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Andrew Pain

Tackle men's mental health, burnout, and workplace belonging with Andrew Pain, a CPD-accredited TEDx speaker, author, and podcaster with 25 years' HR experience. Andrew works with organisations across the UK to reduce stigma, build psychological safety, and create cultures where people genuinely thrive.

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Andrew Pain, Speaker | Mental Health Advocate & Trainer
Andrew Pain

Andrew Pain

Birmingham, United Kingdom

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£2k–5k

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At a glance

  • CPD Accredited leader in workplace wellbeing and psychological safety
  • Award-winning campaigner and TEDx speaker for men's mental health
  • Author of Honestly, Man, with profits going to men's and boys' charities
Andrew Pain is a mental health and wellbeing speaker who helps organisations safeguard men's mental health, reduce burnout, and build psychologically safe communities. His expertise combines lived experience as a domestic abuse survivor with evidence-based strategies to create workplace environments where resilience and inclusion thrive. As a CPD-accredited and TEDx speaker, Andrew has earned recognition as "Campaigner of the Year" from the Men and Boys Coalition. His TEDx talk on female-perpetrated domestic violence has garnered over 140,000 views, while his podcast "Men on Show" highlights everyday male heroes navigating modern masculinity challenges. Andrew recently released his first book, "Honestly, Man: why masculinity feels confusing, shame doesn't help and what to do about it," the profits from which will be invested in charities and projects supporting men and boys. Andrew addresses critical workplace issues, including the 88% of UK employees reporting burnout and the alarming suicide rate claiming 115 lives weekly, 75% being men. His practical, thought-provoking keynotes tackle loneliness, stress, and silence plaguing teams. He partners with organisations like West Midlands Employers and The Chartered Institute of Marketing to deliver impactful training programs. Audiences gain concrete strategies for creating psychologically safe environments, practical tools for preventing burnout without sacrificing productivity, and frameworks for fostering genuine community connections that combat workplace isolation. Book Andrew for a bold, refreshingly human speaker who delivers original content with high energy and humour, not the same old corporate platitudes.

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Topics, sessions and talks

Honestly, Man: Why Men's Challenges Are Complex, Not Toxic
In this talk aimed at creating better outcomes for men and the women that love them, Andrew Pain addresses two critical questions: why men are struggling and what can be done to help them. The talk delves into psychological safety, the testosterone crisis, and the implications of toxic masculinity. It also examines fatherhood, men's communities, and the media narrative surrounding men. Attendees will gain insights into fostering healthier outcomes for men and understanding their challenges in today's society.
Burnout-Proof: Collective And Individual Habits That Work
In his talk, Andrew Pain delves into the complexities of burnout, identifying its signs, triggers, and common myths. He emphasises the importance of caring for each other and ourselves, introducing the T.E.S.T. framework used by elite athletes. Pain discusses the significance of GRIT, psychological safety, and fostering hope while addressing the realities of change and negative feedback. Attendees will learn practical techniques to manage burnout and cultivate resilience in both personal and professional settings.
Signs We Miss: A Survivor's Guide To Abuse-Aware Workplaces
Andrew Pain explores the reality of domestic abuse, addressing its various forms and the misleading language often used by the media. He discusses how to identify early signs of abusive relationships and the complexities faced by victims, including gaslighting and parental alienation. Andrew shares insights from his own experiences, contrasting his past marriage with his current healthy relationship. Attendees will learn to recognise abuse, understand victim behaviour, and approach sensitive conversations with empathy.
Crack The Cliques: Workplace Belonging In Just 3 Steps
Andrew Pain highlights the alarming rise of loneliness, particularly among individuals aged 19-29, and its impact on organisational health. With 15% of men reporting no close friends and increasing Kudokushi deaths, the urgency for building strong communities is clear. He emphasises that without active communities, organisations face issues like burnout and high turnover. Attendees will learn how to foster belonging, break down cliques, initiate meaningful conversations, and enhance their community-building skills to improve overall well-being and performance.
Fixing Imposter Syndrome: Why 'Fake It Until You Make It' Won't Work
In his keynote talk, Andrew Pain addresses Imposter Syndrome, a common experience where individuals doubt their abilities and feel like frauds. Research shows that 70% of people globally and 85% in the UK have faced this issue, which can hinder potential and lead to stress and anxiety. Andrew will cover the history of Imposter Syndrome, its two lesser-known types, common causes, and critical mantras to combat it. Attendees will learn to process negative feedback, manage setbacks, and improve self-worth.

Why we recommend booking Andrew

Andrew Pain delivers powerful mental health keynotes that combine lived experience with evidence-based strategies, helping organisations reduce burnout, safeguard men's wellbeing, and build psychologically safe communities where teams thrive. Book this TEDx speaker and "Campaigner of the Year" to gain practical tools for creating workplace environments where resilience, productivity and genuine connection flourish.

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Testimonials

A massive thank you from both of us and all the team at DLA. Andrew we genuinely think you might be one of the best speakers we've had at the firm. The sessions have had excellent feedback, and we really appreciate how flexible and great you both were to work with.

Safia Francis-Kukaswadia

Inclusion & Culture Specialist, DLA Piper

The feedback following the event has been amazing. Too many to mention here, but my personal favourite is one saying, ‘brilliant mate, the best network event by far'.

Kevin Halpin Rose

People and OD Business Partner, Mining Remediation Authority

Andrew’s engaging style of delivery brought the best out of our colleagues (even first thing in the morning) and we received many comments that they could have listened to him talk longer, so we’ve already book him for another talk later this year!

Mo Brownridge

Senior Communications Manager, Pernod Ricard Global Travel Retail

Featured Projects

Andrew Pain - Honestly, Man book cover
Andrew Pain - Men On Show podcast cover

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Email andrew.pain@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Andrew's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
What is Andrew Pain's speaking style like?
Andrew Pain structures his talks around named frameworks, such as the T.E.S.T. framework drawn from elite athletic performance, combined with statistical anchors (e.g., 88% burnout rates, 75% of weekly suicides being male) and first-person testimony from his experience as a domestic abuse survivor.
What topics does Andrew Pain specialise in?
Andrew Pain speaks on men's mental health and masculinity, burnout prevention and resilience, and domestic abuse awareness in workplace settings. He is a CPD-accredited TEDx speaker whose talk on female-perpetrated domestic violence has exceeded 140,000 views, and was named Campaigner of the Year by the Men and Boys Coalition.
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