Joel’s Talks

Joel Stetler offers engaging and insightful talks that can be tailored to fit keynotes, seminars, and workshops of any length. Each talk draws from Joel's personal journey, providing valuable lessons and practical takeaways for corporate, educational, and non-profit audiences. Explore the topics below to find the perfect fit for your event, each designed to inspire, motivate, and foster personal and professional growth.

Liz Ray, Executive Director, Art of Life Cancer Foundation

“It was an honor to have Joel speak at Art of Life Cancer Foundation’s annual Survivor Gathering. He honestly shared his life’s journey and was inspirational, warm and funny. You could hear a pin drop while he spoke and in the end there wasn’t a dry eye in the house.”

Nicole Blaine, Producer, Owner of The Crow Comedy Club, Santa Monica

Joel Stetler is one of the most powerful and compelling storytellers I have ever seen perform live on a stage. His vulnerability is his superpower; genuine and potent, creating waves of emotion profoundly felt by the entire audience. Steltler is a master storyteller who brings you to your knees - you won't be the same after getting to watch him live. 

What you’ll learn

  • Finding Your Rhythm Through Adversity

    Having big, bold, ambitious goals is crucial. However, the key to achieving these goals lies not in focusing solely on the end result but in maintaining a steady rhythm through life’s challenges. This talk, enriched with captivating storytelling from Joel's experiences, including drumming with The Killers, offers strategies to build resilience and embrace change. You'll learn how to harness your inner strength to navigate adversity with determination and poise.

    Three Key Takeaways:

    Learn how to make a subtle shift in your focus that eliminates stress, pressure, and anxiety.

    Experience the power of choice and learn how to use the choices you make to empower your daily life.

    Discover how to build resilience and maintain focus during tough times, ensuring consistent peak performance.

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  • Embracing Uncertainty: Lessons from a Stoic Perspective

    Facing life’s unpredictability requires us to stay grounded and composed. This talk dives into Stoic philosophy, providing profound insights on managing responses to external events and finding peace amidst chaos. Joel combines engaging storytelling with practical examples to help you embrace uncertainty with confidence and clarity.

    Three Key Takeaways:

    Understand and apply practical Stoic principles to manage uncertainty and enhance personal and professional well-being.

    Gain tools to maintain mental clarity and composure in the face of life’s challenges.

    Discover how to transform adversity into opportunities for growth and improvement.

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  • Strength in Numbers: The Power in Community

    Strong connections with others can be a vital source of support and resilience. This talk explores the importance of community and interconnectedness, drawing from Stoic insights and Joel’s experiences in leveraging it through his cancer fight. Learn how building and nurturing relationships can help you overcome adversity and achieve both personal and collective goals.

    Three Key Takeaways:

    Learn the value of community and develop strategies to build strong, supportive connections.

    Experience the benefits of mutual support and empathy in overcoming personal and professional challenges.

    Discover how to leverage the strength of a community to foster resilience and achieve shared objectives.

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Other ideas? Specific needs?

Contact Joel about your event’s theme and he will tailor a talk that’s just right for your messaging!