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Seize the Play:
10 Ways Play Accelerates Performance

Play isn't a distraction from serious work—it's one of the fastest ways to improve it. In this high-energy talk, Tim shares 10 proven ideas that show how play unlocks deep focus (flow), stronger collaboration, and breakthrough thinking. Drawing on decades of real-world creative work—along with insights around flow and reciprocity—Tim gives audiences practical tools they can immediately apply to solve problems faster, work better together, and generate more innovative ideas.

Compelling Connections:
Why What You Transmit Matters

Every interaction shapes culture—whether we intend it or not. In this moving and thought-provoking talk, Tim helps audiences understand how influence actually works, and how small, everyday behaviors can strengthen trust, connection, and impact. Check out the first minute of Compelling Connections.

GO DIRECTLY TO FAIL:
End Fear of Failure for Breakthrough Innovation

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Failure isn't the opposite of success—it's the path to it. Through humorous stories from iconic brands and practical insights from behavioral science, Tim helps audiences reframe failure as a strategic advantage rather than a setback.

Tim customizes every presentation to meet your goals, audience, and industry. Together, you'll design an experience that delivers practical, playful takeaways your team can use immediately.

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