Inspirational Speaker & Breakthrough Strategist; Author of "Do the Unright Thing: Memoir of a People Pleaser"
Steve Fredlund Biography
Steve Fredlund is an award-winning keynote speaker, two-time TEDx presenter, and bestselling author of "Do the Unright Thing: Memoir of a People Pleaser." With a background spanning three decades as an actuary, executive, entrepreneur, and nonprofit founder, Fredlund brings a rare blend of analytical insight and heartfelt storytelling to every stage.
His journey took an unexpected turn after leading humanitarian efforts in East Africa, where he gained profound insights into life and leadership—and realized that doing everything “right” isn’t what leads to fulfillment or impact. That revelation sparked his mission to help others discover what he calls the Courage Advantage™—the everyday courage to move beyond expectation, lead with authenticity, and live in alignment with what truly matters.
Through his proprietary frameworks and powerful keynotes, Fredlund equips leaders and teams to navigate change, strengthen connection, and perform with greater purpose and impact.
Known for his laugh-out-loud humor, relatable storytelling, and ability to make complex ideas simple, Fredlund has inspired audiences across Fortune 500 companies, healthcare systems, credit unions, nonprofits, and global communities. Offstage, he enjoys disc golf, poker, and enduring the highs and heartbreaks of Minnesota sports.
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Steve Fredlund Speaking Topics
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The Courage Advantage™: Unlocking Leadership Potential in Times of Change
In a world that won’t stop shifting, even the most capable leaders are struggling to perform at their very best and effectively navigate the uncertainty around them. In this inspiring and practical keynote, Steve Fredlund introduces The Courage Advantage™, a proven framework for unlocking greater impact and resilience through everyday courage. With constant humor, impactful stories, and actionable insights, Steve shows how courageous leadership strengthens trust, clarity, and connection. Audiences leave with renewed energy and a clear path to lead boldly through uncertainty.
Key Takeaways:
- Lead with everyday courage. Learn how to turn ordinary moments into courageous decisions that build trust and resilience.
- Find clarity in chaos. Apply a simple model to lead decisively through uncertainty and constant change.
- Unlock your full potential. Equip yourself and your team to show up with confidence, connection, and renewed energy.
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High-Impact Teams: How Alignment and Connection Drive Performance
Despite decades of effort, many organizations still struggle to boost engagement and performance. The problem isn’t effort—it’s focus. Drawing on his experience as an actuary and workforce analytics leader, Steve Fredlund reveals surprising research that shows the strongest teams aren’t defined by talent or benefits, but by alignment (to mission and values) and connection (to one another). Through data, storytelling, and humor, Steve helps leaders build cultures where people belong, believe, and bring their best every day.
Key Takeaways:
- Redefine what drives results. Discover why alignment and connection—not pay or perks—create lasting engagement.
- Build belonging and belief. Strengthen cultures where people feel seen, valued, and united by shared purpose.
- Turn insight into action. Use practical tools to align individuals with mission, values, and each other for measurable performance gains.
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What topics does Steve Fredlund speak about?
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Steve Fredlund is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Courage Advantage™: Unlocking Leadership Potential in Times of Change, High-Impact Teams: How Alignment and Connection Drive Performance, The Safari Way: A Roadmap to Fulfillment and Impact, Covered in Should: A Humorous Look at the Journey from Being Right to Being Extraordinary and The Curiosity Effect: Replacing Assumption with Intention. The estimated speaking fee range to book Steve Fredlund for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Steve Fredlund generally travels from Minneapolis, MN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jane Fonda, Lane Gardner, Alyssa Dver, Adam Markel and Cassandra Worthy. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Steve Fredlund for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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