Words of praise

“Thomas was a keynote speaker at the Pensions & Investments WorldPensionSummit in 2024. Ahead of the event, he took the time to get to know the publication, audience and subject matter, which really showed in his presentation. He was engaging, funny, thought-provoking and relatable, and our delegates repeatedly commented to my colleagues and me on how excellent his presentation was. I’d highly recommend Thomas as a keynote speaker at any event and look forward to seeing him speak again soon!”

-Sophie Baker, International News Editor, Pensions & Investments.

“Amazing speaker. The feedback from Thomas’ talk has been immediate and overwhelmingly positive, and it seems to have really made an impact with so many people who watched. The attendance was brilliant, and the number of questions I was still getting through even right towards the end, showed such an engagement with the subject, not something we can always take for granted with everyone’s busy schedules!”

-Charlotte Wandowski, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lead, JPMorgan Chase.

“Thomas’ workshop provided valuable insights into the myths behind perfectionism and the difference between a desire for high standards vs. a need to be perfect. The practical tips and mindset shifts offered were empowering and allowed us to all embrace imperfection, whilst fostering a more productive work environment.”

-Anita Bhalsod, Head of HR, Tapestry.

“Dr. Curran illuminates one of the most critical yet overlooked challenges in our high-pressure world. His engagement with my team transformed our understanding of perfectionism—not just as a personal struggle, but as a dynamic that profoundly shapes our professional performance and personal relationships. What sets Dr Curran apart is his ability to translate complex psychological insights into practical awareness that creates immediate, tangible change.”

-Katherine Twells, Senior Vice President, Coca-Cola.

“Dr Thomas Currens delivered an engaging talk on the Perfection Trap, blending insightful commentary with robust data that brought the research to life. The evidence-driven approach made the session both informative and highly compelling.  We received a ton of positive feedback from the attendees, so thanks again to Tom!”

-Sabina Ouimet-Storrs, Principal, GHO Capital Partners LLP.

“In his talk, Thomas Curran skillfully navigates through the complexities of perfectionism, shedding light on its often overlooked negative impacts. Supported by compelling data and visuals, his thorough exploration challenges leaders not only to listen but also to truly understand the importance of addressing this issue. With perfectionism on the rise, it is important to look at the ugly side of the "not good enough" mindset. His talk extends beyond the confines of business, resonating deeply within personal lives as well.”

-Alexandra Grofova, Organiser of TheLeaders Conference, Maxman Consultants.

“An exceptional speaker. He spoke about the rise of perfectionism and the strategies we can employ to address the challenges if presents. He spoke with clarity, good humour and with an engaging style to students and adults at Le Rosey’s Edufest. Highly recommended”

-Kim Kovacevic, Directeur Académique, Institut Le Rosey.

“Top notch speaker, he inspired more than 250 of our colleagues, and they are already asking for more sessions with him.”

-Enrique Gaya, Strategic Business Development Manager, Adevinta.

“I loved it. Thomas made me think.”

-Rik Vera, Esteemed Keynote Speaker, London Business School Lecturer and CEO of Nexxworks.

“Hugely impressed by the talk Thomas delivered. He presented a talk to a staff of 400 and built engagement with everyone in the room. He is a natural entertainer. Everyone in the room was hanging on every single word that exited his mouth!”

-Stuart Fenton, Market Project Manager, Jaguar Land Rover.

“Thomas’ talk was such a joy. Crystal clear structure, a touch of academia felt just right to comfort my never-ending 'How do you know?' questions, insightful interpretations, and perhaps above all, remarkable speaking skills - a smooth, steady flow unsupported by intrusive 'Aha!' moments or stroboscopic slides. Had a fabulous moment there, thanks!”

-Jana Fratrič, Hay Group Consultant, Performance Manager and Comenius University Professor.