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George King is The Shard Climber. He is a trailblazer in the realm of extreme sports. George King focuses on BASE jumping and urban free solo climbing. His most talked-about achievement was scaling London’s iconic Shard in 2019. This catapulted him into the global spotlight and was captured in the award winning Channel 4 documentary, ‘The Boy Who Climbed The Shard’.
As a result of his trailblazing feats and likeable, down to earth character, George King (The Shard Climber) has gained work as a captivating TV presenter for Channel 4, presenting two extreme sports specials.
A popular and engaging speaker, George talks openly on fear management, touching on the theme of Neurodiversity and specifically ADHD with his first-hand knowledge on the subject.
In George’s Own Words …
Fearless Pursuit: Conquering the Heights Within
“Fear intrigues me. From a very young age, I was consumed by curiosity about fear and was obsessed with unravelling its mysteries. I sought to understand, control and harness it.
My mission is to transform people’s lives through changing their relationship with their fears, because we all have them, whether we like to admit it or not”.
From Hindrance to Superpower: Reclaiming Strength through Neurodiversity
“Growing up, academic success within traditional educational settings eluded me, leading to premature (and often underestimated) judgments of my intelligence and pace of learning.
My journey took a significant turn for the worse following an ADHD diagnosis. I was offered medication as the primary solution. This treatment, however, felt like it stripped away my essence. It also transformed me into someone I hardly recognised. During this challenging period, I began to forge mental strategies to redirect the energies of my ADHD from a debilitating hindrance into a powerful and positive force.
This experience taught me to view ADHD not as a limitation but as a unique strength or superpower, when harnessed and directed appropriately. As a consequence, I chose to discontinue medication. I had now learned to navigate and manage my ADHD effectively on my own terms.
Central to my mission, is empowering other individuals grappling with neurodiversity issues to reclaim control over their personal narrative. Also, to find what works for them from a position of knowledge”.
Sharing his experience
George King The Shard Climber can be booked for various public speaking events and presentations. Via his compelling talks where he delves into the very essence of fear. He offers tangible methods to empower individuals from all backgrounds to navigate and also to thrive in high-pressure situations.
Signature Keynote Speeches and Presentation Topics.
Overcoming Adversity: George shares his personal journey of overcoming the numerous obstacles he faced, both in his daring pursuits and also his life with ADHD. He provides actionable advice on turning setbacks into comebacks, maintaining a positive mindset, and using adversity as a catalyst for growth and achievement.
Peak Performance: This topic explores the physical and mental preparation required to perform at one’s best in any field. George delves into his rigorous training regimens, the importance of discipline, and the strategies he employs to push beyond his limits. He offers insights into how these principles can be applied to achieve peak performance in various aspects of life, from career ambitions to personal goals.
Innovative Thinking and Risk Management: George King discusses the importance of innovative thinking and risk management in extreme sports and beyond. He shares how he assesses risks, makes critical decisions under pressure, and also leverages creativity to navigate challenges. This speech is particularly relevant for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to enhance their decision-making skills in high-stakes situations.
Fear Management:
In these speeches, George focuses on the techniques used to control his mind and body in situations of extreme stress. These include visualisation, mindfulness and disciplined physical preparation. He discusses how these strategies can be adapted to help anyone confront and conquer their fears. Fears for overcoming personal challenges, navigating tricky professional environments or conquering daunting physical endeavours.
Neurodiversity (ADHD):
George King’s talks on this very popular and current topic. He emphasize the importance of harnessing hyper-focus, managing impulsivity and using one’s innate energy to fuel positive outcomes.
Motivational speaker:
George King The Shard Climber’s motivational speeches are particularly compelling. They are filled with insights on mental toughness and resilience. Drawing from his experiences hanging hundreds of feet above bustling city streets. It’s heart in your mouth stuff which has audiences on the edge of their seats.
Some Recent Testimonials:
“George King was one of the most incredible and impactful speakers we’ve ever had at HubDot. His story is so powerful, and his delivery style is engaging and deeply human. His words captivated the entire audience, leaving us all eager to work on our ‘fears’ and follow his advice on transforming them into superpowers. I wholeheartedly recommend George to any organization or group, regardless of age, interested in exploring a universal feeling we all want to overcome and control.”
Simona Barbieri, Founder, HubDot
“There is something quite heroic about George King. This nation was built on daredevils and I think it is that buccaneering spirit that we have probably lost over the years. I admire the spirit and it is what made this country great.”
Piers Morgan
“George captivated the audience from start to finish… an immersive experience… a lively exchange of ideas.”
Nicole Vettise-Neuberger Berman
“George’s workshop was inspiring, engaging, and deeply honest. His insights into fear, resilience, and neurodiversity encouraged important discussions and left a lasting impact on our team.”
NHS
“George delivered such an inspiring keynote yesterday. The reaction from the entire room was incredible, and the parallels he drew were both accurate and relevant. The feedback across social media has been fantastic.”
Stephen Knight – Chairman & CEO
George gave a fantastic talk, which was very well received by those who attended. He’s a fascinating guy who had some really thoughtful and interesting insights brought together with some amazing footage of his exploits and living with ADHD.
MFS Investment Management
“George’s presentation has really resonated, especially regarding particular children I work with. I feel I can empathise even more with individuals with ADHD, especially those with an urge to climb!”
Devon County Council
