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Matthew Syed
Matthew Syed is more than just an author and speaker—he's a thought leader in the realm of high performance and mindset. With a unique ability to distill complex ideas into actionable insights, Matthew has inspired countless individuals and organisations to reach new heights of success.
About Matthew Syed
As the author of seven best-selling books on mindset and high performance, including Bounce, Black Box Thinking, Rebel Ideas, and his celebrated children’s series—You Are Awesome, Dare To Be You, and What Do You Think?—Matthew has established himself as a leading voice in the field. His books are not just popular; they are transformational, helping readers and organisations alike to adopt a mindset of continuous improvement.
Matthew’s influence extends beyond the written word. As a multi-award-winning journalist for The Times and The Sunday Times, he regularly provides sharp, insightful commentary on high performance and mindset. His expertise is further showcased as the presenter of BBC Radio 4’s hit programme, Sideways, now in its sixth series. His voice resonates across television and radio, where he’s a frequent contributor, offering perspectives that challenge conventional thinking.
Before his career as an author and speaker, Matthew was England’s number one table tennis player for almost a decade, a testament to his understanding of what it takes to excel at the highest levels. His journey from sports champion to thought leader enriches his narrative, making his insights into high performance both authentic and compelling.
In his latest best-seller, Rebel Ideas: The Power of Diverse Thinking, Matthew makes a compelling case for the importance of cognitive diversity in solving today’s complex challenges. He argues that individual intelligence, while important, is no longer sufficient; instead, the most successful teams harness a wide range of perspectives to innovate and excel. Drawing on a fascinating mix of psychology, anthropology, and data science, Rebel Ideas reveals the inner workings of the world’s most effective teams through captivating case studies.
Matthew’s work doesn’t just stop at theory—it’s about creating real-world impact. Through Matthew Syed Consulting (MSC), which he co-founded, he has partnered with leading organisations to foster growth mindset cultures and drive higher performance. MSC’s cutting-edge thought leadership programs and digital learning tools are catalysts for lasting change, empowering businesses and public sector organisations to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
Matthew is also deeply committed to education, working closely with schools and young people to cultivate positive mindsets. As a founding member of Greenhouse Sports and an ambassador for the PiXL Educational Foundation, he’s making a significant difference in the lives of young people, helping them to unlock their potential.
Book Matthew Syed for your next event to discover how you can unlock the secrets of high performance within your organisation. With his dynamic presentations and unparalleled expertise, Matthew will inspire your audience to think differently, embrace change, and achieve extraordinary results.
To book Keynote Speaker Matthew Syed, contact The Speakers Agency on +44(0)1332 810481 or email enquiries@thespeakersagency.com
Here you can find links to books by Matthew Syed. For bulk book orders for your event please speak with a member of the team.
Testimonials
"The best speech of its kind I have ever heard. It inspired, entertained and informed in equal measure."
The Atlantic Group
"Provocative and eye-opening, it changed the way I think about life and success. It has so many implications for the business."
The Third Space
"An outstanding speech that transformed the perspective of coaches and players alike. Our young players have been talking about it ever since."
Arsenal FC
"A wonderful speech delivered to 1000 senior executives. Matthew’s messages are powerful and thought-provoking – and they have become central to the strategy of our business."
Morrisons
"The feedback to your talk was amazing, with department heads using their development time in the afternoon to discuss your ideas and many people stopping me in the corridor to thank me for asking you to come in."
Surrey Schools
"Matthew’s messages were fantastic. He not only described clearly how champions are made, but could also give evidence based arguments that supported his bold assertions. His influence on our squad and management was an extremely positive one for which we are very grateful."
Saracens Director of Rugby
"Matthew was everything I had hoped for and more. He captivated the audience with material that he made directly relevant to our business. He was asked some thought provoking questions and came back with equally thought provoking answers. As a company we are on a journey of change and Matthew’s presentation supported our strategy for the year ahead and beyond."
e.surv Chartered Surveyors
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Utterly inspiring. We are looking forward already to booking you again!
"Simmons and Simmons
"Superb - we went away with a refreshed sense of how to identify and motivate talented people"
SHL Group
