Richard Leider

Richard Leider

Keynote Speaker: Executive Coach, Founder of Inventure, Bestselling Author

Richard Leider Biography

Richard Leider is an executive coach and keynote speaker renowned as a pioneer of the global purpose movement. He has written twelve books, including "The Inventurers," "Life Skills," "Repacking Your Bags," "Whistle While You Work," and his international bestsellers "The Power of Purpose," "Life Reimagined," and "Repacking Your Bags," which have sold over one million copies and been translated into 20 languages. His PBS Special – "The Power of Purpose" – has significantly impacted viewers across the U.S., and the book's fourth edition is considered a classic in the personal growth field.

Leider is the founder of Inventure – The Purpose Company, dedicated to guiding individuals to live, work, and lead with purpose. He has also held the role of a contributing columnist to Fast Company's website and featured as a speaker at their RealTime Live events. A Certified Master Career Counselor, he completed a master's degree in counseling at the University of Northern Colorado and holds certifications as a National Certified Counselor and a National Certified Master Career Counselor. His educational and professional accomplishments have earned him recognition from Forbes as one of the "Top 5" respected coaches and numerous awards like the Bush Fellowship and the Jules Kerlan Outstanding Achievement Award from the Minnesota Career Development Association.

Aside from his professional endeavors, Leider is a Senior Fellow at the University of Minnesota’s Earl E. Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing, and an Education Fellow with the Retirement Income Institute. An enthusiastic advocate for lifelong learning and growth, he has led over 30 years of Inventure Expedition walking safaris in East Africa and serves as a board member of the Dorobo Fund for Tanzania, promoting village conservation and youth leadership. His deep connection with purpose not only defines his career but also his contributions to community and wellness, serving as a Purpose Ambassador for Blue Zones and Blue Spirit Costa Rica.

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Richard Leider Speaking Topics

The Purpose Checkup

What makes you want to get out of bed in the morning? These days the answer to that question seems more difficult than ever to answer. Based on Richard’s perennial bestselling book, The Power of Purpose: Find Meaning. Live Longer, Better, this presentation helps audiences unlock their purpose. . .a clear answer to the question. As a result of this presentation, people will be able to:

  • Unlock their purpose
  • Work and live in ways that align with their purpose
  • Optional takeaways: The Power of Purpose book and Purpose Reminder Cards

Living on Purpose

Many people are feeling overwhelmed—weighed down by too much to do and constant busyness. Based on Richard’s classic international bestselling book in 21 languages, Repacking Your Bags: Lighten Your Load for the Good Life, this presentation shows audiences how to “lighten their loads” to find new balance and focus. As a result of this presentation, people will be able to:

  • Define their vision of the “good life”
  • Discover practices for “unpacking” – lightening their loads
  • Optional takeaways: Repacking Your Bags book and Repacking Journal

Working on Purpose/Leading on Purpose

Based on Richard’s newest bestselling book, Work Reimagined, this is a presentation that helps people[spans all levels from the individual leader to the team and the larger organization] uncover their “calling.” Through story and practices, this presentation helps people discover how to bring their authentic “gifts, passions, and values” to work every day. As a result of this presentation, people will be able to:

  • Clarify how to unlock the power of purpose at work
  • Work in ways that are consistent with their natural gifts, passions, and values
  • Optional takeaways: Work Reimagined book and Calling Cards tool

Richard Leider Videos

How to unlock the power of purpose | Richard Leider | TEDxEdina ...
BIF 6: Richard Leider - The Power Of Purpose - YouTube
What Makes Aging a Purposeful Experience?

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What topics does Richard Leider speak about?

Richard Leider is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Health & Wellness, Author, Professional Development, Business Consulting, Personal Growth, College, Education, Poetry, Leadership, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.

Where does Richard Leider travel from?

Richard Leider generally travels from Minnesota, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Richard Leider?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Richard Leider 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 Richard Leider for your next private or corporate function.

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Richard Leider is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Inspirational, Health & Wellness and Author. The estimated speaking fee range to book Richard Leider for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Richard Leider generally travels from Minnesota, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jack Canfield, Mark Sanborn and Jeremy Rifkin. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Richard Leider for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 22/04/2025.

Richard Leider Speaking Topics

  • The Purpose Checkup

    What makes you want to get out of bed in the morning? These days the answer to that question seems more difficult than ever to answer. Based on Richard’s perennial bestselling book, The Power of Purpose: Find Meaning. Live Longer, Better, this presentation helps audiences unlock their purpose. . .a clear answer to the question. As a result of this presentation, people will be able to:

    • Unlock their purpose
    • Work and live in ways that align with their purpose
    • Optional takeaways: The Power of Purpose book and Purpose Reminder Cards

  • Living on Purpose

    Many people are feeling overwhelmed—weighed down by too much to do and constant busyness. Based on Richard’s classic international bestselling book in 21 languages, Repacking Your Bags: Lighten Your Load for the Good Life, this presentation shows audiences how to “lighten their loads” to find new balance and focus. As a result of this presentation, people will be able to:

    • Define their vision of the “good life”
    • Discover practices for “unpacking” – lightening their loads
    • Optional takeaways: Repacking Your Bags book and Repacking Journal

  • Working on Purpose/Leading on Purpose

    Based on Richard’s newest bestselling book, Work Reimagined, this is a presentation that helps people[spans all levels from the individual leader to the team and the larger organization] uncover their “calling.” Through story and practices, this presentation helps people discover how to bring their authentic “gifts, passions, and values” to work every day. As a result of this presentation, people will be able to:

    • Clarify how to unlock the power of purpose at work
    • Work in ways that are consistent with their natural gifts, passions, and values
    • Optional takeaways: Work Reimagined book and Calling Cards tool

Richard Leider Videos

How to unlock the power of purpose | Richard Leider | TEDxEdina ...
BIF 6: Richard Leider - The Power Of Purpose - YouTube
What Makes Aging a Purposeful Experience?

Richard Leider News

  • How do I book Richard Leider to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Richard Leider 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 Richard Leider, 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 Richard Leider or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Richard Leider for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Richard Leider, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Richard Leider, 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 Richard Leider speak about?

    Richard Leider is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Health & Wellness, Author, Professional Development, Business Consulting, Personal Growth, College, Education, Poetry, Leadership, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.
  • Where does Richard Leider travel from?

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

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Richard Leider 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 Richard Leider 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 Richard Leider 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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