Wendy Wood

Wendy Wood

Keynote Speaker: Emerita Provost Professor of Psychology and Business at the University of Southern California; Expert on Habits

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Wendy Wood Biography

Wendy Wood is a behavioral scientist known for her award-winning research on behavior change, especially habits. Her prize-winning book, "Good Habits, Bad Habits," explains the science of habits and why we find them so hard to change.

She is currently president of the Association for Psychological Science and her highly cited research has received numerous recognitions. In the past, she has held positions of Distinguished Behavioral Scientist at the Sorbonne University and INSEAD, Helen Putnam Scholar at the Radcliffe Institute, and James B. Duke Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Duke University.

Collaborations with industry partners include P&G, the CDC, the U.S. Paper & Packaging Board, and the World Bank. Her work is often featured in popular news outlets including NPR, New York Times, Washington Post, and the Wall Street Journal.

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Wendy Wood Speaking Topics

Changing Habits is Not What You Think

All of us have wondered at some point why we can’t seem to change an unwanted behavior, whether it’s overeating, spending too much money, avoiding work, or just getting into the same old fights with our partner. Despite compelling reasons to make the change and a concerted effort, it just didn’t happen. Any success was short lived, and we fell back into old unwanted habits. In this talk, Dr. Wood will explain the latest research on how to actually change our unwanted habits and, most importantly, to make that change stick. She will help identify common misconceptions about changing habits, including an emphasis on self-control and willpower. Instead, she will share new, more effective ways to tackle the unwanted behavior patterns that develop in our lives.

Wendy Wood Videos

Wendy Wood on How to Make Positive Changes that Stick || The ...
Wendy Wood | How to Break Bad Habits
Behavior Change For Good: Wendy Wood

How do I book Wendy Wood to speak at my event?

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How much does it cost to book Wendy Wood for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Wendy Wood, 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 Wendy Wood, 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 Wendy Wood speak about?

Wendy Wood is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Psychology, Professors, Women in Business, Authors, Personal Growth and Lifestyle.

Where does Wendy Wood travel from?

Wendy Wood generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Wendy Wood?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Wendy Wood 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 Wendy Wood 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 Wendy Wood 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?

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Wendy Wood is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Psychology, Professors and Women in Business. The estimated speaking fee range to book Wendy Wood for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Wendy Wood generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Shawn Achor, Cheryl Cran and BJ Fogg. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Wendy Wood for an upcoming event.

Wendy Wood Speaking Topics

  • Changing Habits is Not What You Think

    All of us have wondered at some point why we can’t seem to change an unwanted behavior, whether it’s overeating, spending too much money, avoiding work, or just getting into the same old fights with our partner. Despite compelling reasons to make the change and a concerted effort, it just didn’t happen. Any success was short lived, and we fell back into old unwanted habits. In this talk, Dr. Wood will explain the latest research on how to actually change our unwanted habits and, most importantly, to make that change stick. She will help identify common misconceptions about changing habits, including an emphasis on self-control and willpower. Instead, she will share new, more effective ways to tackle the unwanted behavior patterns that develop in our lives.

Wendy Wood Videos

Wendy Wood on How to Make Positive Changes that Stick || The ...
Wendy Wood | How to Break Bad Habits
Behavior Change For Good: Wendy Wood
Wendy Wood: How Habits Guide Behavior

Wendy Wood News

  • How do I book Wendy Wood to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Wendy Wood, 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 Wendy Wood, 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 Wendy Wood speak about?

    Wendy Wood is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Psychology, Professors, Women in Business, Authors, Personal Growth and Lifestyle.
  • Where does Wendy Wood travel from?

    Wendy Wood generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Wendy Wood?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Wendy Wood 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 Wendy Wood 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 Wendy Wood 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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