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, teams, and entrepreneurs are stuck in cycles of fear and doubt. They’re waiting for permission, clarity, or a sign that it’s safe to step into what they really want.

Alex West Steinman is that sign.

As a founder, speaker, and empire builder, Alex brings radical clarity to the messy middle of leadership, ambition, and purpose. 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 — with stories, strategies, and a voice that cuts through the noise.

Speaking Topics

  • A bold, energizing keynote that helps audiences quiet self-doubt, reframe failure, and take clear steps toward their next big move— in career, leadership, or life. Ideal for conferences, corporate teams, and leadership retreats.

  • 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.

  • A decade into your career and a couple of kids, and you can start to lose your identity. Alex shares her journey of finding her voice and stepping into her power to be a stronger leader.

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