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...line. We had adapted to the environment, we had found a creative and more efficient way to the finish line, and we had won. Your Turn : Where can you take a calculated risk in your life or in your business in your quest for that big win? Tip: Calculated risks are a little less risky and have a better chance of success with a great team around you for the journey! Robyn Benincasa is a World Champion Adventure Racer, full-time Firefighter, top inspirational speaker, and CNN Hero who helps Survivors live an adventurous dream as part of their recovery....

...way to the finish line. They overcame their obstacles with humor. The most enduring and representative one-liner from their TV coverage summed up their approach: “We discovered that pain is mandatory…but suffering is optional.” Your Turn : Next time you’re having a sufferfest, remind yourself and your teammates of 3 things: one thing you’re grateful for (even in that moment), the fact that you’re adding yet another brick to your “character wall” in your life, and one great gift you’re going to give yourself when it’s all over! Robyn Benincasa is a World Champion Adventure Racer, full-time Firefighter, top inspirational...

...Benincasa Two-time Adventure Racing world champion; Founder, Project Athena First job: Chuck E. Cheese I used to live right down the street from Chuck E. Cheese (a restaurant and arcade chain aimed at families) in Tempe, Arizona. On my first day they gave me a few options, like working the skee-ball area or giving out tickets, and I said: Not so much. Then they said, ‘Well, you could be Chuck E. Cheese,’ and I said yes. (Chuck E. Cheese is the chain’s mouse mascot.) There were a few drawbacks to that. One is that you are not allowed to say...

...This article was originally written by Robyn Benincasa for Harvard Business Review.   I’ve learned about building great teams the hard way: by competing in the world’s toughest adventure races. From the leech-infested jungles of Borneo to the towering peaks of Tibet, my teams have run, paddled, mountain biked, climbed, and whitewater-rafted for up to ten non-stop days and nights, with no shelter, no warm food, and no reprieve from the competitors nipping at our blister-covered heels. If just one racer from a four-person team quits, we’re all disqualified. By necessity, the journey to the unimaginably distant finish line...

...Coach, Don’t Criticize Empathy is the key to inspiring and motivating employees, according to top motivational keynote speaker and author of How Winning Works Robyn Benincasa . Employees respond better to coaching than criticism . When employees feel like they are being listened to and are part of the team they will be motivated to go the extra mile for their leader. 2. Celebrate Small Wins Sometimes organizations wait until the end of the year to recognize employee efforts through evaluations and end-of-the-year bonuses. In the meantime, employees are left wondering if they are on track. Adrian Gostick and Chester...

...that’s just the year through March! Robyn Benincasa , Top Leadership Speaker, Adventure Racing World Champion, CNN Hero Because we’re bombarded with so much tech every day, I think that to really break through the clutter and connect, people go back to writing personal notes and handwritten cards. Srinivas Rao , Host of the Unmistakable Creative Artificial intelligence will play a big role in replacing any work that is repetitive. Even cognitively demanding but repetitive work will be replaced by automation. So creativity will be essential to people’s success professionally and personally. Tan Le , Innovative Technology and Founder and...

...(Emotiv). They’ve experienced rejection (Rejection Therapy) and have been the subject of Hollywood films (Molly’s Game and Breach). They’ve won championships (Adventure Racing) and moved us with their marketing (Beats headphones). In short, they have shown they can change lives, now see if they can change yours. Robyn Benincasa , leadership speaker, Adventure Racing world champion Molly Bloom , inspirational keynote speaker, subject of film Molly’s Game Matthew Luhn , creativity keynote speaker, former Pixar animator/story artist Mitch Lowe , business speaker, CEO of MoviePass Jia Jiang , rejection therapy keynote speaker, bestselling author Marc Randolph , Netflix Co-Founder, angel...

...non-intrusive headset allowing control of objects with the mind Barb Stegemann- Creating clean beauty products that support the rebuilding of war-torn countries Robyn Benincasa- Uplifts women (and sometimes men) who have had medical or traumatic setbacks by completing adventure expeditions with Project Athena Nancy Giordano- Futurist, predicting technology trends that will change businesses Jane Chen- Created portable, incubator sleeping bags, saving infant lives in developing countries Jade Simmons- Created a new genre of music through the process of self-acceptance Nancy Frates- Brought light to ASL through viral Ice Bucket Challenge Carmen Simon- Uses cognitive neuroscience to help companies market better...

...entertainer. Athlete Motivational Keynote Speaker Athlete motivational speakers have reached the pinnacle in their sport, often overcoming drastic physical and mental challenges to reach the podium or achieve a new world record. For example, James Lawrence ran 50 triathlons in 50 days in 50 states to understand how to create a successful mindset. Robyn Benincasa learned the essence of teamwork in the most challenging terrains of the world while becoming an Adventure Racing World Champion. Researcher Motivational Keynote Speaker Researcher motivational speakers have done the science to determine how to overcome challenges. For instance, Dr. J.P. Pawliw-Fry researched how top...

...the Future of Work. She helps organizations and leaders navigate a rapidly changing and often volatile world, and has addressed audiences in every field, from small start-ups to government departments and the staffs of Fortune 500 companies.   Another of our top-booked female speakers, firefighter and adventurer Robyn Benincasa is a powerhouse in the fields of motivation, leadership and team building. She speaks over 100 times a year, delivering insight-packed keynotes that leave people invigorated and primed for collaboration.   Inventor and tech influencer Tan Le is the CEO and Founder of Emotiv, a neuroinformatics company, as well as one...

...has been adapted into an Oscar-nominated film. Top EQ expert and leadership thought leader JP Pawliw-Fry has worked with leaders from Fortune 500 companies, Marines, Olypmians and NFL teams. He teaches people to employ empathy at work to lead and inspire their teams in safe, supportive environments. Leadership Imagineer and top speaker Simon T. Bailey has been recognized as one of the top 25 people who will help you achieve your life goals by SUCCESS Magazine. He connects with his audiences on all levels with relevant messaging and tangible takeaways. CNN hero and bestselling author Robyn Benincasa is a powerhouse...

...break big tasks down into small steps to stay motivated. Top motivational keynote speaker and former Adventure Racing World Champion Robyn Benincasa said one of the keys to staying motivated is to have a plan—and always be flexible . If you’re willing to adapt to obstacles, you can stay motivated. 5. When Under Pressure, Recall Yourself at Your Best Sometimes you lose motivation when you’re under stress. Motivational speaker and bestselling author of Performing Under Pressure JP Pawliw-Fry suggests you can stay motivated in tough situations by recalling yourself at your best . This is similar to muscle memory. If...