A POWERFUL MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER
From broken neck and alcoholism to ultramarathons and SAS: Who Dares Wins
“James Gwinnett is a powerful and engaging motivational speaker, who tackles the challenging subjects of mental health, overcoming failure and finding identity, engaging audiences with his storytelling technique and unique experiences.”
James’s story is one of overcoming the hardships that life can cruelly throw at us, of transformation, of resilience and of the power of a positive mindset.
A rugby match in February 2013 marked a turning point in James’s life.
A tackle gone wrong left him with a fractured vertebra in his neck and an emptiness as he was told he could no longer play the game he so loved. Feeling worthless and devoid of purpose, his attempts to fill the hole with drinking led to a three-year spiral into depression.
Redemption came in the form of a fitness challenge – the London Marathon. Since then, James has since sought to push his body to its limits in a series of increasingly extreme endurance challenges, proving that, with the right mindset, we are capable of anything.
Companies I’ve worked with:
“Made everyone feel at ease by providing a safe place to ask lots of questions. His humility, openness and powerful story made the talk unique and exciting to listen to.”
Marketing Manager, Concirrus
“James was the living embodiment of the power of positive energy and it was very engaging..”
CEO, Bath Business Improvement District
“A powerful and engaging motivational speaker. He tackled the challenging subject of mental health with class, capturing the audience with his storytelling technique.”
Founder, The Business Exchange
“Delivered a brilliantly motivating presentation on the highs and lows of life in general, and his personal rebuilding. His frank and honest portrayal of the cruelties of life and how to conquer its lows was a fantastic lesson.”
Youth Chairman, Tonbridge Juddians RFC
Media
Alcohol Free Life
Upper Bottom
Sully’s Open Conversation
The Sober Curators
MQ Open Mind
Ultrarunning Sam Podcast
Over The Influence
READY, SET, LIFE
James’s new motivational book – READY, SET, LIFE – is available now, exploring how we can build resilience to all the world has to throw at us on a daily basis. Blending James’s own experiences and a mix of interviews with some truly fascinating people from all walks of life – a polar explorer, a former England rugby player, a former heroin addict, and experts in a range of fields – the book takes the reader on a journey that will give them the tools to not just survive, but thrive, on the rollercoaster of life.
“Spot on ... and so well written!”
- Ollie Ollerton, SAS: Who Dares Wins
“Full of humour and inspiring stories.”
“James writes in a way in which you can't help but laugh, cry, cheer him on and smile.”
“A blunt, no BS view of life. Refreshingly honest.”
“If you want something that … will take you on a journey you could only dream of, this book is for you!”
“An insightful look at the world we’re living in.”
Available in hardback, paperback and Kindle formats here.
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