Brian Thwaits
Brainspeaker Inc.
Brian Thwaits is an engaging and immensely entertaining "brain trainer" who has shown thousands of people how to enhance their learning, communication, creativity, problem-solving and thinking skills. His brain training sessions combine the latest information from the disciplines of brain research, learning theory and the communication field to suggest innovative and practical approaches to issues we face in the workplace, in the classroom and in our personal lives.
He’s knowledgeable, engaging, and provocative. And he’s very funny.
Brian Thwaits is a dynamic and immensely entertaining ‘brain trainer’, a learning and communication whiz with a wealth of experience in both the public and private sectors. He first demonstrated his flair for performance as an award-winning educator and is now an acclaimed professional speaker who engages both the hearts and minds of his audiences -- so they leave his presentations with sides splitting from laughter and minds bursting with ideas.
Brian has been featured in various media and is the author of The Big Learn: Smart Ways to Use Your Brain. Thousands of people in countless audiences have experienced his unique and thought-provoking take on how we use our heads, and his extensive client list is rapidly expanding as his reputation continues to grow.
Brian’s sessions cleverly combine the latest information from the disciplines of brain research, learning theory and the communication field to suggest innovative and practical approaches to issues we face daily in the workplace and in our personal lives.
His signature keynote address, Train Your Brain, is creating plenty of buzz. Clients rave!
Brian Thwaits Blog Entries:
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2. VARIATIONS:
CHANGE: ORGANIZATIONAL & PERSONAL:
The Adaptable Brain
Change is the one constant we must deal with every day. And – let’s face it – it’s difficult these days to simply keep up. This engaging presentation suggests that the way we use our brains has everything to do with everything we do. It suggests that we’ll cope much better with change if we embrace the fact that we’re actually hard-wired to think and learn in new ways. The truth is that you certainly can teach an old brain to do new tricks!
COMMUNICATION:
So One Brain Said To The Other Brain
It’s impossible to not communicate. And the way we use our brains has a tremendous influence on the way we speak, listen, read and write. Done properly, information can travel effectively from one brain to another in powerful ways. This thought-provoking presentation highlights the strategies we can use to become great communicators who can both transmit and receive information with clarity and impact.
CREATIVITY & INNOVATION:
Balanced-Brain Thinking In A Left-Brain World
Most of us have been trained to be pretty strong left-brain thinkers. As a result, though, we often neglect to give the other – more creative – side of the brain a fair chance to engage in the way we use our heads. This intriguing presentation demonstrates that, when we get both sides of the brain working together as a team, innovation will come much more naturally!
EDUCATION & LITERACY:
The Big Learn: Smart Ways To Use Your Brain
Perhaps more than those in any other profession, educators are naturally interested in knowing how brains work. After all, it’s a teacher’s job to train brains – and knowing how they operate will surely make that task much easier! This compelling presentation emphasizes that what neuroscientists tell us about brains harmonizes beautifully with proven strategies and techniques that will lead to academic success.
HEALTH & WELLNESS:
A Healthy Brain In A Healthy Body
They say that "health is the greatest wealth." So we watch what we eat, try to get more exercise, and reduce stress when possible. But what about the health of our brains? This stimulating presentation suggests that simple mental fitness strategies that can be incorporated into our daily lives will stimulate and invigorate the way we think and learn, helping us to achieve both a more balanced lifestyle and an enriched quality of life.
SALES, MARKETING & SERVICE:
Brains For Sales
It’s no accident that some people are better at selling, marketing and providing services than others are. The most successful ones, for one thing, have a strong sense of how brains work, and they capitalize on that understanding when presenting and sharing information with their clients. This fascinating session highlights simple techniques that improve ‘brainstick’ and make products and services distinctive and remarkable.
TEAMWORK & LEADERSHIP:
The Superstar Brain
No two brains are alike, so no two people use their brains exactly the same way. This enthralling session looks at people from the perspectives of multiple intelligences and brain dominance. It explores what makes us tick and what motivates us to make constructive and valuable contributions in the workplace. By identifying and nurturing superstar brains, we can enhance the way we think, learn and communicate! -
1. SIGNATURE KEYNOTE ADDRESS:
Train Your Brain
This provocative and enlightening presentation will give that three-pound organ inside your head an adjustment you’ll never forget. It’s a memorable and entertaining performance that demonstrates how learning to use your brain better will significantly enhance the way you think, learn and communicate. And it will have an immediate and powerful impact on just about everything you do – both personally and professionally!.
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I can honestly say that the response to your workshops was one of the best I have ever seen at our conference. Many participants commented that it was the most interesting session they have ever attended.
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It was clear that you made a strong impact across the Canada Revenue Agency, as you were highly recommended by several people from within our organization. And you didn't disappoint us! Feedback was extremely positive, and your presentation was clearly enjoyed by all.
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Your keynote address was excellent and very well received. Some of the comments: 'Absolutely the best speaker I have ever heard!', 'Stellar presentation!', 'Brilliant!', 'Very engaging speaker', 'Awesome!', 'Wow!'
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The consensus is that you were the best received speaker in anyone's memory. People have been amazingly positive in their feedback. You were a hit – a breath of fresh air!
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Over the past 25 years, we've employed many speakers at our conference, but we can truthfully claim that you have certainly been one of our best.
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It was practical yet funny. The feedback was you were the best speaker we've ever had at our annual sales meetings.
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Without exception, staff felt it was the best professional development session they have ever attended.
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Thank you for the incredible presentation. You were informative, professional and engaging. And funny, extremely funny. While you came highly recommended, you exceeded all expectations – a truly magnificent performance!
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The session was a great hit. Almost all the assessments evaluated at a 5 on a 5-point scale!! You had people laughing, learning and enjoying.
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You are a fantastic, entertaining and thought-provoking speaker. The participant surveys following our event reflected an overwhelming enthusiasm for you and your presentation. The comments I personally have received since that day have all been positive, and the ‘talk around the water cooler’ is all about growing those dendrites!
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Honestly, I can’t say that I’ve ever seen anyone receive the kind of glowing feedback that was provided by the participants with respect to your presentation. On a scale of 1-5, you generally received a 5+.
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Right from the beginning, you had our group captivated and laughing. You taught us all something that we will take with us for the rest of our lives.
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You delighted, amazed and informed. Your ability to transform scientific facts into cocktail party conversation starters is truly unbelievable.
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Excellent –– they want us to bring you back again & again & again. Very impressive speaker!
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Our organization is a tough group – not easily impressed – but the feedback from our members and their guests was over the top! Brian's message is compelling, and his delivery is spectacular. Your presentation was riveting entertainment –– educational and meaningful.
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A very interactive and inspiring session. I can confidently and without reservation state that your presentation was the best received and enjoyed session at the conference.
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I have heard nothing but positive feedback. 100% found the presentation VERY interesting. Your skills as a presenter are fabulous.
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You were repeatedly mentioned as the ‘best thing’ about the PD Day, with a typical response being ‘Brian Thwaits was entertaining and informative. Highlight of the day’.
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You are an eloquent speaker. We found your style to be easy-going, yet thought-provoking and enthralling.
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You did an excellent job, and your presentation style really held everyone’s attention. 89 of 95 participants gave your presentation the highest possible rating, and the remainder gave the second-highest rating. That is quite remarkable feedback from this group!
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In my many years of working in the industry, I have never seen such an overwhelmingly positive response to a particular speaker as in the case of Brian Thwaits.
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You are truly in a class of your own. By the buzz afterwards, I know people came away not only entertained but also, more importantly, they came away informed.
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The positive feedback I have received from the team has been overwhelming and, even after one month, I still overhear references to your session. Thanks again for an exceptional presentation.
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Our staff raved about your presentation. They found it entertaining, energetic and informative.
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Brian is entertaining, fun and engages the audience from start to finish. His enthusiasm is contagious, and his audience leaves the room refreshed and ‘buzzing’.
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Your fabulous opening keynote address set a very positive tone for the whole day. We have never had a presentation that has been so well received by everyone!
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Wow! I can't think of any better way to put it. Your keynote address was admirable, humorous and – best of all – enlightening. All in attendance spoke of the presentation for months after!
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Thank you for your absolutely outstanding presentation. You set a great tone for the entire convention. I will be enthusiastically recommending you to other municipal associations in Canada.
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He has a unique style of delivering his message. After each presentation, I received requests from the participants to bring him back for more. In summary, Brian Thwaits presents a common-sense, practical package that is useful, informative and highly entertaining.
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Every so often, you come across someone who is not only a skilled presenter but also has a passion for what they are presenting. Brian Thwaits is such a person. I would highly recommend him to any organization that is looking for creative ways to define education or business. He's a winner!
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Your keynote presentation was entertaining, relevant and motivational. We overhear our staff still talking about your message. The presentation was considered the highlight of the conference!
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Your entertaining and thought-provoking presentation on how to ‘train our brains’ was very well received. Many of our staff noted your presentation as a conference highlight.
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Thank you for your engaging, informative and amusing presentation. Notwithstanding it had already been a long day of intense training for our guests, you managed to grab their attention and keep them laughing, all the while feeding them practical information on how to get more out of their native abilities. They had a ball, and they learned something in the bargain.
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Your message was powerful and captivated the audience. You dazzled the crowd!
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You are an outstanding speaker. It is highly unusual to have a speaker who is able to keep an audience mesmerized!
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All the participants unanimously agreed that your keynote speech was extremely interesting as well as informative. In addition, the messages were delivered in such an easy-to-understand and humorous way that we were not aware that time was flying by. You were definitely successful in securing our attention for those three hours!
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Your keynote and workshop were highly engaging and the perfect complement to our theme. The feedback from participants was extremely positive, as you made us laugh and helped us learn more about ourselves in a funny, informative and engaging way.
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What a strong and appreciative response you had from Calgary teachers. Our only regret was not to have located your session in a room larger than the 600-seat capacity of the Crystal Ballroom, which was filled to overflowing.
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The feedback we received from your presentation was overwhelmingly positive. The group was very impressed with your energy, as well as the relevance of the topic. You did an excellent job of communicating with an international audience. The subject, Global Brainpower, truly crosses cultural barriers.
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You have a knack for capturing your audience’s attention. The information, facts and tips you shared are still being echoed in our hallways today.
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Your presentation was entertaining and informative. A perfect kick-off for the day.
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Best keynote we've ever had!
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You informed, educated and entertained the audience and lived up to our every expectation for your presentation. Your skills as a presenter are superb.
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Your presentation had a very relevant message for the entire audience. Your humour and passion for the topic was not only entertaining but memorable, and it received glowing reviews! Thank you again for an interesting, educational and stimulating keynote speech!
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One of our physicians told us what a great speaker you were. She was right. But you far exceeded our expectations.
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Thank you for your fabulous opening keynote address – a motivational, inspirational and entertaining presentation! You were an absolute perfect choice.
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Not only did your presentation set the mood for our event, but it also generated many passionate conversations later. You were a hit!
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The reaction was unanimous from all our staff that this was one of the best presentations they have ever experienced.
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An outstanding and entertaining presentation. The best speaker we’ve had in years!
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Thank you again for your professional, passionate and powerful keynote address. You were the highlight of our conference!
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You definitely lived up to your reputation as an entertaining and informative speaker. Feedback from participants was impressive. We would highly recommend you as a speaker.
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December 2006The Big Learn: Smart Ways to Use Your Brain
In the past few years, the amount of research done on the brain has increased tremendously. These ongoing studies and phenomenal technological advances in the field have led to startling discoveries, turning conventional wisdom about how we use our heads upside down. The Big Learn demonstrates how we use our brains, and the happy discovery that your brain is capable of much more than you ever thought possible.
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