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Sebastian Terry

Bestselling Author | Television Host | Founder of the 100 Things Movement

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Sebastian Terry has worked with category-leading organizations around the world, helping them to unlock the limitless potential of their teams through collective purpose and deep connection. He has worked with some of the world’s largest organizations, including Google, Berkshire Hathaway, Bank of America, and McKesson, showing them how to leverage his powerful frameworks to unlock peak performance, cultivate connection, and foster meaningful collaboration.

Terry is known worldwide as the founder of the 100 Things movement. Shocked by the death of a close friend in his mid-twenties, Terry experienced a moment of deep reflection where he asked himself a simple question, am I happy? The answer was no. Terry created a list of 100 things that he hoped would bring him closer to a sense of happiness in life, if not purpose. Dropping everything to pursue his list, not only has Terry’s life been transformed, but the ripple effect has gone on to help millions of people unlock limitless possibilities in their own lives too.

From delivering a baby (#23) to living on a deserted island for one week (#63) and helping a quadriplegic man complete a half marathon (#26), Terry’s incredible story has inspired a bestselling book, two documentaries featured on ESPN and Discovery Channel, and a hit reality TV show. He is also a renowned keynote speaker, recognized for his unique approach in combining brilliant humour, piercing insight, and real-time action. Terry’s revered storytelling and interactive teaching style has impacted millions of individuals and influenced thousands of organizations and Fortune 500 companies around the world.

Speaking topics

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

  • Strong Alone, Better Together: Unlocking the Power of Human Connection

    The greatest things we will ever achieve in our lives aren’t only fueled by the strengths of our actions, but by the depth of our connection to those beside us.

    The organizations that go the farthest, the fastest, and the most sustainably are those that understand a simple truth: while we are strong as individuals, we are unstoppable together and they know how to unlock it.

    Drawing from his remarkable journey — one that has led him to work with some of the world’s biggest brands — human connection keynote speaker Sebastian Terry shares a game-changing approach to teamwork, culture, and deep connection. Sharing his “Me, You, Us” framework, Terry reveals how to harness the power of human connection: when to come together, how to do it effectively, and who to do it with.

    Blending masterful storytelling, cutting-edge research, and actionable strategies, this keynote will transform the way audiences think about collaboration, helping leaders and teams to unlock their full potential and achieve more than they ever thought possible.

    Attendees will leave with:

    • A fresh, eye-opening perspective on human potential and collaboration.
    • Practical tools to break down silos and build stronger workplace relationships.
    • Proven strategies to transform individual growth into collective success.
    • Immediate actions to create a culture of engagement, trust, and high performance.

    This isn’t just another talk, it’s a transformational experience that will leave teams inspired, deeply connected, and ready to elevate their collective impact.

  • Elevated Leadership: The Future of High-Performing Teams

    The best workplaces and highest-performing teams understand a simple truth — when connection, purpose, and acknowledgment are embedded into daily actions, leadership isn’t aspirational, it’s second nature.

    Leadership keynote speaker Sebastian Terry unpacks the frameworks needed to empower teams to connect and perform at the highest level by creating environments that foster inspiration, agency, and action. When leaders do this, they accelerate decision-making, unlock collaborative advantage, and unify efforts towards bringing individual and shared visions to life.

    This leadership keynote redefines leadership not as authority, but as an opportunity to create a culture where people are seen, heard, valued, and empowered.

    Key takeaways include how to:

    • Foster a culture where people feel acknowledged and engaged.
    • Leverage connection to drive innovation and quicker decision-making.
    • Build a workplace where every team member feels valued and motivated.

    The future of leadership isn’t just about results — it’s about the people who create them. Let’s elevate the way we lead together.

  • Unlocking Mental Health: An Unstoppable Mindset

    Mental health isn’t just personal, it’s the foundation of performance, decision-making, and human connection. Yet, most people and teams struggle to improve their well-being without feeling like they’re sacrificing productivity and performance.

    In “Unlocking Mental Health: An Unstoppable Mindset”, mental health Keynote speaker Sebastian Terry reveals the critical link between mental resilience, personal balance, and workplace success.

    Through powerful storytelling, science-backed insights, and a transformative framework, audiences will leave the tools to:

    • Develop a growth mindset to navigate stress and uncertainty.
    • Cultivate resilience and motivation for sustained high performance.
    • Shift perspective to foster fulfillment and stronger workplace relationships.

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Books

  • 100 Things What's On Your List? by Sebastian Terry
    100 Things: What's On Your List?

    In this book, Sebastian Terry sets out to accomplish what most people say they will —he has...

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Client reviews

  • Veeam

    THANK YOU for your session at our Sales Kick Off yesterday. The feedback was INCREDIBLE!!! The messaging was perfectly aligned to set up our “Journey Past 100”, and we already have heaps of people uploading their videos of three things from their list on our Veeam Tube video platform, so the fun continues!

  • Google

    Sebastian Terry is an incredibly inspirational guy who has done extraordinary things with his life. His stories, philosophies, tools, and processes will unleash anyone’s ability to put aside procrastination and prioritize what’s truly important to them in living a happier and healthier life. Time with Seb is a gift and one my whole team and I will forever be grateful for – it’s nothing short of life changing.

  • Financial Executive Women

    Sebastian Terry recently spoke at one of our virtual events, streaming live via Zoom, Youtube, and Facebook. With over 100 attendees from financial services in Australia, Seb held the audience enthralled throughout the presentation — no mean feat from LA via a virtual conference call!

    Seb has an incredibly authentic and engaging manner. In addition to being a gifted storyteller, he has a beautiful sense of the audience, such that they were engaging via chat, asking questions, and were completely connected to his story and his mission. I can only imagine how great Seb would be in person!

    I highly recommend Sebastian Terry as a speaker for any event where you want to inspire, laugh, and really connect your audience with a deeper message.

  • Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA)

    It’s only every once in a while I feel so strongly about a speaker that I want to recommend them… and this is one of those times. Our members can be a tough audience to please.  With hiring Sebastian, we definitely went a little outside the box for our group and, admittedly, I held my breath up until he was a couple of minutes into his presentation — and… they LOVED him!

    After his presentation, our members lined up to meet him and take photos with him, which almost never happens. So, what I’m saying is — book him! You won’t be disappointed!

  • McGrath

    Sebastian was a keynote speaker at McGrath Estate Agents annual Kickstart conference 2019. It was a pleasure to work with him as his high level of professionalism and general passion was evident from start to finish. He delivered a keynote presentation that was exciting, engaging, down to earth, and inspiring. He kept things real which was a perfect addition to the event.

  • Hostelworld Group

    Sebastian had the daunting task of opening on the morning after an epic, and very late, event party and he certainly delivered. The aim was to leave people inspired, despite the late night, and he did this through an emotional and heartfelt session which had us all in tears — laughing and crying simultaneously! His enthusiasm is infectious and his lust for life 100% genuine. Just days after the event we had people lining up to help him on his journey. We cannot recommend him highly enough as a motivational speaker and an all-round nice guy!

  • Aegis Living

    Sebastian is entertaining, engaging, and fun. He shared his incredibly uplifting life story with our employees, and inspired everyone in the room. Sebastian easily communicates how we can all make a difference, either directly helping others or by being the connection needed in the world.

  • Cisco

    Event attendees can often feel “PowerPoint-ed to death” after a three-day conference. Having Sebastian as our keynote speaker was more than just another presentation. Aside from inspiring our attendees within their personal lives through his stories, advice, and acts of kindness, Sebastian taught us all how to take words of wisdom and turn them into actionable items that tie into our business and relationships with colleagues, and to approach every opportunity with a different perspective.

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