Charles Duhigg
Keynote Speaker: Pulitzer Prize-Winning New York Times Journalist & Bestselling Author of "The Power of Habit"
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Charles Duhigg Biography
Charles Duhigg is the bestselling author of “The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business,” which explores the science of habit formation in our lives, companies and societies. His newest book, “Supercommunicators: The Power of Conversation and Hidden Language of Connection,” delivers a simple but powerful lesson: With the right tools, we can connect with anyone. His book “Smarter Faster Better: The Secrets of Being Productive in Life and Business” is a fascinating exploration of the science of productivity, and why, in today’s world, managing how you think—rather than what you think—can transform your life.
Duhigg's presentations are both descriptive and prescriptive, and speak to a wide range of groups from the fields of science, medicine, business and education.
Duhigg is a Pulitzer prize-winning investigative reporter for The New York Times Magazine. A former writer for The New York Times business section as well, he has authored or contributed to multiple series, including “The Reckoning” (2008), which studied the causes and outcomes of the financial crisis, and “The iEconomy”, which examined the global economy through the lens of Apple, and which won the 2013 Pulitzer Prize in explanatory journalism. He has also won the George Polk Award (2007), the Gerald Loeb Award (2008), the National Journalism Award (2009), was a Business News Visionary Award recipient (2020-2021), and other honors. Currently, Duhigg writes for The New Yorker and hosts the "How To!" podcast for Slate Magazine.
In addition to his reporting, Charles Duhigg is a regular contributor to television and radio, including the “Newshour with Jim Lehrer,” “Frontline,” “Dr. Oz” and various programs on CNBC and NPR. Before becoming a journalist, Duhigg worked in private equity and founded a health care company in his home state of New Mexico (and, for one terrifying day in 1999, was a bike messenger in San Francisco.) He is a graduate of the Harvard Business School and Yale College.
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Charles Duhigg Speaking Topics
Why do some conversations succeed — while others fail? How does communication work within our brains, our families, our workplaces and our communities? This is a book about what happens inside our minds when we open our mouths and ears — and the surprising and unexpected reasons so much goes right and wrong.
Audiences will learn about CIA officers trying to recruit spies, marriage counsellors helping couples, NASA psychologists hoping to pick astronaut candidates by testing who can ‘hear’ emotions, and how Netflix discussed internal controversies over race. How do supercommunicators do what they do, and what can we learn from them about bridging divides?
With actionable advice, and fascinating stories, this keynote shows why the ability to speak clearly and listen closely — to figure out what is really happening inside our brains as we communicate — can make the difference between life and death.
Why do some conversations succeed — while others fail? How does communication work within our brains, our families, our workplaces and our communities? This is a book about what happens inside our minds when we open our mouths and ears — and the surprising and unexpected reasons so much goes right and wrong.
Audiences will learn about CIA officers trying to recruit spies, marriage counsellors helping couples, NASA psychologists hoping to pick astronaut candidates by testing who can ‘hear’ emotions, and how Netflix discussed internal controversies over race. How do supercommunicators do what they do, and what can we learn from them about bridging divides?
With actionable advice, and fascinating stories, this keynote shows why the ability to speak clearly and listen closely — to figure out what is really happening inside our brains as we communicate — can make the difference between life and death.
Drawing on in-depth research, Charles Duhigg looks at two fundamental approaches to managing others: Decentralizing decision-making and creating commitment cultures based on trust.
By looking at how the FBI used the Toyota Production System to solve a kidnapping case, Duhigg describes what happens when decision-making is transferred to those closest to the problem, with results sure to astound companies from any industry.
Accelerating innovation is a key goal for almost any company. But innovating on a deadline can be torturous — unless you understand how creativity works.
In this fascinating lecture, Charles Duhigg looks at the making of Disney’s Frozen, a film on the brink of collapse until one small shift helped spur a creative breakthrough that led to one of the highest grossing movies in history.
With multiple case studies, Duhigg explains that improving the creative process relies on intellectual middlemen — or ‘idea brokers’ — who help us establish the right creative tensions, see old ideas in new ways, and ensure that the thrill of breakthrough doesn’t blind us to better alternatives.
Charles Duhigg discovered that Target, using Big Data, built a predictive model so precise it could tell when shoppers were pregnant — sometimes, even before their parents knew.
Increasingly, algorithms and data drive business decisions. At the heart of these models is a basic question: why do customers habitually return to certain products and services? And how can companies influence those choices?
Drawing on stories from multiple industries, Duhigg delivers riveting insights into how companies predict and control habits and ultimately know what customers want before they themselves do.
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How much does it cost to book Charles Duhigg for a speaking engagement?
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What topics does Charles Duhigg speak about?
Charles Duhigg is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Journalist, Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Conservation, Economy, Culture, Finance, Personal Growth and Podcast Host.
Where does Charles Duhigg travel from?
Charles Duhigg generally travels from Santa Cruz, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Charles Duhigg?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Charles Duhigg for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Charles Duhigg for your next private or corporate function.
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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Charles Duhigg or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
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If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Charles Duhigg is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Journalist and Author. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Charles Duhigg generally travels from Santa Cruz, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are James Clear, Daymond John and Simon Sinek. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Charles Duhigg for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Charles Duhigg Speaking Topics
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Supercommunicators: The Science of Conversation and Connection
Why do some conversations succeed — while others fail? How does communication work within our brains, our families, our workplaces and our communities? This is a book about what happens inside our minds when we open our mouths and ears — and the surprising and unexpected reasons so much goes right and wrong.
Audiences will learn about CIA officers trying to recruit spies, marriage counsellors helping couples, NASA psychologists hoping to pick astronaut candidates by testing who can ‘hear’ emotions, and how Netflix discussed internal controversies over race. How do supercommunicators do what they do, and what can we learn from them about bridging divides?
With actionable advice, and fascinating stories, this keynote shows why the ability to speak clearly and listen closely — to figure out what is really happening inside our brains as we communicate — can make the difference between life and death.
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The Secrets of Being Productive in Life and Business
Why do some conversations succeed — while others fail? How does communication work within our brains, our families, our workplaces and our communities? This is a book about what happens inside our minds when we open our mouths and ears — and the surprising and unexpected reasons so much goes right and wrong.
Audiences will learn about CIA officers trying to recruit spies, marriage counsellors helping couples, NASA psychologists hoping to pick astronaut candidates by testing who can ‘hear’ emotions, and how Netflix discussed internal controversies over race. How do supercommunicators do what they do, and what can we learn from them about bridging divides?
With actionable advice, and fascinating stories, this keynote shows why the ability to speak clearly and listen closely — to figure out what is really happening inside our brains as we communicate — can make the difference between life and death.
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Agile Management & Commitment Cultures
Drawing on in-depth research, Charles Duhigg looks at two fundamental approaches to managing others: Decentralizing decision-making and creating commitment cultures based on trust.
By looking at how the FBI used the Toyota Production System to solve a kidnapping case, Duhigg describes what happens when decision-making is transferred to those closest to the problem, with results sure to astound companies from any industry.
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Idea Brokers and Creative Desperation — Boosting the Creative Process
Accelerating innovation is a key goal for almost any company. But innovating on a deadline can be torturous — unless you understand how creativity works.
In this fascinating lecture, Charles Duhigg looks at the making of Disney’s Frozen, a film on the brink of collapse until one small shift helped spur a creative breakthrough that led to one of the highest grossing movies in history.
With multiple case studies, Duhigg explains that improving the creative process relies on intellectual middlemen — or ‘idea brokers’ — who help us establish the right creative tensions, see old ideas in new ways, and ensure that the thrill of breakthrough doesn’t blind us to better alternatives.
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Big Data
Charles Duhigg discovered that Target, using Big Data, built a predictive model so precise it could tell when shoppers were pregnant — sometimes, even before their parents knew.
Increasingly, algorithms and data drive business decisions. At the heart of these models is a basic question: why do customers habitually return to certain products and services? And how can companies influence those choices?
Drawing on stories from multiple industries, Duhigg delivers riveting insights into how companies predict and control habits and ultimately know what customers want before they themselves do.
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Charles Duhigg Reviews
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Excellent experience!
Stryder Corp d/b/a Handshake - May 12 2025 -
360i - Sep 17 2020
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Charles was great, he arrived right on time and was ready to go. He did a great job integrating the participants with his presentation which is exactly what we’d asked him for and had hoped would happen. He was flexible with time, which we appreciated.
360i - Sep 17 2020 -
Another great year at our event. Charles was phenomenal, and working with the All-American team was wonderful as always. We will definitely call on you again next year.
Olson - Aug 02 2016 -
"My team and I really enjoyed his presentation. He is a phenomenal speaker and was able to captivate the Bloomberg audience. His passion for the topic really translates into the audience and everyone picked up on his enthusiasm. I really like the way the prezi complemented his speaking style. I was a little worried that there might be too much prezi and not enough Charles but I was wrong—it was the perfect balance."
Bloomberg - Jan 22 2016
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Charles Duhigg: The most productive people see life as a series of ...
If there were a silver bullet for productivity, Charles Duhigg would have discovered it by now. Duhigg spent years researching the science of productivity and ...
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Excerpt from 'Smarter Faster Better' by Charles Duhigg | Newsday
My introduction to the science of productivity began in the summer of 2011, when I asked a friend of a friend for a favor. At.
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Charles Duhigg reveals secrets of being productive
In the race to get things done quickly and easily, productivity app use jumped 125 percent from 2014 to 2015, helping with things like notes and grocery shopping. Charles Duhigg is the author of the new book, "Smarter Faster Better: The Secrets of Being Productive in Life and Business." The Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times reporter joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss why he believes it takes more than technology and to-do lists to be productive.
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Preparing the mind for habitual success | Dallas Morning News
Charles Duhigg wants you to turn bad habits into opportunities. The 37-year-old author is creating a buzz in the business world with his book, The Power of ...
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How do I book Charles Duhigg to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Charles Duhigg for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Charles Duhigg, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Charles Duhigg or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Charles Duhigg for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Charles Duhigg, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Charles Duhigg, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Charles Duhigg speak about?
Charles Duhigg is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Journalist, Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Conservation, Economy, Culture, Finance, Personal Growth and Podcast Host. -
Where does Charles Duhigg travel from?
Charles Duhigg generally travels from Santa Cruz, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Charles Duhigg?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Charles Duhigg for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Charles Duhigg for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Charles Duhigg or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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