Keynote Topics
I take my audiences on a journey with me. Through storytelling and strong visuals, Ryan Stramrood illustrates just how limited and governed we all are, in every aspect of our lives, by believing in our own limitations.
How we underachieve in our comfort zones and how each and everyone of us can push past impossible.
We’re all shaped and guided by ‘little impossibles’. Those things you’ve been telling yourself are not for you, are too much of a risk, things you might want to do but don’t because they’re hard, or too much effort or simply quite terrifying.
Think about what yours could be and then challenge them. You learn nothing in your comfort zone. You’ll get by and you’ll deliver nice predictable results from that safe place, but you’ll learn nothing.
Step outside, take a risk, prepare for it, work hard for it, and I promise you: you will learn something. It might not always be a happy lesson, but you will learn and you will use that learning to improve your life. On the other side, if you do succeed, you’ll realise, ‘I should have done this years ago!
Key Takeouts:
The Grit Mindset Workshop is a new offering that Ryan Stramrood is uniquely positioned to conduct.
It is designed to combine emotion with message. Dramatically leveraging his inspirational story which impacts delegates and then immediately amplifies the strong messages and inspirational emotions via one-on-one/small group engagements and a practical (ice) exercise.
The workshop adds a powerful practical element, while unpacking Ryan’s inspirational keynote.
LEARN. DO. SHARE.
Power Message + High Emotion + Close Engagement + Practical Exercise = Real Behavioural Influence
These sessions were created to accommodate smaller groups in an informal conversational format. We find a suitable venue, preferably next to some water (pool or ocean) and we talk about failure! The idea of only sharing our success stories means we miss out on the more valuable lessons we learn from our failures.
Ryan Stramrood kicks things off with an epic tale of his attempt to become the first male to ever swim solo from Russia to the USA. This was one of his biggest and most useful life lessons, but also considered (by himself) as his greatest failure.
Being able to fall and get back up again, shows you have real grit and mental fortitude. We open the floor to the group to share their epic fails, with some friendly competition incorporated.
Ryan Stramrood is not your typical adrenaline junkie. By day, he’s a dedicated small business owner and devoted family man, embodying the essence of an average Joe. However, beneath this seemingly ordinary exterior lies an extraordinary passion for ultra extreme open water and ice swimming. Ryan has carved out a reputation as a fearless adventurer, […]
Ryan Stramrood is not your typical adrenaline junkie. By day, he’s a dedicated small business owner and devoted family man, embodying the essence of an average Joe. However, beneath this seemingly ordinary exterior lies an extraordinary passion for ultra extreme open water and ice swimming.
Ryan has carved out a reputation as a fearless adventurer, pushing the boundaries of human endurance in some of the world’s most hostile environments. His journey is not just about conquering physical challenges; it’s a deeply personal odyssey, driven by a quest to explore the limits of human potential.
Ryan Stramrood’s journey into the realm of extreme swimming began as a personal quest for self-discovery and resilience. Despite lacking any formal athletic background, he found solace and purpose in the icy waters of South Africa’s coastline. Over the years, Ryan honed his skills and gradually transitioned from local swims to tackling some of the planet’s most treacherous bodies of water. From the frigid waters of the Arctic Circle to the unpredictable currents of the English Channel, Ryan has amassed a wealth of experience navigating the challenges of open water swimming.
His expertise extends beyond mere physical endurance; Ryan is a master at harnessing the power of the mind to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Drawing from his own experiences battling the elements, he delivers powerful insights on resilience, perseverance, and the importance of embracing discomfort as a catalyst for growth. Ryan’s presentations are not just about swimming; they’re about tapping into the untapped potential that lies within each of us, challenging audiences to push beyond their perceived limitations and embrace the unknown.
Through his remarkable journey as an ultra extreme open water and ice swimmer, Ryan Stramrood has not only defied the odds but has also unlocked the true potential of the human spirit. His story reminds us that no challenge is too great, no obstacle too daunting, as long as we have the courage to dive headfirst into the unknown.
As Ryan continues to push the boundaries of human achievement, he invites us all to join him on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.
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