Ben Nemtin
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Keynote Speaker
#1 New York Times Bestselling Author; Ranked 2nd Best Motivational Speaker by Global Gurus; CoFounder of MTVs The Buried Life
Impossible is possible. #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Ben Nemtin's message of radical possibility has been featured on The Today Show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, FOX, and NBC News.
Ben Nemtin's speaking fee: $25K - $40K
Ben Nemtin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Want to Do Before You Die? and The Bucket List Journal. Ben is ranked the #2 Motivational Speaker in the World by Global Gurus and starred in The Buried Life, MTV’s highest rated show on iTunes and Amazon. As the co-founder of The Buried Life movement, Ben’s message of radical possibility has been featured on The Today Show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, FOX, and NBC News. President Obama called Ben and The Buried Life “inspiration for a new generation” and Oprah declared their mission “truly inspiring.”
In his first year of university, Ben was unexpectedly hit with a depression that forced him to drop out. In an attempt to feel more alive, he created the world’s greatest bucket list with his three best friends. They borrowed a rickety old RV and crisscrossed North America, achieving the unthinkable. And most importantly, every time they accomplished a dream of their own, they helped a complete stranger cross something off their bucket list. From playing basketball with President Obama and having a beer with Prince Harry to reuniting a father and son after seventeen years and surprising a young girl with a much-needed bionic arm, So far, he’s crossed off 96 of his 100 list items and in 2025 he’ll be crossing off #100: Go to Space. Ben’s message of radical possibility has inspired millions to unlock their true potential.
What if “impossible” was just a mindset waiting to be shattered? Ben Nemtin’s extraordinary journey—from debilitating depression to achieving 100 seemingly impossible dreams—reveals a powerful truth: impossible is merely a starting point.
Nemtin weaves the captivating story of how The Buried Life evolved from a simple list of 100 impossible dreams into a global movement, seamlessly connecting these lessons to the fabric of our daily life. His remarkable achievements—from creating a hit MTV show to playing basketball with President Obama, from becoming a #1 New York Times bestselling author to sharing beers with Prince Harry — weren’t a matter of luck. They were the direct result of a repeatable system, a proven blueprint for remarkable success that anyone can master.
This isn’t just another inspirational talk — it’s a practical guide to achieving the extraordinary. Nemtin shares the exact, field-tested framework that empowered his team to defy impossible odds, demonstrating how these principles can transform your biggest challenges into your greatest triumphs. He reveals how small, consistent actions compound like interest over time, generating unstoppable momentum that turns seemingly impossible goals into inevitable successes.
Nemtin establishes an undeniable truth: personal growth fuels professional growth, which drives organizational success. Through his journey of completing seemingly impossible dreams, he demonstrates that purpose is the fuel that ignites the impossible and giving back is the catalyst that multiplies your impact exponentially.
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In today’s relentless environment, where uncertainty reigns supreme and burnout threatens even the strongest teams, why do some organizations continue to thrive while others struggle? Ben Nemtin reveals the game-changing truth: purpose isn’t just a buzzword — it’s the secret weapon that fueled his own extraordinary journey, lifting him from the depths of depression to ignite a global movement and achieve the seemingly impossible.
Through compelling scientific evidence and unforgettable stories, Nemtin demonstrates how embracing your professional and personal purpose unleashes untapped potential, creates true work-life harmony, and empowers you to become the best version of yourself.
In this revolutionary keynote, discover why purpose-driven individuals and teams are 7x more likely to overcome challenges, focusing on the “why” that ignites passion and resilience. Nemtin masterfully blends cutting-edge science with captivating storytelling to reveal how purpose transforms organizational culture from the inside out.
Leaders will gain actionable strategies to build trust, authentically demonstrate care for their teams’ well-being, and foster innovation, retention, and breakthrough performance. This isn’t merely theoretical — it’s a strategic blueprint for translating purpose into tangible outcomes and cultivating a workplace that inspires genuine passion.
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What if the secret to peak performance wasn’t working harder, but working with deeper purpose? Before becoming a #1 New York Times bestselling author, playing basketball at the White House, and being interviewed by Oprah, Ben Nemtin faced a formidable opponent: crippling depression. Through his powerful journey, he reveals how purpose transforms burnout into sustainable success and shares a counterintuitive truth that challenges conventional wisdom: prioritizing your well-being isn’t selfish—it’s the essential foundation of exceptional performance in every aspect of life.
This groundbreaking keynote revolutionizes how organizations approach well-being and performance. Nemtin demonstrates how genuine work-life harmony creates a powerful positive feedback loop that fuels innovation, dramatically boosts retention, and drives breakthrough results. Through honest personal stories and cutting-edge scientific insights, he shows how personal fulfillment becomes the catalyst for professional excellence.
Using a powerful blend of vulnerability and practical wisdom, Nemtin provides a proven system for turning life’s challenges into opportunities for renewal. He shares the exact tools that helped him build resilience and how sustainable excellence isn’t about pushing harder—it’s about aligning your actions with what truly matters… This isn’t another wellness talk—it’s an invitation to rediscover what makes you feel truly alive.
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In an era where change and disruption are the only constant, leaders face perhaps their most critical challenge: how do you build truly unshakeable teams that don’t merely survive disruption—but actively harness it as a catalyst for growth and competitive advantage?
Ben Nemtin’s extraordinary journey from achieving 100 “impossible” goals to helping strangers worldwide achieve their wildest dreams provides a compelling answer: purpose-driven individuals and teams don’t just endure change—they transform uncertainty into their decisive advantage, proving that you’re always just one step away from turning disruption into opportunity.
Through masterful storytelling and evidence-based insights, Nemtin demonstrates why those anchored in purpose consistently outperform their peers during periods of disruption, showing leaders exactly how to build this cultural resilience into their teams.
This isn’t another change management talk—it’s a blueprint for organizational transformation. Nemtin provides leaders with actionable frameworks to not only adapt to change but actively leverage it for unprecedented growth. He reveals the counterintuitive truth that connecting with your deepest values and boldest dreams creates the stability needed to navigate uncertainty with confidence and creativity.
This powerful message inspires audiences to embrace cultures of service, gratitude and endless potential— where change becomes the catalyst for your team’s greatest breakthroughs.
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