THINKING AHEAD

Harnessing The Human Advantage in a World of AI and Nonstop Change

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KEYNOTE DESCRIPTION

A behavior-science-based blueprint from a renowned journalist and Tony-winning storyteller on:

 Seeing & Thinking Clearly 

in the midst of chaos

 Asking Sharper Questions 

in a world of endless choices

 Making Smarter Decisions 

when the stakes are high

 Knowing How To Adapt 

in the face of disruption & change
Shane Snow

From the author of SMARTCUTS (the new classic on "thinking differently") and DREAM TEAMS (the #1 bestseller on "thinking together").

"Shane delivers for anyone looking to up-level their team building and leadership skills."
–Kathryn Minshew, CEO of The Muse

If this is you:

  • You lead an organization where you need to integrate AI intelligently into your products or processes to not get left behind
  • You don’t want to waste time and money on chasing the wrong shiny objects in the AI space
  • You want to stay ahead of the competition which is all adopting the same AI technologies
  • You want to invest in human skills and practices that help you leverage AI and stay in control of it, rather than be pulled along by it helplessly
  • You want more strategic options for growth and adaptation, rather than to be painted into a corner

then this is for you.

WHAT IS THINKING AHEAD ABOUT?

A strategic framework for leveraging our human strengths to think ahead, make smarter decisions, and adapt amidst rapid change and disruptive new technologies.

Audiences

This keynote is for:

  • Executive leadership teams navigating decisions around AI
  • Managers and directors who need their teams to think ahead during times of change
  • Strategy teams shaping the future of their companies or industries
  • Organizations undergoing AI transformation
  • Intrapreneurs and high-potential employees who want to stay ahead of the curve

Outcomes

Your audience will walk away with tools for:

  • How to ask sharper, more strategic questions – A practical methodology for getting out of the box.
  • How to create optionality and build capacity for adaptation – Avoid painting yourself into the corner as the world changes around you.
  • Avoiding the biggest AI traps – Adopt new tools and processes strategically, without getting sidetracked by shiny objects.
  • How to see the bigger picture and potential ripple effects – Widening your perspective with systems thinking.
  • How to make smart, high-impact decisions in the midst of uncertainty – Finding the right levers, and getting people on board.
  • And doing it all with integrity - Aligning AI decisions with long-term purpose and values.

Formats

This topic is particularly impactful for:

  • Leadership offsites

  • Strategy kick-offs

  • Internal all-hands events 

  • Innovation program launches

  • Client education events

  • Association conferences

"An exceptionally engaging speaker. He delivered ideas with clarity in a way that captured the attention and imaginations of the audience throughout."

-FINANCIAL INSTITUTION

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A multifaceted expert on human behavior science and innovation.

Shane Snow is an award-winning journalist and bestselling author whose work on leadership and innovation has been published in The New Yorker, Fast Company, and Harvard Business Review. He regularly keynotes at global conferences and advises Fortune 500 companies on the intersection of technology, leadership, and human potential.

Original Research

Shane's work on leadership, innovation, and decision-making is a product of original studies and rollicking adventures around the world, which form the backbone of his #1 bestselling business books Dream Teams and Smartcuts.

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Deep Personal Experience

Shane Snow has founded 4 companies, built teams of 100s of employees, and won Crain's Best Places To Work award, among other awards for high-growth, high-performing culture.

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Success Stories

From helping Merck adapt during the pandemic (while teaming up on vaccines with J&J) to helping grow market share for Microsoft Teams, Shane's teamwork expertise has literally changed the world.

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5 Reasons to Book Shane Snow as Your Next

Leadership Keynote Speaker:
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#5

Inspiration + Actionability

Shane doesn't believe in choosing between "motivating" and "useful." Even when he's asked to go deep into brass tacks, Shane always leaves his audiences fired up as well.
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#4

An Innovative Approach

Shane applies his background in science and business journalism to break topics down into first principles, then apply lateral thinking to uncover hidden insights. The result: new ideas that pull people out of their entrenched ways of thinking.
 
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A Blast To Work With

Shane Snow loves people, cares deeply about his clients' needs, and is a lot of fun. He's performed comedy on Broadway and has loved public speaking since he was 3 years old!
 
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Customized To Each Unique Audience

Shane believes that one size does not fit all, and that every client deserves his time spent researching and customizing to the unique challenges, vocabulary, and agenda of the organizers and their people.
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A Renowned Storyteller

Shane Snow is the #1 instructor on LinkedIn worldwide on Storytelling. He wields his signature cinematic storytelling approach in his books, speeches, and as a producer on Broadway and in TV/film. Your audience will never forget the stories he tells them.
 

More Keynote Topics

Shane customizes every keynote to each audience's specific needs. Here are his core topics, based on his bestselling books: