David Burkus

David Burkus

• Psychological safety in leadership, teamwork, and collaboration expert
• Author of five bestsellers
• Consistently ranks amongst the preeminent global business thought leaders

Dr David Burkus is regarded as one of the foremost intellectual minds in the global business sphere. Revered for his profound insights, he has established a reputation for pioneering cutting-edge ideologies that are revolutionizing the fundamental tenets of leadership, teamwork, and collaboration within organisations. His psychological approach distinguishes him from his peers.

As a distinguished researcher and compelling orator, David Burkus has authored five acclaimed books centred on the core principles of business and leadership. His literary works have attained numerous prestigious accolades and have been translated into multiple languages, signifying their universal appeal and relevance. He has, since 2017, consistently ranked among the preeminent global business thought leaders, affirming the widespread acknowledgement of his groundbreaking perspectives.

David Burkus has seen his insights and leadership featured across various media. These include, amongst others, Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, Wall Street Journal, CNN, CBS This Morning, and the BBC.

Having transitioned from a distinguished tenure as a business school professor, David Burkus currently engages with leaders across diverse industries. He partners with prominent organisations such as PepsiCo, Fidelity, Adobe, and NASA. His keynote addresses epitomize a perfect combination of entertainment and enlightenment, underpinned by a robust foundation of empirical evidence and practical applicability.

David Burkus – Speaker

As a leading business speaker, David Burkus translates intricate research into actionable strategies that enable the immediate implementation of invaluable insights garnered from his exceptional expertise. He lives in the USA and presents in English.

Speaking Topics

• THE SURPRISING SCIENCE OF HIGH-PERFORMING TEAMS: The key to unlocking team performance isn’t recruiting new members or designing the perfect incentives. It’s about building the habits and culture that allow for optimal performance. Talent doesn’t make the team; the team makes the talent. By focusing on improving the team culture, you create an environment that enhances everyone’s performance. David Burkus reveals the secrets of the highest-performing teams and provides practical steps to build the best team ever.
• THE TRUTH ABOUT TRUST: ELEVATING TEAMS THROUGH PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY: Collaboration is essential but can prove challenging with different perspectives and personalities. High-performing teams prioritize creating a psychologically safe environment based on trust and respect. David Burkus explains how psychological safety is key to leveraging diverse minds, generating the best ideas, and finding optimal solutions. This keynote teaches how to increase trust and model respectful, collaborative behaviour even in challenging times.
• INNOVATION IS A TEAM SPORT: THE SCIENCE OF CREATIVE COLLABORATION: Organizations face increasing challenges. This makes innovation even more crucial than ever before. However, many teams struggle to generate and execute their brightest ideas. Research shows that creativity is a team effort. David Burkus provides practical insights for teams to work together more creatively.
• LEADING FROM ANYWHERE: HOW TO BUILD HIGH-PERFORMING REMOTE AND HYBRID TEAMS: The future of work is working from anywhere. Leaders need the skills to lead from anywhere. David Burkus offers practical guidance on leading in remote and hybrid environments. He emphasises team culture, performance management, and autonomy with accountability. This talk is essential for leaders navigating the shift to remote work.