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“I thought today would be a fluffy, rah-rah motivational talk without substance. MAN, WAS I WRONG. This was a really great program.”
Jake Thompson equips:
sales teams, athletes, and leaders
with the mental edge and daily habits
to turn potential into performance,
motivating them to Compete Every Day.
Jake’s message and method have reached 85,000+ leaders across every industry, including Titleist Golf/Footjoy, Deloitte, and numerous Fortune 500 companies. His signature speaking programs are insanely practical and immediately actionable.
Refreshingly free of fluff and theory, each Compete Every Day program is designed to equip teams with a repeatable system they can put into practice right away. It’s motivational speaking that does more than just hype crowds—it changes behavior for good.
Signature programs
to immediately improve performance
and get winning results in work and life
Plan your next defining moment with Jake
See why top organizations trust Jake to deliver an untraditional motivational message that yields untraditional results.
If you’re looking for an encouraging and actionable program, you’re in the right place. Every event with Jake includes practical takeaways and mental performance tools your team can start using ASAP.
Talk is one thing. Doing is another. Jake has over a decade of real competitive experience—building a 7-figure brand, publishing two highly-rated books, hosting a podcast ranked in the top 1% globally, and directly influencing over 85,000 leaders on how to Compete Every Day®.
Working with Jake is more than a keynote; it’s a fully customizable program with pre-event promotion, podcast integration, live panels, workshops, book bundles, custom gear, and more. Basically, it’s one epic team-building and leadership development event.
Jake’s a competitive guy, so being hailed the “lowest maintenance speaker ever” is his goal for every event. Event planners love working with Jake because he shows up prepared and is fully invested in the whole experience. You won’t catch him hiding out until his talk; he’ll be right there with your team at happy hour!
When you hire Jake, you’re not just getting a speaker, but a partner in making your event the best experience ever. Before the event, Jake provides a complete media kit that includes shareable graphics, bios, session descriptions, and other promotional tools. Jake also records a personal video for you to share with your team to help build excitement leading up to the event.
No participation trophies here.
only real results from stages around the world
“His enthusiasm for personal and professional growth is contagious, making him not just a speaker but A TRUE MOTIVATOR WHO INSPIRES CHANGE.”
Troy Sacco, Five Star Parks & Attractions
“IN 25+ YEARS OF HIRING SPEAKERS, JAKE IS TOP OF MY LIST. Very inspirational and thought-provoking message that resonated with our attendees of all ages. He did a 90-minute session and kept everyone engaged throughout the talk.”
Thomas Balzer, CEO, Ohio Trucking Association
“Jake’s ability to make these principles directly relevant to our franchisee managers, and other leaders was truly impressive…MAKING JAKE AN INVALUABLE SPEAKER for any franchisor seeking to empower their network.”
Michael Skitzki, Goldfish Swim Schools
“Jake’s ability to blend his personal story with strategic insights provided MOTIVATION THAT HAS LASTED WELL BEYOND THE EVENT!”
Tom Rossi, Westrock
Frequently Asked Questions
You will be hard-pressed to find a more transparent motivational speaker. If you do, be sure to let Jake know…he’s always up for a challenge! Here are the top questions asked about working with Jake, answered in his own words—radically honest.
Absolutely! My sessions are not just boring slides on a screen, but I work to create an online experience for each audience. Expect interactive, exciting stories that will entertain AND educate your team on what to do next after the session.
That’s ok! I can make a successful pivot up to just a few days before an event. Rest assured, I can create an experience in my virtual studio or in person to inspire and engage your audience.
I’m not a “fly in & fly out” kind of guy. My goal is to help you make your event a success. That includes partnering on the event with pre-event videos to promote registration, being approachable off-stage and throughout the event for Q&As and conversations, and delivering value that goes beyond the keynote, so attendees leave not just my session, but your whole event with more than they expected!
In full transparency, I will use previously rehearsed stories from my past that we know work well with teaching audiences, and will pair them with a customized structure and teaching points unique to your audience.
This allows me the ability to create an experience with my most popular content while speaking directly to your audience’s specific challenge and how they can compete to overcome it. My goal is to make sure your audience leaves with the knowledge and skills to conquer the challenges we will have discussed prior to the event.
It really varies, but I know that doesn’t help you very much. To give you a better idea, my fee ranges from $12,500 to $20,000 for events in the USA. This does not include program adds like book bundles and custom merch, or travel and hotel accommodations.
Again, in the name of full transparency, I have spoken at a discounted rate depending on the location (for example, if I’m already in your city!) or if we can come to an agreement that works for both of us.
If you’re doubting whether you can make the budget work, go ahead and reach out. I’d love to learn what you’re working with and how we might be able to make it work! Remember, the answer is always ‘no’ if you don’t ask!
I’d love to try and make something work! I was raised by a family of teachers (mom, grandmother, aunt, and uncle, all teachers), and the education industry has a near and dear place in my heart. I’ve spoken at high schools, colleges, and nonprofits nationwide and found a way to work within their budget limitations. Let’s talk about how we can do it for you too.
Absolutely! We offer bulk discounts on all books and journals, as well as Compete Every Day apparel. We can provide your attendees with one of our current designs or collaborate on a custom shirt and wristband with your company colors. Check out our gear here.
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Trade affirmations and wishful thinking for an all-star program that sticks.
Craft a fully customized leadership performance program to get your people laser-focused on the 1% habits that change everything. Signature programs include keynotes, workshops, executive coaching, and all the gear to keep your team competing long after the event wraps.
To get in contact with Jake, use the form below or email his team directly at: booking@competeeverday.com.