Paul Long
Keynote Speaker: Creating Unbeatable Organizational Culture That Energizes Teams, Fuels Engagement and Makes Work More Meaningful
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Paul Long Biography
Paul J. Long is a leadership and culture expert who teaches organizations the principles of Fundamism™—a deliberate approach to connection that creates unbeatable workplace cultures.
In organizations today, there's a critical disconnect: leaders are overwhelmed, teams are carrying the weight of constant change, and yet companies expect exceptional cultures. Long's work addresses this gap by showing that culture isn't something we fix—it's something we create through deliberate choices.
Drawing from his experience answering 80 customer service calls daily and leading teams of thousands for a Fortune 300 company, Long developed Fundamism through real-world application. His methodology centers on three simple, actionable practices: owning what you can control, breaking cycles through brain pattern interrupts, and creating moments that matter.
His dynamic keynotes—"Culture By Design," "Beyond Satisfaction," and "The Unforgettable Leader"—equip leaders and teams with immediate strategies to reduce overwhelm, energize teams, and build cultures where people thrive.
As host of The Fundamism Podcast, Long shares practical insights with culture champions who are transforming their organizations through the power of deliberate connection.
Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on Paul Long and other top speakers and celebrities.
Paul Long Speaking Topics
No wonder our minds habitually focus on what’s wrong and why we’re frustrated instead of where we could be and what it would take to get there. This is where Fundamism™ changes everything.
Workplace culture expert Paul J. Long has discovered a powerful truth: Culture isn’t something you fix—it’s something you create through moment-by-moment choices. Through his principles of deliberate connection, he teaches leaders and teams how to implement “brain pattern interrupts” that shift attention from problems to possibilities.
The insight is simple but profound: You can’t be deliberate and overwhelmed at the same time.
When you become intentional about how you show up, how you connect, and where you focus, you transform your experience—and your organization’s culture.
This keynote is ideal for:
- Leaders tasked with improving workplace culture and employee experience
- Teams navigating significant change or challenging market conditions
Audiences will walk away with:
- Practical “brain pattern interrupt” techniques they can implement immediately
- A framework for creating meaningful interactions that enhance team connection and create more of “what’s good”
- A renewed sense of purpose and meaning in their daily lives
Awe-inspiring customer service experiences build strong customer loyalty, lead to positive word-of-mouth referrals, and give organizations an unbeatable edge. How do we create those kinds of experiences consistently?
Culture keynote speaker Paul J. Long knows what it looks like to carry the burden of that responsibility on your shoulders. As an insurance underwriter early in his career, answering 80 customer service calls a day, he knew he had to develop thick skin or try something different.
His willingness to try anything—from finding creative ways to answer the phone to making someone feel truly seen and appreciated—became an entire way of being.
Today, he teaches the principles of Fundamism™ to uncover exactly what it takes to make people smile, laugh, and feel truly valued.
This keynote is ideal for:
- Frontline staff who deal with frustrated or challenging customers regularly
- Leaders responsible for customer experience, satisfaction, and loyalty metrics
- Customer service teams and representatives seeking to elevate their impact
Audiences will walk away with:
- Practical techniques to transform routine customer interactions into memorable experiences
- Specific approaches to make customers feel truly seen, heard, and appreciated
- Tactical tools to make people smile, laugh, and feel genuinely valued
In today’s challenging talent landscape, one truth stands out: people don’t leave companies—they leave leaders.
What separates forgettable managers from truly unforgettable leaders? They build the kind of teams no one wants to leave. But when leaders themselves feel disconnected, how can they possibly create the kind of cultures everyone wants to be a part of?
After leading teams of thousands for a Fortune 300 company, Paul understands these critical make-or-break moments. In this deeply impactful keynote, he shares how exceptional leadership isn’t about grand strategies, but deliberate choices that make people feel seen, valued, and energized every day.
This keynote is ideal for:
- Leaders who are struggling to retain top talent
- Managers who want to build stronger, more connected teams
Audiences will walk away with:
- Practical ways to boost morale, trust, and retention
- A mindset shift from managing performance to energizing people
- Immediate actions to become the kind of leader people choose to follow
Paul Long Videos
How do I book Paul Long to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Paul Long 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 Paul Long, 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 Paul Long or any other speaker of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Paul Long for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Paul Long, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Paul Long are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Paul Long, 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 Paul Long speak about?
Paul Long is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Customer Experience, Business Growth, Human Resources, Author, Sales, Resilience, Happiness, Leadership and Culture.
Where does Paul Long travel from?
Paul Long generally travels from Kansas City, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Paul Long?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Paul Long 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 Paul Long 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 Paul Long 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.
Paul Long is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Customer Experience, Business Growth and Human Resources. The estimated speaking fee range to book Paul Long for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Paul Long generally travels from Kansas City, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Jackie Freiberg, Jason Young and James Sinclair. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Paul Long for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Paul Long Speaking Topics
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Culture By Design: Transforming Workplaces One Brain Pattern Interrupt at a Time
No wonder our minds habitually focus on what’s wrong and why we’re frustrated instead of where we could be and what it would take to get there. This is where Fundamism™ changes everything.
Workplace culture expert Paul J. Long has discovered a powerful truth: Culture isn’t something you fix—it’s something you create through moment-by-moment choices. Through his principles of deliberate connection, he teaches leaders and teams how to implement “brain pattern interrupts” that shift attention from problems to possibilities.
The insight is simple but profound: You can’t be deliberate and overwhelmed at the same time.
When you become intentional about how you show up, how you connect, and where you focus, you transform your experience—and your organization’s culture.
This keynote is ideal for:
- Leaders tasked with improving workplace culture and employee experience
- Teams navigating significant change or challenging market conditions
Audiences will walk away with:
- Practical “brain pattern interrupt” techniques they can implement immediately
- A framework for creating meaningful interactions that enhance team connection and create more of “what’s good”
- A renewed sense of purpose and meaning in their daily lives
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Beyond Satisfaction: Creating Customer Experiences People Just Can't Stop Talking About
Awe-inspiring customer service experiences build strong customer loyalty, lead to positive word-of-mouth referrals, and give organizations an unbeatable edge. How do we create those kinds of experiences consistently?
Culture keynote speaker Paul J. Long knows what it looks like to carry the burden of that responsibility on your shoulders. As an insurance underwriter early in his career, answering 80 customer service calls a day, he knew he had to develop thick skin or try something different.
His willingness to try anything—from finding creative ways to answer the phone to making someone feel truly seen and appreciated—became an entire way of being.
Today, he teaches the principles of Fundamism™ to uncover exactly what it takes to make people smile, laugh, and feel truly valued.
This keynote is ideal for:
- Frontline staff who deal with frustrated or challenging customers regularly
- Leaders responsible for customer experience, satisfaction, and loyalty metrics
- Customer service teams and representatives seeking to elevate their impact
Audiences will walk away with:
- Practical techniques to transform routine customer interactions into memorable experiences
- Specific approaches to make customers feel truly seen, heard, and appreciated
- Tactical tools to make people smile, laugh, and feel genuinely valued
-
The Unforgettable Leader: How to Create a Team No One Ever Wants to Leave
In today’s challenging talent landscape, one truth stands out: people don’t leave companies—they leave leaders.
What separates forgettable managers from truly unforgettable leaders? They build the kind of teams no one wants to leave. But when leaders themselves feel disconnected, how can they possibly create the kind of cultures everyone wants to be a part of?
After leading teams of thousands for a Fortune 300 company, Paul understands these critical make-or-break moments. In this deeply impactful keynote, he shares how exceptional leadership isn’t about grand strategies, but deliberate choices that make people feel seen, valued, and energized every day.
This keynote is ideal for:
- Leaders who are struggling to retain top talent
- Managers who want to build stronger, more connected teams
Audiences will walk away with:
- Practical ways to boost morale, trust, and retention
- A mindset shift from managing performance to energizing people
- Immediate actions to become the kind of leader people choose to follow
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REVIEWS
Paul Long Reviews
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Paul's engaging personality and energy resonate deeply with our teams. What's more impressive is his thoughtful approach, thorough research, and clear understanding of how to drive our specific business forward.
Triumph Financial, Inc - Sep 13 2025 -
If you're looking for someone who brings the energy, interacts with your audience, keeps you guessing, has fun, motivates your team, and leaves everyone with real-life takeaways -- YOU NEED PAUL!
Newkirk Novak Construction Company - Sep 13 2025
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How do I book Paul Long to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Paul Long 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 Paul Long, 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 Paul Long or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Paul Long for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Paul Long, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Paul Long are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Paul Long, 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 Paul Long speak about?
Paul Long is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Customer Experience, Business Growth, Human Resources, Author, Sales, Resilience, Happiness, Leadership and Culture. -
Where does Paul Long travel from?
Paul Long generally travels from Kansas City, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Paul Long?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Paul Long 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 Paul Long 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 Paul Long 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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