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Justin Michael Williams

Inspirational Powerhouse; Grammy Nominated Musical Artist and Author

Overcame unimaginable adversity to pursue his dreams in music after being faced with a question: “If you were in my shoes, and only had two months to live, what would you do?”
Grammy-nominated artist who uses music & motivational speaking to awaken hearts and transform souls
A bestselling author who has shared his story in The Wall Street Journal, Billboard.com, at SXSW, and more
Inspires audiences to step into purpose and come together in spaces of growth and transformation

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Called an “Inspirational Powerhouse” by Grammy.com, Justin Michael Williams is a Grammy-nominated recording artist and motivational speaker who is on a mission to empower everyone — regardless of age, ethnicity, background, or circumstance — to unlock their greatest potential in their professional and personal endeavors. His journey from a childhood marked by adversity — growing up with gunshot holes outside of his bedroom window — to sharing the stage with luminaries such as Marianne Williamson and Deepak Chopra is a testament to his unrelenting dedication to purpose and leaving a positive impact on people and the world.

Exclusively represented by Leading Authorities speakers bureau, Justin combines inspirational wisdom from his own personal journey overcoming the odds woven with his deep study of the neuroscience of change and transformation, to lead a truly powerful session in which audiences are moved from burnout and exhaustion to excitement, possibility, and a renewal of team spirit. Justin teaches audiences to take the steps necessary to transform their pain into power that will guide them on their path to success. He leads a one-of-a-kind, life-changing experience that is about action and impact, dynamic audience interaction, healing movement, and mindful moments intended to help audience members break through fear, overcome limiting beliefs, connect more strongly as a community, and feel the utmost confidence on their path toward reaching their goals and the outcomes they envision for themselves, both in their personal life and in the workplace.

For Williams, “music is the sugar that makes the medicine go down.” His pop-soul music and keynotes are deeply rooted in personal empowerment, unity, hope, and authenticity, and he has captivated audiences at some of the world’s most prestigious organizations, including Forbes, Apple, Bloomberg, Essence, Business Insider, Billboard, and SXSW. In addition to being an award-winning keynote speaker, Williams is the author of two groundbreaking, best-selling books. His first book made history by bringing mindfulness and personal growth to young people across America, earning him the “Next Generation Award” by Walden New Thought Awards, alongside Jay Shetty. His second book, which is about unity and bringing people together across divides, is the first unity-centered book to ever receive a foreword written by Martin Luther King Jr.’s family, proclaiming the book “can renew your faith in The Dream and truly continue the legacy of MLK.”

Williams’ influence spans more than 40 countries through his books, music, online programs, wellness experiences, and guided meditations, which he has made accessible for free to those in underserved communities through his nonprofit, The Dream Bigger Foundation. The message he hopes to spread is clear: every person has the power to transform their lives and achieve their dreams, no matter their starting point in life.

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In addition to his keynote presentations, Justin is an accomplished musician and often graces his audience with song after his talks. He also offers an entertainment experience and often doubles as entertainment and a keynote speaker.

Motivate Your Life: Unleash 360° Potential. Looking for a program that perfects the happy medium between feel-good and science-backed to unlock the full potential of your team and foster a culture of connection, wellness, and belonging? In this session, Grammy-nominated musician, award-winning speaker, and bestselling author Justin Michael Williams leads a compelling exploration into the untold science-backed methods of habit transformation and goal achievement and helps audiences unlock what he calls “The 6 Life Zones” required for fulfillment — not just at work, but also in the full 360 degrees of life. This inspirational journey provides practical takeaways and includes music, interactive discussions, and a take-home workbook.

Authenticity Unleashed: Awakening Your True Power of Self-Leadership NOW. What does it mean to show up as your authentic self, and how can you do so in a way that fits the spaces you occupy on a daily basis? And in what ways can authenticity enhance your performance and collaboration? Called an “Inspirational Powerhouse,” Grammy-nominated musician Justin Michael Williams reveals science-based strategies for how to harness the truer version of you to become a better leader and transform personal and workplace challenges into opportunities for connection and enhanced performance. Learn to claim your authentic voice and build deeper relationality with those around you in a way that moves your team forward.

Unstoppable Confidence: Having Courageous Conversations. How can we have big conversations with confidence while maintaining authenticity? In this talk, popular Grammy-nominated musical artist and bestselling author Justin Michael Williams introduces the deep connection between confidence and boundaries, introducing the audience to the “8 Essentials to Better Relationships” — complete with a how-to guide for mastering courageous conversations, especially when dealing with challenging topics. This courageous conversation offers an immediate shift in the culture of your audience or organization, both within individuals and across teams, so you can stand in your confidence and power no matter the circumstance.

You Are Enough: An Immersive, Motivational Concert. Grammy-nominated musician Justin Michael Williams’ signature motivational immersive concert has been described by those who have experienced it as a moment that has redefined the course of their lives. In this concert-keynote fusion, Williams’ uplifting lyrics and melodies, along with the powerful stories he shares of overcoming unimaginable adversity and the lessons learned from his personal journey to a better place in life, embolden audience members to break through setbacks and fear, overcome limiting beliefs, forge unbreakable bonds, and gain confidence in the next steps to a better life and world. In addition to the moving messages and music, Williams gets the audience interacting with himself and each other, walks them through simple exercises to reset their frame of mind, and encourages them to reflect on how they can become their best selves, all while delivering a powerful concert. This session isn't just entertainment for your audience, it's Transformational Entertainment at its finest.