Geordie Stewart is a bestselling author, record-breaking explorer, endurance athlete, and former British Army officer. At the age of 22, he became the youngest Briton to climb the Seven Summits, which are the highest mountains on each of the seven continents. His achievement was reaching the summit of Mount Everest. After serving in an army reconnaissance regiment for five years, Geordie left the UK to embark on a 22,500-mile, 14-month solo cycle around the world. Geordie is a successful author, having written three books on mountaineering, exploration, and leadership. His works include "Hurry Up and Wait: The Secret Life of a Sandhurst Cadet," "In Search of Sisu: A Path to Contentment via the Highest Point on Every Continent," and "A Rolling Stone: Taking the Road Less Traveled."
Geordie Stewart explores the lessons of resilience and mental fortitude learned from expeditions in some of the world's harshest and most extreme environments. Geordie shares insights from his journeys, emphasising the importance of perseverance, mental strength, resourcefulness, strategic thinking and managing uncertainty. This talk promises to inspire and equip attendees with the mindset needed to overcome their challenges and succeed in the face of adversity.
In ‘understanding Failures and Paving the Path to Success,’ Geordie offers a compelling perspective on the role of failures in growth and achieving success. Drawing from his extensive experience in high-stakes mountaineering, including turning around 150m from the summit of Everest, ultra-endurance challenges, business and the military, Geordie highlights how failures can turn into invaluable growth and learning opportunities. This insightful talk focuses on extensive preparation, understanding high-pressure decision-making in hostile environments and utilising learnings as critical steps in the journey to success.
In a rapidly evolving and unpredictable world, Geordie provides a thought-provoking talk addressing the challenges of enabling and sustaining focus on clear objectives. Drawing from his experiences in extreme environments, long-distance expeditions, and business and military deployments, Geordie imparts practical strategies for remaining adaptable while maintaining clear goals. His talk aims to equip attendees with the tools to navigate uncertainty, embrace adaptability, and sustain focus, essential for personal and professional success. This presentation is excellent for anyone seeking to excel through change with resolute determination and clarity.
