Book Productivity Speakers

Dr. Erik Brynjolfsson is a professor at Stanford University and the Director of the Stanford Digital Economy Lab, recognized globally as a leading expert on the economics of AI and productivity. The author of the bestseller The Second Machine Age, he provides authoritative insights on the effects of information technologies on business strategy, employment, and the role of data-driven decision-making. His keynotes offer practical frameworks for navigating the digital future and leveraging technology for sustainable growth.

James Clear is the author of the international #1 New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits, which has sold over 15 million copies. He is a leading expert on habit formation, continuous improvement, and the science of decision-making. As a keynote speaker, Clear is sought after by Fortune 500 companies and regularly appears on media platforms. His talks offer a proven system for individuals and organizations to build better habits, overcome motivation challenges, and design an environment where success is easier to achieve.

Nir Eyal is the bestselling author of Hooked and Indistractable, with over 1 million copies sold worldwide. Dubbed “The Prophet of Habit-Forming Technology,” he is a leading expert on behavioral design and the psychology of user attention. As a former Lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, he consults and invests in habit-forming products that improve users' lives. His talks provide audiences with a crucial toolkit for achieving focus, control, and productivity in a digitally distracted world.

Tim Urban is the co-founder of the widely popular blog Wait But Why and a renowned speaker known for simplifying complex subjects like AI, technology, and the human experience through his unique long-form writing and illustrations. His TED Talk on procrastination is one of the most-watched of all time. His bestselling book, What’s Our Problem?, introduces a groundbreaking framework for understanding societal challenges by analyzing how we think rather than what we think.

Jim Kwik is a world-renowned expert on accelerated learning and the founder of the Kwik Brain brand. He specializes in helping individuals and organizations improve memory, reading speed, and overall brain performance. For 30 years, he has taught his methods to leaders and employees at Google, Nike, Virgin, and the United Nations. His masterfully delivered programs offer fast and fun ways to read faster, think smarter, and break through limiting beliefs to create and live an exceptional life.

Robin Sharma is one of the world's most influential leadership gurus and the author of #1 bestsellers, including The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari and The 5AM Club, which have sold over 25 million copies. His presentations provide uncommonly original and tactical insights that electrify audiences and empower individuals to achieve personal responsibility, productivity, and mastery. He works with Fortune 500 companies on leadership development and is the founder of the Robin Sharma Foundation for Children (RSFC).

Rujuta Diwekar is an authoritative sports scientist redefining India's nutritional landscape. Her unique approach emphasizes traditional wisdom and scientific research to foster holistic well-being, influencing both athletes and the wider public in their pursuit of health.

Dr. Sahar Yousef is a cognitive neuroscientist and faculty at UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business. She is a leading expert on cognitive training and human performance, having conducted over a decade of research on neuroplasticity. Her popular MBA class and the Becoming Superhuman Lab focus on the science of productivity. As a speaker, she provides organizations like Google and Visa with custom talks and workshops on productivity, energy management, and habit formation, empowering teams to complete crucial work with less stress and in less time.

Carl Honoré is the voice of the Global Slow Movement and an award-winning author whose books have been published in 36 languages. He is a prominent speaker on digital ethics, time management, and the benefits of slowing down. His seminal book, In Praise of Slow, chronicles the global trend toward putting on the brakes in work, food, and parenting. His keynotes provide highly pragmatic, actionable advice on tackling complex problems without resorting to superficial "quick fixes" in business, health, and relationships.

Parameswaran Venkataraman is a leading pioneer in Design Thinking and Behavioral Design in India. He is the Co-founder of '3 Big Things' and an expert who has held leadership roles at IDEO, Tata Digital, and Fractal.ai. The former Chief Design Officer at Fractal.ai and an HBS alumnus, his work is showcased as a case study in IDEO U's Design for Change course. His keynotes focus on Creating a Design Thinking mindset and translating design principles into personal reflections, leveraging his unique toolkit of Mindfulness and Design Thinking.

Pascal Bornet is a leading global expert in Intelligent Automation (IA) and AI, ranked among the world's top 10 influencers. He is the author of the bestseller Intelligent Automation. As the founder and former leader of the AI and Automation practices at McKinsey and EY, he is a highly sought-after speaker. His keynotes provide actionable insights on the Future of Work, Intelligent Automation, and the Skills of the Future for organizations like Microsoft and the World Bank.

Dr. Morten T. Hansen is a top-ranked global management thinker (Thinkers50) and a Professor at UC Berkeley and INSEAD. He is the co-author of the influential book Great by Choice. A former manager at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), his work is focused on helping companies thrive in a disruptive world. His keynotes provide research-backed strategies on Leading Collaboration and how to boost performance in the workplace by avoiding common organizational traps.

Stoyan Yankov is a leading productivity and performance coach and the bestselling author of PERFORM and PERFORM in Times of Crisis. He specializes in building high-performance cultures and boosting team cohesion. He has collaborated with over 550 companies globally, including HP and Coca-Cola. As a speaker, his keynotes at events like Web Summit deliver a high-energy mix of strategic storytelling and practical tools to drive productivity and inspire immediate action.

Niina Majaniemi, MBA, is a globally recognized expert in emotional intelligence, inclusive leadership and workplace wellbeing, with two decades of experience across international business and tech, including roles at Nokia and Microsoft. A published academic and practitioner, she has designed global training, produced events, and authored thought leadership for organizations such as Microsoft, Adobe and Manpower. Niina coaches leaders to embed empathy, accessibility and responsible AI into product design, leadership and customer experience, translating soft skills into measurable outcomes. She speaks at international forums alongside presidents, executives and changemakers, and works as a workplace culture architect and human centered leadership advisor. Her mission is simple: organisations don’t have to choose between humanity and profit - they can (and should) achieve both.

Roger Federer retired in 2022 after a career that reconfigured modern men’s tennis. His play—marked by technical fluency, strategic clarity and public composure—produced 20 Grand Slam singles titles and 103 ATP singles championships, records that anchor his standing in the sport’s recent history. Beyond match results, Federer has built a sustained philanthropic platform through the Roger Federer Foundation, focusing on early childhood learning across Southern Africa and Switzerland. His post-playing agenda combines advocacy, selective partnerships and public conversation about transitions, performance psychology and the responsibilities of public figures.