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Why Mike Robbins? Because of his authentic and engaging approach, his in-demand keynotes have wide-ranging appeal, especially with the uncertainty of today’s business environment. He’s also got a unique story. Mike was born and raised by a single mom in Oakland, CA. He dreamed of a different life, one in which he got to play Major League Baseball. After turning down an offer from the New York Yankees to play at Stanford University, where he pitched in the College World Series, Mike ultimately signed a pro contract with the Kansas City Royals out of Stanford. Unfortunately, injuries cut his baseball career short and derailed his dream.

 

Playing baseball for 18 of the first 25 years of his life taught him a lot about individual and team performance...and, specifically, the importance of the intangible qualities of mindset, collaboration, and culture. Dealing with the abrupt and devastating end of his playing career, provided him a painful but important opportunity to learn about change, adversity, and resilience.

 

For more than two decades, Mike has taken the lessons he learned early in his life and coupled it with extensive research and experience working with some of the top teams and companies in the world...offering tangible techniques that help people, leaders, and teams to keep things in perspective, build trust, come together, and perform at the highest level. Mike's clients include Google, Wells Fargo, eBay, Gap, Microsoft, Schwab, Airbnb, the Oakland A's, Harvard University, Coca-Cola, and many others. His five books, three TEDx talks, and thousands of articles, interviews, and podcast episodes have reached millions of people.

Speaking Topics

WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER: Create A Team Culture Of Trust, Collaboration, And Performance

We may not always be in the same boat, but we’re usually all in the same storm...just in different boats. Great teams find a way to come together and build authentic relationships, regardless of the circumstances they face. This keynote is based on the almost 25 years of research and experience Mike Robbins has done on the topics of appreciation, authenticity, communication, collaboration, and performance, as well as the core themes of his five books, especially his latest title, We’re All in This Together. If your audience is ready to create a team culture of trust, collaboration, and performance, this keynote will impact, inspire, and activate them.


TANGIBLE TAKEAWAYS

  • Authenticity Leads to Greater Trust and Psychological Safety – Understanding and embodying authenticity is essential for leaders and teams to enhance trust with one another and psychological safety for the group.
  • Appreciation is Distinct from Recognition – Recognition is about results. Appreciation is about people. Teams and leaders who understand and act upon this important distinction are able to collaborate and perform their best.
  • Embrace Change by Embracing Challenges – There is so much change and challenge in today’s world. The people, leaders, teams, and companies that lean into the uncertainty and difficulties with a growth mindset have an important advantage.



Bring Your Whole Self To Work: How Vulnerability Unlocks Creativity, Inclusion, And Results

For us to truly succeed, especially in today's diverse and ever-changing business world, we must be willing to bring our whole selves to the work that we do. And, for the teams and organizations that we lead or are a part of to thrive, it’s essential to create an environment where people feel safe enough to bring all of who they are to work, as well. When we operate with courage, trust, and vulnerability, we’re able to unlock innovation, connection, and performance at the highest level for ourselves and those around us.

 

This Program:

  • Teaches people how to build more authentic relationships with those around them
  • Exemplifies the power of appreciation
  • Shows ways to enhance emotional intelligence
  • Encourages people to operate with a growth mindset
  • Challenges team members to work together and collaborate

Authentic Leadership: Inspire Others, Build Trust, And Create A Lasting Impact

 Leadership can be challenging, especially in today’s fast-paced, globalized world. Leaders with a strong sense of emotional intelligence (EQ), a willingness to be courageous and vulnerable, and the capacity to inspire others in a genuine way, have a distinct advantage. This program, which is based on the core principles of Mike Robbins' work and books, delves into practical ways for leaders to enhance their impact and effectiveness by leading with authenticity.

 

This Program:

  • Teaches leaders how to connect at a deeper level with their teams and build real trust
  • Exemplifies the importance of authenticity and even vulnerability
  • Shows how appreciation positively impacts productivity, loyalty, and engagement
  • Encourages leaders to be transparent in a way that’s both liberating and inspiring
  • Teaches leaders key elements for enhancing their EQ

Embracing Change: Navigate Change, Lead Others, And Take Ownership In The Midst Of Uncertainty

Change is inevitable, especially in today’s business world. The one constant in the midst of all of the change, stress, and uncertainty we face at work and in life is us. When we take ownership and responsibility for our experience, we not only make it easier to navigate the changes we face, we can empower ourselves and those around us to be successful, regardless of the circumstances. This program, which is based on the core principles of Mike Robbins’ work and research, illustrates how individuals, leaders, and teams can navigate change effectively and thrive in the process.

 

This Program Teaches People To:

  • Take ownership and responsibility in an empowering way
  • Enhance their emotional intelligence (EQ)
  • Deal effectively with change and uncertainty
  • Have more compassion for themselves and others
  • Inspire the people and culture around them in a positive way, regardless of what's going on

Building Authentic Relationships: Enhance Connection, Trust, And Success

In just about every important aspect of life and business, building strong relationships is an essential quality of individuals and teams that truly win. According to Mike Robbins and his work, two core elements of building meaningful and effective relationships, are authenticity and appreciation (each themes of books he has written). This interactive program allows people to deepen and strengthen their relationships, even the most difficult and challenging ones.

 

This Program:

  • Teaches people how to move past fear and express themselves authentically
  • Enhances people’s emotional intelligence (EQ)
  • Shows how appreciation positively impacts relationships and productivity
  • Encourages people to be vulnerable in a way that’s both liberating and inspiring
  • Teaches people communication techniques that enhance relationships and build trust

Being A True Champion: Create The Mindset And Approach Of A True Winner

A “true champion” is someone who can transform the fear, stress, and daily challenges of business and life in order to keep things in perspective and produce extraordinary results. This program teaches the fundamentals of being a true champion by focusing on the attitudes and mindsets needed for peak performance. As a former professional baseball player, sales person, and a sought-after speaker and consultant for some of the top organizations in the world for the past 20 years, Mike Robbins knows what it takes to perform at a high level and how to coach people to achieve their best.

 

This Program Teaches People...

  • How to create success in the face of adversity, stress, and change
  • Ways to embrace a growth mindset and thrive
  • How to stay motivated, even when things get tough
  • Communication skills that create deeper connection and stronger trust with others
  • How to keep things in perspective and focus on what truly matters

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Testimonials

“Mike is a gifted storyteller and talented speaker. His talks on authentic leadership and appreciation, and his exercises to ‘lower the waterline’ and build trust have been incredibly effective to both my management team as well as an international audience of 600. I have consistently received rave reviews from colleagues on Mike’s various efforts within Google.”

“Mike Robbins has a great style and unique perspective. The principles he teaches have helped me and our executive leadership team at eBay.”

“Mike Robbins has a unique ability to open people’s minds, touch their hearts, and teach valuable lessons about life and business. I have personally benefited from his work, as have so many of the people on my team.”

“Mike Robbins is a trusted advisor to us, and has had a very positive impact on me personally, as well as on our leaders and the corporate culture at Nutanix.”

“Mike Robbins is an amazing speaker! His powerful message resonates with our players, coaches, and front office staff, which is why we have invited him in to speak numerous times. He truly has helped us be a championship team.”

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