Pulitzer Prize-Winning New York Times Journalist & Bestselling Author of "The Power of Habit"
Charles Duhigg Biography
Charles Duhigg is the bestselling author of “The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business,” which explores the science of habit formation in our lives, companies and societies. His newest book, “Supercommunicators: The Power of Conversation and Hidden Language of Connection,” delivers a simple but powerful lesson: With the right tools, we can connect with anyone. His book “Smarter Faster Better: The Secrets of Being Productive in Life and Business” is a fascinating exploration of the science of productivity, and why, in today’s world, managing how you think—rather than what you think—can transform your life.
Duhigg's presentations are both descriptive and prescriptive, and speak to a wide range of groups from the fields of science, medicine, business and education.
Duhigg is a Pulitzer prize-winning investigative reporter for The New York Times Magazine. A former writer for The New York Times business section as well, he has authored or contributed to multiple series, including “The Reckoning” (2008), which studied the causes and outcomes of the financial crisis, and “The iEconomy”, which examined the global economy through the lens of Apple, and which won the 2013 Pulitzer Prize in explanatory journalism. He has also won the George Polk Award (2007), the Gerald Loeb Award (2008), the National Journalism Award (2009), was a Business News Visionary Award recipient (2020-2021), and other honors. Currently, Duhigg writes for The New Yorker and hosts the "How To!" podcast for Slate Magazine.
In addition to his reporting, Charles Duhigg is a regular contributor to television and radio, including the “Newshour with Jim Lehrer,” “Frontline,” “Dr. Oz” and various programs on CNBC and NPR. Before becoming a journalist, Duhigg worked in private equity and founded a health care company in his home state of New Mexico (and, for one terrifying day in 1999, was a bike messenger in San Francisco.) He is a graduate of the Harvard Business School and Yale College.
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Charles Duhigg Speaking Topics
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Supercommunicators: The Science of Conversation and Connection
Why do some conversations succeed — while others fail? How does communication work within our brains, our families, our workplaces and our communities? This is a book about what happens inside our minds when we open our mouths and ears — and the surprising and unexpected reasons so much goes right and wrong.
Audiences will learn about CIA officers trying to recruit spies, marriage counsellors helping couples, NASA psychologists hoping to pick astronaut candidates by testing who can ‘hear’ emotions, and how Netflix discussed internal controversies over race. How do supercommunicators do what they do, and what can we learn from them about bridging divides?
With actionable advice, and fascinating stories, this keynote shows why the ability to speak clearly and listen closely — to figure out what is really happening inside our brains as we communicate — can make the difference between life and death.
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The Secrets of Being Productive in Life and Business
Why do some conversations succeed — while others fail? How does communication work within our brains, our families, our workplaces and our communities? This is a book about what happens inside our minds when we open our mouths and ears — and the surprising and unexpected reasons so much goes right and wrong.
Audiences will learn about CIA officers trying to recruit spies, marriage counsellors helping couples, NASA psychologists hoping to pick astronaut candidates by testing who can ‘hear’ emotions, and how Netflix discussed internal controversies over race. How do supercommunicators do what they do, and what can we learn from them about bridging divides?
With actionable advice, and fascinating stories, this keynote shows why the ability to speak clearly and listen closely — to figure out what is really happening inside our brains as we communicate — can make the difference between life and death.
Charles Duhigg Videos
The Science Behind Dramatically Better Conversations | Charles Duhigg | TED
The key to deeply connecting with others is about more than just talking — it's about asking the right kinds of questions, says journalist and...
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Charles Duhigg is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Supercommunicators: The Science of Conversation and Connection, The Secrets of Being Productive in Life and Business, Agile Management & Commitment Cultures, Idea Brokers and Creative Desperation — Boosting the Creative Process, Big Data and Power of Habit. The estimated speaking fee range to book Charles Duhigg for your event is available upon request. Charles Duhigg generally travels from Santa Cruz, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are James Clear, Daymond John, Simon Sinek, Shawn Achor and Malcolm Gladwell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Charles Duhigg for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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