Communication, Collaboration & Workplace Relationships Specialist, Relationships to Results™ Creator, International Keynote Speaker & Performance Consultant
Nick Saunders is a specialist in communication, collaboration and workplace relationships, working with organisations that want stronger performance through better human connection. His work centres on a simple idea: relationships are not soft skills, they are performance skills. This thinking underpins his Amazon Number One bestselling book, ‘You Can Choose Your Friends’, as well as his work with organisations. When communication improves, trust grows, decisions are faster and teams work more effectively. Many organisations lose significant revenue each year through poor communication and weak collaboration, rather than bad strategy. Nick helps leaders close this gap with practical tools that improve how people work together every day.
At the centre of his work is the Relationships to Results™ six-step model, designed to create lasting behavioural change across teams and organisations. The model focuses on small, consistent improvements rather than large transformation programmes. Nick often talks about 5 per cent shifts that lead to major performance gains. These small changes improve clarity, accountability and trust, which in turn strengthen teamwork and results. The approach is practical and easy to apply, which is why many organisations continue using the model long after the initial engagement.
Nick also speaks frequently about the human advantage in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. AI can write reports, analyse data and support decision making, but it cannot build trust, repair a damaged working relationship or handle a difficult conversation between colleagues. Organisations are still groups of people working with people, and that has not changed. Many of Nick’s clients now focus on developing human skills alongside new technology, particularly clear communication, listening, constructive challenge and collaboration. These skills are becoming a major competitive advantage as workplaces become more automated.
Nick Saunders has delivered measurable results for organisations around the world. His clients have secured multi-million pound deals through stronger relationships, increased sales significantly within months and improved customer retention through trust-based collaboration. He is an award-winning international speaker whose talks on communication, leadership, team building and sales focus on turning relationships into results, reaching more than two million people at conferences and events worldwide. He has worked with organisations including BP, Sainsbury’s, Pfizer, Bupa, Marie Curie, Barclays, Schroders, The Economist and Mercedes-Benz, as well as charities, schools and universities worldwide.
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“Nick is the ultimate raconteur. He is skilled at sharing experiences from his work and personal life to engage audiences in a way that truly entertains and adds value and benefit to his audience.” – Alexandra, Senior Vice President, The Economist
“A fantastic session from Nick, bringing to life a very powerful model for helping organisations get on well together, getting people to be more collaborative and deliver better results.” – Alex, Customer Insights Director, Barclays UK
“What a brilliant keynote conference speech from Nick who has a fabulous, inspiring style and really makes you think about how your behaviour influences others.” – Jane, British Airways
“The team were literally buzzing after your speech. We have taken your 6 steps and already we are seeing the positive impact these are making on our interactions with colleagues in the business and our external stakeholders.” – Suzanne, Resourcing Director, BP
“Exceeded our expectations. Brilliant.” – Adrian Pearce, Mercedes-Benz
“Put simply, he gets results!” – Sophie Robinson, Pfizer
“A really powerful model for helping organisations deliver better results.” – Alex Alder, Barclays UK
“Nick really makes you think about how your behaviour influences others.” – Jane McGill - British Airways
“Outstanding, powerful session from Nick.” – Chris Ashton, Sainsbury’s
“Nick has added significant value and benefit to my team.” – Alexandra Delamain – Senior Vice President, The Economist
“ALL of the team, without exception, got a huge amount from the session” – Suzanne Grainger, BP
“Has made a significant difference to our client relationships” – Paul Newton, BUPA Legal
“Nick is THE authority in his subject” – Stew MacLeod – Head of Information & Knowledge Exploitation, MoD
“A fantastic session that made a huge impact” – Bronwen Smyth, Royal Bank of Scotland
“A resounding success – the feedback has been tremendous” – Charlotte Taylor, Marie Curie Cancer Care
The cost of hiring Nick Saunders depends on your event format, location, duration and any travel requirements. For an accurate and tailored quote, please contact a SpeakOut booking agent for expert guidance.