Alice Sheldon

Alice Sheldon is a former barrister, teacher and charity CEO, with an MA in Psychology and Neuroscience from the University of Oxford. Her bestselling book 'Why Weren’t We Taught This at School?' has been translated into ten languages and is filled with real-life stories and practical tools to transform the way we communicate.

Known for her clarity, empathy and insight, Alice works internationally with teams to build cultures of connection, collaboration and care.

Her work is grounded in a simple but powerful insight: that all behaviour is an attempt to meet a shared human need, like belonging, creativity or being seen. When we know how to understand needs, we unlock clearer communication, stronger relationships and better outcomes – at work and at home.