power tumbler and barefoot ultramarathoner
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Consultant to corporate teams and organizations
- Frequent keynote speaker at leadership conferences and corporate events
- Travels from: St. Louis, MO
- **Fee range: $10,000 - $15,000
Keynote Topics
Will it help you beat the Reaper?
Optimize time and resources so you and your team can stop being “busy” and focus on the things that truly move the needle.
We all want to succeed. We know we have what it takes, but we’re too busy and confused to start. How can successful executives, entrepreneurs, or athletes we admire manage to achieve at an elite level consistently while we’re stuck feeling overwhelmed and distracted, and falling short of our potential?
As a former world team power tumbler, barefoot ultramarathoner, and Doctor of Physical Therapy, Sariya Saabye knows that it takes extreme focus to achieve elite levels of success. For most of us, there are countless distractions (“Reapers”) standing between us and what we’re capable of. Sariya believes that intentional and ruthless “editing” is the KEY to beating the Reaper, allowing us to go all in on what is truly important for us to reach our goals.
In this thought provoking and inspiring program, Sariya shares how we can identify critical “edits” that are essential in our lives to achieving our biggest goals. Learn the three core steps in the “Edit to Achieve System”– Awaken, Edit, and Achieve – and how elite performers use them to reach true success in their work, relationships, and lives. It’s time to ask yourself, Will it help you beat the Reaper?
In this program, you’ll learn…
- How our beliefs are linked to our habits, attitudes, and overall performance.
- What fundamental bias is and how it’s either hindering or propelling you toward achieving your most significant life goals.
- How to use the “Edit to Achieve System” to gain life-long success.
- The 3 core steps to ruthlessly “edit” and their impact on potential goal achievement.
- How to bulletproof your mindset for staying focused on only what helps you achieve your goals.
Say What You Need to Say: Communicating to Win
Optimize communication so you and your team can eliminate confusion and misunderstandings and achieve massive goals.
We all have goals we want to achieve. Whether it’s an individual or team effort, poor communication frequently causes misunderstandings and unmet objectives. How are the top 1% of executives, entrepreneurs, and athletes crushing their goals while we feel like we’re spinning our wheels in miscommunication?
Working with not only patients in a clinical setting but also world-class acrobats for over three decades has given Sariya a unique perspective. She understands what it takes to communicate successfully in extreme circumstances where failure is not an option. Sariya believes that by applying these essential principles, we can learn to “Communicate to Win” in any situation.
In this transformative and compelling program, Sariya shares how to “Say What You Need to Say” and communicate for maximal achievement. Learn the 5 pillars of communicating to win and how world class achievers utilize them to attain high levels of success in careers, relationships, and life that 99% of people never experience. It’s time to start communicating like a champion and TAKE the wins you are capable of!
In this program, you’ll learn…
- How our current communication styles and potential communication styles directly impact our success…or lack thereof!
- The positive power of and critical need for minimalist communication and how to tap into it at the perfect moments.
- How to be the most effective communicator in the room in even the highest pressure situations.
- What the 5 pillars of communicating to win are and how to leverage them.
- Discover the pivotal question to ask yourself repeatedly throughout the day to unlock the full potential of your communication skills and drive your success.
Read Full Bio
Dr. Sariya Saabye is a dynamic keynote speaker specializing in leadership and minimalist strategies. With a background as a world team power tumbler, barefoot ultramarathoner, and Doctor of Physical Therapy, she brings a unique perspective to personal and professional development. Dr. Saabye empowers individuals and organizations to “edit” their lives, eliminating distractions to achieve elite-level results. Her philosophy centers on gaining extreme clarity to focus energy and resources effectively, unlocking full potential.
Dr. Saabye’s journey into minimalist leadership was inspired by her experiences in high-performance athletics and healthcare. Recognizing that clutter—be it mental, operational, or organizational—hinders efficiency and leads to burnout, she developed the “Edit to Achieve System.” This framework guides individuals through three core steps: Awaken, Edit, and Achieve, enabling them to identify and remove distractions that impede success. Her approach has been instrumental in helping leaders and teams optimize time and resources, fostering intentionality and creating impactful leadership cultures.
Dr. Sariya Saabye | Leadership Speaker
Dr. Saabye offers a range of services, including speaking engagements, consulting, and virtual events. Her keynotes are designed to ignite transformation, providing audiences with actionable strategies to turn inspiration into reality. In consulting, she focuses on boosting personal growth as the initial step toward forging a team’s unique competitive edge, guiding teams to sync up on goals and introducing her signature focus and communication hacks to enhance output. Her virtual events deliver dynamic and interactive experiences, connecting with audiences globally without technical hassles.
Event planners seeking a speaker who delivers more than motivational words will find Dr. Saabye’s message compelling and actionable. Her programs are ideal for corporate audiences, athletes, entrepreneurs, and general audiences, and can be tailored for leadership, sales, and specific industries. Attendees leave her sessions equipped with tools to eliminate overwhelm and distraction, gaining unparalleled clarity to propel them toward their goals with precision and purpose. Her engaging delivery and ability to connect with diverse audiences make her an ideal choice for leadership conferences, executive summits, and corporate development programs.
Dr. Sariya Saabye is a leadership speaker and minimalist strategist who helps professionals and organizations cut through the noise to focus on what truly matters. Through her “Edit to Achieve System,” she equips leaders with the tools to eliminate inefficiencies, make better decisions, and foster intentional leadership cultures. Her proven frameworks, engaging delivery, and thought-provoking insights make her an ideal choice for those seeking to achieve more by embracing the power of less.
Her minimalist approach expanded into all areas of life, enabling her to conquer overwhelm and distraction through intentional, proven systems she now shares with others. Dr. Saabye has empowered corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, and teams to reduce stress, optimize workloads, and achieve elite results.
Drawing from her experiences healing patients in pain, coaching high-stakes partner stunts, leading diverse teams, and completing the world’s longest boat race as one of only 35 women’s solo finishers—with just four hours of kayak experience—she delivers transformative, actionable insights that inspire elite success across industries.
Dr. Saabye is sought after for her ability to translate her remarkable journey into relatable lessons on focus, simplicity, and resilience. She has headlined conferences, corporate events, and academic seminars, inspiring audiences to redefine success as a sustainable and intentional pursuit. Whether working with athletes, executives, or organizations, Dr. Saabye’s message is clear: with focus and purpose, true success—physical, professional, and personal—is within reach for everyone.
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