Shawn Achor is founder and CEO of Aspirant, an applied research consulting firm that works with organizations seeking to create a more positive, productive workplace. After spending nearly a decade teaching and researching at Harvard University, Shawn now applies the latest scientific research in positive psychology to deliver lectures and trainings in over 40 countries worldwide. At the core of Shawn's work is the recent revolutionary finding that individual happiness and organizational success are inextricably linked. Shawn's highly interactive workshops help companies capitalize on this "Happiness Advantage" by providing practical guidance that enhances employee engagement and ultimately improves the bottom line. If you are interested in inviting Shawn to speak at your organization, please submit a Talk Request Form.
"Harvard lecturer Shawn Achor is funny, self-deprecating, and devastating to my notions of what his field is all about. He's got research that makes the 'genes + environment + potential for success' model look like an idea only Flat Earthers could harbour. Even better, he's got tips for how we can improve our brains. By the time he starts talking about 'activation energy' and tells us we can prime our brains for enhanced achievement by doing one simple activity every day, I'm butter to his knife."
-The Boston Globe, July 27, 2008