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Shawn Harper
Shawn Harper knows what it feels like to encounter failures, road blocks and disappointments. Growing up on the south side of Columbus, Ohio, Shawn had to overcome failure, adversity and learning disabilities. But he discovered the secrets to unlocking “The Winning Edge,” and now speaks all over the world training others to win in business and in life.
When Shawn Harper steps on the stage, he unpacks strategies and techniques used by professional athletes to compete and win at the highest levels. His unique no excuses approach will leave your audience ready to win as individuals and in teams.
Shawn customizes his keynote to fit your goals and audience. He has helped transform thousands of corporate environments, built leadership, trained teams and impacted youth development in schools and programs.
Shawn excites your attendees out of their chair and onto the playing field of the business of winning. He…
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The Winner’s Mindset
Too many teams operate in defense mode: protecting what they have instead of pursuing what’s possible. Shawn knows what it means to play it safe… and how that mindset can cost you the game. From his early struggles with learning challenges to earning a spot in the NFL, Shawn learned that success starts with how you think. When you adopt a Winner’s Mindset, you stop reacting to life and start creating it. This session challenges leaders and teams to flip their mindset from survival to significance, embracing challenges as catalysts for growth.
Through high-energy storytelling and proven strategies, Shawn equips audiences to break free from fear, adapt under pressure, and turn obstacles into opportunities.
In this keynote, Shawn will:
• Teach the difference between a fixed mindset and a winning mindset—and how to shift it.
• Equip leaders to navigate change and uncertainty with confidence.
• Show teams how to take ownership and deliver proactive solutions.
• Share principles for replacing fear with innovation, clarity, and momentum.
• Provide real-world tactics to help organizations move from defense to offense.Who this topic is for: Organizations and leaders navigating change, growth, or transition.
Formats: Conferences, Corporate Retreats, Leadership Events, Sales Meetings, Team Workshops
Creating A Culture of Champions
Great teams aren’t built overnight—they’re built through culture.
As a former NFL player, Shawn knows that a championship locker room is built on trust, accountability, and shared purpose. In today’s corporate landscape, those same principles separate thriving organizations from those just surviving. This session explores what it takes to create a workplace where people feel valued, connected, and committed to winning together. Shawn breaks down how to reduce burnout, boost morale, and build an environment where employees want to stay, grow, and succeed.
In this keynote, Shawn will:
• Reveal the five elements of a championship culture that drive engagement and retention.
• Provide strategies to reduce turnover and increase employee satisfaction.
• Share communication habits that build trust and unity under pressure.
• Help leaders foster belonging, shared vision, and team accountability.
• Show how to turn everyday interactions into moments that reinforce culture.Who this topic is for: Organizations focused on employee engagement, retention, and culture transformation.
Formats: Corporate Events, HR Conferences, Leadership Summits, Sales Kickoffs, Executive Retreats
The Winner’s Edge for Peak Performance
Talent opens doors but mindset keeps them open. Shawn’s Winning Edge philosophy was forged in the NFL trenches and refined through years of business leadership. This session unpacks how small shifts in focus, discipline, and daily habits can create lasting momentum—even under pressure.
Through powerful storytelling and actionable insight, Shawn teaches how to turn setbacks into springboards, fatigue into fuel, and pressure into performance. This isn’t theory, it’s the real-world playbook he’s used to help organizations and individuals win at every level.
In this keynote, Shawn will:
• Share strategies to perform consistently under pressure.
• Teach how to transform setbacks into setups for growth.
• Reveal practical tools for building resilience and motivation.
• Help leaders and teams sustain momentum through mindset and execution.
• Offer repeatable habits that drive long-term winning.Who this topic is for: Teams and organizations aiming to elevate performance, drive results, and sustain momentum.
Formats: Corporate Keynotes, Sales Teams, Leadership Retreats, Conferences, Association Events
No Pressure, No Diamond
Name a well-known leader who did not have adversity to overcome ... you can't! In order to create a diamond, carbon is at first exposed to very high pressure and it is under these circumstances in which a diamond is created. A lot can be gained from facing obstacles and challenge, find out what you can gain from your trials. Adversity will either break you or make you a record-breaker! Pressure helps make a lump of coal turn into a beautiful diamond. As the saying goes-no pain, no gain! As a result of participating in this program, participants will be able to:
• Learn from the decisions that great leaders had to make
• Consider a different perspective on the relationship between leadership and adversity
• Receive helpful tips on how to cope with pressure and manage your stress levelsPlay to Win
Hear the fascinating personal story of Shawn Harper, who went from academic failure to college graduate; from sub-par football player to NFL career; from stutterer to international speaker, from broken home to family man and business owner. Learn how he overcame insurmountable odds to win at the game of life. Listen to an entertaining, yet powerful personal testimony of overcoming adversity to inspire and motivate. This challenges team members to rise above what is holding them down to release their full potential. Upon completion of this experience, participants will emerge with a plan of action and will be able to:
• Gain the tools of vision and perspective
• Uncover harmful belief systems that may be setting you back from achieving your goals
• Break the chains that are limiting your potential
• Create a new mindset that turns dreams into realityCreating Capacity
When an organization is not growing, it's already dying. Being unprepared for growth and change easily occurs when managing day-to-day challenges and prevents planning for the future. Capacity must be created. In this session, learn secrets from business legends such as Walt Disney, Ray Croc, and Bill Gates who foresaw what their businesses should look like well into the future and made plans for sustained growth and prosperity. After participating in this program, participants will be able to:
• Discover how to recognize the signs of capacity overload
• Learn the importance of building capacity into strategic planning
• See why companies have failed due to capacity issuesWINology
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What is Shawn Harper's speaking fee?
The typical range for Shawn Harper's speaking fee is $8,500–$20,000. 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 Shawn Harper 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.
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- 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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