Adam Galinsky Keynote Speaker

  • World-renowned Expert in Social Psychology, Leadership & Organizational Behavior
  • Paul Calello Professor of Leadership and Ethics at Columbia Business School
  • Bestselling Author & Keynote Speaker whose TED Talk, “How to Speak Up for Yourself,” has been viewed over 7.7 million times

Adam Galinsky's Biography

Adam Galinsky is a world-renowned expert in social psychology, leadership, and organizational behavior. As a professor at Columbia Business School, he has dedicated his career to advancing our understanding of human behavior. As the Paul Calello Professor of Leadership and Ethics, Adam’s work seamlessly blends academic rigor with practical application, empowering individuals and organizations to be more effective decision-makers, dynamic problem-solvers, value-creating negotiators, and inclusive innovators.

Adam’s forthcoming book, Inspire: The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others, provides a groundbreaking framework for becoming a more inspiring leader. Drawing on decades of scientific research, captivating stories, and practical strategies, Inspire equips readers with the tools to transform themselves and the people around them to fuel motivation, drive innovation, and foster cooperation.

He is also the co-author of the critically acclaimed and best-selling Friend & Foe: When to Cooperate, When to Compete, and How to Succeed at Both, a riveting guide for navigating the complexities of human relationships in business and beyond. Both books are celebrated for making cutting-edge research accessible and actionable for leaders and professionals.

Adam is a sought-after speaker known for his engaging presentations that captivate audiences around the globe. His TED Talk, “How to Speak Up for Yourself,” has been viewed over 7.7 million times, confirming his reputation as a thought leader in leadership, negotiation, and communication. His innovative insights and dynamic teaching style have earned him teaching and mentoring awards at Princeton University, Northwestern University, and Columbia University. .

Through keynotes and workshops, Adam delivers transformative insights tailored to global audiences, from Fortune 500 companies to nonprofit organizations to local and national governments.

Adam is one of the most respected expert witnesses in the fields of defamation and organizational misconduct, with a track record of over $1 billion in verdicts and settlements linked to his testimony, reports, and advice.

Leveraging his deep social science knowledge, Adam provides clear, persuasive, and easily understood analyses of reputational harm and organizational dynamics, making him an invaluable asset in the courtroom.

Adam’s research has received numerous national and international awards from the scientific community.

 

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Adam Galinsky's Speaking Topics

  • The Science of INSPIRE

Cutting-edge insights into how leaders can inspire motivation, innovation and collaboration.

  • How to Speak Up for Yourself

Practical strategies for finding your voice, building confidence, and navigating challenging conversations.

  • Balancing Cooperation and Competition

Strategies for mastering the dynamic interplay of collaboration and competition to achieve lasting success.

  • Power Dynamics and Leadership

A guide to understanding, leveraging, and sustaining power effectively in professional and personal settings.

  • Negotiating for Success

Essential techniques to navigate high-stakes negotiations with confidence and precision.

  • Building Inclusive Cultures

Tools for fostering diversity, inclusion, and psychological safety within teams and organizations

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