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Keynote SpeakerDane Jensen

Acclaimed speaker, media commentator, educator and author of The Power of Pressure

Dane Jensen is the CEO of Third Factor, an acclaimed speaker, an instructor at Queen’s University and the University of North Carolina, a regular contributor to Harvard Business Review, and the author of The Power of Pressure (HarperCollins). Dane oversees Third Factor’s delivery of leadership development programs to leading firms... Read more

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Popular Talks by Dane Jensen

  • The power of pressure

    Drawing insights from his book, The Power of Pressure: Why Pressure Isn’t the Problem, It’s the Solution, Dane Jensen’s new keynote address introduces three powerful strategies for using pressure as an advantage.

  • Building resilience

    Based on Dane’s wealth of experience with elite Olympic athletes and senior corporate executives, this presentation introduces a personal resilience toolkit used by elite athletes to develop a relationship with stress and pressure that puts them in the driver’s seat.

  • The meta-skilled organization

    Skills allow us to execute. Meta-skills like empathy, resilience, creativity, and self-awareness allow us to evolve. Packed with ideas on both how to foster the development of meta-skills for yourself, and how to build meta-skilled teams and organizations, this keynote lays out a framework for future-proofing yourself and your company…
  • Maintaining team motivation through the troughs

    Filled with examples and ideas from Olympic athletes and other top performers, Maintaining Team Motivation Through The Troughs is a one-hour tour of the four main drivers of motivation under pressure.

  • 3X4 Coaching

    Dane’s company, Third Factor, has worked with the world’s top coaches for over 30 years. Combining first-hand examples from both the sport and corporate worlds with an innovative coaching framework, 3×4 Coaching provides a provocative taste and exploration of the possibilities of coaching as a leadership style.

Biography

Dane Jensen is the CEO of Third Factor, an acclaimed speaker, an instructor at Queen’s University and the University of North Carolina, a regular contributor to Harvard Business Review, and the author of The Power of Pressure (HarperCollins).

Dane oversees Third Factor’s delivery of leadership development programs to leading firms across North America including SAP, RBC, Uber, Twitter, the USGA, and others.

He teaches in the Full-Time and Executive MBAs at Queen’s Smith School of Business in Canada and is Affiliate Faculty with UNC Executive Development at the Kenan-Flagler Business School in Chapel Hill.

In addition to his corporate work, Dane works extensively with athletes, coaches, leaders and Boards across Canada’s Olympic and Paralympic sport system to enhance National competitiveness.

Dane Jensen has worked as an advisor to Senior Executives in 23 countries on 5 continents and is a regular contributor to Harvard Business Review.

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What clients say about Dane Jensen

"Dane Jensen is one of the highest caliber speakers on leadership development I have ever worked with or seen. He has a unique ability to engage and motivate a large audience of leaders for an entire day. He creates a lasting and meaningful impression and provides our staff with tangible skills for immediate use. Our staff continue to ask if we can bring Dane back for more content and dialogues!" Kimberly Gallo Head of People, USGA
“Dane is a force of energy that flows into you as he transforms complex ideas into easy-to-consume, bite-size pieces. Dane brings a great combination of industry knowledge and a youthful zest that is perfect for emerging and disruptive brands. Whether you’re learning a new skill or refreshing an old one, watching Dane speak is like having a injection of understanding and self-confidence.” Sean Reily, President, Canada, Oticon
“Dane Jensen is nothing short of phenomenal. Immediately after the event, we were flooded with Slack messages from participants expressing how eye opening and engaging his talk was. He has a true mastery of presenting virtually - it never feels like a lecture and keeps people leaning in.” Caleb Goodman, Coo, Rethink
“To thriving at uber, and I’ve come across few people that understand pressure better than Dane Jensen. Dane is an engaging speaker who draws inspiration from across domains to not only develop powerful tools, but communicate them in ways that stick with you. If you want to take the performance of yourself or your team to the next level in high-pressure situations, listen to Dane.” Matthew Price, General manager, Canada, Uber

How to book Dane Jensen as a keynote speaker

How do I book Dane Jensen for a keynote speech?

You can book Dane Jensen through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Dane's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Dane Jensen's speaking fees?

Dane Jensen's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Dane tailored to your event.

What topics does Dane Jensen speak about?

Dane Jensen speaks on Authors, Motivation, Performance, Teamwork. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Dane to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Dane Jensen available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Dane Jensen for events worldwide, subject to Dane's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Dane Jensen deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Dane Jensen is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Dane Jensen?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Dane can accommodate.

Can Dane Jensen tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Dane Jensen on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Dane can offer.

What languages does Dane Jensen present in?

Dane Jensen delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Dane Jensen a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Dane Jensen's areas of expertise include Authors, Motivation, Performance, Teamwork. To get a clear sense of Dane's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Dane Jensen speak at?

Dane Jensen can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Authors, Motivation, Performance, Teamwork is relevant. Details of Dane's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Dane Jensen offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Dane Jensen is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Dane Jensen?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Dane Jensen, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Dane's current availability for your dates.