Maria Konnikova
Keynote Speaker: Russian-American Psychologist, Bestselling Author, & Champion Poker Player; Expert on the Intersection of Psychology & Culture
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Maria Konnikova Biography
Maria Konnikova is a Russian-American writer, psychologist, and champion poker player. She is an author and a competitive poker player. She has written extensively as a contributing writer for The New Yorker, focusing on psychology and culture, and is the author of several New York Times bestsellers.
Konnikova is the author of "The Confidence Game: Why We Fall for It . . . Every Time" and "Mastermind: How to Think Like Sherlock Holmes," both of which have received critical acclaim and recognition in the form of awards like the 2016 Robert P. Balles Prize in Critical Thinking for "The Confidence Game." Her latest book, "The Biggest Bluff: How I Learned to Pay Attention, Master Myself, and Win," has also been a New York Times bestseller and was one of the Times’ 100 Notable Books of 2020, further earning a finalist spot for the Telegraph Best Sports Writing Awards in 2021.
Konnikova has embraced professional poker playing, amassing over $270,000 in tournament earnings within just one year and capturing a major international title. Her approach to poker integrates her psychological expertise, using the game as a metaphor to explore decision-making under pressure—a theme central to her latest book. This combination of psychological insight and real-world application is also a focal point in her podcasts, notably "The Grift" from Panoply Media, which delves into stories about con artists and was nominated for a National Magazine Award in 2019. Beyond her individual pursuits, Konnikova frequently speaks at high-profile events like the World Economic Forum at Davos, TEDNYC, TEDx, and SXSW, discussing topics such as decision-making, creativity, and learning. Through interactive workshops, she uses poker as a tool to explore and enhance cognitive processes, making her insights accessible and applicable for diverse audiences.
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Maria Konnikova Speaking Topics
No fictional character is more renowned for his powers of thought and observation than Sherlock Holmes. But is his extraordinary intellect merely a gift of fiction, or can we learn to cultivate these abilities ourselves, to improve our lives at work and at home? We can, says psychologist and journalist Maria Konnikova, and in this talk, she shows us how. Beginning with the “brain attic”—Holmes’s metaphor for how we store information and organize knowledge—Konnikova unpacks the mental strategies that lead to clearer thinking and deeper insights. Drawing on neuroscience and psychology, she explores Holmes’s unique methods of ever-present mindfulness, astute observation, and logical deduction. In doing so, she teaches how anyone, with some self-awareness and a little practice, can employ these same methods to sharpen their perceptions, solve difficult problems, and enhance our creative powers.
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What topics does Maria Konnikova speak about?
Maria Konnikova is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Creativity, European Heritage, Author, Fiction Authors, Journalist, Culture, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking and Bestselling Authors.
Where does Maria Konnikova travel from?
Maria Konnikova generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Maria Konnikova?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Maria Konnikova 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 Maria Konnikova for your next private or corporate function.
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Maria Konnikova is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Creativity, European Heritage and Author. The estimated speaking fee range to book Maria Konnikova for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Maria Konnikova generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Daymond John, Sir Richard Branson and Simon T. Bailey. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Maria Konnikova for an upcoming event.
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How to Think Like Sherlock Holmes
No fictional character is more renowned for his powers of thought and observation than Sherlock Holmes. But is his extraordinary intellect merely a gift of fiction, or can we learn to cultivate these abilities ourselves, to improve our lives at work and at home? We can, says psychologist and journalist Maria Konnikova, and in this talk, she shows us how. Beginning with the “brain attic”—Holmes’s metaphor for how we store information and organize knowledge—Konnikova unpacks the mental strategies that lead to clearer thinking and deeper insights. Drawing on neuroscience and psychology, she explores Holmes’s unique methods of ever-present mindfulness, astute observation, and logical deduction. In doing so, she teaches how anyone, with some self-awareness and a little practice, can employ these same methods to sharpen their perceptions, solve difficult problems, and enhance our creative powers.
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Writer Maria Konnikova played poker for book research. Then she ...
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How do I book Maria Konnikova to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Maria Konnikova 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 Maria Konnikova, 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 Maria Konnikova or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Maria Konnikova for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Maria Konnikova, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Maria Konnikova are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Maria Konnikova, 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 Maria Konnikova speak about?
Maria Konnikova is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Creativity, European Heritage, Author, Fiction Authors, Journalist, Culture, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking and Bestselling Authors. -
Where does Maria Konnikova travel from?
Maria Konnikova generally travels from Brooklyn, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Maria Konnikova?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Maria Konnikova 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 Maria Konnikova 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 Maria Konnikova 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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