Valerie M. Sargent is an Emotional Intelligence Strategist who has a passion for bringing vitality to individuals and organizations. Valerie became an entrepreneur in 2005, and she is an inspirational national speaker, trainer, EQ executive coach and executive consultant, with additional expertise in leadership, customer service and sales. She serves as President of both Valerie M. Sargent, Inc. and Yvette Poole & Associates, and loves helping companies unlock the dynamic power within their employees.

Valerie has been a Level I and Level II TalentSmart Emotional Intelligence Certified Trainer since 2013 and she helps companies’ employees obtain a comprehensive understanding of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) through their in depth and targeted company training program, complete with EQ appraisals. Her signature message “It’s in the Pause”®  series enables her to educate others on the need for Self-Management skills to preserve positive relationships in the workplace and beyond. Valerie thrives in taking her clients’ teamwork and communication to inspiring new levels. This expert knows how to bring vitality to individuals and organizations!