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Mike Robbins's speaking fee falls within range: $25,000 to $30,000
Mike Robbins is the author of five books, Focus on the Good Stuff, Be Yourself Everyone Else is Already Taken, Nothing Changes Until You Do, Bring Your Whole Self to Work, and We’re All in This Together, which have been translated into fifteen different languages.
As an expert in teamwork, leadership, and emotional intelligence, Mike delivers keynotes and seminars (both in-person and virtually) that empower people, leaders, and teams to engage in their work, collaborate, and perform at their best. Through his speeches, seminars, consulting, and writing, Mike teaches important techniques that allow individuals and organizations to be more appreciative, authentic, and effective.
His clients include: Google, Wells Fargo, Microsoft, Walmart, Schwab, LinkedIn, Deloitte, the U.S. Department of Labor, Gap, Harvard University, Coca-Cola, Disney, Chevron, eBay, Kaiser, Airbnb, UC Berkeley, the NBA, Pixar, Genentech, Adobe, the Oakland A’s, and many others. Mike is a member of the National Speakers Association and is one of less than 10% of the professional speakers in the world to have earned the prestigious Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation from the National Speakers Association.
He has been featured on NPR, ABC News, the Oprah radio network, and in the Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, the New York Times, the Economist, the Wall Street Journal, and many others. He was a regular contributor to Forbes and is the creator and host of the popular podcast, We’re All In This Together.
Prior to his speaking, writing, and consulting career, Mike was drafted by the New York Yankees out of high school. He turned the Yankees down and instead chose to play baseball at Stanford University, where he pitched in the College World Series. He was drafted by the Kansas City Royals out of Stanford and played three seasons of professional baseball in the Royals organization before arm injuries ended his playing career while still in the minor leagues.
After his athletic career was cut short, Mike worked in sales and business development for two Internet start-ups. When the dot-com bubble burst in 2000, it allowed him to follow a deeper passion – empowering and inspiring people – and opened the door for him to start working full time as a speaker, author, and coach.
In addition to earning a degree from Stanford in American Studies with a specialization in race and ethnicity, Mike has continued to educate himself. He has extensively studied many disciplines of both personal and professional development and received training from the Coaches Training Institute.
He’s also a former board member for two non-profit organizations – Challenge Day (a powerful youth organization that focuses on inclusion, mindfulness, and personal development for teens) and The Peace Alliance (an organization focused on creating a culture of peace in America and around the world, as well as a grassroots political campaign to create a cabinet-level U.S. Department of Peace).
Mike is a contributing author to: Chicken Soup for the Single Parent’s Soul, Creating a Marriage You’ll Love, and Thirty Things to Do When You Turn Thirty.
He lives in Novato, CA (in the San Francisco Bay Area) with his wife Michelle, and their two daughters, Samantha and Rosie.
Mike Robbins discusses how our ability to be authentic and vulnerable allows us to connect with others in a real way. He explains that in his 15 plus years of coaching and speaking, he’s learned that succeeding as both an individual and group depends on people’s capacities to bring their whole selves – “all the gifts, all the talents, the fears, the doubts, the insecurities” – to work with them.
Pointing out that everyone has experienced disappointments and heartbreak, he notes that these same vulnerabilities are the basis of the empathy and trust that bind people together. “Vulnerability is the key driver in human trust fundamental for leaders, fundamental for all of us, to build trust,” Mike reports. “And also it’s the birthplace of innovation and change and risk of all the things that are important to us. If we’re going to do anything new or different, if we’re going to grow, we’ve got to be vulnerable.”
Unlock Creativity, Connection, and Performance
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
Create a Team Culture of High-Performance, Trust, and Belonging
Team culture is essential to success. In this program, which is based on the 20 years of research and experience Mike Robbins has done with high-performing teams, the four pillars of his new book, We’re All in This Together, as well as his background as a college and professional baseball player, he teaches people, leaders, and team how to come together, overcome adversity, and perform at their best – especially in challenging times.
This Program: - Teaches people how to enhance authenticity and psychological safety - Illustrates specific ways to increase inclusion and belonging - Shows how appreciation positively impacts both morale and productivity - Encourages people to address conflicts and embrace feedback in an empowering way - Challenges team members to care about and push each other in productive ways that bring out everyone’s best
Inspire others and build trust by being yourself
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
Navigate Change, Lead Others, and Take Ownership
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
Enhance connection, trust, and success by deepening relationships
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
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
“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.”
– Jack Calhoun, President, Banana Republic
“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.”
– Alan Moss, VP of U.S. Sales, Google
“Mike Robbins has a great style and unique perspective. The principles he teaches have helped me and our executive leadership team at eBay.”
– Devin Wenig, former President and CEO, eBay
“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.”
– Dheeraj Pandey, co-founder, Nutanix
“You gave each of the 1,600 people within our group tips and techniques for enhanced success – individually and collectively. Thank you for the positive impact you have had on our business.”
– John Montero, VP Human Resources, Wells Fargo Bank
“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.”
– Leilani Gayles, Chief People Officer, San Francisco Giants
“Your enthusiasm and passion were contagious. Your understanding and empathy for many of the obstacles these people face connected you to the group. I am confident that those in attendance were effectively given a vision of what they can become in the future through your example.”
– Steve Braden, VP Pacific Zone, New York Life Insurance
“You gave us so much to think about and many good pieces of advice that will help all of us to be more successful on and off the field.”
– A.J. Hinch, Assistant General Manager, San Diego Padres
“Your remarks had a direct impact on the attendees, as they now know that in order to succeed we must appreciate ourselves and those we work with.”
– Joe McGarry, Director, Human Resources, Kaiser Permanente
“Your presentation was excellent and highly informative. Your openness and enthusiasm made it very easy to relate to the information you shared.”
– Susan Simoni Burk, Assistant Athletic Director, Stanford University
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Focus on the Good Stuff: The Power of Appreciation
We live in a culture that focuses on the “bad stuff”. We’re constantly bombarded with negative messages from the media, advertisers, politicians, and even the people around us. Worse yet, many of us are so critical of ourselves that we’re our worst enemies.
But help is on the way. Focus on the Good Stuff offers a plan for dispelling the cloud of negativity that surrounds us. Mike Robbins has created a powerful yet simple new approach for mastering the one thing we need most of all to achieve authentic happiness and be of service to others – that is, to practice the art of appreciation.
Written by a former professional baseball player whose career ended with an injury to his pitching arm in the middle of his third season, Focus on the Good Stuff is filled with passion, authenticity and humor. Author Mike Robbins offers a step-by-step program with exercises for overcoming negative influence and obstacles, creating a truly grateful approach to life, and establishing an environment that can support success and peace of mind.
Be Yourself, Everyone Else Is Already Taken: Transform Your Life With the Power of Authenticity
Learn the power and importance of authenticity; move beyond the fear and limitations that stop you from living truly and bring more authenticity into your work, relationships, and life. Motivational speaker Mike Robbins’ new audiobook, Be Yourself, Everyone Else is Already Taken will teach you the principles of authenticity, and give you the exercises and actions to transform your life: – Confront and transform fear – Speak your truth with confidence – Take risks and go for what you truly want in life – Trust and celebrate yourself – Have more freedom in your relationships, work, and life
Part One addresses the “problem” – the paralysis so many people find themselves in. Part Two presents the “solution” – the five principles of authenticity and Part Three concludes with action plans, principles and exercises – putting authenticity into action.
Nothing Changes Until You Do: A Guide to Self-Compassion and Getting Out of Your Own Way
After three years of living his dream as a professional baseball pitcher, Mike Robbins had an arm injury that benched him for good, and when this happened, he had to figure out who he was without the identity of “baseball player” – a process fraught with emotional highs and lows. He quickly realized that the self-criticism and self-doubt he was feeling are epidemic in our culture. Too often we base our value on our external world – our jobs, finances, appearance, or various other factors. Even the most successful people struggle with their relationship with themselves.
In Nothing Changes Until You Do, Mike looks at this delicate relationship and brings to light a new way to look at life, opening your eyes to your innate value. In these 40 inspiring stories, Mike shows you how to get out of your own way and make peace with yourself. With humor, authenticity, and ease, he illustrates that with a little self-compassion and a healthy dose of self-acceptance, anyone can turn away from the negatives that manifest because of a critical self-perception – things like unkindness, insecurity, addictions, unnecessary drama, and more. You’ll learn to have more compassion, more acceptance, and more love for yourself – thus giving you access to more compassion, more acceptance, and more love for the people (and everything else) in your life.
Bring Your Whole Self to Work: How Vulnerability Unlocks Creativity, Connection, and Performance
In today’s work environment, the lines between our professional and personal lives are blurred more than ever before. Whatever is happening to us outside of our workplace – whether stressful, painful, or joyful – follows us into work as well. We may think we have to keep these realities under wraps and act as if we “have it all together”. But as Mike Robbins explains, we can work better, lead better, and be more engaged and fulfilled if – instead of trying to hide who we are- we show up fully and authentically.
Mike, a sought-after motivational speaker and business consultant, has spent more than 15 years researching, writing, and speaking about essential human experiences and high performance in the workplace. His clients have ranged from Google to Citibank, from the US Department of Labor to the San Francisco Giants. From small start-ups in Silicon Valley to family owned businesses in the Midwest. From what he’s seen and studied over the years, Mike believes that for us to thrive professionally, we must be willing to bring our whole selves to the work that we do. Bringing our whole selves to work means acknowledging that we’re all vulnerable, imperfect human beings doing the best we can. It means having the courage to take risks, speak up, have compassion, ask for help, connect with others in a genuine way, and allow ourselves to be truly seen.
In this book, Mike outlines five principles we can use to approach our own work in this spirit of openness and humanity and to help the people we work with feel safe enough to do the same, so that the teams and organizations we’re a part of can truly succeed. “This book will offer you insights, ideas, and tools to inspire you to bring all of who you are to the work that you do – regardless of where you work, what kind of work you do, and with whom you do it. And if you’re an owner, a leader, or just someone who wants to have influence on those around you, this book will also give you specific techniques for how to build or enhance your team’s culture in such a way that encourages others to bring all of who they are to work.”
We’re All in This Together: Creating a Team Culture of High Performance, Trust, and Belonging
Have you ever been on a team where the talent was strong, but the team wasn’t very good? On the flip side, have you ever been on a team where not every single member was a rock star, but something about the team just worked?
We’ve all had these types of experiences. And yet, it can be difficult to understand what makes one team successful and another one not.
In this book, Mike Robbins dives deep into the ways great businesses build trust, collaborate, and operate at their peak level. As an expert in teamwork, leadership, and emotional intelligence, Mike draws on more than 20 years of experience working with top companies like Google and Microsoft, as well as his baseball career with the Kansas City Royals. And, while each team and organization have their own unique challenges, goals, and dynamics, there are some universal qualities that allow teams to truly come together and thrive.
The book’s core principles include fostering an environment of psychological safety, fostering inclusion and belonging, addressing and navigating conflict, and maintaining a healthy balance of high expectations and empathy. Throughout, Mike shares powerful exercises and tools he’s successfully utilized in the keynote speeches, group sessions and corporate retreats that he delivers, so that you and your team can communicate more authentically, give and receive feedback with skill, and create deeper connections.
We’re All in This Together also features personal stories and interviews with high-level business leaders and thought leaders to provide insights into an ever-changing workplace culture.
“For us to do our best work, have the kind of impact we truly want to have, and unlock our full potential, we can’t do it alone; we must to do it together. If you and your team are willing to do what it takes, you can build and sustain an incredibly strong culture of trust and performance, and accomplish remarkable things.”
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