Alain de Botton
Keynote Speaker: Bestselling Author, Founder of The School of Life, Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et Lettres
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Alain de Botton Biography
Alain de Botton was born in Zurich, Switzerland in 1969 and now resides in London. He is a writer known for his essayistic books that delve into the philosophy of everyday life. He has explored themes such as love, travel, architecture, and literature in his works, connecting these subjects to both personal and societal well-being. His books, including "The Consolations of Philosophy" and "The Pleasures and Sorrows of Work," have been bestsellers in 30 countries.
In addition to his writing, de Botton founded The School of Life, which is dedicated to developing emotional intelligence through the teachings of philosophy. He also established Living Architecture, an organization that collaborates with leading architects to build holiday homes in the UK. He has been recognized for his contributions to culture and literature with several awards, including being made a Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et Lettres by France.
De Botton's engagement with the public includes delivering a TED talk titled "A Kinder, Gentler Philosophy of Success," which has been viewed over one million times. His thought-provoking approach has also been adapted into documentary formats for television, with his books "Status Anxiety" and "The Consolations of Philosophy" being featured on PBS. His latest published work from September 2019 is "The School of Life: An Emotional Education," a collection of essays that encapsulates the philosophical teachings of The School of Life.
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Alain de Botton Speaking Topics
Philosophy is often seen as a dry and obscure subject, but in this talk, Alain de Botton shows how the great philosophers remain important guides to our contemporary lives. Taking in great names from Socrates to Nietzsche, this talk will inform as well as heal. Based on the bestselling book, The Consolations of Philosophy.
Drawing on his acclaimed book, The Pleasures and Sorrows of Work, Alain de Botton considers what makes the modern workplace so challenging, how we strive to find meaning in what we do, and why colleagues is both infuriating and hugely important. Mixing history, psychology and philosophy, this is a talk to console and inspire.
Based on a legendary TED talk (downloaded 1million times), Alain de Botton discusses our ideas of success in the modern world, and argues that we're perhaps all both more and less successful than we tend to think. An entertaining, wise and witty tour around the pressure to be 'a success'.
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What topics does Alain de Botton speak about?
Alain de Botton is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Environment, Entrepreneurship, Disruptive Thinking, Faith & Religion, Futurism, Cybersecurity, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Generational Issues, Aging, Technology, Inspirational, Philosophy, Journalism, Literary, Motivational and Culture.
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Alain de Botton generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Alain de Botton is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Authors, Environment and Entrepreneurship. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Alain de Botton generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sir Richard Branson, Ray Kurzweil and Parag Khanna. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Alain de Botton for an upcoming event.
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The Consolations of Philosophy
Philosophy is often seen as a dry and obscure subject, but in this talk, Alain de Botton shows how the great philosophers remain important guides to our contemporary lives. Taking in great names from Socrates to Nietzsche, this talk will inform as well as heal. Based on the bestselling book, The Consolations of Philosophy.
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The Modern World of Work
Drawing on his acclaimed book, The Pleasures and Sorrows of Work, Alain de Botton considers what makes the modern workplace so challenging, how we strive to find meaning in what we do, and why colleagues is both infuriating and hugely important. Mixing history, psychology and philosophy, this is a talk to console and inspire.
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A Kinder, Gentler Philosophy of Success
Based on a legendary TED talk (downloaded 1million times), Alain de Botton discusses our ideas of success in the modern world, and argues that we're perhaps all both more and less successful than we tend to think. An entertaining, wise and witty tour around the pressure to be 'a success'.
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How do I book Alain de Botton to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Alain de Botton for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Alain de Botton, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Alain de Botton, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Alain de Botton speak about?
Alain de Botton is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Environment, Entrepreneurship, Disruptive Thinking, Faith & Religion, Futurism, Cybersecurity, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Generational Issues, Aging, Technology, Inspirational, Philosophy, Journalism, Literary, Motivational and Culture. -
Where does Alain de Botton travel from?
Alain de Botton generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Alain de Botton?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Alain de Botton for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Alain de Botton for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Alain de Botton or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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