Most Requested Keynotes
⚡️ All-time most requested session ⚡️
The Cure for Stupidity: Using Brain Science to Explain Irrational Behavior
Understanding Why They Don’t Understand You
Economists tell us that given the opportunity, people will behave rationally. If you’re anything like me, you have countless examples DAILY of people behaving irrationally! What would the world look like if we could cure the stupidity around us? Imagine freedom from frustration. Imagine the peace. This session, based on Eric M. Bailey’s bestselling book, can fix that. This session can change your life.
“I go to a LOT of these, and I’ve never experienced anything like Eric! I laughed! I learned! I honestly didn’t want it to end! ”
🌟 Top-3 fastest rising topics of 2026 🌟
The Brain Science of AI: The Power of Human Connection in an Increasingly Artificial World
AI is everywhere, quickly becoming a ubiquitous framework that permeates our conferences and conversations. But for as long as we have been engaging with and managing people, understanding the human experience has been the key differentiator. As AI and digital technology are increasingly occupying our communication channels, the ability to truly connect with people is increasingly important. Connecting with people more, not less, is the path to success. Let's explore the brain science of working isolation vs. collaborative environments. Let's discover the real reason 84% of Americans are more frustrated and lonely now than they were just a decade ago. Let's engage in a session that is designed by a human to help humans connect with humans.
“Please bring him back every year!!!!!! What an amazing keynote!!!! This is my second time seeing Eric and it was even more amazing than the last time. Always enjoy learning from Him. ”
🌟 Top-3 fastest rising topics of 2026 🌟
Change vs. The Brain: A New Conversation on Change Management
It is not news that the world is changing, but the rate of change is changing exponentially. We are at a point in time where technology and expectations are changing faster than humans can adapt to change.
Most organizations treat change as a logistical hurdle, but Eric reveals it is actually a neuro-biological one. When we introduce rapid shifts, our brains instinctively trigger 'defensive perception,' leading to the friction, fatigue, and resistance that stall even the best-laid plans.
This session moves beyond standard management theory to give your team a tactical understanding of how to lead humans through change. By leveraging the principles of brain science, participants will learn how to overcome the brain’s natural 'threat' response, transforming collective anxiety into competitive agility. Your team won't just learn to endure change; they will learn to master it.
“My favorite session! I laughed, I thought, I recognized what I could improve on and I started to realize...I’m not always right (unless my partner ever reads this...then I am!) Eric is an incredible speaker and so engaging. I took away a lot especially around perception. Thank you!”
I Think Therefore I Err
Overcoming the natural barriers to communication
Overcoming the natural barriers to achievement
Overcoming the natural barriers to leadership
There are two things that get in the way of our success when dealing with other people: Our Mouths and Our Brains.
If not for those two things… In this session we will learn to recognize the natural human reactions that cause upset, frustration, and interpersonal tension.
“Honestly, I laughed more in your keynote than I did at the hired comedian last night! We had such a fun time learning such an important message! Thank you!”
🏅 INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED, AWARD-WINNING SESSION 🏅
WHOLLY SHIFT: Completely Changing The Conversation on Bias, Diversity, Privilege and Inclusion Using Brain Science
Every organization is becoming increasingly focused on the topic of “Diversity” and/or “Inclusion.” However, research indicates that most diversity training doesn’t work. In this session, we will learn to recognize and overcome the most common brain science hurdles to effective diversity and inclusion training so that we can finally make a meaningful impact on your organization.
Session Feedback
“I never thought I’d say this after a 2 hour session… but I didn’t want it to end!”
“I’ve never felt comfortable to share my honest opinions in a Diversity session before. For the first time, I feel like I could be a part of the conversation.”
“We live in a rural community, and weren’t looking forward to this. AT ALL. But I have to say, this was honestly, really good.”
“Great, now I don’t have any excuses for inaction! Seriously though, this was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced.”
“I actually had fun! I’ve been to SO many ‘Diversity’ training sessions before and never would have thought I’d be saying that I had fun. But honestly, it was fun, and I learned a lot.”
“Eric has a unique way of connecting his audience to complex content through universally relatable situations and exercises. I’ve never seen anything like it!”
We’ve been having the WRONG Conversation about Young People
Revisiting a Conversation Generations in the Making
Young people are _________. The first thing that comes to mind is probably something negative (entitled, lazy, tech-obsessed) or possibly something positive (creative, empowered, principle-driven). Either way, if this is the conversation you’re having about young people, you’re having the wrong conversation. This session will dive deep into how the Millennial/Gen-Z conversation is an analogy to our divided society and we will look at why we call them “Millennials” or “Gen Z” in the first place (hint, it’s to help identify us vs. them).
🌟 Top-3 fastest rising topics of 2026 🌟
Not Another Team Building!: Trust, Empathy, and the Pursuit of Teamwork
Organizations waste so much time and money doing “team building” exercises in hopes that a ropes course or a trust fall will be powerful enough to combat the real culture deficiencies like a lack of trust, communication errors, and work ethic. This session will explore and leverage the brain science that leads to highly functional teams.
“I went out on a limb and brought my entire executive team to this conference. It was expensive (as you can imagine). Even if we didn’t see another session, but only got to see you, the cost was 100% worth it! Thank you!”
Custom Topics
Let Eric and the BSIG work with your team to understand the real needs of your audience. What are they struggling with silently? What are they dealing with publicly? What do the want? What do they need? At our core, our work is based on educational design and audience experience. We will create the perfect session with you.
