Shawn Achor is a positive psychology researcher, bestselling author, and keynote speaker known for translating behavioral science into practical strategies that improve performance, resilience, and wellbeing. After graduating magna cum laude from Harvard and earning a master’s degree from Harvard Divinity School, he spent 12 years at Harvard University researching and teaching, earning multiple distinguished teaching awards along the way.
Achor is the author of New York Times bestsellers including The Happiness Advantage, Before Happiness, and Big Potential, and his work focuses on the idea that happiness and social connection are leading indicators of success, not just the result of it. His research and writing explore how mindsets, habits, and... Read More
Shawn Achor is a positive psychology researcher, bestselling author, and keynote speaker known for translating behavioral science into practical strategies that improve performance, resilience, and wellbeing. After graduating magna cum laude from Harvard and earning a master’s degree from Harvard Divinity School, he spent 12 years at Harvard University researching and teaching, earning multiple distinguished teaching awards along the way.
Achor is the author of New York Times bestsellers including The Happiness Advantage, Before Happiness, and Big Potential, and his work focuses on the idea that happiness and social connection are leading indicators of success, not just the result of it. His research and writing explore how mindsets, habits, and relationships shape outcomes at work, in leadership, and in everyday life, offering frameworks that are easy to remember and even easier to apply.
As a sought-after keynote speaker and workshop leader, Achor has delivered programs in 50+ countries and worked with organizations ranging from global enterprises to education and public-sector audiences. His talks are known for being high-energy, research-backed, and humor-forward, blending storytelling with clear takeaways that help teams build a more positive culture, strengthen engagement, and perform better under pressure.
Achor is also the founder of GoodThink Inc., which helps organizations put positive psychology into action through keynotes, training, and behavior-change strategies. He is widely recognized for his TED talk on the science of happiness and productivity, and he continues to advise leaders on how to create the conditions where people can thrive and results can follow.
Read LessTo book Shawn Achor for a speaking engagement, submit an inquiry through VaynerSpeakers. Our team will confirm availability, discuss your event goals, and guide you through the booking process from start to finish.
VaynerSpeakers works with Shawn Achor as a speaking agent and speakers bureau for keynote speaking engagements. Our team can share Shawn Achor’s speaking fee, availability, and booking details for conferences and corporate events.
Shawn Achor’s fee range is between $40,000 – $75,000, depending on the details of the event. For the most accurate and up-to-date pricing, contact VaynerSpeakers.
Yes. Shawn Achor is available for virtual events, including keynote presentations, fireside chats, and moderated conversations for remote or global audiences.