Chris Dyer

In this dynamic and energizing keynote, Chris Dyer takes audiences on a fast-moving tour of the Future of Work, beginning with why today’s pace of change can feel like an avalanche, and shares three proven pillars to help teams and leaders thrive in times of rapid transformation:

• Transparent Communication that builds clarity and trust
• Boundary-Honoring Collaboration that strengthens teamwork and respect
• The Seven Types of Rest that protect well-being and sustain energy

Attendees walk away with practical, actionable tools—like meeting hacks that free up time, smarter ways to manage email, and boundary-setting strategies that prevent burnout—while also strengthening relationships and fostering a culture of belonging.

Why This Resonates with Any Audience:

Every industry is facing unprecedented shifts, whether from technology, regulation, or shifting workforce expectations. Chris’s message equips professionals with the mindsets and methods to:

• Build resilience and adaptability during times of uncertainty
• Strengthen teamwork and communication across diverse groups
• Maintain energy and engagement in demanding environments
• Lead with empathy while driving innovation and progress

Blending deep research, memorable stories, and a healthy dose of humor, Chris delivers insights that keep audiences engaged in the moment, and motivated to implement lasting change long after the event.

Who chooses this keynote?

Ideal for company wide audiences, all-hands, and mixed-role groups in organizations facing rapid change, fast growth, or disruption from AI and innovation that creates volatility for the business and for people at every level. Attendees get practical tools to stay focused, resilient, and connected.

Deals don’t stall by accident—they stall from shallow discovery, fuzzy stories, and soft asks. This keynote installs a simple system that personalizes every approach, creates healthy urgency, and guides buying groups to a confident yes.

Outcomes:

Shorter cycles, stronger pricing, higher win rates, cleaner forecasts. Confidence rises, conversations shift from features to impact, then back to specifics that close.

The five field-tested moves:

1. One Size Fits One: tailor paths, earn relevance fast
2. Credibility & Fluency: speak exec & tech, prove value clearly
3. Ladder of Abstraction: tie features to outcomes that matter
4. Sensemaking Seller: cut noise, align stakeholders, ease decisions
5. Price & Closing Confidence: ask cleanly, hold price, get commitments

Participants will be able to:

• Go deeper in discovery, uncover real drivers, create urgency
• Ask for business with poise and timing
• Sell beyond features, connect to measurable outcomes
• Translate value for execs, champions, and committees
• Build a personal playbook, protect prospecting, keep pipeline full

Who chooses this keynote?

CROs, Sales VPs, Enablement, and RevOps leaders in complex sales where clarity, buyer confidence, and price integrity decide the quarter.

Join Chris Dyer in a compelling journey towards a future where work is redefined, not by the tools we use, but by the cultures we cultivate and the humanity we uphold. Chris's vision for the future of work transcends technological determinism, placing a spotlight on the indomitable spirit of human creativity and the foundational role of culture in achieving sustained success. His insights are backed by the accolades his companies have received, recognized for growth and excellence in workplace culture.

This keynote is not merely a forecast of what the future holds but a roadmap for leaders and organizations ready to navigate the next decade with foresight, empathy, and a commitment to cultivating an environment where both people and AI contribute to collective success.

Through this keynote, attendees will gain invaluable insights into the impact of AI trends on the workforce, focusing on the practical application of technologies like ChatGPT and their potential to revolutionize industries while also posing challenges to traditional employment models. Then, strategies for navigating the ethical quandaries presented by AI, ensuring that its integration into the workplace honors principles of transparency, accountability, and human-centric design. Finally, the imperative of upskilling and reskilling to align with an AI-driven future, highlighting the importance of human-machine collaboration to enhance creativity, problem-solving, and productivity.

Key Takeaways:

• Insightful analysis of AI's evolving role in the workplace and its broader societal implications.
• Practical guidance on ethical AI use, focusing on human welfare and organizational integrity.
• Effective strategies for fostering a workplace culture that balances technological innovation with human values, ensuring that the future of work is not only productive but also profoundly human.

Who chooses this keynote?

Large Corporations, Conferences, Leadership Events and Conferences, Non-Profit, Education

What conversations have you been avoiding?

Just the thought of broaching certain topics can be enough to bring on a spontaneous stomachache and palms so sweaty you’ll be glad shaking hands went out of style.

Sometimes saying what’s on your mind is easier said than done. Where do you start, and what direction should you take the conversation? How do you prepare, and how do you know when you’ve gone too far?

In this poignant keynote, organizational communication expert Chris Dyer will help audience members understand how to take on tough conversations with skill, tact, and grace. He breaks down key strategies for leading different types of discussions, while also providing powerful tactics for quelling confrontation avoidance.

Having purposeful conversations, no matter the topic is the ultimate weapon for building an extraordinary culture. This keynote is sure to impact your team for years to come!

Learning Objectives:

• Identifying when tough conversations need to happen
• Identifying cognitive biases that impact how information is perceived
• Knowing how and when to end a conversation
• Identifying personality types and leveraging the best strategy

Who chooses this keynote?

Associations, Conferences for users, Entrepreneurial groups, HR groups, SMB, etc.

Are you stuck figuring out where to focus (WTF) to improve engagement and performance? After years of research and countless interviews with top leaders across industries, Chris Dyer has uncovered seven key ingredients that matter in every workplace. These unconventional factors have the power to transform any culture, kick-starting productivity, performance, and profits.

In this dynamic and interactive keynote, Chris shares the seven things every leader can do better to improve culture and make a real difference, from the C-suite all the way down to new managers. Audience members will assess their effectiveness with all seven pillars of workplace culture and learn where they stand. This keynote has been shared with tens of thousands of people, averaging 4.9 out of 5 stars and comes from his bestselling book: "The Power of Company Culture."

Seriously, WTF?! Do you make your employees’ strengths stronger or improve their weaknesses? Come find out!

Learning Objectives:

• Uncovering the top seven things that make a difference at work
• Learning how to better budget time and effort to make improvements
• Developing a personal plan to connect with your employees and determine WTF
• Identifying tactical tips to change your culture for the better

Who chooses this keynote?

Corporate buyers for leadership events, Large Conferences