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Keynote SpeakerPaul Rulkens

The High Performance Mastermind

Paul Rulkens is a global keynote speaker, doing over 20 keynotes per year. He has spoken in 12 countries, on three continents, often to global corporate audiences of 500 people or more. His clients have included companies such as McKinsey, KPMG, Siemens, DSM, Novartis, UBER, SHELL, ASML, DuPont, Exxon Mobil,... Read more

Popular Talks

  • How successful engineers become great business leaders
  • The Psychology of Innovation – How to innovate when you’re already on top of your game
  • Secrets of Strategic Quitting - How to Thrive in Turbulent Times
  • Leaving the Field Behind – How the best get better
  • The Lean Mean Execution Machine – Why you don’t have to be ill to get better

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Biography

Paul Rulkens is a global keynote speaker, doing over 20 keynotes per year. He has spoken in 12 countries, on three continents, often to global corporate audiences of 500 people or more. His clients have included companies such as McKinsey, KPMG, Siemens, DSM, Novartis, UBER, SHELL, ASML, DuPont, Exxon Mobil, Johnson & Johnson, and Bosch.

Paul Rulkens is an expert in strategic high performance. His most requested speaking topics cover the secrets of consistent execution, fast innovation, effective leadership, growth focus, and seamless teamwork. His popular TED talks have been watched by more than six million people.

Originally trained as a chemical engineer and with more than 20 years of experience in various corporate leadership roles, Paul’s work is based on deep knowledge and extensive experience in the practical business applications of behavioral psychology, neuroscience and, especially, common sense. His two business books – The Power of Preeminence and How Successful Engineers Become Great Business Leaders – are used frequently by others at professional training and development sessions all over the world.

Rulkens’ solid background as a scientist and corporate executive, combined with his training as a stand-up comedian, make his keynotes both substantive and hilarious.

"Paul’s key note address at our international management conference was a resounding success. We had asked him to give the group something to think and talk about during the conference. Weeks later, we are still hearing references to his talk on Strategic Acceleration. Worthwhile points, delivered in an entertaining and memorable way, have staying power. " Erik Oostwegel, Chairman of the Executive Board, Royal HaskoningDHV
"Paul, I wanted to thank you for coming to join us in Barcelona last week and for your excellent keynote speech. Your topic of innovation was positioned exactly right in the context of our overall agenda priorities. And your anecdotes and humour were just terrific." Stephen Hall, Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company
"Paul has a very clear and down-to-earth approach how to accelerate high performance organisations. His undoubtable scientific knowledge combined with his typical sense of humour, will give you a clear and practical view on how you can simply make a difference the very next day. He will boost you with positive ideas and will leave you with a friendly smile." Arjan van Oosten, Partner Grant Thornton
Paul’s contribution to the Ordina Open Innovation Days was insightful, constructive and even provocative. The combination of powerful insights into human behaviour and humor gave the audience food for thought and created lively discussions. Paul’s presentation was fun and created a lot of energy as he connects and interacts well with the audience. Stepan Breedveld, CEO Ordina

Popular Talks by Paul Rulkens

  • How successful engineers become great business leaders

    How can you accelerate your business career as an executive, manager, or professional with an engineering background? The road to business success for leaders with engineering backgrounds is common and predictable, but not always obvious: There is a method to the madness. This talk is full of thought-provoking insights, practical…

  • The Psychology of Innovation – How to innovate when you’re already on top of your game

    One of the biggest business myths is that innovation is expensive, takes a lot of time, and involves huge risks. What if most successful innovations are actually cheap, fast, and almost risk free? In this popular talk, Paul will discuss an intriguing, practical, and proven approach to make high performance…

  • Secrets of Strategic Quitting - How to Thrive in Turbulent Times

    What’s the big secret to take back control in turbulent times and turn uncertainty into opportunity? The answer is strategic quitting: A systematic approach to take out everything which makes you fragile and become much more robust in the process. In this thought-provoking talk, Paul will discuss radical, but highly…

  • Leaving the Field Behind – How the best get better

    How do successful people, teams, and organizations become even more successful? In this entertaining, fascinating, and confronting talk, Paul will not only explain, but also let you experience the inner workings of your brain, and how this affects your own leadership behavior. As a result, you will be inspired with…

  • The Lean Mean Execution Machine – Why you don’t have to be ill to get better

    Business and professional success is predictable: If you want to achieve results you have never achieved before, you need to do things you have never done before. In this popular talk, Paul will discuss the most important counter intuitive, almost controversial, but highly effective strategies to rapidly move towards achieving…

How to book Paul Rulkens as a keynote speaker

How do I book Paul Rulkens for a keynote speech?

You can book Paul Rulkens through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Paul's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Paul Rulkens's speaking fees?

Paul Rulkens's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Paul tailored to your event.

What topics does Paul Rulkens speak about?

Paul Rulkens speaks on Behaviour, Future of Work, Innovation & Creativity, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Paul to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Paul Rulkens available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Paul Rulkens for events worldwide, subject to Paul's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Paul Rulkens deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Paul Rulkens is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Paul Rulkens?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Paul can accommodate.

Can Paul Rulkens tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Paul Rulkens on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Paul can offer.

What languages does Paul Rulkens present in?

Paul Rulkens delivers keynotes in English. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Paul Rulkens a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Paul Rulkens's areas of expertise include Behaviour, Future of Work, Innovation & Creativity, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation. To get a clear sense of Paul's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Paul Rulkens speak at?

Paul Rulkens can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Behaviour, Future of Work, Innovation & Creativity, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation is relevant. Details of Paul's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Paul Rulkens offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Paul Rulkens is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Paul Rulkens?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Paul Rulkens, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Paul's current availability for your dates.