Get some back-to-work brilliance into your team this January by bringing in a keynote speaker who can cut through the post-holiday slump. Engagement surveys consistently show that a large share of employees are just going through the motions in the new year rather than switching on, and it's much easier to stay cosy at home than to feel excited about the commute back to the office.
So how do you combat that malaise? This January, we've curated a selection of our top inspirational speakers to energise your team and spark a real return-to-office rush, whether that's through a keynote, a fireside Q&A or one of PepTalk's expert-led workshops.
Your January Line-Up of Keynote Speakers
Lawrence Dallaglio
If you need a speaker who raises your team's game and inspires real greatness, Lawrence Dallaglio is a strong pick. A Rugby World Cup-winning England international, he's regarded as one of the game's outstanding back-row forwards, and he brings that same drive for performance into the boardroom.
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Alex Scott
For a speaker who cuts through the noise and gets straight to what matters, Alex Scott delivers. A former Arsenal and England footballer who came through the club's youth ranks as a child, she's now one of the BBC and Sky Sports' leading pundits, known for calling it as she sees it.
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Jason Fox
Want to bring a daring edge to the morning team chat? Jason 'Foxy' Fox is a former Royal Marine Commando and UK Special Forces soldier, best known as a star of Channel 4's SAS: Who Dares Wins. He's now a television presenter, adventurer and author who challenges teams to push past their limits.
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Claire Williams OBE
To start the year on a high note, Claire Williams OBE brings a rare view from the top of elite motorsport. She served as Deputy Team Principal of the Williams Formula One team until 2020, one of only a handful of women to hold a senior leadership role at that level in the sport, and speaks candidly about leadership under relentless pressure.
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If you want your team thinking like creative entrepreneurs, Steven Bartlett is the speaker to book. Founder of Flight Story and co-founder of Social Chain, he's widely reported as the youngest person to join the panel of Dragons' Den, and hosts the chart-topping podcast The Diary of a CEO.
Interested in booking Steven? Get in touch with the PepTalk team.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book a back-to-work keynote speaker with PepTalk?
Get in touch with the PepTalk team with your dates and budget, and we'll match you with the right speaker for your January event, whether that's an in-person keynote, a virtual session or one of our workshops.
What session formats work best for a January kick-off?
Most of our roster can offer a keynote, a fireside Q&A or a more interactive workshop format, so you can choose whatever fits your event size and the time you have available.
How far in advance should we book?
January, and the weeks leading up to it, is one of the busiest booking periods of the year, so the earlier you get in touch the more choice you'll have over speaker and date.
We call an in-office event strategic FOMO, creating a moment your team will be talking about for months. If you're keen to book one of these inspirational PepTalk speakers, email us and let us know. We have limited in-person slots for these speakers in January, so don't wait too long. You can also call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US). Remember, it's always a good time to get a PepTalk!
P.S. The biscuits are on us.
