
Confidence cannot be taught, but it can be earned—and that’s where I come in. My mission is to empower individuals and organizations to unlock their full potential by building confidence as the foundation for success. Through fresh, actionable strategies for leadership, resilience, and authentic connection, I help people take bold steps forward. My focus is on creating meaningful impact that drives lasting success…one confident decision at a time.
74% of people fear public speaking.
Are you one of them? Imagine turning that fear into a superpower. What if your next presentation didn’t just inform but inspired, captivated, and wowed your audience—leaving a lasting impression? With just seven proven techniques, you can transform how you present forever.

Download My "7 Proven Techniques to Deliver Engaging & Impactful Presentations"
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Discover how to conquer stage fright with practical, science-backed strategies.
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The secret to keeping your audience hooked from start to finish.
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The tools to craft presentations that inspire action and leave a lasting impact.
This guide is your ticket to standing out, advancing your career, and captivating every audience.
Spotlight Keynote
True Grit: Harnessing the Power of Resilience to Live Your Best Life
Discover how you can build confidence, resilience, and inner strength to overcome life’s challenges and thrive in both your personal and professional life.
Using the Simple Three Step Framework, you’ll learn practical strategies to navigate adversity, boost productivity, and achieve meaningful growth. This proven approach has helped countless individuals move from uncertainty to confidence—and it can do the same for you. Through real-life insights and actionable tools, you’ll walk away empowered to face setbacks, embrace change, and unlock your full potential.
Additional Speaking Topics
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Pitch Perfect: Craft Your Power Statement with Confidence
​Crafting a concise, impactful elevator speech is a vital skill for networking, job interviews, and professional growth. "Pitch Perfect" is a hands-on workshop designed to help participants create power statements that communicate who they are, what they do, and the unique value they bring—all in 30-60 seconds.
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The Resilience Blueprint: Tools to Navigate Change and Overcome Challenges
Life is full of unexpected challenges, both personally and professionally. Resilience isn’t something we’re born with—it’s a skill we build through practice. Through engaging exercises and real-world applications, participants will leave equipped to face uncertainties with confidence and clarity.
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Customized Sessions
​Together, we’ll craft a personalized, engaging, and interactive experience that empowers participants to gain valuable insights, build confidence, and align with your goals.
Do you feel held back by public speaking anxiety? Whether it’s speaking up in meetings, delivering presentations, or leading teams, many women struggle to find their voice at work.
As a certified Mic Drop WorkFORCE Guide, Shannon Clark Johnston delivers this interactive workshop—created by Forbes Top Rated speaker Jess Ekstrom—to help women overcome speaking anxiety and step confidently into leadership roles.
Participants will gain practical tools, mindset shifts, and proven strategies to communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact.
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Mic Drop workFORCE Guide

Let's Work Together
At every level—whether for individuals or entire organizations—our training programs are designed to build confidence, unlock potential, and deliver real impact. From customized in-person workshops tailored to meet your organization's specific goals, to dynamic results-driven webinars, we go beyond surface-level learning to provide actionable tools, proven strategies, and essential power skills that foster professional success and personal growth.
Unlock your full potential with coaching that delivers real, measurable impact. Our 1:1 and group coaching solutions are designed to help you overcome limiting beliefs, embrace reinvention, and take bold, confident steps toward your personal and professional goals. With tailored guidance, actionable strategies, and a flexible format customized to your needs, you’ll gain the tools to navigate challenges, maximize opportunities, and thrive.
With over 25 years as a human resources leader and “people expert,” Shannon Clark Johnston specializes in helping organizations build thriving, high-performing teams. Combining deep expertise with a personalized, results-driven approach, Shannon delivers strategic HR consulting designed to meet your unique needs. From navigating complex employee relations and enhancing performance management to fostering a positive, resilient workplace culture, her innovative solutions align with your business goals to drive meaningful and lasting impact.




About
SHANNON CLARK JOHNSTON
​Welcome! I’m Shannon Clark Johnston—a dynamic keynote speaker, trainer, coach, and podcaster with over 25 years of experience as a business executive and human resources leader. As the founder of True HR, I’m driven by a passion for empowering individuals and teams to unlock their full potential and thrive both personally and professionally.
At True HR, we go beyond the ordinary, offering innovative strategies and fresh perspectives on leadership, resilience, and building authentic workplace cultures. Whether it’s a transformative keynote, a tailored coaching session, or a hands-on training program, my approach is all about delivering actionable insights that drive real growth and inspire lasting change.
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Ready to create a thriving, positive workplace or take your personal growth to the next level? Let’s work together to make it happen!​
Nikki Gangemi, Coach, Author, and Founder of Mindful Matters LLC
I loved Shannon's easy-going demeanor and fun personality. She has a smooth, calming quality to her voice that instantly set the stage. Shannon asked thought-provoking questions and tied the conversation up very nicely creating more clarity for the audience.

Kevin Cameron, Founder & CEO of Talent Connect
Shannon is a highly skilled professional speaker and storyteller. She knows her audience and easily keeps them engaged from beginning to end.

James Shea, Marketing Analyst, GBLI/Global Indemnity
Working with Shannon has been extremely helpful in my job search. She helped me to set and meet both weekly and monthly goals, boost my Linked In presence and expand my network, increase application efficiency, tailor my resume to meet modern day practices, and, most importantly, improve my interviewing skills. I am very grateful for Shannon's efforts as my coach, and I am more optimistic than ever for the next step of my career.


Giving Back Initiatives
At True HR we believe in the power of transformation. After all, we exist to provide solutions that transform and empower businesses and people. In that spirit, we want to support the transformation of those in need. True HR will donate a portion of our consulting fees to non-profit organizations that are working to transform the lives of others. Currently, we donate to:

Dress for Success® Worldwide is the leading global nonprofit employment resource for unemployed and underemployed women. We have been at the forefront of women’s economic development for over 26 years.

Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) is the nation’s leading children’s literacy nonprofit. We focus on disrupting the U.S. literacy crisis by bringing the joy of reading to children to create skilled readers.

At Scholarship America, we’re passionate about student success. It’s what drives us. And it’s what gets us up in the morning — developing leading scholarship solutions and partnering with people who also believe that a student should never, ever give up on their dream because they didn’t think it was possible.