Simon T. bailey

Executive advisor, researcher, and speaker

UNLOCK BRILLIANCE. AMPLIFY HOPE.

Simon T. Bailey ignites the spark within. As a globally recognized advisor and speaker, he guides individuals and organizations to amplify hope, rise from challenge, and lead with the conviction that brilliance grows where belief is restored.

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simon is The world’s leading expert in brilliance.

With a career spanning over 30 years, he is globally recognized as an executive advisor, researcher, and keynote speaker. His influence, extending to 2,600 companies across 100 countries, reflects his commitment to helping leaders amplify hope, activate brilliance, and inspire momentum in their teams. He believes…

  • With a core belief that inherent brilliance thrives within each person, Simon is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations foster self-actualization and innovation in all environments. His unique approach combines motivational insights with practical strategies, turning inspiration into actionable change. This blend has earned him widespread acclaim and solidified his position as a leader in personal and professional development.

  • Simon’s repertoire of insightful books serves as a cornerstone for those pursuing personal mastery, while Brilliance 360 AI introduces a new, future-ready pathway for growth and guidance. Together, these offerings reflect Simon’s vision that brilliance is a journey anyone can embark upon—strengthened by hope, the right tools, and a supportive voice by your side.

  • Simon T. Bailey shines as a guide and catalyst for transformation. His expertise in connecting and inspiring individuals and organizations makes him an invaluable asset for anyone seeking to realize their full potential and navigate a path to success and innovation. With Simon, embarking on the journey toward brilliance is an empowering and enlightening experience.

Experience transformative speaking engagements.

Simon T. Bailey’s speaking offerings support leaders and teams who are ready to grow, adapt, and thrive.

With strategically developed topics that amplify hope, strengthen resilience, and elevate well-being, Simon provides a roadmap for unlocking potential within the rapidly shifting landscape of modern business. His sessions unite inspiration, data, and practical tools to help leaders activate brilliance at scale. Each engagement becomes a pivotal step toward cultivating a culture of hope and excellence.

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Your ultimate resource for personal excellence.

Simon T. Bailey offers a comprehensive suite for your best self. Here are our Brilliant Offerings, including Brilliance 360 AI. With Simon, embark confidently on your journey to excellence and self-discovery.

speaking

Motivating audiences with practical wisdom to grow as a leader and human being

research

Groundbreaking research revealing the crucial role of resilience in workplace success

BRILLIANce 360 AI

Guiding leaders with AI-powered mentorship that amplifies hope and unlocks brilliance

books

Inspiring change with transformative insights for personal and professional growth

media

Spreading impactful insights to the masses to maximize potential in individuals and organizations

newsletter

Enlightening through thoughts, tips, and updates that inspire readers to live authentically

RESILIENCE@WORK

Embrace your inner resilience.

Simon T. Bailey's new book, Resilience@Work, is a master class in personal and professional endurance. Released in February 2024, the book is a compelling guide to becoming an inspiring leader who fosters resilience in every climate. Through relatable characters and engaging storytelling, it illustrates how to transform adversity into opportunity and stress into productivity. The book is a pivotal resource for those looking to coach themselves into a future of success and contribute positively to any organization. Order now to start building resilience and lead with brilliance.

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a song for a new era

Spark hope wherever you are.

Inspired by Simon T. Bailey’s movement to awaken hope and possibility, Amplify Hope is an anthem for anyone seeking light in a changing world. It blends powerful lyrics with a universal message: when we lead with kindness, courage, and compassion, we spark transformation in ourselves and others.

  • "Simon was was nothing short of extraordinary."

    “Having Simon T.  Bailey, at our ATL Airport District CVB Annual Meeting was nothing short of extraordinary. With his theme “Be the Spark” he delivered a keynote that ignited energy across the room and left our 200+ attendees inspired to take action.”

    Mercedes Miller
    President, ATL Airport District CVB 

  • "I’ll start with one word, people. Simon invests in people."

    “He dedicates his time, his life, and his talents, to developing leaders around the world. We are so blessed to have a relationship with Simon, and what I will say about Simon is he connects with people because of the work he puts in to get to know them. When we first met Simon, he asked about our organization, he asked about our culture, he asked about the needs that our people had. He built a relationship from the beginning so he could connect to the culture and the team within the organization.”

    Bill Luth
    Executive Vice President, Signet Jewelers

  • "Simon is one of the most gifted and charismatic speakers I’ve ever met. "

    “His sole purpose in life is to improve the lives of others and bring them to live lives of true brilliance & passion, operating from levels higher than they ever thought possible. He was the keynote speaker for our first-ever True to You Leadership Summit and had everyone in the room engaged and eager for more. His larger-than-life energy engulfed the room and made you feel like he was sharing his wisdom directly with you. Simon is a difference-maker with a very special set of skills. Thanks, Simon for all you do to make us brilliant.”

    Camye Mackey
    Chief People Officer, Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena

  • "On behalf of New York City SHRM, I highly recommend Dr. Simon T. Bailey!”

    “Select Dr. Simon T. Bailey as your keynote speaker! Simon presented the closing keynote, “Shift Your Brilliance: Navigating and Flourishing in the Evolving Workplace”, at New York City SHRM’s Annual HR Conference, Navigating NEXT. His message was timely, powerful, and inspirational! His presentation style was engaging and energetic. Add to that a very joyful, infectious laugh and you have presentation gold. On behalf of New York City SHRM, I highly recommend Dr. Simon T. Bailey!”

    Janet Hoffmann
    President of HR Aligned Design

  • "He set the perfect tone for our conference.”

    “It was terrific to have Simon as the host and a keynote speaker at our virtual annual conference. His positivity, joy, and sense of humor are contagious. He’s an energizing speaker with a natural curiosity and he set the perfect tone for our conference.”

    Wylecia Wiggs Harris, PhD, CAE
    Chief Executive Officer at American Health Information Management Association

  • "He created emotion, connection, and ultimately a MOMENT."

    “Was thrilled to welcome Simon T. Bailey to our FBX (FAT Brands, Inc. Guest Experience) Huddle where hundreds of Franchisees, General Managers and Cross Functional Teams joined in. Loved his passion for “Plussing-Up” engagement with guests by creating emotion, connection, and ultimately a MOMENT.”

    Elaine Patel
    Vice President, Guest Experience at FAT Brands, Inc. 

  • "Simon delivered the opening Keynote for our ESPA Conference and what a great start!"

    “This was a virtual event so we needed someone with positive energy and enthusiasm to get everyone inspired and capture people’s attention and Simon’s talk certainly accomplished this. Simon was careful to incorporate direct references, tips and take-aways for our industry which was a great strength of the program. He earned great ratings from our attendees. I will definitely consider him for other event opportunities and I highly recommend him for program content on business, communications and leadership topics.”

    Lynn McCullough
    Executive Director and Meetings Manager of CMA Association Management

  • "Simon really nailed all of the things that were important to us."

    “After not having a conference for 2 years, I needed someone that was motivational, but on point with what we’re focused on. Our focus right now is about enhancing and elevating our customer experience for our client’s customers, and everything in Simon’s message is what we need our network to hear about sparking that customer experience. Simon really nailed all of the things that were important to us, whether it was communication or the passion that you need to have in customer service.

    Larry Thomas
    Global President of Platform Solutions, Crawford & Company

  • "You’re so appreciated Simon and are changing lives."

    “As always Simon, you electrified the audience and we love the energy you bring and at the same time the humility and honesty. You’re so appreciated Simon and are changing lives. Thank you for making #APIC a great success. Looking forward to finding more ways to work together in the future.”

    Devin Jopp
    CEO at Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology

  • "He’s always willing to share all of his experiences, his wins, his challenges."

    “The bottom line is Simon is brilliant, and he brings out the brilliance in other people by being 100% present, and he’s always willing to share all of his experiences, his wins, his challenges that he had and has overcome. He shares all of it with you with one purpose. To bring out the brilliance in other people. So, Simon, you know that I admire you, and I am just honored that every time we have a conversation it’s compelling and it helps to bring out the brilliance in me so that I can turn around and give it away.”

    Mary Katherine Morales
    Speaker and Author

  • "Simon T. Bailey knocked it out of the park! He received a standing ovation."

    “We just ended our huge annual event and Simon T. Bailey knocked it out of the park! He received a standing ovation. People hung around afterward to shake his hand and meet with him, and he reached our audience and connected with them when you can make them laugh and cry and not hear a pen drop, you know you have a winner with Simon.”

    Sandra Samargis
    Director of Business Strategy at BCEN

  • "It’s always uplifting to hear Simon’s positive insights!”

    “After listening to Simon, I felt stronger to thrive in my circle of resilience. I exist now because I’m needed now- open to new ideas and to celebrate, not just tolerate others. I will take my M.E.D.S. as well as read, write, and reflect every day. I will ensure I made a difference and added value today. What a wonderful speaker! It’s always uplifting to hear Simon’s positive insights!

    SHRM Conference Attendee

  • "His delivery was honest, engaging and personal."

    “This session was inspiring because of not only Simon’s messaging, but his delivery which was honest, engaging and personal. He was also able to connect the audience to each other doubling the impact of his message. Align yourself within so that you can embrace change with positivity.”

    SHFM Conference Attendee

Leadership is your superpower.

State of Working America Report - Thriving in Resilience and Brilliance

81%

of working Americans believe that a better work culture could be achieved if companies focused more on helping people thrive.

55%

of working Americans would take a slightly lower-paying job to work for a manager or leader who inspires their brilliance.

82%

of working Americans think great leaders have to inspire resilience in those they lead for individual and organizational success.

These findings are based on two sources:

National Study Methodology

The research study included a total of 1,000 U.S. participants, ages 20–52, who are currently employed full time or part time. The study is weighted to the 2020 U.S. Census for age, region, gender, and ethnicity. The research study was conducted online from November 22, 2023, to December 6, 2023. The margin of error is +/-3.1 percentage points.

About The Center for Generational Kinetics

The Center for Generational Kinetics, LLC (CGK) is the leading custom research firm focused on hidden drivers of change, must-know emerging trends, and organizational insights. We have led more than 120 custom research studies for clients around the world. CGK’s team has worked with over 700 organizations, from technology companies to financial services, retailers, hospitality, and private equity. The firm’s latest best-selling book is Zconomy: How Gen Z Will Change the Future of Business. Learn more about CGK’s pioneering research at GenHQ.com.

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