Lainie Rowell
- Bestselling author and international keynote speaker Lainie Rowell advances human flourishing through timeless wisdom backed by science andamplified through innovation
- Empowers others to build community while honoring and celebrating what makes each of us unique and dynamic
Travels From
California
Lainie Rowell Speaker Biography
Bestselling author and international keynote speaker Lainie Rowell inspires and equips organizations to thrive by fostering meaningful connections, optimizing well-being, and driving innovation. A regular contributor to Thrive Global, Lainie shares actionable insights to empower teams and build inclusive communities while honoring individual strengths, creating a foundation for sustainable success.
With a degree in psychology and postgraduate qualifications, Lainie has delivered keynotes in 41 states and dozens of countries across four continents. Her clients include Fortune 100 companies such as Apple and Google, as well as non-profits, educational institutions, and independent organizations.
Lainie is the author of Evolving with Gratitude and the lead author of Evolving Learner. Her latest, Bold Gratitude: The Journal Designed for You & By You, provides science-backed strategies to cultivate gratitude, enhance resilience, and improve performance in personal and professional settings.
A TEDx speaker with over two decades of experience, Lainie has been featured in renowned publications like Thrive Global, Greater Good Science Center, and PBS NewsHour. Her dynamic and research-driven approach resonates with leaders seeking actionable strategies to foster connection, innovation, and well-being in their organizations.
Bold Gratitude: Optimize Happiness, Relationships, and Performance
Gratitude isn’t just a personal value—it’s a strategic asset for organizational success. Grounded in robust research, this keynote reveals how small yet intentional gratitude practices can elevate employee well-being, strengthen relationships, and drive peak performance. We'll explore how cultivating gratitude transforms individual resilience into a thriving workplace culture. When gratitude becomes a core organizational value, the results are clear: improved morale, measurable increases in engagement and retention, and greater overall productivity.
Key Takeaways:
-Understand the impact of gratitude on personal well-being, social awareness, and workplace relationships.
-Discover actionable strategies for integrating gratitude to foster a service mindset and enhance team collaboration.
-Learn how to celebrate successes authentically to optimize performance and build a flourishing workplace culture.
Finding Our Happy Hours: Time Management Secrets Revealed
Time is our most valuable resource, yet it’s often drained by distractions, inefficiency, and stress. This keynote empowers leaders and teams to align their time with what truly matters—not just to boost productivity, but to elevate well-being and satisfaction. Through innovative, research-backed strategies, you’ll learn how to prioritize effectively, manage distractions, and transform routines into opportunities for focus and fulfillment. By mastering these techniques, you’ll see measurable improvements in productivity, efficiency, and satisfaction—both personally and professionally.
Key Takeaways:
-Discover practical methods to enhance focus and productivity.
-Uncover strategies for managing distractions and setting clear priorities.
-Implement intentional practices to align your time with your values and goals for greater success.
Be a Thermostat, Not a Thermometer: Master the Art of Positive Influence
Discover the transformative power of being a thermostat—shaping and influencing the culture of your organization—rather than a thermometer that merely reflects it. This keynote dives into how prosocial strengths can create a foundation for a culture of care, fostering collaboration, inclusivity, and trust. Let’s explore practical strategies to cultivate a mindset of service and intentional kindness, and discover the importance of recognizing and amplifying the good in others. By fostering these strengths, organizations can experience measurable improvements in collaboration, employee satisfaction, and leadership effectiveness, resulting in a more cohesive and thriving workplace.
Key Takeaways:
-Explore how prosocial strengths like empathy, compassion, cooperation, kindness, and gratitude enhance leadership, team cohesion, and workplace relationships.
-Discover strategies to foster a service mindset and spread kindness, driving better decision-making and team effectiveness.
-Examine the role of gratitude in celebrating achievements and building stronger connections, cultivating a culture of authentic and sustainable, healthy positivity.
