Keynotes & What to Expect from a Sam Glenn Motivational Speaking Event

Because Every Great Event Deserves a Special Moment!

The #1 Author and Keynote Speaker on Attitude

 

Sam combines his gift for storytelling, humor, and practical life lessons with a live painting performance that turns the stage into something unforgettable.

7 Reasons Why Organizations Like Yours Trust Sam to Keynote their Big Meeting

 

1. Renowned. Sam has written over 30 bestselling books on attitude and has delivered thousands of keynotes. Meeting planners know they can trust him to deliver an exceptional experience.

2. Engaging from Start to Finish.  Sam connects with audiences through stories, humor, and art, keeping people laughing, learning, and leaning in the whole time.

3. Memorable Experience.  Every keynote includes a live painting that becomes part of your event’s story. Plus, each attendee receives a keepsake print to take home.

4. Practical Takeaways.  Audiences leave with real tools they can use immediately, not just inspiration in the moment, but ideas that last.

5. Fits Any Special Event, Meeting or Conference. Sam’s program works as an opening, closing, or featured keynote. Planners love starting events with Sam because he sets the tone for the entire meeting.

6. Easy to Work With.  Sam and his team are responsive, professional, and committed to making your event a success. They handle details with care so you can focus on the big picture.

7. Fun and Uplifting.  People walk away smiling, encouraged, and talking about your event long after it’s over. Ask anyone, Sam brings a highlight to every event he speaks at.

 

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Attitude Changes Everything

(Most Requested Program)

As a #1 best-selling author and speaker on the subject of attitude, Sam’s signature message is simple: “It all starts with attitude—everything follows attitude—and attitude changes everything.”

In this energizing and uplifting keynote, Sam Glenn delivers a powerful reminder that attitude drives how we think, work, and live.

Through humor, storytelling, and a captivating LIVE painting, Sam customizes a memorable message full of relevant takeaways.

If there’s one thing that plays a vital role in every aspect of life and work, it’s attitude.

Sam has become a leading voice on attitude because his insights apply everywhere—in leadership, teamwork, customer service, teaching, parenting, and personal and professional growth.

Attitude is the one thing we can always control, and it shapes resilience, focus, and culture in every organization.

Audiences will learn how to:

• REFRAME their attitude when facing change or challenges
• FUEL their attitude with the right influences and daily habits
• MANAGE stress, reset focus, and strengthen resilience
• APPLY attitude to create stronger teamwork and culture

Bottom line: This is a client favorite!

The Resilience Factor — Press Onward, Upward, and Forward!

THIS KEYNOTE IS ANOTHER CLIENT FAVORITE!

We all face changes, challenges, the unexpected, and uncertainty. But how do we stay resilient when we feel overwhelmed, stressed, and exhausted? Sam Glenn has practical and uplifting ideas that work.

When times are uncertain, resilience becomes the most valuable skill. In this keynote, Sam gives audiences the tools and mindset to keep moving forward—even when the mountain feels steep or the path is unclear.

Through stories, humor, and live art, Sam makes resilience personal, memorable, and energizing. Attendees walk away with encouragement they can apply immediately.

This program is a great fit for organizations navigating change, stress, or growth. It equips people to bounce back stronger—and not give up when it matters most.

Audiences will learn how to:

• Recognize stress and reset their mindset before burnout takes over
• Build daily resilience habits that create consistency and confidence
• Reframe setbacks into stepping-stones for growth and progress
• Strengthen resilience by leaning on support systems and teamwork
• Keep motivation by focusing on what they can control—not what they can’t

Inspired to Inspire

A great message for organizations that want to enrich their impact through their work.

This keynote is a great reminder that what we do and who we are make a positive contribution to our work and impact every day. It’s easy to complain about what we don’t have and feel limited. However, Sam shares how to make the best of what isn’t ideal and celebrate more of what you do have. This experience helps you embrace what you have, where you are, and who you are to make a greater impact through your work. Sam shows your audience how to keep their heads up, learn from challenges, and find inspiration that contributes to making a difference in situations and circumstances that don’t seem so inspirational.

Attendees walk away with a stronger sense of purpose, practical ways to keep learning, and the motivation to step up in their own leadership journey.

This message reinforces that leadership is not about position but about looking up, learning up, leveling up, and leading up.

Audiences will learn how to:

• Lead by example and create a ripple effect of inspiration
• Apply empathy and encouragement to strengthen team culture
• Build resilience into their leadership style during times of change
• Empower others by recognizing strengths and giving ownership
• Maintain energy and vision to inspire growth in themselves and others

The Strength of the Pack

Focus: Teamwork, Unity, Togetherness, Collaboration

This keynote is about finding strength in each other. It’s a reminder that each of us contributes something of value to the bigger picture. Inspired by the phrase, “The strength of the wolf is in the pack, and the strength of the pack is in the wolf,” Sam teaches how encouragement, recognition, respect, and personal accountability create stronger relationships rooted in trust and energy.

To reinforce the message, Sam paints a vibrant wolf live on stage.

Audiences will learn how to:

• Strengthen trust and collaboration within their team
• Recognize the value of individual contributions to the bigger mission
• Use encouragement and recognition to boost morale and performance
• Embrace personal accountability to support the group’s success
• Build a culture where everyone feels connected and committed

All Company and Staff Meetings

It is often rare to have a guest speaker at a staff meeting or an all company event, so why not make it a special gift that reminds the people you count on why their work matters and that their leadership truly cares.

Sam’s staff meeting talks remind everyone that they are part of something meaningful and great. His art draws people in, helping them feel valued, appreciated, and connected to each other. This is vital for morale and retention. Plus you keep the artwork for your office, department or conference room.

Sam blends humor, storytelling, and powerful lessons that not only keep people engaged but also drive home practical takeaways they can use immediately. Sam’s ability to connect with every personality in the room makes him a standout choice for any organization looking to strengthen morale, teamwork, and resilience.

Whether the focus is teamwork, resilience, leadership, service, or motivation, Sam customizes his keynote to fit the culture and needs of the staff. That flexibility makes him easy to plug into any meeting agenda. Whether your group needs a shot in the arm or a pick me up, this moment with Sam will achieve that goal.

Contact us and let us know how we can make your next staff or all company meeting a memorable and uplifting experience.

Custom – Let’s Create a Special Keynote Just for Your Group based on the Theme of Your Event. 


If you have a theme or vision for your event, discuss with Sam what that is and let’s build on that.  Most of our clients are familiar with Sam’s work and trust him to create an experience that inspires, empowers and educates.  If you are new to Sam’s content and want to create something fresh – let’s do it.  Just contact Sam’s team and discuss your event, theme and experience and let’s see what we can make happen!

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Because Every Great Event Deserves a Special Moment

Finding the right keynote speaker to kick off your event or wrap things up on a positive note is not an easy task. You can have confidence and peace of mind that working with Sam Glenn and his team will prove to be a positive experience.

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