Frequently Asked Questions

Steve speaks on resilience, mindset, culture, and performing at your best when the pressure is on. His keynotes address the real challenges teams and individuals face: staying focused when things fall apart, building cultures that hold up under stress, bouncing back from setbacks, and showing up at your best when it matters most. His eight signature keynotes cover everything from personal accountability and mental toughness to team performance and competitive differentiation. Each talk introduces focused principles and a practical next move, not generic motivation.

Steve typically books 3 to 6 months in advance, though some dates are available on shorter notice. If you have a specific date in mind, reach out early to confirm availability. High-demand seasons like Q1 kickoffs and fall conferences tend to fill fastest.

Yes. Every keynote is customized. Steve conducts a pre-event discovery call to understand your audience, industry challenges, and event goals. He tailors examples, language, and takeaways so the content feels directly relevant to the people in the room.

Speaking fees vary based on the event format and any add-on sessions like workshops or breakouts. Fees are quoted plus travel. Contact our team through the booking page to receive a custom quote for your event.

Steve uses a slide deck, a lapel or headset microphone, and a confidence monitor when available. A full technical rider is provided after booking with detailed specifications. He is flexible and experienced with a wide range of venue setups.

Yes. Steve delivers virtual keynotes with the same energy and engagement as his in-person events. He uses a professional studio setup with high-quality audio and video, and he builds in interactive elements to keep remote audiences engaged throughout.

Most keynotes run 45 to 60 minutes, though Steve can adjust timing based on your event schedule. Shorter 30-minute formats are available for packed agendas, and extended 90-minute sessions are available when combined with audience Q&A.

Absolutely. Steve is happy to stay for a moderated Q&A session, and he often stays to meet attendees, take photos, and continue conversations after the event. He believes the connections made after the keynote are just as valuable as the talk itself.

Yes. Steve offers half-day and full-day workshop formats that go deeper into selected Guide, Don't Drive principles and tools from his Human Performance operating system. These sessions are interactive and designed for teams that want hands-on application, not just inspiration. A keynote introduces focused principles; installing the complete Guide, Don't Drive operating system is a separate engagement.

Start by submitting an inquiry through the booking page. Steve's team will respond within one business day to discuss your event details, confirm availability, and provide a custom proposal. Once confirmed, you will receive a contract, technical rider, and pre-event questionnaire.

Steve brings current CEO experience to the stage, having built and led multiple companies through real pressure. His talks are grounded in lived experience, and the booking conversation gives planners a chance to test the topic, audience fit, and practical next move for their event.

Steve speaks at events nationwide and is available for select international engagements. Travel logistics are handled by his team to ensure a seamless experience for event planners. Reach out with your event location and we will confirm availability.