Todd Henry
- Author of 7 books including, Daily Creative, The Accidental Creative, Die Empty, Louder Than Words, and Herding Tigers
- Host of ‘The Accidental Creative’ podcast, providing weekly tips for staying prolific, brilliant, and healthy
- Inspires audiences to establish practices that lead to everyday brilliance
Todd Henry Speaker Biography
Todd Henry is an internationally recognized keynote speaker, best-selling author, and trusted advisor to leaders and organizations who want to unlock brilliance, build courageous cultures, and achieve lasting impact. For nearly two decades, he has equipped executives, creative professionals, and teams with practical frameworks to drive innovation, sharpen focus, and perform at their peak—even under intense pressure.
He is the author of seven acclaimed books, including The Accidental Creative, Die Empty, Herding Tigers, and The Brave Habit, which have been translated into more than a dozen languages and used by organizations worldwide to transform the way they lead and create. Known as “the arms dealer for the creative revolution,” Todd blends research, compelling storytelling, and actionable strategies to help audiences thrive in a fast-changing world.
Todd’s award-winning podcast, The Daily Creative, has been downloaded more than 20 million times since 2005, making him one of the most trusted voices on creativity, leadership, and productivity. His work has been featured by global media outlets, and he has delivered keynote speeches and workshops to hundreds of organizations across industries—from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups—empowering them to unleash the untapped potential of their people.
As a thought leader at the intersection of creativity and leadership, Todd Henry has developed a comprehensive framework that helps leaders and teams:
• Build brave habits that drive clarity, courage, and cultural resilience.
• Conquer creativity killers and overcome stagnation with practical, repeatable strategies.
• Maintain brilliance under pressure by mastering rhythms of productivity and avoiding burnout.
• Lead high-performing creative teams with focus, empathy, and confidence.
Whether he is speaking to executives navigating disruption, managers leading diverse teams, or professionals striving to deliver their best work, Todd Henry delivers high-energy, transformational keynotes that equip audiences to be brave, focused, and brilliant every day.
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BRAVE HABITS
Organizations and society are crying out for courageous leadership in the face of uncertainty. The marketplace demands business owners who prioritize their employees and communities, even at risk of personal cost. We need more people willing to build empathetic bridges across ideological divides.
Bravery is often associated with grand, heroic gestures, but true courage manifests in daily actions: confronting uncertainty, challenging conventional wisdom, and resolving conflicts. Keynote speaker and best-selling author Todd Henry helps organizations face uncertainty with clear, decisive action to achieve greatness.
By the end of this keynote, you’ll learn the two critical factors necessary for cultivating habitual bravery. You’ll discover how leaders and creative pros can integrate “the brave habit” in their daily lives to foster a culture of courage that drives innovation, strengthens relationships, and propels organizations forward.
BRILLIANCE UNDER PRESSURE
In the fast-paced, create-on-demand world, the constant need to produce brilliant results can leave even the most talented creative pros feeling uninspired and burned out. Brilliance under Pressure provides a proven framework for maintaining peak creative problem solving, even under intense pressure.
Through engaging stories and practical insights, keynote speaker and best-selling author Todd Henry equips you with powerful strategies to defeat the common “assassins” of creativity that rob you of focus and productivity. You’ll discover how to order your world to master five areas of creative rhythm that will enable you to stay energized and avoid the pitfalls of burnout and frustration.
By the end of this keynote, you’ll be armed with a toolkit of practices that will transform your approach to creative work and enable you to consistently deliver brilliant results, no matter the circumstances.
CONQUERING CREATIVITY KILLERS
Creative problem solving can be a grind. Even the most talented leaders and creative pros can find themselves stuck, working hard but not achieving the results they desire. This unexpected stagnation and loss of passion is frustrating and demoralizing, impacting individual and organizational success.
Through practical strategies and thought-provoking insights, keynote speaker and best-selling author Todd Henry reveals how to overcome the seven “deadly sins” that lead to personal and organizational plateaus. You’ll learn how to break free from these common traps, challenge assumptions, and rediscover your passion for producing brilliant work.
By the end of this keynote, you’ll be equipped with the tools to overcome fear, foster collaboration, navigate the natural phases of personal and career growth, and overcome the fear of failure—and success. Discover ways to reignite your drive and achieve breakthrough results, no matter the challenges.
HERDING TIGERS
Assembling a team of top creative talent is just the beginning. The real challenge lies in leading and motivating these high-performers to achieve extraordinary results. Many leaders of creative professionals struggle to harness the full potential of their teams, despite having all the right pieces in place.
Through revealing often-overlooked aspects of leading creative teams, keynote speaker and best-selling author Todd Henry helps you discover surprising insights into what truly motivates high-performers. By mastering these techniques, you’ll be equipped to overcome common pitfalls, foster a culture of innovation, and lead your team to unprecedented success.
By the end of this keynote, you’ll be equipped with effective leadership approaches, time and attention management, and self-leadership techniques. Learn how to balance the seemingly conflicting needs within your team to nurture creativity while maintaining focus and productivity.
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