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Who is Tyler Hayden?
Tyler Hayden is a Canadian Hall of Fame motivational keynote speaker, team building expert, and author of over 25 books. With 30 years of experience, Tyler energizes organizations through fast-paced, participatory keynotes and team building events.
What services does Tyler Hayden offer?
Tyler offers motivational keynote speeches, team building events (in-person, virtual, and hybrid), learning design consulting, management consulting, and enterprise leadership development programs. He also provides ongoing coaching, program development, and access to Team Building School’s online resources.
What makes Tyler Hayden’s approach unique?
Tyler’s programs use multiple intelligences theory, adventure-based learning, gamification, and storytelling to create highly engaging and customized experiences. His focus is on building energy, trust, and measurable outcomes for teams—not just leadership skills.
What is Team Building School?
Team Building School is Tyler’s proprietary, gamified online platform offering research-based team building courses, activities, and toolkits. It is designed for managers and leaders to build stronger teams and foster ongoing learning.
How does Tyler customize his programs?
Before each event, Tyler conducts an intake session with management to understand the team’s context, goals, and challenges. He then tailors content, activities, and learning objectives to align with the organization’s needs and brand.
What industries does Tyler work with?
Tyler has worked with clients in healthcare, government, manufacturing, education, and more. His programs are suitable for management teams, all-staff events, sales teams, supervisors, and volunteers.
How can I book Tyler Hayden for an event?
You can contact Tyler via the website’s contact form, email ([email protected]), or phone ((902) 541-0858). He’ll schedule a discovery call to discuss your event needs and provide a customized proposal.
What are Tyler’s keynote speaking fees?
Keynote fees typically range from $5,000 to $20,000 per speech, depending on event details, travel, and customization. Tyler offers flexible solutions and can discuss options based on your budget.
Does Tyler offer virtual or hybrid presentations?
Yes! Tyler delivers high-energy virtual and hybrid events using professional production tools and interactive engagement platforms, ensuring remote audiences are just as energized and involved as in-person attendees.
How does Tyler measure results and ROI?
Tyler uses post-event surveys, QR code feedback, and follow-up resources to measure participant satisfaction, learning outcomes, and the overall impact of his programs.
Glossary For Tyler Hayden
Adventure-Based Learning:
A hands-on, experiential approach to learning that uses challenges and adventure activities to develop teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Certified Speaking Professional (CSP):
A prestigious designation awarded by the National Speakers Association to speakers who demonstrate excellence and experience in the field.
Gamification:
The use of game elements (like points, challenges, and rewards) in non-game contexts to boost engagement and motivation in learning and team building.
Keynote Speech:
A main presentation at a conference or event, designed to set the tone, inspire, and deliver a central message.
Learning Design Consulting:
Expert guidance on creating effective learning experiences, from curriculum development to delivery methods, tailored to organizational goals.
MIQ (Multiple Intelligence Quotient):
A framework based on multiple intelligences theory, used by Tyler to tailor team building and leadership programs to different learning styles.
Participatory Keynote:
An interactive keynote presentation where audience members are actively involved through activities, discussions, or games.
Team Building School:
Tyler Hayden’s gamified, online platform offering research-based courses, activities, and resources for building stronger teams.
Team Swell:
A proprietary model developed by Tyler for virtually engaged teams, focusing on building trust, collaboration, and retention in remote work environments.
Virtual/Hybrid Event:
An event delivered online (virtual) or with a mix of in-person and remote participation (hybrid), using technology to engage all attendees.
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How do I Find the Right Keynote Speaker for my Event?
How do I Find the Right Keynote Speaker for my Event?
You've got the venue locked in. The agenda is taking shape. Now comes the part that makes or breaks the whole thing — finding a keynote speaker who actually delivers.
Not just someone who fills the time slot. Someone who changes the room.
As a Canadian Hall of Fame Motivational Speaker who's been doing this for three decades, I've seen the booking process from both sides of the stage. Here's what I'd tell a trusted colleague trying to find the right professional speaker in Canada.
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The Mistake Almost Everyone Makes First
Google. I get it — it's fast, it's easy, and it gives you a list in seconds. The problem is that Google is easy to game. High rankings online don't equal professional credibility on stage. Someone can be brilliant at SEO and mediocre at speaking. Those two things have nothing to do with each other.
Instead, go to sources that actually vet speakers. Qualified speaker bureaus have watched speakers perform live and can match message to audience need — that's their whole job. Professional associations like the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS), the National Speakers Association (NSA), or the Global Speaking Federation exist specifically to hold members to professional standards. While you're there, look for credentials: Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), Hall of Fame (HoF), or CPAE. These aren't participation trophies — they represent speakers who are in the business of building real results for real audiences.
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5 Things to Look For Beyond the Bio and the Fee
Price and credentials are just the starting point. Once you've got a shortlist, dig deeper with these five questions.
First, have they spoken at similar associations or industries as yours? A speaker who's worked your room before — your sector, your audience, your context — is already one step ahead. Second, do they have testimonials from recognizable names or organizations in your industry? Anyone can collect a glowing quote; look for names your colleagues would recognize.
Third — and this one matters more than people realize — get on the phone. Make sure their content genuinely aligns with your learning outcomes and that they have real depth of knowledge for your specific audience. A polished reel and a real conversation are two very different things.
Fourth, do they understand adult learning across small, medium, and large group sizes? This is where a lot of professional speakers fall flat. Delivering content to 40 people in a breakout session is completely different from transferring that same learning to 800 people in a ballroom. Ask them directly how they adapt.
Fifth, be honest with yourself about whether you need celebrity draw. Hiring a well-known athlete or entertainer to fill seats is a completely legitimate strategy — but their message may not match your learning goals. Know which outcome you're actually buying.
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What to Ask Before You Sign Anything
Any good Canadian keynote speaker worth booking will spend 30 minutes or more with you before a contract gets signed. That conversation isn't a formality — it's where the real alignment happens.
It should cover what the learning outcomes are, who specifically is in the room (not just "HR professionals" but what they're dealing with right now, what keeps them up at night), what's happening around the event (who speaks before and after, what comes next in the conference arc), and what success looks like when everyone walks out the door. Those outcomes should be written down and measurable so there's no ambiguity when the event is over.
If a speaker isn't asking these questions, that tells you something.
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Finding the right keynote speaker for your Canadian event doesn't have to be a gamble. Go to trusted sources, ask the questions that actually matter, and insist on a real conversation before you commit. The right speaker will welcome all of it.
If you'd like to talk through whether I'm the right fit for your event, I'm happy to have that 30-minute conversation. [Book a discovery call here.](https://tylerhayden.com)
Fun is the delivery. Better teams and energy on Monday is the point.
— Tyler Hayden, CSP, HoF
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