Star of MTV's "The Buried Life" & Co-Founder of The Buried Life Movement; New York Times Bestselling Author; Mental Health Advocate
Ben Nemtin Biography
Ben Nemtin helps teams find their purpose, adapt to change, and achieve big goals. Drawing from his journey of turning 100 “impossible” dreams into reality, he delivers practical insights and motivation that drives real growth. His message shows how purpose-fueled teams create a ripple effect that lasts far beyond the workplace.
Nemtin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of “What Do You Want to Do Before You Die? ”and "The Bucket List Journal." He is ranked the #4 Motivational Speaker in the World by Global Gurus and starred in "The Buried Life," MTV’s highest rated show on iTunes and Amazon. As the co-founder of The Buried Life movement, Nemtin’s message of radical possibility has been featured on the "TODAY" show, "The Oprah Winfrey Show," CNN, FOX, and NBC News. President Obama called Ben and The Buried Life “inspiration for a new generation” and Oprah declared their mission “truly inspiring.”
In his first year of university, Nemtin was unexpectedly hit with a depression that forced him to drop out of school. In an attempt to feel more alive again, he created the world’s greatest bucket list with his three best friends. They borrowed a rickety old RV and crisscrossed North America, achieving the unthinkable. And most importantly, every time they accomplished a dream, they helped a complete stranger cross something off their bucket list. From playing basketball with President Obama to having a beer with Prince Harry, from reuniting a father and son after seventeen years to surprising a young girl with a much-needed bionic arm — Nemtin’s message of radical possibility has inspired millions to unlock their true potential. He has achieved 96 of 100 dreams and he’s set to cross off “#100: Go to Space” next year.
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Ben Nemtin Speaking Topics
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The Change Advantage
*Turn Change into Your Greatest Catalyst
*In an era where change is the only constant, leaders face perhaps their most critical challenge: how do you build truly unshakeable teams that don’t merely survive disruption, but actively harness it as a catalyst for growth and competitive advantage?
Ben Nemtin’s message is forged in change. From depression and feeling stuck, to chasing 100 “impossible” goals, he learned something simple and powerful: you can’t control the world, but you can control your next step. And your next step is where momentum lives.
Ben teaches leaders how to focus on what they can control without draining energy on what’s outside their control, and how to help teams find stability in their purpose and values when everything else is shifting. He also shows why leading the whole person, not just the job title, and serving yourself first aren’t optional, but essential to guiding others through the storm.
This is not theory. It is a practical, story-driven blueprint for navigating real change, building stronger humans, and creating teams that move forward even when the plan changes.
Program Takeaways:
- Control the Controllables:A simple framework to protect focus, energy, and execution.
- Anchor Teams in Purpose and Values: Help teams find stability in their purpose, when everything else is shifting.
- Turn Uncertainty Into Opportunity: How to spot the upside that most people miss.
- Lead the Whole Person: Discover how to show up for people as humans first, building trust, resilience, and real buy-in.
- Serve Yourself to Lead Better: Tools to stay grounded, calm, and useful when pressure is high.
- Build Momentum Fast: Small actions that create confidence, even when the future is unclear.
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Make The Impossible Possible
What if “impossible” was just a mindset? Ben’s extraordinary journey—from debilitating depression to achieving 100 seemingly impossible dreams—reveals a powerful truth: impossible is merely a starting point.
Ben weaves the remarkable story of how The Buried Life grew from 100 impossible dreams into a global movement and connects his lessons to the fabric of our daily lives. His remarkable achievements—from creating a hit MTV show to playing basketball with President Obama, from becoming a #1 New York Times bestselling author to sharing beers with Prince Harry—weren’t a matter of luck. They were the result of a repeatable system, a blueprint for success that anyone can master.
This isn’t just inspiration—it’s a practical guide to achieving the extraordinary. Ben shares the exact framework that empowered his team to defy impossible odds, demonstrating how these principles can transform your biggest challenges into your greatest triumphs. He reveals how small, consistent actions compound like interest, generating unstoppable momentum that turns seemingly impossible goals into inevitable successes.
Ben establishes an undeniable truth: personal growth fuels professional growth, which drives organizational success. Through his journey of completing seemingly insurmountable dreams, he demonstrates that purpose is the fuel that ignites the impossible and giving back is the catalyst that multiplies your impact exponentially.
PROGRAM TAKEAWAYS
- Master the Impossible: Learn Ben’s proven ‘5 Steps to Impossible’ framework and turn ambition into reality.
- Fuel Your Momentum: Discover how purpose-driven action creates unstoppable momentum.
- Build a Resilient Team: Forge a high-performing team by connecting individual fulfilment with organizational success, creating a culture where everyone thrives.
- Accelerate Your Growth Through Giving: Experience the transformative power of helping others and discover how it fuels your own personal and professional growth.
- Unlock Radical Possibility: Embrace a growth mindset and break free from the limitations of “impossible”.
- Amplify Your Impact: Unite your team around a shared purpose and create a ripple effect of positive change that extends far beyond your immediate goals.
Ben Nemtin Videos
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Author & Co-Creator of MTV's THE BURIED LIFE. Ben Nemtin is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of What Do You Want To Do Before You ...
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Ben Nemtin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Change Advantage, Make The Impossible Possible, Powered By Purpose and From Burnout to Balance . The estimated speaking fee range to book Ben Nemtin for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Ben Nemtin generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Zack Kass, Eric Boles, Daymond John, Jelly Roll and Rocky Bleier. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ben Nemtin for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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