Everest-Level Leadership: Adapt, Pace, and Collaborate to the Top Report
Audience Feedback on Jun 19, 2025
Attendee Responses
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100% found this session valuable
98% would hear this speaker again
Attendees found this session
Entertaining
99%
Inspiring
99%
Actionable
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Relevant
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Summary: Everest Climber's Leadership Talk Leaves Audience Ready to Scale Their Own Mountains
John Beede's talk was "the most inspirational talk I've heard, probably ever!" His energy was infectious as he connected mountain climbing to everyday leadership challenges. John's personal stories made his message feel "palpable" and "tangible," showing us that "the climb to the top of the mountain is not a straight up climb." His powerful insights gave even new leaders "the tools I need to take the next steps in a world that is unknown to me."
Presentation Outcomes Achieved:
Leadership, like mountain climbing, requires purpose, passion, and the courage to push beyond fear
Success isn't a straight path—expect detours and challenges along your journey
How attendees describe this talk
exactly what I needed to hear as a leader for my department...energetic, inspiring, and incredibly on point. Johns words didn’t just motivate; they spoke directly to the challenges and responsibilities I face every day. He didn’t just hype us up, John, you gave us direction, purpose, and the push to lead with intention. A powerful voice every leader should hear.
Jennifer Clark
I have been in my position as a Facilities & Transportation Manager for 5 weeks. I came from a profession that is totally different than my new position. John’s talk gave me the tools I need to take the nexts steps in a world that is unknown to me.
Mitchel Thomas
john is an inspiring human being with a great story and a fantastic set of experiences! his presentation was palpable you felt his passion and his lessons were tangible. great job, John
David Sharma
You learn that the climb to the top of the mountain is not a straight up climb. That's a very valuable lesson.
Miriam Groh
Dysart Unified School District
Outstanding energy and so worthwhile! His story and message is very inspiring.
Attendee
Probably one of the most inspirational talks I have heard. Exceptional job!
Kari Sherry
This guy is a great inspiration!
Beverly Tsosie
I have told three different family members and they had three different perspectives. ( I Got a what was he thinking he or others were in danger, that’s amazing, and another that’s nice to change of subject this what I did today , ) I most have not been insightful or informational with your information but I sure did enjoy the message. ( I must remember to be careful on how I give my energy) when The 10 seconds of pretending to see a long time Friend was amazing, but before that was unusual and a little uncomfortable and felt embarrassing, trying to tap somebody on the shoulder which was challenging. you did have a lot of very helpful insight things that went along with my mental first aid 8 hour class, and coach VJ speaker from previous day . Throughout the day I was excited and still trying to digest the information from this week. I didn’t know what to do with. I did have a lot of conversation with enthusiasm energy with random people which was confusing also exciting but afterwards thinking about it and hearing myself in what I had to say. . Is that? I did miss being carefree and it felt amazing and brought back old memories of. When I was in the early 90s of exploring my community on my BMX of dirt roads, hose water, hand pump water wells.. now I realize why when my wife says what were you thinking in whatever situation that may have seem crazy to her sometimes those experience that with my kids those are most memorable I believe is still the best times. Thank you.
Harrison Gorman
Incredible would recommend him to anyone looking for a speaker for their event
Attendee
Feedback for John and the event
It’s pretty amazing!!! I’ve been watching reels of Mt. Everest climbers, trying to understand what truly drives someone to take on such a high-risk challenge, where the odds can feel like 50/50. Hearing directly from you, John, it finally clicked. The purpose, the passion, the push beyond fear—it all makes sense. Being a leader is a lot like climbing a mountain: every step takes grit, courage, and purpose. Thank you for sharing your stories, your experience, and such a motivating message. It really spoke to me and the path I’m on as a leader.
Jennifer Clark
Your talk is very energetic and interactive.
Glenna Campbell
One on one session
Leonard Benally
Values are amazing
Attendee
Best one ever
Michael Smith
Thank you!
Kari
Awesome..
Rita Yazzie
Enjoyable
Kerry somerville
Grateful
Judy