Paul McGee

Paul McGee is one of the UK’s leading speakers in self-help, particularly in the subjects of change, workplace relationships, customer service, leadership, wellbeing, resilience, communication and motivation. He educates companies on how to survive and thrive in challenging times, how to work under pressure and how to inspire others in the workplace.

His daringly titled book SUMO (Shut Up, Move On) became an instant bestseller, and his book on self-confidence reached number one in the WH Smith business book charts, where it remained for a further 24 weeks. The radio host Chris Evans has described Paul’s books as “a gift to the world”.

He has appeared on BBC Breakfast television, and Question Time alongside David Dimbleby, and is a regular contributor on radio shows for the BBC and Radio 5live.

Building on his psychology background, Paul’s aim is to deliver practical, relevant messages that can make an immediate and long-lasting impact on people’s professional and personal lives. He brings a sense of fun to his sessions, seeking to deliver a memorable and humorous experience that equips people with insights and ideas to increase their personal effectiveness and impact.

To date, Paul has spoken for over 1,000 organisations to over 1,000,000 people in 41 countries, and from Sheffield to Spain and from Thailand to Tehran, his messages resonate with a global audience. His clients include prominent blue-chip organisations such as Specsavers and Harrods, public sector bodies like Cambridgeshire Police, and the Premiere League football club, Manchester United FC. He has also been a visiting professor at the University of Chester.

He has had the privilege of working with one of the world’s top management gurus, the late Dr Stephen Covey, and his work has been endorsed by another of Great British Speakers’ star talents, the Elite Performance Director of the British Olympic Association, Sir Clive Woodward.

Contact Great British Speakers today to book leading self-help guru Professor Paul McGee for your next event.

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Paul McGee’s approach is to engage his audience’s hearts and minds. He provides inspirational and entertaining content, but most importantly, offers practical tools you can use immediately to help you in your professional and personal lives. Paul may have had over 30 years of running a business, sold over a quarter of a million books, and have qualifications in psychology, but the real benefit of Paul’s approach is that he communicates real-world examples that are relevant to his clients. His tales have even made their way onto social media, and his videos have since been viewed over four million times on Tik-Tok.

If overcoming frostbite whilst climbing Mount Everest or sailing around the world single-handedly are key issues for you, then Paul McGee is not your man.

However, if you want to learn in a fun environment, and walk away inspired to take action and make a difference, not only to yourself but to friends, relatives, colleagues, and strangers, then Paul McGee will fit that bill.

LET PAUL MCGEE EXPLAIN SUMO TO YOU IN 2 MINUTES:

SO, HOW DOES PAUL MCGEE WORK?

Paul makes all of his presentations bespoke, and his material will be adapted to help each client achieve their objectives. Whilst each job is unique to him, he focusses on five main topic areas that connect with most companies and individuals. In no particular order, they are: Inspiring Leadership and Employee Engagement, How to Survive and Thrive in Changing Times, Building Resilience and Improving Wellbeing, Making a Difference in Customer Service, and Communicating with Influence and Impact.

WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE PAUL MCGEE?

Paul is an inspiration without being cheesy. His approach is more down-to-earth than unattainable. He leaves his audiences believing more in themselves and their ability to face the future with increased confidence and optimism. Paul is very focussed and aims to work on the challenges facing employees in the 21st Century rather than the problems that surround it.

He may not be an Olympian or an explorer, but Paul has a story. Overcoming a debilitating illness, Paul swapped invalidity benefits for starting his own business from scratch and now has clients around the world, having spoken in over 40 countries. In 2008 he set up SUMO4Schools, a life skills programme for young people which has now been adapted and used in the largest young offenders’ institute in Europe.

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He is a Sunday Times bestselling author, and has published more than a dozen books, including How to Speak So People Really Listen, and How Not To Worry. His most famous books, S.U.M.O, and Self Confidence: The Remarkable Truth of How a Small Change Can Boost Your Resilience and Increase Your Success were both international bestsellers. His books have been translated into over 20 languages worldwide.

He combines insights from business, sport and day-to-day life. He works extensively for private and public companies such as Adidas, Harrods, Specsavers, Lloyds Bank, GSK, Virgin, the NHS, and Manchester United FC. He’s also worked with the Elite Performance Director of the British Olympic Association, Sir Clive Woodward.

Paul’s no-nonsense style enables him to facilitate enjoyable but realistic workshops, keep clients engaged, and help them to make a genuine change to their lives. He’s practical, memorable and entertaining. He gives his audiences ideas and an insight that can help them immediately and also last a lifetime. His style means that people laugh as well as learn.

He’s adaptable. Paul is happy to tailor his famous message to your particular objectives. He can adapt his way of working to suit breakout sessions, masterclasses, conferences, and keynote presentations.

He is valuable. You are investing in what Paul can help you do to increase your success, rather than simply pay for having a celebrity name.

Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book in-demand motivational speaker Paul McGee for your corporate event.

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Testimonials

Loved him. One of the directors wants to use him again, as do I.
PRU HEALTH

Paul McGee’s SUMO message made a huge impact on our staff, so much so we bought them all a copy of the book! Inspiring and engaging with a thought provoking message that continues to help staff in both their personal and professional lives.
Sophie Davison – Senior HR Advisor, Retail – HARRODS

Having worked with some of the worlds top sports people I’m aware how incredibly important confidence and self belief is to individual and team success. That’s why Paul’s book, SUMO is so important in helping people to achieve success in life. Read it, digest it and do what it says!
Sir Clive Woodward OBE – Ex Rugby Union Player & former Director of Sport – British Olympic Association

I’ve absolutely no doubt that your SUMO approach can help build resilience and enhance the quality of people’s lives, in both medical and educational settings. The clarity and simplicity of your explanations are accessible to everyone and I know many patients who would benefit from this approach.
Dr. Phil Hammond – GP, Journalist & Broadcaster

I saw Paul present at an international conference. He uniquely addresses one of the biggest barriers to personal and business development… our own minds. The SUMO philosophy was a unanimous hit. Very, very powerful stuff!
Simon Newton-Smith – General Manager – Virgin Atlantic – South Africa

Every organisation these days needs to be looking for value for money…we made an investment in over 2,500 of our staff attending a SUMO seminar with Paul McGee. Staff were given insights and ideas that could help them be more effective at work, deal more positively with the challenge of change, and build better relationships with both the public and colleagues. The overwhelming feedback has been that the sessions were inspiring, thought provoking, humerous but above all practical in helping my staff make a positive difference. I would have no hesitation in recommending Paul McGee and his SUMO philosophy to any organisation.
Chief Constable, CAMBRIDGESHIRE POLICE

May I on behalf of everyone at Manchester United who attended your session, thank you for a great presentation. The feedback has been excellent and all very positive and I know the ideas within your SUMO message are greatly appreciated.
Club Secretary, MANCHESTER UNITED FC