Mike Lee: Purpose Driven Leadership

  • With firsthand experience alongside NBA stars like Steph Curry and Joel Embiid, Mike Lee offers unparalleled insights into the mindset and focus required for peak performance in ultra-competitive environments.
  • By seamlessly integrating mindfulness principles with performance enhancement techniques, Mike provides a holistic approach to leadership development, fostering resilience, clarity, and sustained excellence.
  • Known for his dynamic presence and compelling storytelling, Mike captivates audiences with engaging presentations that inspire, educate, and empower individuals and teams to reach their full potential.

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  • Travels from: Los Angeles, CA, USA
  • **Fee range: $10,001 - $20,000

Keynote Topics

Counter-Cultural Performance Principles That Crossover From The Court To Business and Life
 
In this high-impact program, high-performance keynote speaker Mike Lee shares personal stories, strategies and mindsets he’s learned from times on the court with players like Steph Curry, Joel Embiid and Malcolm Brogdon. All, which directly translate to business performance.

The challenge we all face today, is that our work environments are overwhelming disruptive, rapidly changing, and increasingly fragmented — creating the biggest barrier to success. The constant battleground of our mind for the present moment. Which is the only place we can take action to impact our future. Just like elite performers block out the opposing crowd in packed arena, high-performance keynote speaker Mike Lee, teaches you how to lock in on the task at hand in the middle of chaos.

The audience will walk away with actionable strategies — from NBA’s Elite — that can be implemented immediately, to unlock the human potential inside of you and deliver world-class performance. Ending this program with a massive call to action, “Game Changers” leaves the audience with an inspiring message that impacts them long after he leaves the stage.

Best Audience: Leadership Conferences, Sales Conferences, Executive Teams, Associations

Program: Can be delivered live or virtually as keynote, workshop or modular program

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Discover what separated Kobe Bryant beyond his basketball skills that applies to workplace performance
  • Learn the strategy to leverage adversity as a catalyst for business growth
  • Discover breakthrough insights on what drives elite performers you can leverage in your business
  • Learn how to master distractions in order to place your attention and energy on what you can control

Developing The Resilient Leader Within
 
Never before have leaders faced more things at once. The Great Resignation, economic uncertainty and a digital-first work environment have created the toughest leadership crisis of our time. During these pivotal moments, a generation of leaders and their businesses will be defined by how they decide to show up.

Through Mike’s experience building an international basketball brand from his college apartment, and growing it while battling anxiety and depression, he understands the challenges leaders are facing in these very moments.  Drawing on the latest research from sports psychology, neuroscience and mindfulness, leadership keynote speaker Mike Lee shares exercises he’s personally embraced to move through adversity.

When combined with his inspiring storytelling approach, they create an experience that has helped people across the world develop the purpose-driven, future-focused and heart-centered leadership skills crucial in these unprecedented times.

Best Audience:  Leadership, Human Resources, Sales Kick Off

Program: Can be delivered live or virtually as keynote, workshop or modular program

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Develop the psychology needed to lead in a world of constant distractions, unprecedented disruption and rapid change
  • Learn how to shift from outcome-driven to legacy-driven leadership
  • Learn how to create an infinite culture of heart-centered leadership to foster belonging, engagement and resilience.
  • Learn how to stay connected to your energy as a leader

How The Bold and Driven Can Elevate Engagement, Win The War For Talent, and Create A Culture of Belonging
 
The future of leadership is more human than ever. In 2020 challenges lingering in the background like mental health, purpose and belonging immediately rose to the surface. In 2021 the Great Resignation followed leaving companies with challenges that can’t be solved long-term simply with a pay increase. 

Today, the aftermath of the pandemic, virtual work environments, the looming recession, and the Great Resignation are front and center for leaders. Simply put, Covid changed how we work, our relationship to work and expectations of leaders across all industries. And senior leaders, emerging leaders and leaders without a title need to be equipped with internal skills to navigate this new world of work.

Future of leadership keynote speaker Mike Lee has blended a diverse background of entrepreneurship, personal adversity and experiences with some of the world’s top performing athletes to create a counter-cultural approach to leadership. He’s shared this methodology with Fortune 500 companies and leading industry associations like IBM, AmFam, Cisco, Morgan Stanley and SHRM.

This program is designed to equip leaders with the purpose-driven, future-focused, mindfully aware and heart-centered leadership skills to meet the moment and prepare for what’s next. These research backed competencies are proven to elevate engagement, attract top talent, improve well-being and create a culture of belonging. Ultimately helping organizations sustain peak performance, drive growth and create their future in the new economy.

Best Audience: Leadership Conferences, Executive Teams, Associations

Program: Can be delivered live or virtually as keynote, workshop or modular program
 
KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Activate personal and organizational purpose to drive employee engagement
  • Shift from outcome-driven to legacy-driven leadership
  • Attract top talent and give yourself an edge
  • Leverage heart-centered leadership for psychological safety and belonging

How To Beat Burnout, Elevate Performance and Cultivate Well-Being In A Volatile, Complex and Uncertain World
  
A global pandemic, overwhelming uncertainty, and a virtual world have accelerated our country’s epidemic of mental health, stress and burnout. According to Gallup’s State of The Workplace, report employees have never been more stressed, which the American Institute of Stress says is costing US businesses $300 billion dollars per year.

Harvard Business Review research also shows that we are only present about 50% of the day. That means in our forty hour workweek we’re actually only productive twenty hours. Simply put, this stress pulls us out of the present moment.

In this program mindfulness keynote speaker, Mike Lee demonstrates that the present moment is where high-performance, engagement, and well-being all exist. We spend time in the past stuck in guilt, anger or regret. Or we’re in the future in anxiety, planning, or worry. But the best thing you can do for your future-self, the future of your organization, and the future of the people you lead is to be fully in the present moment.

The bottom line is technology advances, information, and distractions are not going to slow down.  Our external environment is not going to change.  The change has to come from the place within. Mindfulness keynote speaker Mike Lee explains how by building a foundation in mindfulness we unlock the emotional IQ, develop the self-awareness and cultivate the resilience needed to thrive in this demanding, rapidly changing, and uncertain world.
 
KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • Common myths and barriers to starting a mindfulness practice
  • Practical application to elevate high-performance, decrease stress and improve emotional resilience
  • A mindfulness meditation experience session that translates to action
  • Access the power of the Decision Gap to lead from your values

Mike Lee is a globally recognized keynote speaker, internationally sold author, and coach who shares high-performance leadership lessons from inside the hearts and minds of the NBA’s elite. With over 15 years of experience working with basketball’s top 1%, including NBA MVPs Steph Curry and Joel Embiid, Mike has cultivated a deep understanding of the […]

Mike Lee is a globally recognized keynote speaker, internationally sold author, and coach who shares high-performance leadership lessons from inside the hearts and minds of the NBA’s elite. With over 15 years of experience working with basketball’s top 1%, including NBA MVPs Steph Curry and Joel Embiid, Mike has cultivated a deep understanding of the principles that drive success both on and off the court. His unique insights into leadership, performance, and personal growth have made him a sought-after speaker and coach, helping individuals and organizations achieve their highest potential.

Mike’s journey into the world of high-performance leadership began with his passion for basketball. As the founder and CEO of his own basketball training business, he dedicated himself to helping players reach their peak performance. However, his path was not without challenges. A period of personal and professional adversity led Mike to explore mindfulness and meditation, integrating these practices into his training methodologies. This transformative experience not only helped him overcome his struggles but also shaped his approach to leadership and performance.

Today, Mike Lee combines his diverse backgrounds in mindset, mindfulness, and high-performance to offer a counter-cultural approach to the future of leadership. His work focuses on elevating engagement, winning the war for talent, and creating cultures of belonging in a world of disruption. Through his keynote speeches, workshops, and coaching sessions, Mike empowers leaders and organizations to navigate the complexities of the modern workplace and thrive in the face of change.

Mike Lee’s expertise is rooted in his extensive experience working with elite athletes and his deep understanding of the principles of high performance. Over the course of 15 years, Mike has trained and coached some of the NBA’s top players, including Steph Curry and Joel Embiid. His work with these athletes has given him a unique perspective on what it takes to achieve excellence, both individually and as part of a team. Mike’s approach emphasizes the importance of mindset, resilience, and continuous improvement, principles that are as relevant in the corporate world as they are on the basketball court.

One of the key components of Mike’s methodology is the integration of mindfulness and meditation into high-performance training. After facing a period of personal and professional adversity, Mike turned to these practices as a way to regain focus and clarity. The positive impact of mindfulness and meditation on his own life inspired him to incorporate these techniques into his coaching. Today, Mike teaches leaders how to harness the power of mindfulness to enhance their performance, reduce stress, and improve decision-making.

Mike’s influence extends beyond the realm of sports. As a keynote speaker, he has delivered powerful presentations at conferences, corporate events, and leadership summits around the world. His talks are known for their engaging storytelling, practical insights, and actionable strategies. Drawing from his experiences with NBA stars, Mike shares lessons on leadership, teamwork, and personal growth that resonate with audiences from all walks of life. His ability to connect with people on a deep level and inspire them to take action has made him a trusted voice in the field of high-performance leadership.

In addition to his speaking engagements, Mike Lee is an accomplished author. His book, which has been sold internationally, delves into the principles of high performance and offers readers a roadmap for achieving their goals. The book combines personal anecdotes, research-based insights, and practical advice to help individuals unlock their full potential. Whether through his writing or his speaking, Mike’s mission is to empower people to lead with purpose, passion, and resilience.

Mike Lee’s coaching services are another testament to his expertise. He works with leaders and teams to develop the skills and mindsets necessary for success in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing environment. His coaching programs are tailored to the specific needs of each client, ensuring that they receive the support and guidance they need to achieve their objectives. By blending the worlds of sports and business, Mike offers a unique perspective that helps his clients gain a competitive edge.

In summary, Mike Lee is a globally recognized keynote speaker, internationally sold author, and coach who brings a wealth of experience and insight from the world of elite sports to the business arena. His unique approach to high-performance leadership, rooted in his work with NBA stars and his personal journey through mindfulness and meditation, offers valuable lessons for individuals and organizations seeking to thrive in today’s fast-paced world. Through his engaging speeches, practical coaching, and impactful writing, Mike empowers leaders to elevate engagement, win the war for talent, and create cultures of belonging.

Mike Lee’s blend of mindset, mindfulness, and high-performance principles provides a counter-cultural perspective that is both innovative and practical. Event planners looking to inspire and equip their audiences with the tools for success should consider booking Mike Lee for their next event. By partnering with Speakers Inc, they can ensure a seamless and professional experience, gaining access to a network of top-tier speakers and exceptional support throughout the process. In a world of disruption, Mike Lee’s insights and strategies are more relevant than ever, making him a valuable asset for any event.

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