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Mike Robbins
Author & Leadership Speaker
Mike Robbins
Author & Leadership Speaker
Biography
Mike Robbins is a sought-after keynote speaker, author, and leadership expert known for captivating audiences with his insights on team performance and company culture. His five books, including his latest, We’re All in This Together, have made him a leading voice in the field, while his dynamic and engaging approach have earned him accolades from some of the biggest organizations in the world.
A former college and professional baseball player (at Stanford University and with the Kansas City Royals), Mike transitioned from the sports field to the corporate world after an injury ended his playing career. He founded his own consulting firm in 2001. Since then, he has delivered keynote speeches and seminars for clients such as Google, Wells Fargo, Microsoft, Walmart, eBay, and many others.
Mike blends relatable stories with actionable advice, making complex concepts accessible and inspiring for diverse audiences. His work has been featured on NPR and ABC News, and in The Harvard Business Review and The New York Times.
Speaker Videos
Mike Robbins Speaking Reel
Bring your whole self to work | Mike Robbins | TEDxBerkeley
The power of appreciation: Mike Robbins at TEDxBellevue
The Importance of Inclusion & Belonging
Speech Topics
We're All In This Together
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
Authentic Leadership
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
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
Testimonials
Books & Media
Books
Nothing Changes Until You Do: A Guide to Self-Compassion and Getting Out of Your Own Way
We're All in This Together: Creating a Team Culture of High Performance, Trust, and Belonging
Be Yourself, Everyone Else is Already Taken: Transform Your Life with the Power of Authenticity
Focus on the Good Stuff: The Power of Appreciation
Bring Your Whole Self to Work: How Vulnerability Unlocks Creativity, Connection, and Performance