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Paul McGee speaking on stage with his arms outstretched, wearing a red boxing glove on one hand

Keynote talks that help leaders and teams perform when the pressure is on

Prof Paul McGee is a UK keynote speaker, bestselling author and creator of The SUMO Method. His practical, engaging keynotes help leaders and teams think clearly, build resilience and handle change and uncertainty more effectively.

A keynote speaker for organisations that want practical tools, not platitudes.

His keynotes are designed for audiences who want a fresh perspective and practical tools which directly impact performance and motivation.

Each talk is tailored to your context, ensuring relevance whether addressing a leadership team, a conference audience or a global organisation. For teams who want to go deeper, Paul also runs leadership workshops.

Market-leading organisations worldwide trust Paul.

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  • Adidas logo
  • GSK logo
  • Manchester City logo
  • NHS logo
  • Harrods logo
  • Specsavers logo
  • Lloyds Bank logo

Keynote themes for leadership, change and resilience

Leading Through Change and Uncertainty

How to navigate change with greater clarity and confidence

Resilience and Handling Pressure

Practical strategies to prevent burnout and succeed under pressure even when the going gets tough

Accountability, Mindset, Leadership and Communication

How to lead and inspire people and why the human touch matters even more in an increasingly technological world

What people take away, beyond a great talk

  • Ways to handle pressure without becoming reactive
  • Tools to think more clearly and respond more effectively
  • Better conversations with colleagues, customers and teams
  • A fresh perspective on change and uncertainty
  • Something they'll actually use, not just agree with in the moment
Paul McGee on stage at the Corporate Travel Summit, beneath a screen reading “Welcome, The SUMO Guy”

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