RONAN HARRINGTON
International Keynote Speaker
Motivational Speaker - Speaking Themes
I am an internationally recognised motivational speaker that advises world leading companies on how to create resilient, high performance teams.
I reveal the secrets to being a high performer with a low risk of burnout. This makes me the ideal speaker if your focus is on driving both productivity and wellbeing.
In my keynotes, audiences are introduced to a new way of working grounded in the cutting edge science of resilience and productivity, with practical tools to shift to a model of sustainable high performance.
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I am a former futurist to the British Foreign Office, with a keen eye for workplace trends; and a LinkedIn Top Voice on Public Speaking, with a memorable one liner always up my sleeve.
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​Industry leaders work with me because I have a true gift for entertaining audiences. I deliver the latest research and practical tools with humour and flair, with memorable take aways that audiences can't wait to share with their teams and families.
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I also have a unique ability to motivate a deep commitment to change. My jaw dropping story is a cautionary tale about the pressures of senior leadership and the lasting consequences when we get it wrong.
With real vulnerability, I share how I went from the corridors of power to being diagnosed with a lifetime chronic pain condition. Clients often describe being deeply moved by story of triumph through adversity and credit me with inspiring a deeper commitment to change.
Now more than ever, we need guidance on how to keep going in the face of adversity. I show how we can triumph even in the most difficult of circumstances.
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Below, you will find an overview of the key themes of my keynote speeches and workshops, all designed to catalyse a shift towards a culture of sustainable high performance.
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Join industry leaders in unlocking the secrets to sustainable high performance and resilience. For more detailed insights into each theme, please follow the respective links.
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Sustainable High Performance
The current system of knowledge work is broken - excessive workload and the relentless demands of social mobile technology have eroded our capacity to innovate and thrive. In my keynote speeches and workshops, I focus on proven ways to boost both productivity and wellbeing, helping companies create a culture of sustainable high performance during these times of demanding change.
Resilience
​Resilience is one of the core themes of my keynotes and indeed of my personal story. Through my keynotes and workshops, I delve into the science of resilience, offering practical tools and strategies to help teams and individuals navigate adversity and maintain high performance without burning out. Drawing from my personal experiences, I show how resilience can be cultivated and sustained.
Leadership
At the risk of stating the obvious, effective leadership is one of the fundamental ingredients for creating resilient, high-performance teams. My talks provide insights into transforming leadership styles to support emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and effective team dynamics. Leaders will learn how to inspire and motivate their teams through change and uncertainty.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
We know that prioritising mental health and well-being in the workplace is crucial for sustained performance. In my keynote speeches and workshops, I explore strategies to genuinely foster a supportive environment that prioritises the mental health and wellbeing of employees, in turn leading to better overall performance and satisfaction.