Simon Sinek's The Optimism Company

Looking for new learning and development opportunities? 🧐 Simon imagines a world in which the vast majority of us feel inspired, safe, and fulfilled. He knew that in order to actually build that world, however, he couldn’t do it alone. So he created The Optimism Company. The Optimism Company exists to teach human skills to leaders and organizations. We offer engaging keynotes, interactive workshops, live classes on Zoom, and online courses in leadership, communication, and purpose. Do you want to grow as a leader, a colleague, or a friend? Do you want to help your team become better versions of themselves? We can help you do all of that with a healthy dose of optimism. Head over to our website to learn more about how we can support you: bit.ly/43Bkjsj Have any questions for us? Leave them in the comments below! 💬

You only get one chance to make a first impression, so make your introduction count. 👏 Learn more storytelling tips from Simon to improve your professional and personal relationships in The Optimism Library: https://lnkd.in/eb2ZD_Zp

"Sometimes the most powerful thing you can say as a leader is nothing at all." When former Navy SEAL commander Jocko Willink sat down with Simon, he shared a counterintuitive leadership approach: creating space for your team by deliberately staying silent. Read on to see how this "leadership vacuum" technique could elevate your team's performance. #LeadershipInsights #TeamDevelopment #ABitofOptimism

It's been 15 years(‼️) since Simon gave his Start with WHY TED Talk. What most people don’t know is how much he wishes he'd done differently—managing nerves, better pacing, and handling tech issues (did you know his mic broke in the middle of the talk?). Over the years, so many people have asked for his advice on becoming a better public speaker. So, he decided to gather everything he's learned since then and put it all in one place. 📣 Learn Simon’s tricks of the trade and become a confident, captivating speaker in front of any audience: https://lnkd.in/eRt5mvUu

Think about the last time someone came to talk to you. Where was your phone? Be honest—was it face up on your desk, quietly demanding attention with each notification? 📳 “When somebody walks into your office, put your phone away,” says Simon. “It’s so easy, but it sends a powerful message that they matter.” It sounds almost too simple to be meaningful, but these small moments of complete attention are the building blocks of extraordinary team culture. 📴 Learn more:

Ready to lead with purpose and make a real impact? Join Simon and Zach Mercurio, Ph.D. in their online course to learn how to inspire trust, empower others, and become a leader others believe in: https://lnkd.in/eDnJg2Z7

We don’t know what we don’t know. That’s why true experts think of themselves as students, knowing they still have a lot to learn. For more: https://lnkd.in/eZEz-3Cx Video from Virtuoso Travel, August 2024, in conversation with CEO Matthew Upchurch

Whether you think out loud or think before you speak, you can supercharge your communication skills with lessons from Simon and our amazing team of Optimist Instructors: https://lnkd.in/etEqyQpB

⏱️ You have 30 seconds.  That’s all it takes for your audience to decide if they’ll lock in—or tune out. Here Simon shares his secret to quickly capturing attention. Hint: It’s not about impressing people—it’s about making them care. What’s the best opening line you’ve ever heard? Drop it in the comments! 👇

To be innovative, we can't look to what others have done. The whole idea of blazing a path is that there was no path there before. Video from EZRA Live and Unscripted, November 2024, in conversation with EZRA Coaching CEO Nick Goldberg