Lessons from Warren Buffett
Warren Buffett has always been a character that has fascinated me, a man that it worth over $30billion yet still lives in the same modest house he bought in 1958 and pays himself less than an MP, a man that counts Bill Gates as a close friend but likes nothing more than a night in […]
The Meaning of Life in 368 Words
What’s the point? This is a question most of us will ask ourselves throughout the course of our lives. While recently pondering this question I wanted to relay to you a distilled version of the thinking of the Stoic philosopher and Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius, the Buddha and the Auschwitz survivor and author Viktor Frankl […]
Why I Work
I’ve been reading a lot of books and blogs recently about our attitude to work in the West and how it differs to other parts of the World and throughout history. I thought I would reflect on my attitude to work and its place in my life: Work As A Necessary Condition At its most […]
Sustainability Rider for Keynote Speakers
With the effects of the climate crisis being felt across the world, we are at an important crossroads. The decisions we make today will greatly impact our future. As a keynote speaker working internationally, I try to play my part as a change-maker – using my voice to push for the changes needed to reduce […]
Forbes feature on Keynote Speaker James Taylor
Forbes recently ran this feature article on how I adapted my keynote speaking business during the pandemic. The Forbes article is part of a series of pieces by best-selling author Elaine Pofeldt on the trend of Tiny Businesses; microbusinesses making big money—revenue in the high six figures, the seven figures, or beyond. Elaine says; “Thanks […]