Get out of your own way

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Leadership is hard.

Today's teams are burned out, risk-averse, and playing small — even when they know they're capable of more. Too many leaders and entrepreneurs are stuck in cycles of fear and doubt, waiting for permission to step into what they really want.

Alex West Steinman is that sign.

Her keynotes and workshops help people move through fear, own their power, and lead with more courage. She's not here just to hype you up. She's here to wake you up.

  • Most people know exactly what they want. What stops them isn't ability — it's themselves. In this bold, energizing keynote Alex helps audiences identify what's holding them back, reframe fear as fuel, and take clear courageous steps toward their next big move — in career, leadership, or life. Part storytelling, part strategy, and entirely unforgettable.

    Available as: Keynote & Workshop

  • After raising $350,000 via crowdfunding and coaching hundreds of entrepreneurs, Alex knows the ins and outs of building a successful crowdfunding campaign. This talk can be delivered as a keynote or workshop.

  • The future of work is here, and it’s more than open concepts and ping pong tables. Building a co-working space with equity at the center involved listening deeply to community needs. Learn how you can build these practices into your organization to hire, retain, and grow your best talent.

  • Authenticity is the key to making a lasting impact, and building a bold brand requires a steadfast commitment to a deep and enduring purpose. Explore purpose, authenticity and distinctiveness in this talk that delivers practical and actionable insights and inspiration you can use to strengthen your marketing program.

  • Starting a business is a series of risk evaluations. Whether you’re a first time founder or a seasoned entrepreneur, you make calculations and sacrifices everyday that can either keep you in survival mode or launch you into the stratosphere. Alex shares her secrets to building a growth mindset and bringing your team along for the risky ride. This talk can be delivered as a keynote or workshop.

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Testimonials

  • It was regrounding and inspiring. I want to bring it back to our staff.

    Conference attendee, SWEL Women’s education leadership conference

  • Many days later, I have comments and emails from colleagues pondering their purpose statements.

    Darla k., RBC Wealth Management Women’s leadership conference

  • I hung on every word alex said. Her presentation was easy to follow and stay with.

    Conference attendee, SWEL Women’s education leadership conference

  • Alex was funny, easy to listen to, and yet managed to lead us into a deep and thoughtful place. Very well done.

    Conference attendee, SWEL Women’s education leadership conference

  • I am hoping to have Alex out to my school to do this with staff.

    Conference attendee, SWEL Women’s education leadership conference

  • Alex is one of my new favorite humans. I LOVED how she approached her keynote as more of an active workshop, giving all participants a chance to grapple with her message in a very personal way.

    Conference attendee, SWEL Women’s education leadership conference

  • If I left the conference after your presentation, this event would have been worth the conference fee.

    Conference attendee, Hospitality minnesota conference

  • There were many moments where her words and her questions reinspired some of the core pieces of me that I have lost sight of these last few years in the trenches at work.

    Workshop attendee, Get out of your way workshop

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