Oliver Burkeman Speaker

Oliver Burkeman Keynote Speaker

  • Authored 'Four Thousand Weeks,' a New York Times bestseller
  • Published 'Meditations for Mortals' in October 2024​ Oliver Burkeman +12
  • Shortlisted for the Orwell Prize in 2006

Oliver Burkeman's Biography

Oliver Burkeman is a best-selling author and journalist known for his insights on time, focus, and meaning. His acclaimed book, ‘Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals,’ challenges conventional notions of efficiency, encouraging readers to embrace the finite nature of time. ​

In 2024, Oliver released ‘Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts,’ a practical guide designed as a four-week journey toward accepting life’s inherent imperfections and focusing on what truly matters. ​

For over a decade, Oliver penned the popular ‘This Column Will Change Your Life’ for The Guardian, offering readers thought-provoking insights into psychology and self-improvement. His work has also appeared in publications such as The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. In 2006, he was shortlisted for the prestigious Orwell Prize, recognizing his contributions to journalism. ​

As a speaker, Oliver engages audiences with his compelling perspectives on managing time, overcoming the pitfalls of modern productivity culture, and finding fulfillment by embracing life’s limitations. His talks resonate with individuals and organizations seeking to navigate the complexities of contemporary life with clarity and purpose.

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Oliver Burkeman's Speaking Topics

  • Reimagining Time, Productivity, and Meaning

  • Practical Strategies to Overcome Overwhelm and Burnout

  • Harnessing the Power of Mindset in Work and Life

  • Cultivating Fulfilling Habits Amid a Culture of Busyness

  • The Psychology of Change: Shifting Perspectives for Lasting Impact

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Videos of Oliver Burkeman

How to stop fighting against time. | Oliver Burkeman | TEDxUniversityofNicosia
Why patience is a superpower | Oliver Burkeman | TEDxManchester

Books by Oliver Burkeman

Editors' pick Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals
Editors' pick Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals
Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts
Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts

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