James Clear

World-Renowned Author of ‘Atomic Habits’ & Leadership Strategist Trusted by Google, Disney & Microsoft

  • Global expert on habit formation & leadership
  • Author of Atomic Habits, selling 20M+ copies
  • Inspires teams to maximise performance through small habits
  • Trusted by global organisations, including Google & Disney
  • Engages audiences with research-backed insights & actionable strategies

Discover James Clear’s biography of published work below.

Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones

When James Clear is booked for events, they are known to discuss the following speaking topics:

Building high-performing teams
Leadership through effective habits
Decision-making & continuous improvement
Creating sustainable organisational change
Achieving success through small, consistent actions

James Clear is an influential thought leader and inspirational keynote speaker renowned for his expertise in habit formation, decision-making, and continuous improvement. The author of the international bestseller ‘Atomic Habits’, James has impacted millions globally by demonstrating how small, incremental changes can lead to transformative personal and professional growth. His work inspires leaders to unlock their potential and create lasting, meaningful change in their organisations.

James’ journey began in Hamilton, Ohio, where he developed a passion for human performance and personal growth. At Denison University, he excelled both academically and athletically, earning a degree in biomechanics and serving as captain of the baseball team. After graduating, James coached athletes and executives, blending practical strategies with scientific insights to enhance their performance. In 2012, he began writing about self-improvement, sharing valuable insights that would form the foundation of his breakthrough book.

‘Atomic Habits’ has sold over 20 million copies, been translated into more than 60 languages, and remained on the New York Times bestseller list for over 200 weeks. James also publishes the popular 3-2-1 newsletter, read weekly by over 3 million subscribers. His work has been featured in esteemed publications such as The New York Times, Forbes, and Time. He has partnered with global organisations like Google, Disney, and Microsoft to help leaders achieve sustainable success.

As an inspirational leadership keynote speaker, James Clear delivers engaging, research-backed talks that resonate with audiences worldwide. His ability to translate complex ideas into actionable strategies makes his presentations a favourite among leaders seeking to inspire their teams and drive performance. Focusing on the power of small habits to create big results, James empowers audiences to lead with clarity, purpose, and consistency. Whether addressing executives or global conferences, his message is clear: small steps lead to extraordinary outcomes.

Official Testimonials

James Clear is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:

“James delivered a compelling presentation about habit change and personal productivity that will influence how our students stretch themselves to pursue new opportunities. His work is clear and actionable in a way that breaks down some of the most challenging barriers that we all [must] overcome. I would highly recommend James to any organization seeking to accomplish great things.”

Dan, CEO, Trilogy Education Services

“James is a strong, confident facilitator and his message was easily understood by the audience. He did a great job teaching and facilitating a conversation with our group about habits. It was a great experience and our team got a lot of valuable ideas from the time spent.”

Laura, North America Training Manager, Lululemon

“I was lucky enough to have James lead a roundtable session at our event, and to date, it has not only been our most attended roundtable, but the highest rated by our audience as well. I am blessed to be in a position where I have access to a deep pool of some of the most well-known thought leaders of our time. When it comes to habits, James is the first expert that comes to mind. I would have James back at our event in a heartbeat. I can’t recommend working with him enough.”

Jayson, Founder, Mastermind Talks

To enquire about James Clear for your event or corporate function, simply contact us via agent@inspirational-leadership-speakers.com or call a booking agent on 0203 0070 320.