Traditional leadership strategies centered on authority and hierarchy are no longer enough. Today’s most successful leaders don’t dominate, they connect. Few people understand the transformative power of authentic connection better than Amanda Gore, a Hall of Fame speaker, best-selling author, co-star of the movie Trilogy based off “The Secret”, “The Frequency of Miracles” and global expert in emotional and social intelligence.
For over three decades, Amanda has worked with leaders, teams, and organizations across 20 countries, helping them unlock what she calls the new competitive advantage: Joy and Social Intelligence. With her dynamic blend of psychology, neuroscience, wellness, and non-verbal communication expertise, Amanda teaches that influence in today’s workplace isn’t about commanding others. It’s about inspiring them through emotional awareness, authenticity, and trust.
At the heart of Amanda’s philosophy is a bold idea: influence is no longer about the power you hold, but the power you inspire in others. She challenges leaders to move beyond traditional notions of power and instead master the power of influence; the ability to read emotions, respond empathetically, and create environments where people feel safe, valued, and motivated to perform at their best.
Social intelligence, as Amanda explains, goes beyond basic body language or rapport-building techniques. It’s the deep, intuitive skill of understanding what drives human behavior, recognizing emotional cues, and communicating in ways that foster belonging and purpose. In a world where burnout and disconnection are rampant, these skills are essential.
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Amanda’s teachings are rooted in real science, but delivered with a rare blend of humor, authenticity, and high-energy interaction that audiences never forget. Through her acclaimed keynotes, workshops, and virtual programs, she gives leaders practical tools to shift from being task-focused to people-focused unlocking greater collaboration, creativity, and long-term success.
In her bestselling book “Joy is an Inside Job” Amanda dives deeper into these principles, offering a roadmap to creating cultures where people thrive. She shows how mastering emotional and social intelligence doesn’t just boost performance; it transforms organizations from the inside out. Leaders learn to change behaviors with heart-centered storytelling, build environments that nurture potential, and instill belief in their teams; a predictor of success even stronger than technical skill.
Recognized among the Top 50 Keynote Speakers in the World by Real Leaders and listed by MSN as a Top 10 Speaker to Watch in 2025, Amanda Gore’s impact is far-reaching. From Fortune 100 boardrooms to frontline healthcare teams, her message is clear: the future of leadership is human!
Amanda’s pioneering work reminds us that in a world racing toward AI and automation, the leaders who will stand out are those who cultivate emotional intelligence, foster authentic connection, and lead with joy.
Discover more about Amanda’s transformative work at www.amandagore.com or join her community on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook.
