Jon Gordon

Jon Gordon

Keynote Speaker: Best-Selling Author, Expert in Positive Leadership, Team Building Specialist

Jon Gordon Biography

Jon Gordon is a best-selling author and motivational speaker whose books and talks have inspired a global audience. He has authored 28 books, including 15 bestsellers and 5 children's books. Among his acclaimed works are "The Energy Bus," which has sold over 3 million copies, and "The Carpenter," recognized as a top 5 business book of the year. His other notable titles include "Training Camp," "The Power of Positive Leadership," "The Power of a Positive Team," "The Coffee Bean," "Stay Positive," "The Garden," "Relationship Grit," and his latest, "The One Truth."

Gordon's principles have been effectively applied by a diverse range of organizations including Fortune 500 companies, professional and college sports teams, school districts, hospitals, and non-profits. His clients feature prominent names such as The Los Angeles Dodgers, In-N-Out Burger, The Los Angeles Rams, Campbell Soup, Dell, Publix, Southwest Airlines, The Chicago Bulls, Miami Heat, The Colorado Rockies, Truist Bank, Clemson Football, Northwestern Mutual, Bayer, West Point Academy and more. His insights have also been featured on major media platforms including The Today Show, CNN, CNBC, The Golf Channel, Fox and Friends, and across various magazines and newspapers.

Holding a Bachelor's degree from Cornell University and a Masters in Teaching from Emory University, Gordon continues to contribute to the field of leadership and team building through his training and consulting company. They are dedicated to fostering positive leadership, organizations, and teams worldwide.

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Jon Gordon Speaking Topics

Training Camp: What the Best do Better than Everyone Else.

Have you ever wondered what makes someone great in their field of work? Based on his work with professional sports teams, world-class organizations, and interviews with top professionals in a wide variety of fields, Jon Gordon discovered that the best of the best share a number of similar characteristics. There is a formula for success. There are habits that the best do that others don’t and things that they do better than everyone else. There is a way that the best of the best approach their life and work and craft that differentiates themselves from others. This formula is predictable, repeatable and a process anyone can follow. In this inspirational keynote Jon shares invaluable wisdom, deep insights and proven strategies on what it takes to bring out the best in yourself and your team. Whether you play sports or the piano or work with numbers, a computer or a scalpel, these lessons apply to everyone who must climb the mountain before reaching its peak.

SOUP: A Recipe to Nourish Your Team and Culture

Get ready to stir the pot and discover a proven recipe to build a winning team and create a culture of greatness. In this powerful, nourishing and humorous presentation Jon Gordon shares the key ingredients to lead, unite, and engage your team. If you are ready to stir the pot, lead by your example, boost morale and create engaged relationships that foster teamwork and enhance performance then this Soup is for you and your team.

Create a Culture of Greatness in your School

Based on his best-selling books, personal experience as a teacher and his work with countless principals and school districts, Jon Gordon presents a proven road-map filled with essential strategies to create a positive school and build a culture of greatness. At a time when many educators are experiencing change and challenges Jon shares inspirational stories, innovative ideas and practical strategies for positive leadership, winning teamwork and inspired teaching.

The No Complaining Rule

In this inspiring and timely talk Jon reveals a powerful way to tackle the biggest problem in business and life today… negativity. It costs organizations billions of dollars and impacts the morale, productivity and health of individuals and teams. Based on an actual company that created and implemented The No Complaining Rule, Jon shares innovative ideas and practical strategies to develop positive leaders, organizations and teams. For managers, team leaders or anyone looking to turn negative energy into positive solutions, Jon shares powerful principles and an actionable plan to win the battle against individual and organizational negativity. When you implement The No Complaining Rule you’ll spend less time and energy on problems and more time focused on solutions.

The Energy Bus - 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy

Based on his international best-selling book, The Energy Bus, Jon Gordon presents a powerful roadmap to overcome common life and work obstacles and bring out the best in yourself and your team. Everyone faces challenges and every person, organization, company and team will have to overcome negativity and adversity to define themselves and create their success. Whether you are a leader looking to build a positive culture, a manager trying to energize and engage your team, or someone who desires to enhance your productivity and performance this talk will help you create more success and enjoy the ride of your life.

Jon Gordon Videos

Find Your Purpose | With Jon Gordon
Jon Gordon: The Power of Positive Leadership
Jon Gordon - Bestselling Author and Speaker

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How much does it cost to book Jon Gordon for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Jon Gordon, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jon Gordon are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jon Gordon, 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 Jon Gordon speak about?

Jon Gordon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Personal Growth, Authors, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Education, Motivational, Leadership, Energy, Overcoming Adversity and Corporate Culture.

Where does Jon Gordon travel from?

Jon Gordon generally travels from Ponte Vedra, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Jon Gordon?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jon Gordon 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 Jon Gordon 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 Jon Gordon 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.


Jon Gordon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Inspirational, Personal Growth and Authors. The estimated speaking fee range to book Jon Gordon for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $30,000 - $50,000. Jon Gordon generally travels from Ponte Vedra, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Carey Lohrenz, Erica Dhawan and John "GUCCI" Foley. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Jon Gordon for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Jon Gordon Speaking Topics

  • Training Camp: What the Best do Better than Everyone Else.

    Have you ever wondered what makes someone great in their field of work? Based on his work with professional sports teams, world-class organizations, and interviews with top professionals in a wide variety of fields, Jon Gordon discovered that the best of the best share a number of similar characteristics. There is a formula for success. There are habits that the best do that others don’t and things that they do better than everyone else. There is a way that the best of the best approach their life and work and craft that differentiates themselves from others. This formula is predictable, repeatable and a process anyone can follow. In this inspirational keynote Jon shares invaluable wisdom, deep insights and proven strategies on what it takes to bring out the best in yourself and your team. Whether you play sports or the piano or work with numbers, a computer or a scalpel, these lessons apply to everyone who must climb the mountain before reaching its peak.

  • SOUP: A Recipe to Nourish Your Team and Culture

    Get ready to stir the pot and discover a proven recipe to build a winning team and create a culture of greatness. In this powerful, nourishing and humorous presentation Jon Gordon shares the key ingredients to lead, unite, and engage your team. If you are ready to stir the pot, lead by your example, boost morale and create engaged relationships that foster teamwork and enhance performance then this Soup is for you and your team.

  • Create a Culture of Greatness in your School

    Based on his best-selling books, personal experience as a teacher and his work with countless principals and school districts, Jon Gordon presents a proven road-map filled with essential strategies to create a positive school and build a culture of greatness. At a time when many educators are experiencing change and challenges Jon shares inspirational stories, innovative ideas and practical strategies for positive leadership, winning teamwork and inspired teaching.

  • The No Complaining Rule

    In this inspiring and timely talk Jon reveals a powerful way to tackle the biggest problem in business and life today… negativity. It costs organizations billions of dollars and impacts the morale, productivity and health of individuals and teams. Based on an actual company that created and implemented The No Complaining Rule, Jon shares innovative ideas and practical strategies to develop positive leaders, organizations and teams. For managers, team leaders or anyone looking to turn negative energy into positive solutions, Jon shares powerful principles and an actionable plan to win the battle against individual and organizational negativity. When you implement The No Complaining Rule you’ll spend less time and energy on problems and more time focused on solutions.

  • The Energy Bus - 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy

    Based on his international best-selling book, The Energy Bus, Jon Gordon presents a powerful roadmap to overcome common life and work obstacles and bring out the best in yourself and your team. Everyone faces challenges and every person, organization, company and team will have to overcome negativity and adversity to define themselves and create their success. Whether you are a leader looking to build a positive culture, a manager trying to energize and engage your team, or someone who desires to enhance your productivity and performance this talk will help you create more success and enjoy the ride of your life.

Jon Gordon Videos

Find Your Purpose | With Jon Gordon
Jon Gordon: The Power of Positive Leadership
Jon Gordon - Bestselling Author and Speaker
Fuel your life with positive energy: Jon Gordon
Jon Gordon: Your Purpose is Greater than the Challenges - YouTube

Jon Gordon Reviews

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  • How do I book Jon Gordon to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Jon Gordon for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Jon Gordon, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Jon Gordon or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Jon Gordon for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Jon Gordon, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Jon Gordon are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $30,000 - $50,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Jon Gordon, 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 Jon Gordon speak about?

    Jon Gordon is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Inspirational, Personal Growth, Authors, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Education, Motivational, Leadership, Energy, Overcoming Adversity and Corporate Culture.
  • Where does Jon Gordon travel from?

    Jon Gordon generally travels from Ponte Vedra, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Jon Gordon?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Jon Gordon 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 Jon Gordon 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 Jon Gordon 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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