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Rob Lawless
Rob Lawless initiated the "Robs10kFriends" project in 2015, committing to spend an hour with 10,000 people. With a finance degree from Penn State and a stint at Deloitte Consulting, he transitioned to a start-up, dedicating full-time to his project after its 2016 acquisition. Having connected with over 6,000 individuals globally to date, Rob emphasizes the transformative impact of intentional connections.
In his keynote, Rob shares insights on fostering positive, inclusive organizational cultures through intentional connections. Citing research on workplace exclusion's productivity impact, he empowers leaders to unlock value through meaningful connections, fostering belonging, innovation, and opportunities. Rob's interactive FRIEND framework aids audiences in facilitating conversations, practicing active listening, and setting intentions for connection, creating lasting and meaningful relationships. Drawing from his experience connecting with thousands worldwide, Rob demonstrates how intentional human connection enhances business outcomes and fosters inclusive environments. Attendees leave inspired and equipped to implement intentional connection…
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Discover the Untapped Value of Human Connection
Create more connected, empathetic, and successful relationships in the workplace and with your clients through the exponential power of human connection.
In 2015, keynote speaker Rob Lawless began a journey to make 10,000 new friends. Today, Rob shares insights on the transformative impact of intentional connections in creating positive, inclusive, and empowering organizational cultures. The power of meaningful and intentional connection.
As companies strive to stay competitive in a fast-paced and ever-changing market, there is an increased need to attract, engage and retain top talent.
According to BetterUp Labs, employees who feel excluded from the workplace experience a 25% reduction in productivity, as well as a 50% greater risk of employee turnover.
Through his keynote Rob empowers leaders to unlock the value of meaningful connections to foster belonging, innovation, and opportunities within their organization. Rob's interactive and captivating keynote will take you through his incredible experience of connecting with thousands of people and how meaningful connections can drive growth and innovation.
Audiences will walk away from Rob’s keynote with the ability to:
• Foster a sense of belonging & community, By leveraging the potential of deliberate and significant connections, companies can nurture a heightened sense of unity and belonging within their workforce.
• Broaden their collective vision. By embracing diverse perspectives through intentional interactions, organizations can expand their shared outlook and drive innovation.
• Unlock unprecedented opportunities. Meaningful connections pave the way for discovering untapped possibilities, enabling corporations to excel in their respective fields.During his keynote, Rob also shares his interactive FRIEND framework which makes creating lasting and meaningful connections easy (even for introverts!) and intentional. Rob has used this to create meaningful connections with over 6,000 people from 90+ countries.
With the FRIEND framework, audiences walk away with the tools they need to:
• Facilitate conversations. By knowing what questions to ask, individuals will have the ability to dig deeper in their conversations to connect on a deeper level and create strong relationships.
• Practice Active Listening. Active listening will ensure that conversations are meaningful and productive allowing for greater understanding and connection between people.
• Set Intentions For Connection. Becoming more intentional about connection will help audience members tap into the compounding value of connection over time.Through his experience in connecting with over 6,000 people from 90+ countries, Rob demonstrates how investing in human connection can lead not only to better business outcomes, but also create more inclusive environments where everyone feels welcomed and valued.
Ready to put the power of intentional connection to work for your organization?
Your audience will leave inspired and ready to create meaningful connections with their teams and customers.
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What is Rob Lawless's speaking fee?
The typical range for Rob Lawless's speaking fee is $7,000–$12,000. The low end of the fee range represents their standard virtual fee. The high end of the fee range represents their standard fee for a US-based in-person speaking engagement. Appearances which require an extended schedule of activities or international travel will possibly exceed this fee range. Speaker fees update frequently. To receive a personalized quote for Rob Lawless to speak at your event, please consult with a Key Speakers advisor for up to date information and assistance.
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Travel expenses are typically not included in the listed speaker's fee and are quoted separately. If the speaker needs to travel internationally, fees will be higher. These expenses may include airfare, accommodation, ground transportation at home and in the event city, and meals. We can provide more detailed information about travel expenses and arrangements once you've selected a speaker.
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- Contact Key Speakers to confirm the speaker's availability, fees, and any unique requirements. We can also help negotiate fees and terms.
- Submit a firm offer to extend the invite to your speaker. These details will be used to create an agreement once the speaker accepts.
- All parties coordinate and finalize the terms of the booking, including contract terms and conditions.
- Confirm the booking by signing the contract and making the necessary payments.
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How long is a typical keynote speech?
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Are there any discounts or special offers available for booking multiple speakers or multiple events?
Often, yes. It's worth inquiring about such possibilities with your Key Speakers representative to explore any available cost-savings options.
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