Tim Sanders: Leadership Speaker

  • Highlights:
    • Loved by audiences and meeting planners for his energy and actionable insights, Tim Sanders is one of the top rated leadership and sales keynote speakers in the world.
    • He’s the perfect solution to your opening general session challenge: Get people motivated to learn, share knowledge and network with each other.
    • You’ll love working with him and his team from booking to interviews to stage performance and post-event follow up.
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  • Travels from: Prescott, AZ
  • **Fee range: $35,001 - $50,000

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“The bigger the challenge, the wider you need to spin your collaborative web!” That’s the pivotal perspective of tech industry veteran, acclaimed collaboration expert and top rated keynote speaker Tim Sanders.

His key insight: Innovation starts with the motivation to think outside of the box, but only comes to life when you courageously work across the lines of your organization.

During his tenure as a senior executive and Board member, Sanders has studied leaders that practice what he terms ‘disruptive collaboration,’ a problem-solving style that leverages surprising alliances along the fault-lines of a company. He’ll reveal how the biggest leaps and turnarounds in history came from ‘collisions of thought,’ not safe work in our silos of excellence.

As a keynote speaker Tim’s eye-opening messages keynote will deliver actionable insights and tools that will boost productivity, drive agility and lead to breakthrough business outcomes.

Key Takeaways:

  • Why Companies That Practice Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration Outperform Rivals
  • How to Leverage the Power of Multiple Perspectives to Solve Problems Faster
  • How to Bring Collaborative Partners Online Quickly to Unleash Creativity
  • How to Bring Multiple Stakeholder Needs From “Me-to-We” in a Collaborative Project
  • Why it’s Important to Build Relationships Across the Company long before you need them

What are some of the top challenges facing today’s leaders? Employee engagement and customer retention.

Here’s what we know: Competition for our best people and most profitable customers is coming from every direction, disrupting our businesses. What can we do to cement strong relationships and stand out from the crowd? Lead with love.

In his New York Times bestselling book, Love Is the Killer App: How to Win Business and Influence People, Tim Sanders explains that “love is the most powerful force in the business world, and we show it by sharing our knowledge, networks and compassion to promote success in other people.” His research finds that when we lead with love, we grow our business, foster innovation and build a highly resilient enterprise.

He has circled the globe, giving thousands of professionals the insights they need to lead a culture that values generosity, mentorship and empathy. In this inspiring keynote, he’ll combine compelling research, case studies and actionable takeaways that will move your audience to action.

In this eye-opening keynote speech, he’ll combine research, stories, and takeaways to inspire your audience to action.

Key Takeaways Include:

  • Three ways to become a student of the game, and then later, a trusted advisor to others who are grappling with change.
  • How to supercharge your networking skills by asking different questions … starting at this conference!
  • How to put compassion at the center of key business decisions, from talent management to customer experience.

In a business world where disruption is a constant and competition is fierce, emotional intelligence (EQ) is just as important to a leader’s success as on-the-job experience and education (IQ).

As leaders invest time sharpening their EQ to become more resilient and relationship oriented, they develop what bestselling author Tim Sanders calls Emotional Talent.

In his bestselling book The Likeability Factor, Tim reveals how emotional talent expands our influence, bringing out the best in others. Best of all, it’s an area where leaders can make great strides with a committed effort. “It’s all about dialing into the emotional side of any situation, then proceeding with generosity.”

He’s traveled the world delivering conference keynotes and training programs to leading companies, universities and government agencies, giving leaders actionable insights that improve their performance immediately.

What sets Tim apart from other EQ experts is his high level of pre-event research and keynote customization to align his keynote to the organization’s greatest challenges.

Key Takeaways

  • A blueprint to emotional talent development: Self-awareness, self-leadership, social awareness and relationship management.
  • Why the mood state can have a 1000% impact on a company’s level of quality and innovation. Case studies range from Motorola to Google.
  • How to leverage employee experience design to develop a strong emotional value proposition that attracts & retains talent.
  • How to decode people’s emotions with 90% accuracy. Sanders will reveal the 7 Faces of Emotion,which can make you the smartest leader in the room.
  • How to master the Art of Deep Listening by borrowing techniques from the best interviewers in the world.

Being a good option is a bad strategy in this competitive and disruptive world we do business in. Essential partners retain their clients by adding ridiculous amounts of value.

Tim Sanders is renowned as one of the top-rated keynote speakers in the world today. His exceptional expertise, passionate delivery, and meticulous pre-event preparation process have made him a sought-after figure on the speaking and lecture circuits. With a focus on leadership development, sales success, and collaboration, Tim delivers highly-customized speeches that not only provide valuable insights but also reinforce event themes.

Tim Sanders | Leadership Speaker

With a career dedicated to advocating the power of relationships in both professional and personal spheres, Tim’s message resonates deeply with audiences across various industries, government organizations, and trade associations. His mantra, “Build relationships every working day of your life,” serves as the guiding principle behind all of his talks. This core belief underscores the importance of fostering meaningful connections, nurturing networks, and leveraging them for success in both individual careers and organizational goals.

Tim’s speaking engagements are characterized by their ability to inspire, educate, and engage audiences. His opening general session talks are known for igniting a spirit of knowledge sharing and networking that permeates throughout the events he speaks at, leaving a lasting impact on attendees. Event planners often find their audiences delighted and enriched by Tim’s presentations, thanks to his unique ability to blend profound insights with captivating storytelling and interactive sessions.

With extensive experience in keynote speaking across diverse sectors, Tim Sanders brings a wealth of knowledge and practical wisdom to every engagement. His success as a speaker stems not only from his engaging delivery style but also from his genuine commitment to improving the lives of his audience members and driving performance for his clients.

Tim Sanders is the ideal choice for event planners seeking a speaker who can deliver more than just a motivational talk. Through his meticulously crafted presentations, Tim ensures that audiences walk away with actionable insights, tangible strategies, and a renewed sense of purpose. His ability to tailor his message to meet the specific needs and objectives of each event sets him apart as a speaker who truly understands and values the importance of audience engagement and impact.

Moreover, event planners benefit from Tim Sanders collaborative approach and commitment to excellence. From initial consultation to post-event follow-up, Tim works closely with planners to understand their objectives, customize his content, and deliver an experience that exceeds expectations. His professionalism, reliability, and dedication to making every event a success make him a trusted partner for event planners seeking to create memorable and impactful experiences for their audiences.

In conclusion, Tim Sanders is not just a keynote speaker; he is a catalyst for positive change and growth. With his unparalleled expertise, passionate delivery, and unwavering commitment to excellence, Tim consistently delivers value and impact to audiences worldwide. Event planners who choose to book Tim through Speakers Inc can rest assured that they are partnering with a speaker who will elevate their event, inspire their audience, and leave a lasting impression that extends far beyond the stage.

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