Unlock high performance with Dr. Ruth Gotian, Thinkers50’s #1 emerging management thinker and expert on success mindsets in elite performers.
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Dr. Gotian spoke about mindset and skillset development with such genuine enthusiasm and passion. She absolutely captivated the audience with her storytelling skills. What an inspiring way to start the day at our conference!
Ashley St. John
Editor-in-Chief, BetterWork Media Group, Chief Learning Officer Symposium
Unlock elite performance with the #1 Thinkers50 management thinker. Dr. Ruth Gotian empowers organizations with proven success strategies from Nobel laureates, astronauts, and Olympians, driving leadership, retention, and a high-performance culture.
Keynote Speaker Ruth Gotian is a globally renowned expert in leadership development, high performance, and the power of mentorship. Recognized by Thinkers50 as the #1 emerging management thinker and named one of the top 20 mentors worldwide by Nature and Columbia University, she brings unmatched insight into how the world’s most successful individuals, from Nobel Prize winners to astronauts and Olympic athletes, achieve excellence.
As Chief Learning Officer and Associate Professor at Weill Cornell Medicine, Ruth Gotian blends cutting-edge research with practical strategies that help organizations unlock potential, drive employee engagement, and create cultures of continuous success. Her keynotes offer transformative tools rooted in science and real-world success, making them essential for companies navigating today’s leadership, retention, and performance challenges.
A prolific contributor to Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Psychology Today, and the award-winning author of The Success Factor and the Financial Times Guide to Mentoring, Ruth delivers messages that are both inspiring and actionable. Whether your organization seeks to boost team performance, strengthen its leadership pipeline, or foster long-term talent development, her expertise offers a proven roadmap.
Book Ruth Gotian for your event to empower your audience with elite-level strategies for success, innovation, and resilience. With her captivating storytelling and evidence-based insights, she equips leaders and teams to thrive in high-stakes, ever-evolving environments.
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Dr. Gotian spoke about mindset and skillset development with such genuine enthusiasm and passion. She absolutely captivated the audience with her storytelling skills. What an inspiring way to start the day at our conference!
Ashley St. John Editor-in-Chief, BetterWork Media Group, Chief Learning Officer Symposium
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Ruth gave a very engaging talk to Gartner, Inc. about "The Success Factor". I received a lot of positive feedback about her session, but my favorite comment was "Best hour I spent all week!"
Lawrence Orans Managing Vice President, Gartner
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Ruth Gotian puts Mentoring into perspective by helping the participants not only to identify the ideal attributes of a mentor, but also how to recognize "toxic" mentoring. Her honesty is refreshing and informative, providing a foundation upon which participants can learn to develop managing relationships on many levels.
Leslie F Smithey, DDS, MPH Chair of the ADEA Leadership Institute Alumni Association
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Ruth Gotian captivated our audience at Origina Week in Ireland with her powerful insights on high performance. Her energy, expertise, and ability to translate research into real-world impact left our team buzzing with inspiration and ready to take action. She didn’t just deliver a talk—she sparked a movement!
Tomás O’Leary CEO, Origina
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Ruth spoke at the Thinkers50 Awards Gala in London, and among some of the best business speakers in the world, she was exceptional. Her research among high performing individuals - including elite athletes, astronauts, Nobel Prize laureates, and C-suite executives - makes her the go-to expert on personal success, and bringing out the best in others through mentoring. By codifying the mindset and skills set needed by peak performers, she provides a uniquely inspiring and surprising point of view, with great stories and practical takeaways.
Des Dearlove and Dr Stuart Crainer Cofounders, Thinkers50
Keynote by Ruth Gotian:
Go beyond the theory of success—experience it live. In this dynamic conversation-style keynote, Dr. Ruth Gotian shares research-backed strategies from The Success Factor, joined on stage by Olympic and NBA champions who bring those insights to life with powerful stories from the world’s biggest stages.
Keynote by Ruth Gotian:
Forget the ordinary – nobody wakes up aspiring to be average, and neither should you. Discover the proven path to success through riveting insights drawn from real-life interviews with astronauts, Nobel Prize winners, CEOs, and Olympic champions. Unveiling the methodology that sets high achievers apart, this presentation showcases the four intrinsic attributes crucial to reaching the pinnacle of success: intrinsic motivation, perseverance, a strong foundation, and a commitment to constant learning.
Buckle up for an exhilarating workshop experience, guided by the principles outlined in the groundbreaking book, The Success Factor. Explore the secrets of high achievers and supercharge your performance by identifying your passion through a dynamic Passion Audit, mastering the art of mentorship, building a dynamic mentoring team, cultivating a community of practice, fueling your interests through informal learning, and mastering the delicate balance of time and energy.
And that’s not all – attendees have the exclusive opportunity to grab bulk copies of “The Success Factor” for a deeper dive into these transformative concepts. Customization options, from personalized forwards to unique book bands, ensure a tailored experience that goes beyond the ordinary. Elevate your aspirations, unlock your potential, and join us on this thrilling quest for success!
Keynote by Ruth Gotian:
Embark on a transformative journey into the art of building lasting and impactful professional relationships, even in the absence of face-to-face encounters. This dynamic keynote, inspired by the acclaimed Harvard Business Review article, unveils the secrets to cultivating a diverse and robust network, a skill indispensable for success especially in times when in person meetings are not always possible, and time is scarce.
Participants will not only grasp the benefits of building professional relationships but will also master the art of utilizing a minimum of three platforms for networking, both in person and virtually. Elevate your introduction game to leave an indelible mark, reducing networking anxiety with the strategic deployment of powerful ‘starter sentences.’ Get ready to revolutionize your approach to professional connections and step into a world where meaningful relationships thrive, transcending physical boundaries.
And that’s not all – attendees have the exclusive opportunity to grab bulk copies of “The Success Factor” for a deeper dive into these transformative concepts. Customization options, from personalized forwards to unique book bands, ensure a tailored experience that goes beyond the ordinary. Elevate your aspirations, unlock your potential, and join us on this thrilling quest for success!
Keynote by Ruth Gotian:
Join us on this mentorship journey where success isn't just a goal; it's a guaranteed outcome! Remember, those with mentors not only outperform but also outearn the rest chart your path to success together!
Uncover the secrets unveiled in her latest book, Financial Times Guide to Mentoring and in top-tier articles from Forbes, Nature, and Harvard Business Review.
Be the mentor everyone dreams of, fostering success and propelling your mentees to new heights. Learn the art of creating a dynamic mentoring team, master networking strategies, amplify voices on the mentor-sponsor continuum, and unlock the keys to approaching your next mentor or mentee.
Explore the vital skill of identifying toxic mentors (tormentors) and discover why being both a mentor and a mentee, regardless of your rank, is crucial for a thriving career. Let’s redefine mentorship together!
Watch Ruth Gotian in action!
Watch Ruth Gotian in action!
