When Walter Bond steps onto the stage, you can’t miss him. It could be because he’s 6’5 and stands out in a crowd, but it could also be because on the stage is where he feels at home. As a nationally recognized public speaker, he commands the stage. He makes the entire audience, whether it’s a small board room or a large conference venue, feel seen. People walk out of Walter’s talks changed, motivated, and inspired. His principles are simple but powerful, his delivery is smooth, and he combines humor, tough love, and experience in a way that changes people.
Walter’s third and most recently released book Swim!, has picked up speed since its debut in July, and has become a staple for business people and students across the country. His easy-to-read professional development book combines lovable characters, relatable life lessons, and hard truths that help readers understand the power of leadership, mentoring, and next-level success. When Walter steps onto the stage, you can’t miss him. It could be because he’s 6’5 and stands out in a crowd, but it could also be because on the stage is where he feels at home. As a nationally recognized public speaker, he commands the stage. He makes the entire audience, whether it’s a small board room or a large conference venue, feel seen. People walk out of Walter’s talks changed, motivated, and inspired. His principles are simple but powerful, his delivery is smooth, and he combines humor, tough love, and experience in a way that changes people.
Walter Bond travels the country speaking, coaching, teaching, and inspiring companies across a wide range of industries, from financial services to agriculture and franchising to real estate and many more in between. At any given time, you can find Walter leading a mastermind class, offering one-on-one professional development, hosting book talks, and coaching hungry business leaders and entrepreneurs towards success. He is also the author of “All Butts Stink,” a book that delves into overcoming challenges and enhancing leadership skills, which he often promotes during his engaging book talks.
While many know Walter Bond as a former NBA player, more and more people know Walter as a passionate and motivated speaker, author, and business coach with one goal: to help people see their full potential.
Walter graduated from the University of Minnesota and has been married to his wife and business partner Antoinette for nearly 30 years. They have three adult children.
Is Walter Bond’s journey story of going from a college reserve to starting in the NBA 18 months after a broken foot incident that left him sidelined during his senior year of college. This traumatic injury left him questioning his abilities, what was next for him, and how he could make it to the NBA now. With a mindset of never giving up and resiliency, Walter shifted his attitude and got into gear to hit his goal of playing with the most elite players in the world by putting in the hard work to get there. Walter’s storytelling abilities will engage your audience and get them so locked in that they will stay engaged the entire hour. To achieve what some think is unimaginable, mastering the mindset and developing the skillset toward the goal is what Walter teaches his audiences how to go back and execute on a higher level.
The Shark Mindset became an internet sensation as Walter Bond communicated in his passionate style the tangible traits of Sharks that make them the Apex Predators of the Ocean. This Mindset can be embedded in each of us as relentless business people to grow and amplify our skills on a daily basis. Numerous organizations across the world have adopted it as a unifying call to team up and be more focused, resilient, and determined in daily habits, efforts, and approaches.
In today’s ever-shifting business environment, a thriving workplace culture is more crucial than ever for sustained success. Drawing insights from Walter Bond’s transformative book, “Cultivate, this keynote addresses the vital strategies and principles that empower organizations to foster a positive, high- performing culture. Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking session that delves into the essence of cultivating a winning workplace culture. Learn how to nurture a sense of purpose, promote effective communication, and build a cohesive team that is driven by shared fate, values, and goals. Discover practical steps to create an environment where employees feel valued, motivated, and committed to excellence to propel your organization forward.
In today’s fast-paced world, businesses and professionals must adapt swiftly to stay ahead of the curve. Join renowned speaker Walter Bond for an exhilarating keynote designed to help you accelerate your success, fast-track your growth, and bounce back stronger from any setback. This transformative session will equip you with the insights and strategies needed to elevate your business and career rapidly. Walter Bond will share actionable steps to help you adapt, innovate, and thrive in a constantly evolving marketplace. Speed is Power.
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