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Michael Caulfield
High Performance
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Unlock high-pressure performance with Michael Caulfield, elite performance psychologist and leadership expert. Michael equips executives and sports professionals with practical psychological frameworks for peak performance under pressure. Trusted consultant for Premier League teams, international cricket, and corporate leaders, with regular appearances on BBC and Sky Sports.
Coach
Professional Development
Business Consulting
Sports Psychologist
Psychology
Mindset
Broadcaster
Sport
CEO
Personal Development
Football
Soccer
Mental Health Awareness
Michael Caulfield is a registered performance psychologist who works with elite athletes, coaches, and business leaders to simplify the psychology of performing under pressure. His approach strips away jargon to deliver frameworks that actually work when it matters most.
Michael spent 15 years as Chief Executive of the Professional Jockeys Association before retraining in psychology, giving him a rare dual perspective on both performance and governance. He has worked across the Barclays Premier League, international cricket, and numerous other sports. As a senior consultant at Sporting Edge, Michael has contributed to a digital library of insights from world-class performers. He also regularly appears on BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC News, and Sky Sports.
Michael's three decades in professional sport and leadership means he understands the gap between theory and execution. He translates psychological concepts into practical tools that individuals and teams can use immediately, whether in boardrooms or on matchday. His background as both practitioner and executive allows him to address performance challenges from multiple angles, making his guidance relevant across competitive environments.
Audiences leave Michael's sessions with specific techniques for managing pressure and a clearer understanding of what drives performance when stakes are high. His delivery combines clarity with humour, making complex ideas accessible without oversimplifying them.
Book Michael to equip your team with psychology that works in real competitive situations, not just in theory.
Topics, sessions and talks
Michael Caulfield shares his experience helping athletes make the most of their skills and maximise their potential by leveraging their natural talents. Drawing from his experience, he discusses practical strategies and mental techniques to help your team learn from athletes to thrive, stay resilient under pressure, and achieve peak performance.
Michael Caulfield explores how decency and good character form the bedrock of effective leadership, far outweighing technical skills or data. He reflects on the importance of experience and how calm, decisive leadership fosters trust. Attendees will learn how to lead with integrity and build teams based on respect and wisdom.
Michael Caulfield believes the best teams are composed of diverse experiences and perspectives. He stresses that meaningful connections are rooted in simplicity, not complexity, and emphasises the importance of bringing people together while valuing everyone's contributions. Attendees will learn how to build teams that are skilled and united in purpose and vision.
Michael Caulfield believes that authentic communication doesn’t require formal settings. Whether it’s a conversation on a park bench (with a dog in tow) or a casual walk, meaningful exchanges are built on simplicity. Attendees will learn how to improve communication by being present, genuine, and open, fostering deeper trust in their relationships.
Michael Caulfield presents a candid talk on managing crises; while we all might feel "completely *****ed" at times, a slow and thoughtful approach is the key to overcoming challenges. Attendees will learn practical strategies for maintaining composure and making intelligent decisions under pressure.
Michael Caulfield brings three decades of elite sport leadership combined with registered psychology expertise to deliver pressure management techniques that your team can use immediately. His unique background as both former CEO and practising psychologist means he bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world application, offering practical solutions tested in Premier League football and international cricket. Secure Michael now to transform how your organisation performs when the stakes are highest.
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Email michael.caulfield@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 Michael'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.
Michael Caulfield draws on frameworks developed through 15 years as a Chief Executive and subsequent retraining as a registered performance psychologist, translating that dual experience into practical tools audiences can apply immediately to managing pressure and performance.
Michael Caulfield speaks on high performance, effective leadership, and team building, covering mental resilience under pressure, character-based leadership, and building cohesive teams through diverse perspectives. He is a registered performance psychologist and former Chief Executive of the Professional Jockeys Association, with experience working across the Barclays Premier League and international cricket.
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Book a motivational speaker at least 3–6 months in advance, especially for popular speakers or large events. Top speakers get booked quickly, so earlier is always better. For major conferences or peak seasons, booking 12 months ahead ensures you secure your first choice.
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Three to six months ahead is comfortable for most events, and 12 months is better for large conferences, peak-season dates or one specific in-demand speaker. Shorter timelines are workable, and PepTalk regularly fills last-minute and replacement bookings within days. Availability is the constraint, so get in touch as soon as you have a date.
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