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SIGNATURE KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS
CHASING WONDER IN YOUR WORK
Taylor’s signature keynote, ‘Chasing Wonder in Your Work’ begins with a presentation of mind-boggling illusions that will have your audience captivated and leaning in. Taylor then takes the audience on a journey of rediscovering wonder and the power it holds for innovation, inspiration and connection.
Key Takeaways:
Combining storytelling, illusion, humor, and leadership insights, he helps audiences:
• Reframe their work through a lens of curiosity and play
• Break the autopilot cycle and re-engage with fresh energy
• Foster a culture of psychological safety and innovation
• Use “micro-moments of wonder” to build deeper human connection at work
This is not just a talk—it’s an experience. Attendees leave not just inspired but transformed.
Perfect for: employee engagement events, company culture days, HR conferences, innovation summits, and so much more.
Lead With A Story
In an age of endless noise and information overload, facts don’t inspire action—stories do. In this keynote, Taylor reveals how to harness the timeless craft of storytelling to drive connection, alignment, and influence in business. Drawing from decades as a professional magician and comedian, he distills performance secrets into practical tools for leaders, marketers, and sales teams.
Key Takeaways:
• The 3 core story types every business must tell (Origin, Value, Vision)
• How to craft a compelling narrative that makes people care
• Why storytelling increases trust, memory, and buy-in—and how to do it without being cheesy
• Live demonstrations of “story in action” that leave a lasting impact
Perfect for: leadership summits, marketing/sales conferences, company retreats, creative teams
Thriving Through Transition
Change is constant— learning to navigate transition is essential to success. As a performer who has reinvented himself across industries, Taylor offers a refreshing, human approach to navigating personal and professional transitions. Whether your organization is facing restructuring, rapid growth, or leadership shifts, this keynote provides tools to help people move from fear to focus—and from resistance to resilience.
Key Takeaways:
With equal parts wisdom and levity, the audience will learn:
• Why uncertainty triggers fear—and how to reframe it as fuel
• The “3 Act Change Model” (a storytelling-based framework to navigate transitions)
• How to manage emotional responses (your own and your team’s)
• Taylor’s approach to letting go and stepping into what’s next—even when you can’t see it
This keynote is a masterclass in emotional intelligence, leadership, and personal growth—wrapped in humor and heart.
Perfect for: leadership offsites, change management events, company transitions, personal development retreats
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TAYLOR’S OFFICIAL BIO
Taylor Hughes fell in love with the art of illusion as a child when his parents bought him a magic kit for his birthday. More than 30 years and thousands of shows later, Taylor has become known for his signature style of Magic Storytelling.
He is a Bestselling Author of two books, and his comedy magic specials “Chasing Wonder” and “Enjoy the Ride” are streaming now.
Taylor is married to his high school sweetheart Katie and they live in Southern California with their two daughters Madelyn and Kennedy.