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Who's Tyler Anyway?
Tyler Hayden CSP, is a keynote speaker like you’ve never experienced before!
As a Canadian Hall of Fame speaker, Tyler continues to be a sought after internationally respected team building designer, best-selling author, and business speaker. Since 1996 he has delivered a powerful punch that inspires teams, innovates management techniques, and invigorates team engagement.
When it comes to empowering audiences and teams to succeed—and to be their best every day—Tyler leads the way with insight and laughter.
His team building workshops and motivational keynote speeches receive rave reviews from managers and business leaders alike.
"Energizing," "hilarious," "who knew learning could be this much fun" and "ideas I can easily implement," are things regularly said by Tyler's clients about his keynotes and team building events.
He is the author of over twenty-five books and the creative mind behind 100s of powerful and fun team building products including:
The Business that Cared About People, The 14-Minute Mentor, Livin' Life Large, Father's & Mother's Message in a Bottle, TEAM Activities, and More.
Tyler is a thought leader who works internationally with Fortune 500, Inc 5000 and Premier Associations to level-up their learning design. Tyler's innovative gamification and in-depth understanding of multiple intelligences yields programs that increase engagement and learning in amazingly simple ways.
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Tyler Trivia
Bite Sized Facts about Motivational Speaker and Team Building Expert Tyler Hayden.
Experience
Tyler has been
speaking full-time
since 1996 and in the Speakers Hall of Fame.
Fearless
Tyler once fed hungry Emu's from his head in Australia
Life's Work
Tyler won
his first speaking competition in grade 5.
Community
Tyler was a Town Councillor in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.
Leadership
Tyler worked 8 years as a consultant to the Young Presidents' Organization starting when he was 23..
Adventure
Tyler has flown loop-d-loops and more in a trick airplane over the Grand Canyon.
Extreme
Tyler swam with sea lions, dolphins and great white sharks all at the same time in Australia.
Engagement
Tyler regularly creates laughter & learning with
audiences of 8 to 8 000 internationally.
Courageous
Tyler went topless on a topless beach while backpacking through Europe.
Explore
Tyler has trekked with Polar Bears in Canada's North & Ridden Camels in an African Desert.
Farmer
Tyler has farmed everything from Crops to Chickens & Agritourism to Beekeeping.
Pets
TTyler has raised 9 dogs, 3 cats, 5 Lovebirds, 3 Rabbits, 8 Ducks, 8 Guinea Pigs, 5 Hamsters, & Fish.
Artist
Tyler creates and sells Folk Art inspired sculptures, paintings, and oddities - from found objects.
Founder
Tyler helped start and was elected President of the Nova Scotia Secondary School Students Assoc.
Hard Worker
Tyler started working at age 12 for local farmers.
His first "real job" was at McDonalds.
Thrill Seeker
Tyler has driven NASACAR as fast as he possibly could ... next stop the Autobahn.
Famous
Tyler has shared the stage with great speakers and celebs ... and they always want a picture with him.
Survivalist
Tyler has tested his survival skills by going naked into the wilderness while it was still snowing.
Dad
Tyler is a engaged Dad who is always cheering on his 5 children with their sports, academics & more.
Fun
Tyler has canyoned in the Alps, skied in restricted areas, and jumped out of airplanes.
Love
Tyler has been blessed to find the most amazing person to spend his life with - meet Meg.
Restoration
Tyler has restored, renovated and built 9 properties on the South Shore of Nova Scotia.
Play Hard
Tyler finds fun things to do while at work from dog sledding to dangling off of the CN Tower.
Broadway
Tyler sang on broadway in Phantom of the Opera. But during intermission as he's usually off key.
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Top 10 Team Building Ideas for 2026
Hey Team Builders!
We’re charging into 2026 with more energy than a double espresso on a Monday morning! My mission? To help organizations like yours create super-sized out-of-the-box fun, covered in learning awesomesauce. From motivational keynotes to team building events—both in-person and virtual—it’s all about gamified, measurable learning that actually sticks.
This year, I’m ramping up our Team Building School (get ready for exclusive sneak peeks!) and putting the finishing touches on Rubber Chicken AI, our new SaaS tool for designing unforgettable team experiences. Whether you’re in healthcare, government, manufacturing, or education, I’m here to help your team connect, communicate, and crush their goals.
Stay tuned for monthly tips, stories, and a little corporate humor—because learning should always be an adventure.
Shed the Pounds – Managers’ Top 10 Resolutions for a Better Team
Did I ever just love making that holiday turkey (and Tofurkey for me) ... as I shimmied up for yet another plate of that sultry Tofurkey love, I unbuckled my belt and thought: This year, I'm totally keeping my New Year’s resolutions! Right? Well, at least I’m going to do some things better.
So, as a leader and manager, here are my Top 10 Resolutions for Building a Better Team in 2026:
Lose Weight – Create better financial hygiene with proper staffing, expenditures, and energy use.
Get Organized – Better allocate and sustainably share team resources.
Spend Less/Save More – Look at online collaboration tools.
Stay Fit and Healthy – Find new ways of making team time a healthy initiative.
Learn Something New – Explore a new way of connecting learning to team design.
Stop Smoking – Discuss, don’t resent.
Help Others – Bring your performance reviews and employee growth into real time.
Give More – Invest your time to cast a better manager/leader shadow.
Fall in Love – Get your people to fall in love with the place they work.
Spend More Time with Family – Reward people with more time with family for going above and beyond at work.
1. Lose Weight
It’s time to get lean and efficient. We all have excess—whether it’s projects, subscriptions, or outdated habits. Cut what doesn’t add value, streamline travel and communication costs, and let go of what weighs your team down. Set the excess free and watch your bottom line tighten up. I'm going to drop subscriptions I'm not using, and learn more about what my AI tools can do to help me shed a bit of the unwanted weight.
2. Get Organized
Kick off your first team meeting by analyzing what you Have Lots of, what’s Nice to Have, and what you Gotta Have. Organize not just effort, but effectiveness—share resources and skills for a more sustainable, efficient team. It's kinda like those reality TV shows where they try to organize the mess ... sell, keep, dispose. I'm starting with my office desk and then into the storeroom and the warehouse where I keep my team building tools.
Please don't ask me to pan right... there's more ;)
3. Spend Less/Save More
Move your team into the 21st century with collaborative tools. Cut down on endless emails and meetings—use platforms that keep everyone in the loop and drive real-time progress. How can you streamline your workflow - project management tools? CRM tools? Bots? More? I'm going to lean into our CRM tool and some of the support folks who can help me to maximize their functionality... it's great to have the "toys" but its a shame to leave 'em in the box and not play with them. (Spoiler Alert: American Pickers isn't coming anytime soon to buy your antique SAAS products - use them!)
4. Stay Fit and Healthy
Make healthy habits a team thing! Swap out the sweets for fruit at meetings, try walking meetings, or treat the team to an onsite massage. Healthy teams mean fewer sick days and more energy. This is number one... I'm going to use the hotel gyms more, have walking meetings with coaching clients, and above all protect my wellness time -- oh and maybe when I "Skip the Dishes" I'll forget the carbs and grab a stunning salad!
5. Learn Something New
Start a team book club or learning challenge. Pick a topic, share insights, and build knowledge together. It’s simple, inexpensive, and powerful for team growth. Keep the brain units flowing... I remember chatting with an old man who was well into his 80's - Mr. Wentzel - he did a page from the Grade 10 math book everyday to stay sharp. I'm going to try new recipes in the kitchen, travel to new countries, and yes... even... gulp sharpen up my French Language skills... what are you going to do? I have clients hiring me to run a regular book club with their teams... that's an easy win for you right?
6. Stop Smoking
It’s okay to get passionate, but don’t let post-meeting resentment linger. Agree to disagree, then move forward together. Consider a behavioral contract or a laughing club to keep things light. There is enough smoke on the water in the world these days... Let's tone the noise down. Be a champion of kindness and fun. I'm adding a new offering to my conference mix ... its a character that will walk around your conference and be "Agent Nice" - being soooo nice to everyone and making them laugh...
Agent Nice Debut in December - what a hit!
7. Help Others
Real-time feedback is a game-changer. Use tools like 360 feedback to help your team grow now, not just at annual reviews. Progressive support attracts and retains top talent. Let's really coach our teams. Help them to hone their strengths and see real results. Let's be champions of each other. To help do this - I'm mentoring 3 new Canadian's who are on a professional speaking or entrepreneurial path, I'm giving feedback to those chasing the TEDx stage, and I'm even helping to build a community online to that helps speakers not only automate their success and business but also learn better stage and delivery practices - reach out if you'd like to find out more. Learn More: Speaker Connect
8. Give More
Get your hands dirty and be seen as an active, collaborative leader. Cast a big, positive shadow by working alongside your team. I was at a conference recently and they hugged - a lot. I'm a hugger -- I'm a 6 foot 5 tree after all. What this conference reminded me is that how we embrace each other (not necessarily physically but professionally) makes a huge difference in how connected we feel. This year I'm going to embrace others professionally by reaching out more often through random texts, calls, and even letters. I think old ways of connecting and collaborating with feel new again.
9. Fall in Love
Create a culture people love—one that’s fun, authentic, and celebrates short-term wins. Energized teams are built on excitement and connection. Do things differently. Period. I'm going to add new stories to my keynotes, launch new games, and get www.rubberchicken.ai (the non-beta version) up and running so that fun can be let free like a flock of chickens.
My chickens from my old farm - not the best "flying flocks"
10. Spend More Time with Family
Recognize the importance of both work and home families. Reward your team with time for what matters most, and celebrate together—whether it’s a family BBQ or sending a kid to camp. How can we be community champions? How do we share our gifts? Send me your stories - I can't wait to see what you do to make positive growth in your team and community....
Here’s to a lighter, brighter, and more connected 2026!
What People Say ...
General Manager
"Saying Tyler is a motivational speaker is like comparing a VW Beetle to the Space Shuttle. He is much much more... I cannot recommend Tyler enough. He has an unbelievable talent for bringing together people from diverse backgrounds including cross generations."
Project Manager
"Tyler Hayden has delivered several content rich, exciting and fun team building events for our business. As a project manager I can always count on the quality and effectiveness of investing in Tyler.
He is able to connect with the team, from the Executives to the Field Supervisors in our company."
Manager
"It was a very high energy, fun session that got everyone involved and laughing! Your technique of delivering the message of paradigms and change was unique and well demonstrated and one that our sales force will definitely remember. A truly high energy, entertaining way to deliver the message! Thank you."
Assistant General Manager
“Entertaining, energetic and certainly outside the box, Tyler left our group with some key messages that we will carry with us going forward and these will ultimately help us be even more successful. His presentation was full of energy and very entertaining."
Property Adjustor
“Tyler had us at Hello. He is pure energy and you can't help but hang on his every word. Our group was ready for some good laughs, which we got. And Tyler even managed to tie it back to our client service theme. Only wish we'd had more time with him.”
Manager
“Tyler was a huge hit at our event. The crowd loved him, so entertaining and the feedback today has been pouring in and very positive. His energy is definitely infectious and it did not feel like we were there with him for 2.5 hours, the time flew by, he had the crowd completely engaged the whole time!”
Sales & Business Development
“Tyler, your ability to tie your message of Livin' Life Large into our "Focusing on the Customer" theme was not only motivational, it was exciting. You delivered the message with so much energy and humor that participants are still laughing. You engaged the audience at the first minute and never let go...you were more than we ever expected.”
Regional Manager
“Tyler took the time to fully understand our meeting message and objectives. He also went the extra distance by aquainting himself with our company, providing a cultural connect with his presentation. A fun filled learning experience.”
President
“We worked with Tyler for 4 years as our main stage host. Every year he reinvented himself, bringing amazing audience participation, engaging dialogue with keynoters, and a fun yet professional image to our event. I would not hesitate for a moment to recommend Tyler as your EMCEE and Keynote solution for your next event.”
Manager
"Tyler added SO much fun and energy into our first day of our retreat. Everyone had great things to say, and the room was full of tons of laughter and smiles. I can’t say enough good things about Tyler. His positivity and energy are contagious, and I am certainly going to keep him top of mind for future team building sessions."
Manager
"Tyler presented exactly what he guaranteed. The session was informative, motivational and entertaining! Tyler wrapped up our conference with a bang!Participants left energized and motivated to set their own goals and to go out there and get them! Well done, thank you Tyler!"
Chair
“Tyler's participation in our event promoted team work and networking with a creative burst of energy.
We might not all be ready to jump out of an airplane, but we all jumped back into our workplaces with a fresh perspective.”
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