Leadership Speaker

A leadership speaker is someone who gives talks, keynotes, or workshops to inspire and teach people about leadership. They usually share ideas on how to lead teams, make better decisions, motivate others, and handle challenges. Some leadership speakers are former CEOs, athletes, military leaders, or experts who have a lot of real-world experience leading others.

What Leadership Speakers Do

Their job is to motivate people by sharing real-life stories of success, failure, and overcoming challenges. Through their talks, they teach important leadership skills like communication, teamwork, decision-making, conflict resolution, and confidence-building. They also challenge the way people think, helping them see new possibilities for themselves and their communities. Rather than just offering motivation, good leadership speakers provide practical, actionable advice that listeners can actually apply to their lives. Most importantly, they connect with audiences emotionally, using personal stories, humor, or vulnerability to create lasting impressions.

Why Leadership Speakers Are Important

Leadership speakers are important because they plant the seeds of change. For young people especially, hearing a strong, relatable message can completely shift how they view their potential. They also help build positive cultures — whether in schools, businesses, or communities — by promoting values like resilience, responsibility, and teamwork. Leadership speakers encourage people to take real action, not just feel good for a moment. They normalize struggle too, showing that failure and hard times are part of every success story, which can be incredibly reassuring.

In the bigger picture, leadership speakers help create leaders in all forms — not just the loudest voices, but anyone willing to step up, solve problems, support others, and make a difference.

Some Well Known Leadership Speakers

John C. Maxwell – Super famous for writing books like The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. He’s all about personal growth and leading with influence.
Simon Sinek – He’s the “Start With Why” guy. He talks a lot about leadership being about purpose and building trust.
Brené Brown – She mixes leadership with emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and courage. Very relatable style.
Tony Robbins – More of a high-energy, personal development speaker, but he talks a lot about leadership in terms of mindset and action.
General Colin Powell – Former U.S. Secretary of State and a respected military leader. His leadership talks are all about integrity, responsibility, and decision-making.

What Is a TEEN TRUTH Leadership Speaker?

TEEN TRUTH’s leadership speakers are dynamic individuals who connect with students by sharing authentic, personal stories that resonate deeply. Their presentations are designed to inspire students to embrace leadership roles, address social-emotional challenges, and contribute positively to their school communities. These speakers often participate in school assemblies and leadership summits, providing students with tools to develop resilience, improve mental health, and foster a supportive school culture. TEEN TRUTH

Notable TEEN TRUTH Speakers

JC Pohl: As the CEO of TEEN TRUTH and a licensed marriage and family therapist, JC has reached over 11 million people with his efforts to build school culture and empower student voices. He has produced groundbreaking programs and award-winning content for major companies, focusing on creating supportive school environments and addressing mental health challenges.
Jamar Root: A recent Temple University graduate and cancer survivor, Jamar shares his journey of overcoming adversity to inspire students to find their voice and be the difference on campus.
Brandon McCall: Growing up in a challenging inner-city environment, Brandon’s story of personal transformation motivates students to make positive choices and embrace their leadership potential.
Jordan Meyer: After a life-altering accident that left him paralyzed, Jordan’s journey of resilience and recovery encourages students to overcome personal challenges and find growth in adversity.
Morgan Hannaleck: As an advocate for young women’s mental health, Morgan emphasizes the importance of self-love, resilience, and finding one’s voice, equipping teen girls with tools to navigate societal pressures.

TEEN TRUTH Leadership Summits

TEEN TRUTH’s Leadership Summits are interactive events designed to engage student leaders in addressing social-emotional issues within their schools. These summits typically involve 50–100 students and include workshops, motivational speeches, and collaborative activities that empower students to develop action plans for improving school culture and inclusivity.

Booking a TEEN TRUTH Speaker or Summit

If you’re interested in bringing a TEEN TRUTH speaker or summit to your school, you can contact them directly at 818-237-5082 or via email at info@teentruth.net. They offer tailored programs to meet the specific needs of your student body and school community.