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Piotr Prokopowicz Keynote Speaker

  • A leading expert in the fields of leadership and organizational psychology.
  • Member at Stanford Culture Lab.
  • Partner at Freenovation, a consulting firm focused on diagnosing and developing cultures of innovation.

Piotr Prokopowicz's Biography

Dr. Piotr Prokopowicz is a leading expert in the fields of leadership and organizational psychology, boasting over 15+ years of experience in utilizing research to drive growth in people and products.

As a bestselling author, award-winning educator, and evidence-based management evangelist, Dr. Prokopowicz is uniquely qualified to understand the intersection of technology, leadership, and culture, and how they shape the future of work.

Dr. Prokopowicz holds several esteemed positions, including Affiliate Member at the Stanford Culture Lab, Visiting Researcher at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, Assistant Professor at the Jagiellonian University, and MBA lecturer at numerous business schools in Europe. He is also a former research consultant at the Great Place to Work Institute in Copenhagen and a co-founder and partner at Freenovation, a consulting firm focused on diagnosing and developing cultures of innovation. He is a Ryoichi Sasakawa Young Leaders Fellowship Fund and Kosciuszko Fellow and has collaborated with multiple international institutions and businesses.

His work has been featured in prominent publications such as Fast Company, Harvard Business Review, and other media outlets. As a trainer, researcher, and consultant, he has worked with over 100 companies, including IBM, Aon, Motorola, Pfizer, Coca-Cola, PZU, GE Healthcare, Zendesk, ABB, ING, Aviva, Greenpeace, Bahlsen, and Great Place to Work Europe.

As a speaker, Dr. Prokopowicz captivates audiences with his expertise on leadership, innovation, culture, and strategies for creating a smarter and more fulfilling workplace.

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Piotr Prokopowicz's Speaking Topics

  • • What You Expect Is What You Get: On the Power of a Growth Mindset in Leadership and Beyond:

One of the most universal principles of human psychology is that we get what we expect. Not due to some cosmic law of attraction or the mystical power of quantum entanglement. It's due to how our beliefs shape our experiences, color our interactions, and ultimately change the world around us. By leveraging the power of reframing, self-affirmation, and the growth mindset, we can empower ourselves to develop ourselves and the organizations around us. At its core, the power of expectations is about recognizing our own potential for growth and self-realization. The more we believe in ourselves, the more we can do, and the more we can influence our environment. Leaders with a growth mindset are more likely to create an environment in which their team can thrive. They understand that failure is an opportunity to learn and grow, not a condemnation of them as leaders. They are also more likely to strive for new goals and take risks that may not always pay off. How to thrive in ambiguity? How to take ownership of your potential? What is the difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset? And most importantly, what does the mythical king of Cyprus tell us about our impact on the people around us? In his short, humorous, and evidence-based power speech, Dr. Piotr Prokopowicz, a psychologist at the Stanford Culture Lab and Jagiellonian University, will share simple rules that enable leaders to use a growth mindset to empower themselves and their surroundings to change the world according to their expectations.

  • • Agile Leadership: How To Guide People In Times of Uncertainty:

The past few years have been a rollercoaster ride for leaders and managers, with the Coronavirus pandemic, the challenges of returning to the office, and the ongoing armed conflict in Ukraine all shaking our confidence in the stability of our organizations. It's easy to get caught up in the chaos and forget what's truly important in business: people. But amidst all this turmoil, there's been one shining light: the power of leaders who can support their teams in crisis, take their perspective, and use agile leadership to build effective and innovative teams. In his engaging talk, Dr. Prokopowicz will be addressing questions like: 1) What type of leaders are best equipped to overcome crises and build resilience? 2) What really motivates people in a situation of uncertainty and sudden change? 3) What kind of leaders do our teams need to regain their vision and look boldly into the future? With real-life business cases and examples, Dr. Prokopowicz will be sharing his evidence-based insights and strategies for managing paradoxes and leading teams through crises. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an expert on agile leadership and join Dr. Piotr Prokopowicz to gain the knowledge and skills you need to build an effective and innovative team.

  • • The Mindset of Success: Understanding the Science of Self-Motivation:

Are you struggling to stay motivated and achieve your personal and career goals amidst the chaos of everyday life? Are your kids setting the curtains on fire, your partner hogging all the internet bandwidth, and Netflix released a new season of your favorite show all at once? Well, don't worry, because Dr. Piotr Prokopowicz has got you covered! With over 15 years of experience in using research to inform day-to-day career decisions, he's here to share his expert insights on how to stay motivated and achieve your goals, even in the face of distractions and distractions. In his engaging and light-hearted talk, Dr. Prokopowicz will take a closer look at some of the most popular beliefs surrounding personal and professional development, and share key principles for adapting an evidence-based approach to career, success, and everyday life. So, whether you're a busy parent, a stressed-out professional, or just someone looking to make some positive changes in your life, this talk is for you! So put down that remote, disconnect from your partner's internet, and join Dr. Prokopowicz as he helps you set your career and personal goals on fire... in the best possible way!

  • • Innovation Under Fire: Understanding the Impact of Poor Leadership on Creativity and What Can Be Done:

Are you tired of leading teams that seem to lack creativity and innovation? Do you ever wonder why your team can't seem to come up with new and exciting ideas, even though you know they have the potential? Well, you're not alone! In his humorous and engaging talk, Dr. Prokopowicz is here to share his expertise on the leadership behaviors that kill creativity and stifle innovation. He'll take a closer look at the common mistakes that leaders make, and share evidence-based and experience-based principles for building and leading teams that have innovation in their DNA. You'll learn how to avoid the pitfalls that can kill creativity and stifle innovation, and instead, create an environment that fosters and encourages it. You'll also learn how to identify and leverage the strengths of your team members, and how to turn your team into an innovation factory. So whether you're a leader looking to take your team's creativity and innovation to the next level, or just someone who's passionate about sparking new ideas, this talk is for you! Join Dr. Prokopowicz as he challenges popular beliefs about innovation and creativity, and helps you unleash the full potential of your team.

  • • The Power of Serendipity: How to Design Your Organization for Creativity, Innovation, and Success:

The greatest innovation of our times isn’t the lightbulb, the radio, or even the transistor. It’s the recipe for routinizing creativity. What Thomas Edison, Steve Jobs, and Astro Teller got right is the solution to a century-old management paradox—the trade-off between creative autonomy and organizational alignment. I call it “The Serendipity Blueprint”. The competitive advantage of modern organizations has been largely based on their potential for innovation. Yet still, the majority of leaders curb the creativity or productivity of their teams by continuously making simple, avoidable mistakes. What leadership behaviors kill creativity and implementation? How to build and lead teams that have innovation in their DNA? In my talks, I challenge popular beliefs about innovation and creativity, sharing experience- and evidence-based principles for turning regular teams into innovation factories. Ultimately, I share three principles to harness the power of serendipity and answer a simple question: “Where to great ideas come from?" For the last 15 years, I have explored various ways in which the best scientific evidence can inform our day-to-day lives. In my talk, I examine and question wildly popular beliefs in the areas of innovation, creativity, and success, sharing key principles for adapting the evidence-based approach to coming up with and implementing new ideas.

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Videos of Piotr Prokopowicz

To Change the World, You Only Need To Get Two Things Right | Piotr Prokopowicz | TEDxKotor
To Change the World, You Only Need To Get Two Things Right | Piotr Prokopowicz | TEDxKotor

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