Rasmus Hougaard

Rasmus Hougaard

Keynote Speaker: Founder & CEO of Potential Project, Leadership Author, Thinkers 50 Honoree

Rasmus Hougaard Biography

Rasmus Hougaard is the founder and CEO of Potential Project and the author of the ground-breaking and best-selling books “The Mind of the Leader” and "Compassionate Leadership: How to Do Hard Things in a Human Way", both published by Harvard Business Review Press.

Rasmus is recognized by Thinkers 50 as one of the eight most important leadership thinkers globally. With over 15 years of experience advising Fortune 500 CEOs and their executive teams, he specializes in human-centric leadership, advising organizations on unlocking their full potential for sustainable success. He writes for Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Business Insider, and his insights are informed by large-scale research involving more than 35,000 leaders across thousands of companies in over 100 countries.

A renowned keynote speaker and leadership developer, Hougaard coaches C-suite executives at major global organizations such as IKEA, Accenture, Wal-Mart, and Unilever. His keynote speeches often cover topics such as Compassionate Leadership, Business Transformation, and Mindful Leadership, providing actionable takeaways on mastering the mind for peak performance and cultivating high-performing teams. His past speaking engagements include significant events like HBR Live, Mindful Leadership Summit, USA, and the Global Peter Drucker Forum.

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Rasmus Hougaard Speaking Topics

Compassionate Leadership: How to Do Hard Things in a Human Way

Many leaders think they need to choose between being a good human being or tough, effective leader. But this dichotomy is false. Leaders who combine business wisdom with human compassion drive the highest levels of employee engagement, loyalty, resilience and performance. Leveraging research, stories, and key insights from Rasmus' HBR book, "Compassionate Leadership", this talk will help you navigate tough conversations, crises, and other leadership challenges with empathy and care for your people. Discover eye-opening research about the benefits of compassionate leadership, assess your capabilities, and enhance your own leadership with a memorable framework and practical tips.

Overcoming Ego to Unleash Growth and Innovation

As we rise in the ranks as leaders, we’re at increased risk of developing an inflated ego. Among many downsides, an inflated ego squashes growth and innovation. It can lead us to resist helpful criticism, hold confirmation bias, and prevent others from contributing meaningfully. Fortunately, we can break free from the seductive grip of the ego. In this engaging session, you will reflect on the ego’s role in leadership, understand important research, hear inspiring stories about unleashing growth and innovation by overcoming the ego, and gain practical tips as well as a powerful long-term strategy to develop a more innovative mind and step out of your own way to unleash the power of your people.

Develop Mental Agility to Survive and Thrive in Turbulent Times

How do leaders navigate the complex maze of today’s business reality amid the continuing haze of uncertainty? By developing mental agility. We can develop the dual superpowers of laser-focus and big-picture thinking, while overcoming the brain’s tendency towards distraction and tunnel-vision. With laser-focus, we pay attention to critical details and execute efficiently. With big-picture thinking, we think strategically and see new opportunities. While our brains are not wired for agility, we can train our minds. In this informative and engaging session, you will understand why training in mental agility is just as important as training in agile processes and methods, develop greater focus, enhance strategic thinking, and learn strategies, backed by neuroscience, to foster mental agility as a leader.

Rasmus Hougaard Videos

HBR Webinar January 2022: Compassionate Leadership
Rasmus Hougaard - Potential Project | Unplugged with Joel aan 't ...
The Mind of the Leader at IMD Business School

How do I book Rasmus Hougaard to speak at my event?

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How much does it cost to book Rasmus Hougaard for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Rasmus Hougaard, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Rasmus Hougaard are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Rasmus Hougaard, 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 Rasmus Hougaard speak about?

Rasmus Hougaard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Corporate Culture, Ethics & Integrity, Corporate Strategy, Human Resources, Health, Men's Health, Mental Health, Women's Health, Fitness, Consulting, Leadership, Business Leadership, Thought Leadership, Authors, Teamwork & Teambuilding and Inspirational.

Where does Rasmus Hougaard travel from?

Rasmus Hougaard generally travels from Copenhagen, Denmark and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Rasmus Hougaard?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Rasmus Hougaard 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 Rasmus Hougaard for your next private or corporate function.

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Rasmus Hougaard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Corporate Culture, Ethics & Integrity and Corporate Strategy. The estimated speaking fee range to book Rasmus Hougaard for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Rasmus Hougaard generally travels from Copenhagen, Denmark and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Erica Dhawan, Adrian Gostick and Steven Van Cohen. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Rasmus Hougaard for an upcoming event.

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

Rasmus Hougaard Speaking Topics

  • Compassionate Leadership: How to Do Hard Things in a Human Way

    Many leaders think they need to choose between being a good human being or tough, effective leader. But this dichotomy is false. Leaders who combine business wisdom with human compassion drive the highest levels of employee engagement, loyalty, resilience and performance. Leveraging research, stories, and key insights from Rasmus' HBR book, "Compassionate Leadership", this talk will help you navigate tough conversations, crises, and other leadership challenges with empathy and care for your people. Discover eye-opening research about the benefits of compassionate leadership, assess your capabilities, and enhance your own leadership with a memorable framework and practical tips.

  • Overcoming Ego to Unleash Growth and Innovation

    As we rise in the ranks as leaders, we’re at increased risk of developing an inflated ego. Among many downsides, an inflated ego squashes growth and innovation. It can lead us to resist helpful criticism, hold confirmation bias, and prevent others from contributing meaningfully. Fortunately, we can break free from the seductive grip of the ego. In this engaging session, you will reflect on the ego’s role in leadership, understand important research, hear inspiring stories about unleashing growth and innovation by overcoming the ego, and gain practical tips as well as a powerful long-term strategy to develop a more innovative mind and step out of your own way to unleash the power of your people.

  • Develop Mental Agility to Survive and Thrive in Turbulent Times

    How do leaders navigate the complex maze of today’s business reality amid the continuing haze of uncertainty? By developing mental agility. We can develop the dual superpowers of laser-focus and big-picture thinking, while overcoming the brain’s tendency towards distraction and tunnel-vision. With laser-focus, we pay attention to critical details and execute efficiently. With big-picture thinking, we think strategically and see new opportunities. While our brains are not wired for agility, we can train our minds. In this informative and engaging session, you will understand why training in mental agility is just as important as training in agile processes and methods, develop greater focus, enhance strategic thinking, and learn strategies, backed by neuroscience, to foster mental agility as a leader.

Rasmus Hougaard Videos

HBR Webinar January 2022: Compassionate Leadership
Rasmus Hougaard - Potential Project | Unplugged with Joel aan 't ...
The Mind of the Leader at IMD Business School
  • How do I book Rasmus Hougaard to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Rasmus Hougaard 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 Rasmus Hougaard, 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 Rasmus Hougaard or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Rasmus Hougaard for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Rasmus Hougaard, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Rasmus Hougaard are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Rasmus Hougaard, 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 Rasmus Hougaard speak about?

  • Where does Rasmus Hougaard travel from?

    Rasmus Hougaard generally travels from Copenhagen, Denmark and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Rasmus Hougaard?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Rasmus Hougaard 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 Rasmus Hougaard 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 Rasmus Hougaard 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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