Official Ranking: 10 of the Best Mindset Speakers Available to Book Now

Roxy Hayes

Operations Director

Wednesday, August 31, 2022 - 11:04

4 minutes to read

In the worlds of business and sport, mindset is key. With a positive and determined outlook, people can tap into their inner strength and find the resilience to overcome adversity. Mindset speakers specialise in resilience and perseverance. At events, they share the process of developing a winning mindset, leaving audiences with actionable takeaways. A study found that over 12% of sick days in the UK are due to poor mental health, proving the importance of investing in your employees' mindsets.

At The Motivational Speakers Agency, we asked our team to list the most popular mindset speakers available to book. The following speakers are equally determined, resilient and sought-after for events. They are regularly booked to share their stories of loss and personal hardships, as well as their strategies for a positive, strong mindset.

Tanni Grey-Thompson – 9.8

Gold-Medal Winning Paralympian & World Champion

As a former Paralympian, Tanni Grey-Thompson understands more than most the importance of mindset. With 11 Paralympic Gold medals to her name, Tanni is a leading authority on performance mindset. Book Tanni for your event to hear how she developed her Gold-standard approach.

Jamil Qureshi – 9.7

World-Class Performance Psychologist

Jamil Qureshi is a performance coach specialising in mental resilience and personal development. Having worked with several sporting legends, including Formula 1 drivers, world-renowned golfers and Premier League football teams, this mindset speaker is perfectly placed to discuss workplace performance at events.

Debra Searle – 9.6

Sailed Across the Atlantic Solo

When Debra Searle entered the World Evans Atlantic Rowing Challenge with her husband, she did not expect to cross the finish line alone after her partner dropped out of the race. The experience shaped Debra into the person and speaker she is today. When booked for events, Debra shares how she found the courage to persevere.

Ade Adepitan – 9.5

TV Presenter & Disability Advocate

After being diagnosed with polio as a child, Ade Adepitan adapted to life in a wheelchair. He later won Bronze at the Athens Paralympic Games, a feat that led to a career in TV presenting and acting. Now a popular mindset speaker, Ade shares his journey at events, teaching audiences the value of resilience, determination and inner strength.

JJ Chalmers – 9.4

Bomb Blast Survivor & Invictus Games Gold Medallist

JJ Chalmers is a former Royal Marine Commando and Lance Corporate, who suffered life-changing injuries when he was blown up in Afghanistan. He later won Gold at the 2014 Invictus Games and launched his TV presenting career. Now a popular public speaker, JJ regularly takes audiences on a journey from his military career to his Invictus Games success, proving the power of mindset.

Samantha Clarke – 9.4

Neuroaesthetician & Happiness Consultant

A positive mindset is a powerful mindset, according to Samantha Clarke. The happiness and change coach is a leading expert on mental wellbeing and is renowned for her impactful corporate speeches. Discover the tried and tested growth, happiness and mindset strategies when you book Samantha for your event.

Derek Redmond – 9.2

Track World Champion Athlete

When Derek Redmond suffered a career-ending injury at the 1992 Olympic Games, he thought that his career was over. However, with his determined and focused mindset, Derek paved a successful career as a public speaker and performance expert. When booked for events, he reflects on his athletics injury and teaches audiences the power of perseverance.

Kelly Holmes – 9.1

Olympic Gold Medallist & Mental Health Advocate

On the athletics track, Kelly Holmes won multiple Gold medals and earned herself a place among sporting legends. To earn Olympic success, she cultivated a strict performance mindset, the details of which Kelly shares at events. Off the track, however, Kelly suffered with her mental health, so uses her speeches to tackle mental health stigma.

Roz Savage – 9.0

Guinness World Record Breaking Ocean Rower

Talented rower, Roz Savage, made waves in the world of sport when she became the first woman to row across the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans. At events, this award-winning speaker reveals the mindset needed to achieve such a feat, leaving audiences with actionable takeaways. Do not miss this opportunity to hear first-hand the perils of ocean adventures.

Derek Derenalagi – 9.0

Gold Medal Winning Athletics European Champion

While serving in the British Army, Derek Derenalagi experienced an IED explosion which resulted in him losing his legs. Not one to be held back, he later competed in the Paralympic Games and won Gold in the discus. At events, Derek reveals the mental process he went through to overcome his injuries and thrive as a sportsperson.

Transform Your Mindset Today!

To hire a speaker specialising in positive mindset and mindset transformation for your event, contact the Motivational Speakers agency either by phone, on 0207 0787 876, or use our online form.

Operations Director

Roxy Hayes

Roxanna Hayes is an integral part of the family team, having worked closely with the Managing Directors since 2012. Starting as a Project Coordinator, she rose through the ranks to a Project Manager and finally Operations Director, a role that Roxanna has held since 2015. Though Roxanna is a self-professed cake baking disaster, she is a bright, welcoming figure at every company event, including charity cake sales and parties.

As our Operations Director, Roxanna is responsible for monitoring the progress of the company, witnessing first-hand unprecedented growth. She oversees all of the brand's projects, guaranteeing that tasks are completed on time, on budget and to the highest quality possible. From speaking engagements to brand relations, our efficiency and success are credited to Roxanna.

Roxanna is an integral member of the team. She has worked with and learned from top leadership speakers, change management speakers and teamwork speakers - success thanks to Roxanna's passion for creating a positive workplace where employees thrive.

Additional roles include managing the business' employee recruitment process and human resources, ensuring the talent and wellbeing of the team. A vital member of the family-led team, she is one of the masterminds behind the all-encompassing ideology. Since becoming the Operations Director, Roxanna has established a thriving workplace culture, streamlining how the company operates daily. In her spare time, she follows in her family's sporting footsteps, having played indoor cricket for England's Under-19 team - Roxanna even took part in the 2009 Australia Indoor Cricket World Cup.

Considering Roxanna's sporting career, it is no surprise that she is our resident authority on marginal gains and peak performance... if you need tips for self-improvement, talk to Roxanna!