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Rob Yeung

Transform leadership performance with Dr Rob Yeung, speaker, psychologist and bestselling author. Rob works with executives to enhance leadership effectiveness, drive organisational change and achieve peak performance, delivering evidence-based insights for clients including HSBC, Shell and KPMG.

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Dr Rob Yeung, Speaker | Performance Psychologist, Coach
Rob Yeung

Rob Yeung

London, United Kingdom

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Rob Yeung's biography

At a glance

  • Performance psychologist and leadership consultant
  • Author of over twenty bestselling books
  • Speaker on leadership and personal development
Dr Rob Yeung is a performance psychologist, business coach, conference speaker, and TV presenter dedicated to helping leaders and organisations achieve their goals. He has authored over 20 bestselling books and is frequently consulted on topics such as leadership, managing change, and high achievement. As a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society, Rob holds a First Class Honours degree in psychology from the University of Bristol and a PhD from King’s College London. He previously worked as a consultant for top tier strategy consultancy the Boston Consulting Group and is now a director at Talentspace, a leadership consulting firm. Rob collaborates with executives, teams, athletes, entertainers, and public figures, while also lecturing at universities and business schools. He speaks at conferences, addressing audiences ranging from dozens to thousands. His scientific papers have been published in research journals, and his books are translated into multiple languages. Among his notable works is "10% Better," which explores self-improvement and productivity, and "E is for Exceptional," which examines the psychology of high performance in entrepreneurs and leaders. Earlier in his career, Rob qualified as a personal trainer and aerobics instructor, maintaining a keen interest in health, fitness, and nutrition. His book "You Can Change Your Life" discusses behaviour change and personal transformation. Rob delivers speeches and workshops globally, aiming to educate and engage his audiences. His clients include HSBC, Shell, BBC, Asos, and KPMG. He stays at the forefront of psychological science by reviewing over 100 research papers weekly, allowing him to speak on leadership, motivation, and peak performance. His presentations cover topics such as high achievement, emotional intelligence, and effective hiring practices.

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Topics, sessions and talks

Leading for High Performance and Results
How do top employers motivate and retain high-performing employees without offering the highest salaries? Drawing on extensive employer research, Dr Rob Yeung shares practical strategies for engaging employees and unlocking peak performance in individuals and teams. Learn why SMART goals may not actually be so smart, how criticism can backfire, and why less management can lead to better results. Attend this session to discover counterintuitive methods for setting motivating goals, fostering collaboration, and sustaining high performance over time.
Leading in the Age of AI and Digital Transformation
How can leaders thrive in a world transformed by AI and other technological advancements? While AI excels at technical tasks, it still takes a human touch to gain buy-in from colleagues, win over stakeholders, and drive meaningful change. Drawing on years of experience of working with leaders, Dr Rob Yeung provides practical insights for navigating this dynamic landscape – by leveraging persuasion, empathy, and a collaborative culture that embraces innovation.
Developing Employee Resilience and Wellbeing
Why do some people thrive under pressure while others struggle? Resilience isn’t about avoiding stress – it’s about approaching it with the right mindset and skills. Drawing on extensive psychological research and cutting-edge neuroscience, Dr Rob Yeung reveals proven strategies for managing stress and fostering optimism. He explains why conventional positive thinking can backfire and how to use his powerful DARE method to help you and others to remain productive even in the most challenging of times.
Leading and Managing Performance in a Diverse, Inclusive Workforce
Diversity poses both challenges and opportunities. Inclusive leaders know how to unlock the power of diverse teams while still holding individuals accountable. Based on extensive research and experience of working with organisations worldwide, Dr Rob Yeung presents 7 key behaviours for leading inclusively. Learn how to build openness, create psychological safety, and master the three essential skills of empathy to drive performance in today’s diverse workplace.
Achieving Results Through Authentic Leadership
What drives business success? Research reveals it’s not just strategy – it’s authenticity. Authentic leaders know who they are, what they stand for, and how to lead with integrity and purpose. By focusing on values and people, they inspire teams, build trust, and drive performance. In this compelling session, Dr Rob Yeung reveals data-backed insights into the power of authentic leadership. Discover how to sharpen your self-awareness, align your actions with your core values, and motivate your team to achieve success.

Why we recommend booking Dr Rob

Book Dr Rob Yeung to inspire your team with cutting-edge insights on resilience, leadership, and performance. His engaging style and evidence-based strategies will empower your organisation to achieve its goals, boost confidence, and foster a high achievement culture.

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Testimonials

Dr Rob spoke at our Travel Directors Summit for 200 owners and directors of travel companies at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium. Of the seven very varied sessions we ran, Rob's was the most talked about afterwards and received excellent scores in our post-Summit survey. He was very fast-paced, very engaging and shattered most of the audience's illusions.

Jonathan Wall

Managing Director, Elman Wall

Dr Rob brought the auditorium to life! Rob's ability to engage and relate to everyone was excellent. His approach was impressively authoritative. He delivered on all counts. Feedback from the audience has been extremely positive and Rob was the highlight of the conference. Rob's wit and humour are just some of the key comments fed back but also the different approach he took and the uniqueness of content.

George Buckingham

Group Recruitment Director, Haymarket Media Group

Dr Rob has been working with ACCA's member magazine Accounting and Business for many years and has hosted numerous webinars and also sessions at our annual virtual conference. His events are always extremely well attended, and are always among the most popular in our calendar. For example, over 18,000 professional accountants attended his session in a recent conference. Feedback from attendees is always gushing. Dr Rob is always a fail-safe way for us to support our members - we know we'll always have excellent engagement. He never fails to hit the spot.

Joanna Malvern

Editor in Chief, ACCA

Featured Projects

Rob Yeung - 10% Better: Easy Ways To Beat Stress, Think Smarter, Get Healthy And Achieve Any Goal book cover
Rob Yeung - The Confidence Project: Your Plan For Personal Growth, Happiness And Success Science Of Self-Confidence book cover
Rob Yeung - How To Stand Out: Proven Tactics For Getting Noticed book cover

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What is Rob Yeung's speaking style like?
Rob Yeung draws on employer research and psychological literature — including neuroscience — to present counterintuitive findings, structuring his sessions around named frameworks such as his DARE method.
What topics does Rob Yeung specialise in?
Dr Rob Yeung's sessions cover high performance and employee motivation, leadership in the context of AI and digital transformation, and employee resilience and wellbeing. He is a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society, holding a PhD from King's College London, with previous experience at the Boston Consulting Group and clients including HSBC, Shell, and the BBC.
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