Dan Thurmon

Dan Thurmon is a Hall of Fame speaker, bestselling author, and peak performance expert whose signature keynotes combine powerful business content with jaw-dropping acrobatics, juggling, and physical demonstrations that make his message unforgettable. He is the author of Off Balance on Purpose and one of the most dynamic presenters on the corporate speaking circuit.

Where Peak Performance Meets Show-Stopping Entertainment

Thurmon graduated with honors from the University of Georgia with a business degree and built an entertainment career that paid his way through college. He does not stand behind a podium and talk about dealing with fear and change — he does handstands on the podium to demonstrate what embracing uncertainty actually looks like. His performances include unicycle riding, acrobatics, and juggling, all woven seamlessly into business content that delivers lasting impact.

Making the Uncomfortable Unforgettable

Thurmon’s philosophy is that people struggle with change because they try to keep everything in balance. His Off Balance on Purpose framework teaches audiences to lean into uncertainty and bring their whole selves to every situation. He has delivered thousands of presentations to organizations worldwide. His keynotes challenge audiences with high-energy lessons on embracing change, performing under pressure, taking action in uncertainty, and discovering purpose and peak performance in work and life.

Off Balance On Purpose

A common challenge for organizations today is helping their employees bring more energy to work and not only embrace change but see it as an opportunity to lead.

Dan Thurmon believes the reason that people struggle with change is they think they have to compartmentalize their life and keep everything in balance. What if we lived Off Balance on Purpose? What if instead of resisting uncertainty, we leaned into it? And what if rather than bringing our “work-self” to the office, we brought 100% of who we are?

In this keynote, Dan excites his audience with an interactive performance while giving them a multi-dimensional view of success. He doesn’t stand behind a podium and talk about dealing with fear and change – he does handstands on the podium to demonstrate what being uncomfortable and living off balance on purpose actually looks like. Your audience will talk about this presentation for years to come!

As a result of attending this program attendees will:

• Learn to take ACTION when it is uncomfortable.
• Manage energy and time more effectively.
• Adopt an Off Balance On Purpose approach as a realistic and empowering way to excel at work and life.

Perform – Ability

It isn’t really possible to “always be at your best because every moment counts” – some moments count much more than others. That’s why it’s more important to be your best when it matters the most.

In this keynote, peak performance speaker Dan Thurmon explores the reasons why some individuals fail under pressure, and why others seem to naturally rise to handle critical moments with ease and excellence. This isn’t an innate talent – it’s an ability that can be learned and mastered. Dan calls it “Perform-Ability.”

The key to being able to “perform,” or deliver excellence when it matters the most, is to prepare properly and understand the mindset and methods of top performers. Dan demonstrates these concepts in his signature high-impact style that includes juggling, acrobatics, and even a unicycle. Audiences leave this unforgettable session armed with new tools and the enthusiasm to tackle their biggest challenges.

As a result of attending this program attendees will:

• Understand the three aspects of an effective performance.
• Recognize critical moments to perform and rise to the occasion.
• Adopt the mindset and methods of peak performers.
• More rewarding experiences for team members and clients.