Rick Smith’s primary mission is to help individuals improve their lives through work, and unlock latent productivity within organizations in the process. A keynote speech can be a very effective way to introduce this mission into your organization, and motivate individuals to action.
Because of his entrepreneurial, not-for-profit and writing commitments, each year Rick must select a discrete number of keynotes. These speeches last approximately 45-60 minutes, including time for Q&A. In each, Rick presents the core insights of improving your life through work, and inspires each participant to put these insights to action in their lives.
For more information on how to hire Rick to speak to your organization, please contact Jayme (at) RickSmith.me
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Praise for Rick Smith
“Rick Smith was a late addition to Brand ManageCamp as he filled a slot for a speaker who needed to cancel at the last minute. A consummate professional, Rick stepped right into the action, quickly getting up to speed on our audience and displaying an energy and enthusiasm for the event that was greatly appreciated. Alongside other prominent keynote speakers such as Guy Kawasaki, Dr. Philip Kotler, Joe Navarro and Kevin Clancy, Rick knocked it out of the park at the conference. He is a well-polished speaker who is able to deliver his inspirational message in a way that immediately connects with the audience. His presentation was very well supported by slides that were fluid and visually engaging. If you are even considering bringing Rick to your event, I recommend that you take “The Leap” and hire him right now. You won’t be disappointed.”
- Len Herstein, CEO of ManageCamp
“In my business, I attend many conferences (5 or 6 every year for the last 10 years), and also occasionally speak myself. So I hear a lot of speakers and understand what works, and I can say with confidence that your speech was among the best I have heard from any speaker in the industry. Your presentation contained just the right balance of motivational content along with tangible steps anyone can start taking now to move their own performance from just good to exceptional. You were charismatic, engaging, humorous, and humble. You had the crowd mesmerized. Just after your presentation, someone came up and used the exact same word - mesmerized. Another person said “You hit it out of the park”. I heard nothing but sincere compliments from anyone in the crowd. Everyone was interested, engaged, and frantically taking notes! I don’t think there was one Blackberry on iPhone being checked while you spoke, which is quite a feat. You would be a welcome addition to any conference - this topic would be relevant and motivating to any professional. I will highly recommend you to others! Thanks again for the wonderful presentation!”
-Susan Robertson, Innovation Process Consultant, Ideas To Go
“As one that travels frequently and has the pleasure to listen to some of the world’s most dynamic speakers, I must tell you that you are one of the best. I had new-found energy following your presentation and felt compelled to write and thank you for your time, wisdom and authenticity. As a 31 year-old male, I have been successful in my career, but still have this nagging feeling that I am destined for much more - what fortuitous timing. I wanted to let you know that I will be buying the book for our entire management team and you should know that your talk ‘made’ the trip for me.”
- Darin Johnson, VP, Marketing- HealthCare Insight
Currently, Rick is speaking on the following topics:
The Performance Leap: 3 Steps to Unlocking the Potential in Yourself and Those You Lead
(Ideal audience: current, next generation, and high potential employees, managers and leaders at all organizational levels)
The greatest leaders understand how to maximize the performance of every individual, beginning with themselves. Adapted from the new book, The Leap (September 2009).
Take The Leap: 3 Steps to a Breakthrough Life
(Ideal audience: associations, conferences with diverse audiences, current, next generation, and high potential employees, managers and leaders at all organizational levels)
Inside every individual there is untapped potential. Rick Smith shows the simple steps that can help anyone unlock it. Adapted from the new book, The Leap (September 2009).
The Patterns of Extraordinary Performance: The Guide to Uncommon Individual and Organizational Achievement
(Ideal audience: current, next generation, and high potential employees, managers and leaders at all organizational levels)
The most successful organizations create an environment where talented professionals can develop and achieve their greatest potential. Adapted from the new book, The Leap (September 2009), and from his bestselling book The 5 Patterns of Extraordinary Careers.
For more information on how to hire Rick to speak to your organization, please contact Jayme (at) RickSmith.me
