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Juan Bendaña

High Performance and Leadership Expert | Author of Confident by Choice

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Leaders Bring Great Energy
Our Problems Are Gifts
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Why Fear Stops So Many People
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Juan Bendana Headshot 2025
Speaker Reel
Leaders Bring Great Energy
Our Problems Are Gifts
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Why Fear Stops So Many People

Juan Bendaña has cracked the confidence code. The bestselling author of Confident by Choice, he’s spent the past decade building custom leadership programs for world-class brands like Disney, Fidelity, American Express, Nationwide, Sony Pictures, and Zillow, and being a behind-the-scenes confidence coach to some of the world’s top performers from Olympic athletes and Grammy Award-winning artists to top CEOs and Fortune 100 leaders. His high-energy keynotes deliver research-backed strategies to help leaders turn self-doubt into unshakable confidence and uncertainty into competitive advantage.

Bendaña started his first leadership development company over a decade ago, where he and his team constructed bespoke programming for category leading companies. Based on his research of over 250,000 leaders at institutions such as Oxford, Penn State, and the University of Toronto, his science-backed framework helps leaders activate the confidence mindset to lead boldly, thrive through change, and reach their most daring goals. His work has been featured in Harvard Business Review and Rolling Stone and translated into more than four languages.

Often described as a walking shot of espresso, Bendaña combines high energy, humour, and science-backed tools to help individuals build unwavering confidence so they can show up at their best and achieve new levels of performance, both personally and professionally.

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Presentations listed below include in-person and virtual keynotes, as well as workshops, fireside chats, and other presentation formats.

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  • Our event was spectacular as a result of Juan being our speaker. Our team saw the drive and excitement from the audience the moment they left the presentation. He delivered so well that we’ve booked Juan on a national level for events over the next two years!

  • Juan’s speaking style was full of fresh energy and enthusiasm that reinvigorated our burnt-out organization. His message helped us refocus and provided tangible takeaways that were valuable for everyone.

  • He communicated very well. He touched base with a few of our attendees in advance to kind of get an idea of the issues they are facing in their workplace. So, he was really great doing his advance work.

  • I am so glad we invited Juan to speak at our annual company event. Our team was engaged, laughed A LOT, and left inspired to take action. Juan’s message is simple, direct, and on point.

  • We had the pleasure of having Juan Bendaña as our keynote for our annual conference. Juan brought out all the stops to engage our audience, his stories and experiences were relatable to our field and his message was powerful to our people. I would highly recommend Juan as a keynote for any educational event.

  • He is relatable, authentic, and gives some great tips on how to find energy, momentum, courage, and confidence within yourself. Strengthening your confidence helps you lead a more ambitious, intentional, and successful life. You will feel his energy, courage and confidence throughout his presentation, and leave encouraged to find your own and improve your self-belief.

  • I was blown away by his ability to captivate and inspire the audience with his message. His humour, charm, and authenticity made everyone feel at ease, while Juan’s passion and energy kept us engaged throughout the presentation. Juan’s message was both thought-provoking and practical, leaving us with actionable insights to apply in our own work. He seamlessly wove in relevant examples and anecdotes that resonated with our group, making the message feel personalized and relevant. He exceeded my expectations in every way. I wholeheartedly recommend him for any organization looking to inspire, educate, and entertain their audience.

  • Juan Bendaña brought exactly what we needed to our keynote session of our global leadership summit – energy, engagement, and action! His style brings the audience in and he provides thought-provoking storytelling to inspire action. He was wonderful to work with and overdelivered in terms of what we hoped to achieve with our keynote. We were thrilled with the outcome and feedback we received from our participants.

  • Juan brought the energy as a keynote speaker at an event we hosted for top partners. We wanted these partners to leave with motivation to go from top performer to the next level beyond that, and Juan delivered! Juan‘s presentation was animated and inspiring, and I loved seeing a large line form to chat with him after he spoke. The message of bringing positivity and excitement to every encounter especially resonated with me and our audience. I strongly endorse Juan to bring energy and inspiration to an event!

  • Having been in corporate America for 15 years, I have seen many keynote speakers. The buzz following Juan’s presentation amongst our sales team was different. The vast majority of people were energized; citing the key concepts and how they can apply in their own lives.

  • Juan’s session was outstanding! He was rated #1 in our post-conference survey for content, and attendees gave him fantastic reviews. The keynote address was incredibly meaningful and left a lasting impact. His personal story and insights resonated deeply. I’ve even caught myself reflecting on his advice that I don’t have to be THE best, but I should always aim to be MY best.

  • Juan was a standout keynote speaker at our largest annual event. He was energizing, relatable, and completely in tune with our audience. His ability to combine storytelling with practical takeaways made his session both inspiring and actionable. If you’re on the fence about bringing Juan in, don’t be — he’s the real deal. He not only delivers on stage but also takes the time to understand your audience and event goals. People walked away feeling motivated, empowered, and more confident in their ability to lead, connect, and take ownership of their growth.

  • Attendees walked away feeling motivated and empowered, but more importantly, they left with a sense of clarity and purpose. His messaging was relatable and actionable, giving people real takeaways they could apply both personally and professionally. His authenticity left a lasting impression that made his words more than just inspiration — they became tools for success.

  • Juan Bendaña brought incredible energy to our event. His storytelling captivated us, and the actionable insights he shared left a lasting impact — attendees were already talking about what they’d apply before they even left the room. His message resonated deeply and created a memorable takeaway for everyone involved. If you’re looking for a speaker who goes beyond the usual and truly inspires, Juan is an outstanding choice.

  • Juan’s impact was so memorable the first time I saw him speak that he immediately came to mind years later when I needed a guest speaker for an event. Almost a month after his talk at our sales kickoff, my team members are still referencing concepts that Juan gave us. I can see evidence of the significant impression that Juan made in my day-to-day, not only in how my staff shows up, but in my own mindset.

  • Juan is the antidote to the fear and uncertainty that comes with organizational transformation. As a senior leader of a large organization, I have had the opportunity to hear many of the world’s great speakers. Juan has been the only one to hit home on likely the most important topic for leaders today, confidence. Our group came away not just with motivation, but with real tools to elevate their confidence and perform their best. Our leaders still quote his presentation when talking about important development topics, and he has left a lasting impression on our group. We will definitely hire him again for other teams in our organization.

  • Juan was fantastic at our all-employee event. His energy was contagious, as he connected with our employees through storytelling, building their confidence and help them realize their full potential. From pre-event planning to the day of the event, Juan was fully engaged and was committed to making our event a success.

  • We were thrilled with Juan Bendaña as our keynote speaker. He captivated the audience with his engaging and dynamic presentation, connecting on a personal level. Juan’s energy and enthusiasm left everyone motivated and his presentation was thought-provoking. His professionalism and dedication throughout the planning process were also exceptional. We highly recommend Juan for anyone seeking a dynamic and impactful speaker.

  • Juan’s impact was so memorable the first time I saw him speak that he immediately came to mind years later when I needed a guest speaker for an event. Almost a month after his talk at our sales kickoff, my team members are still referencing concepts that Juan gave us. I can see evidence of the significant impression that Juan made in my day-to-day, not only in how my staff shows up, but in my own mindset.

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