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Mike Staver talks to hosts and reporters about what actually happens when leaders face pressure, conflict, and change.

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Recent Media Appearances

What Leaders Pretend Not to Know

August 20, 2026
The Balancing Act Podcast with Andrew Temte
Hear the high school choice that cost Mike two brutal weeks and set his work ethic for life, why acceptance and approval are not the same thing and why confusing them keeps capable leaders stuck, and the coaching conversation Mike would have with the person who looks successful from the outside and is quietly running on empty

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Navigating Crazy with Mike Staver

August 13, 2026
Ninja Selling Podcast
Rob Nelson chats with Mike Staver, author of Navigating Crazy, to explore why modern life can feel overwhelming and how to stay grounded amid chaotic circumstances. Mike argues that the world isn’t necessarily getting worse, but the pace, pressure, and constant demands on our attention have dramatically increased.

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Keynote Speaker: Mike Staver

August 5, 2016
Speak Inc
Mike Staver is the CEO of The Staver Group and has been described as a “rebel with a cause.” What is that cause? Working with leaders in industries around the world to help them confront their realities, zero in on their fears, take action in spite of those fears, and start making the quick decisions necessary to achieve outstanding results in a global economy.

Five Unexpected Lessons On Leadership In The Post-Stability Economy

July 31, 2026
Forbes
If uncertainty has become the operating environment, then leadership is no longer about eliminating instability. It is about helping people and organizations move forward despite it.

What Leaders Pretend Not to Know

August 20, 2026
The Balancing Act Podcast with Andrew Temte
Hear the high school choice that cost Mike two brutal weeks and set his work ethic for life, why acceptance and approval are not the same thing and why confusing them keeps capable leaders stuck, and the coaching conversation Mike would have with the person who looks successful from the outside and is quietly running on empty

Listen on:

Keynote Speaker: Mike Staver

August 5, 2016
Speak Inc
Mike Staver is the CEO of The Staver Group and has been described as a “rebel with a cause.” What is that cause? Working with leaders in industries around the world to help them confront their realities, zero in on their fears, take action in spite of those fears, and start making the quick decisions necessary to achieve outstanding results in a global economy.

Five Unexpected Lessons On Leadership In The Post-Stability Economy

July 31, 2026
Forbes
If uncertainty has become the operating environment, then leadership is no longer about eliminating instability. It is about helping people and organizations move forward despite it.

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Contact us for guest appearances and media inquiries regarding Mike’s core interview session below.

Change isn’t coming — it’s already here. AI is redefining how we work, markets are in constant motion, and what felt predictable yesterday can disappear tomorrow. The pressure to perform, adapt, and stay sane is higher than it’s ever been. So what do you do when everything you used to count on no longer works? How do you lead yourself, and others, through the kind of disruption that doesn’t have a playbook? This session is designed for leaders ready to reclaim their focus, restore their confidence, and learn how to stay grounded when the world feels unsteady. Because while the old ways are breaking down, there are new and better ways to thrive in the face of rapid change.

PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN:
• How to maintain your sense of power, control, and influence even when circumstances are out of your hands
• How to chart a path forward that’ s both strategically smart and humanly sustainable
• Six things you can do immediately to increase focus, reduce anxiety, and strengthen performance in unpredictable times

We live in an age when it is more and more challenging to manage all of the information, demands and challenges that are coming at us. It takes real courage to stand firm in what you believe and then to get your followers to understand what really matters and how to execute effectively. Your ability to influence your followers is key to every step of creating significant results. Courage is the key element in that process.

PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN HOW TO:
• Lead with conviction and confidence—even when circumstances are uncertain.
• Build accountability and trust that drive engagement and performance.
• Turn courage into a daily leadership practice that accelerates results.

Every day massive accomplishments are realized all over the world: diseases being cured; teams winning championships; innovative products going to market; and a host of other positive experiences. These things do not happen by accident. They happen as the direct results of certain fundamental principles. The good news is they aren’t a secret; they aren’t hidden in some far-off locale, waiting to be unearthed. They are ready and available for you right now. While these life and business-transforming principles are simple, they are not always simple to implement.

Here is an opportunity to learn and apply EXACTLY what you need to do to accomplish outstanding results.

PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN HOW TO:
• Apply the equation that consistently creates the highest likelihood of success.
• Master the four key principles for pacing performance without burnout.
• Navigate obstacles and opportunities with clarity and confidence.

What do you stand for? What does your company stand for? Are your values clear? Are they obvious to customers, staff, and the community? Is your company optimally positioned and differentiated by the consistent application of your vision and core values?

Most leaders and organizations are moving at such a rapid pace that taking a step back to think about these things seems like a luxury when, in fact, it couldn’t be more crucial. It doesn’t matter where your company and your industry stands in the growth cycle. Focusing on who you are and what you stand for is the most critical thing you can do.

PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN HOW TO:
• Define and apply organizational values that drive clarity, accountability, and performance.
• Align leadership behavior with culture to improve trust and consistency.
• Strengthen engagement and execution by turning culture into a competitive edge.

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