Management Speaker Marcus Buckingham

Marcus Buckingham

Best-selling Author and Guru on Leadership & Management Practices

A widely recognized business expert and thought leader who was featured in The New York Times, Fast Company, Fortune, and more. Speaker Marcus Buckingham believes that when people use their skills to work on what they love, both the individual and their organizations will win. Organizations book Marcus Buckingham to learn about effective team leadership, and how to win at work by showing what you are really worth.

Want to book Marcus Buckingham as a speaker for your event? Please provide the info below and we’ll get in touch within 24h:

    Marcus Buckingham biography

    Management speaker Marcus Buckingham centers his research on unlocking strengths, enhancing performance, and improving how individuals will work in the future. He has approximately twenty years of experience as a Senior Researcher at the Gallup Organization. Marcus serves as the Head of People + Performance research at the ADP Research Institute, where he directs the organizational vision. 

    In 2006, he launched The Marcus Buckingham Company aiming to ignite a “strengths revolution” around the world. It originated from the idea that when people use their skills to work on what they love, both the individual and their organizations will win.

    Speaker Marcus Buckingham is a widely recognized business expert and thought leader. He has become part of several publications. These include The New York Times, Fast Company, Fortune, USA Today, Harvard Business Review, and The Wall Street Journal. Marcus has also appeared on several television shows, such as “The Today Show,” “Larry King Live,” and “Oprah Winfrey Show.” 

    Companies such as Facebook, Toyota, Coca-Cola, lululemon, Wells Fargo, Master Foods, Disney, and Microsoft regularly praise him as an incredible resource for informing and challenging individuals to discover their own skills and talents and sustain long-term personal success. Marcus is currently the director of People + Performance research at the ADP Research Institute. Moreover, he continues to serve as The Marcus Buckingham Company’s chief executive.

    Nine Lies About Work: A Freethinking Leader’s Guide to the Real World is Marcus’ most recent book. It analyzes the lies that dominate our workplaces and the fundamental truths that will enable us to change this situation.

    Every speech Marcus gives highlights the relationship between strengths-driven, motivated people and business basics such as customer satisfaction levels,  turnover rates,  earnings, and productivity. Marcus’s strengths-based approach focuses on getting to the heart of what motivates people to become successful.

    Marcus Buckingham Speaking Videos

    Marcus Buckingham - Competitive Advantage
    Marcus Buckingham - Nine Lies About Work

    Marcus Buckingham Keynote Topics

    What the research reveals about the real world of work:
    • Examine the 9 lies that are pervasive in our organizations.
    • Learn the truths behind them, backed by data and research.
    • Discover how you can become a Freethinking Leader.
    There are some big lies running through our organizational lives. Nine lies, to be exact. They cause dysfunction and frustration and ultimately result in a strange feeling of unreality that pervades our workplaces.
    Marcus discusses the real world of work, as it is and as it should be — and reveals the few core truths that will help you show just how good you are to those who truly rely on you.

    What the best team leaders do differently:
    • Discover the one ritual that all great team leaders have in common.
    • Learn the single concept that the best team leaders apply with their teams.
    • Identify your particular strengths as a team leader.

    How to build a culture of performance:
    • Learn the one thing that sets great leaders apart.
    • Explore the 4 levers that leaders use to create a high-performing culture.
    • Get clear about your organization’s core strengths.

    How to drive personal performance:
    • Discover the approach that characterizes the most successful people in the world.
    • Pinpoint your competitive advantage.
    • Learn how to apply your competitive advantage at work.

    FAQs on Booking Marcus Buckingham

    How to book Marcus Buckingham as a keynote speaker?
    Aurum Speakers Bureau can help you book Marcus Buckingham as a speaker for your next event, conference, or board meeting. Simply fill out our contact form to inquire about Marcus Buckingham's availability for a speaking engagement. One of our booking agents will respond to your request immediately and contact the speaker to let them know you want to hire them. We will assist you with obtaining speaking fees, booking information, and confirming availability for Marcus Buckingham or any other top keynote speaker or celebrity of your choice.
    How much is Marcus Buckingham speaking fee?
    Marcus Buckingham speaking fees are determined by several factors, including the event's date, whether it's a virtual or in-person event, the duration, format, preparation required for their speech, and more. The same applies to the cost to hire any other top expert speakers and celebrities. The Speaker Fee Range listed on our website is simply a guideline and is subject to change without notice. If you would like to hire Marcus Buckingham to deliver a keynote speech for your event, please fill out the contact form or email us at info@aurumbureau.com with as much detail as possible. One of our experienced agents will get in touch with you and let you know exactly how much it will cost to book Marcus Buckingham.
    How can I contact Marcus Buckingham?
    We only work with Marcus Buckingham on paid speaking engagements. Aurum Speakers Bureau can assist you in booking Marcus Buckingham and will handle all negotiations, contracts, and logistics associated with having Marcus Buckingham speak at your event. We will be your sole point of contact throughout the process. Get in touch with Aurum Speakers Bureau today, and we will reach out to any motivational speaker or celebrity you want to enquire about speaking at your event. If you wish to contact Marcus Buckingham for any other reason, we will be unable to assist you as we are not authorized to provide personal contact information.
    Can I book Marcus Buckingham for a virtual keynote?
    Yes, Marcus Buckingham is available for virtual keynotes and webinars. To book Marcus Buckingham for a virtual event, please complete the contact form or send us an email to inquire about the special fees for virtual engagements.