Ned Johnson

Ned Johnson

Keynote Speaker: Educator & Teen Success Coach; Co-Author of "The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives"

Ned Johnson Biography

Together with Dr. William Stixrud, Ned Johnson is the co-author of three books: "The Self-Driven Child," "What Do You Say?" and their recently released workbook, "The Seven Principles of Raising a Self-Driven Child." "The Self-Driven Child" was a national bestseller, sold one million copies and is published in 19 languages.

Johnson is also the president and founder of PrepMatters, a nationally renowned education company that helps students succeed in high school and get into college. He describes himself as a professional “tutor-geek” who, since 1993, has spent more than 50,000 one-on-one hours helping students. Johnson loves how kids think and is forever curious about what motivates them, what worries them, and what matters to them. His mission is to help students learn about their own learning, thinking, and effective ways to motivate themselves, handle stress, and perform at their best. He encourages students to find a healthy balance between what life asks of them and what they want out of their own lives.

He is a proud board member of CollegeTracks, which helps first-generation-to college students from low-income and immigrant households bridge systemic opportunity gaps to get to and through post-secondary education and on to a career pathway, and of the Safe Community Coalition, which provides programs and resources to reduce stress, foster mental wellness, and empower youth to thrive and make responsible choices about their health and safety. His work has been featured in media outlets such as NPR, CNN, MSNBC, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Times of London, The Wall Street Journal, U.S. News and World Report, Time Magazine, Scientific American, Business Week, Barron’s, New York Magazine, and Vogue.

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Ned Johnson Videos

Ned Johnson - Ask Dr. Jessica
Khan Academy Ed Talks with Ned Johnson
William Stixrud and Ned Johnson - Politics and Prose

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What topics does Ned Johnson speak about?

Ned Johnson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Bestselling Authors, Non-Fiction Authors, Family & Parenting, Educational Motivational, Education Reform, Youth and Motivational.

Where does Ned Johnson travel from?

Ned Johnson generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Ned Johnson?

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Ned Johnson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Bestselling Authors and Non-Fiction Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ned Johnson for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Ned Johnson generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Rodney Robinson, Doug Lemov and Baruti K. Kafele. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ned Johnson for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 06/04/2026.

Ned Johnson Videos

Ned Johnson - Ask Dr. Jessica
Khan Academy Ed Talks with Ned Johnson
William Stixrud and Ned Johnson - Politics and Prose

Ned Johnson Reviews

  • Ned is just the best and I would highly recommend him to any school looking for an incredible speaker for parents, faculty/staff, and kids!
    St. Martin's Episcopal School - Nov 20 2023

  • Ned Johnson was absolutely wonderful, and we have received incredible feedback from students, faculty, and parents. His warmth was palpable, and his knowledge of the developing brain, along with the critical factors for creating comfort, happiness, and success in our students was impressive.
    Heathwood Hall Episcopal School - Mar 09 2023

  • Eagle Hill School - May 16 2019

  • How do I book Ned Johnson to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Ned Johnson 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 Ned Johnson, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Ned Johnson or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Ned Johnson for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Ned Johnson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Ned Johnson are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ned Johnson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Ned Johnson speak about?

    Ned Johnson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Bestselling Authors, Non-Fiction Authors, Family & Parenting, Educational Motivational, Education Reform, Youth and Motivational.
  • Where does Ned Johnson travel from?

    Ned Johnson generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Ned Johnson?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ned Johnson 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Ned Johnson 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 Ned Johnson 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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