“Shawn was AMAZING! Beyond all expectations. I knew he was going to be funny, but I did not realize HOW consistently funny. And a total class act. We’ve already had numerous comments and emails from people practicing their three grateful things.” — Aimee Harris, VP, Brand Management, Primrose Schools Franchising Company
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Speakers Reviews
Shawn Achor
Shawn Achor
“Shawn Achor set off a ripple of happiness in our audience that will continue to spread. His masterful storytelling transforms listeners, and his message of community connection is just what we needed to hear.” – Carolyn Gan, Program Director, Conference for Women
Shawn Achor
“Thank you SO much for all of your help leading up to the event and on site! Shawn’s talk was fabulous and my teammates in attendance all said it helped get them ready and excited for the day – it was exactly what they needed.” — Jenna Fitch, Community & Conference Content Director, New Hope Network
Shawn Achor
“Thank you so much for joining us as our Thrive Talent Career Week keynote speaker! We have been receiving so many positive and appreciative notes from employees who were either prompted to think of happiness differently, or were reminded of happiness ‘practices’ they had forgotten. Your talk helped galvanize the employee expectations set out by our CHRO and made them feel real. For me personally, it was a career highlight, and I will be forcing my entire family to watch the replay! ? We are already brainstorming ideas for implementing your suggestions, and we’ll be looking forward to seeing more of your work as it unfolds. I hope we have an opportunity to cross paths again.” —Elaine-Marie (EM) Bohen, NetApp Director of Talent Enablement
Shawn Achor
“Shawn was amazing, kind, and generous with his time and knowledge on-site. Our team was enamored, as were all of our audience members. His presentation was funny, engaging, and insightful. Is Shawn a comedian disguised as a scientist/researcher? It takes a special person and industry leader to make information, that might otherwise get lost in a peer reviewed journal, come to life for vast and diverse audiences in a way they can relate to and find meaning. The room was also at maximum capacity – the fire marshal had to cut us off. We would HIGHLY recommend Shawn as a speaker!” – Jenna Fitch, Community & Conference Content Director, New Hope Network
Shawn Achor
“Shawn’s presentation exceeded our expectations (both for those of us that put the program together as well as our attendees). We already knew from the TEDx video that he was a dynamic presenter but then to meet him in person and have him be so down to earth and genuine was a big bonus. This was particularly beneficial for us with our group being so small (approximately 25 people) and the main goal for them to connect and learn from each other. Having Shawn kick-off our event set the tone for the next two days. There were several attendees over the next two days who referenced different portions of Shawn’s session and would comment on how they started their day with their gratitude’s. Many also plan to read his book to help them with the process for setting new habits.” — Threshold Group
Shawn Achor
“We can’t thank Shawn enough for making this year’s Johnson & Johnson OCMO Leadership Team meeting such a success. His presentation was a highlight of our event. Our meeting objectives focused on audience engagement, leadership skills, structured networking and fun – Shawn helped us achieve all of these and then some. I’ve already witnessed my colleagues engaging in the happiness habits, and I’m practicing them myself!” — Johnson & Johnson
Shawn Achor
“Your presentation was uplifting, entertaining and enlightening. What a refreshing topic, and one that should be shared with all! Our group is made up of highly accomplished managers with years of experience. They can be a tough audience to say the least, but you completely captured them with your positive energy, your research and humor. Undeniably, Shawn Achor has made a difference on my professional and personal life to be happy!” –Medivation
Shawn Achor
“Shawn’s presentation on The Happiness Advantage was excellent. Everyone in our company, from Welders and Machinists to Engineers and Executives, thoroughly enjoyed the subject matter and take-home value provided by The Happiness Advantage presentation.” –Zeeco, Inc.
Shawn Achor
“We have used Shawn globally to deliver workshops for our Managing Director and Executive Director audiences (both individuals and intact teams); as an estimate he has presented to close to 1000 people at this level at UBS. We are pretty selective about who we would put in front of this level of audience but Shawn never disappoints. The feedback from the seminars he has run for us is amongst the best across any of the training courses we deliver (from memory over 95 per cent of this audience would recommend the training to peers). Shawn has partnered exceptionally well with UBS to tailor his materials and research to our needs. He is always open to feedback and ideas.” —UBS
Shawn Achor
“A short note of appreciation for the outstanding, insightful and inspirational presentation at our Senior Leadership meeting. You have an uncanny ability to modify the content to the audience, and the result is impactful.”–Adobe
Shawn Achor
“Harvard lecturer Shawn Achor is funny, self-depreciating, and devastating to my notions of what his field is all about. He’s got research that makes the “genes + environment + potential for success” model look like an idea only Flat Earthers could harbour. Even better, he’s got tips for how we can improve our brains. By the time he starts talking about “activation energy” and tells us we can prime our brains for enhanced achievement by doing one simple activity every day, I’m butter to his knife.” —Boston Globe
Shawn Achor
“Shawn’s presentation on happiness was absolutely amazing! Funny, engaging, smart, optimistic, and practical, Shawn inspired us to shift the way that we look at the world, and to make simple yet powerful changes in our own lives. His uplifting message had a positive impact on those who attended – the feedback we’ve received has been extraordinary, and people are still talking about his presentation!” –Goodwin Procter LLP
Shawn Achor
“Thank you, and thank Shawn, again for creating such a valuable educational aspect of our congress. So many of the attendees came to me and said how wonderful his presentation was and how they plan to incorporate his teachings into their lives… it really was fantastic.” —Les Clefs d’Or USA
Shawn Achor
“Shawn brings energy and actionable ideas to countless research studies with flawless delivery!” –MorganStanley SmithBarney
Shawn Achor
“Shawn Achor is an infectious speaker and can captivate an audience. He’s appearance was truly meaningful to my YPO members. I can already tell based on their responses that they have valued what he has said and are using it in their everyday lives. Thank you for making this possible!” –YPO-WPO America’s Gateway
Shawn Achor
“Shawn Achor brings the science, research, and factual data behind why happiness happens and teaches how to reproduce happiness. Shawn will bring a new perspective on happiness by presenting a new lens that eliminates traditional “normal” worldly view on why we are happy, in exchange for a scientific, fact based, process any person can use to create real happiness in their own life.” –Jimmy John’s
Shawn Achor
“Shawn Achor is a talented and engaging speaker. He has the ability to reach his audience through a unique combination of humor and real life experiences intertwined with results from his extensive research on happiness that brings credibility and validity to his message, which should resonate with any individual or company that values continuous improvement and strives for peak performance. I highly recommend Shawn Achor as both a speaker and an author. I am happier as a result of Shawn’s positive influence on my life and family.” –Corning Credit Union
Shawn Achor
“The members and guests of MHCA were treated to a fine presentation when you keynoted our Fall Conference. When selecting our speakers, we strive to find those people whose passion will inspire our members to higher performance and personal growth. Your message certainly did both. Clearly you have touched the heart of MHCA by describing ‘The Happiness Advantage.’ Thank you so much for your message.” –Mental Health Corporations of America (MHCA)
Shawn Achor
“An amazing event! It was such fun and so stimulating to have Shawn at Facebook! As we strive to help the world become more open and connected, remaining positive and grateful for meaningful and productive relationships is essential! Shawn’s ideas and research is very insightful to us as we think about our mission. Thank-you! –Facebook
