The way out is through. The way through is trust.

Keynote speaking and resources to develop the transformative power of trust, No Matter What.

Growth requires trust

We all have tons of inherent potential, so what stops us from reaching meaningful goals?

You might believe it’s a lack of time, money, education, skill or energy. The biggest problem? Your comfort zone. Getting somewhere we’ve never been requires us to take chances and change familiar routines. Change feels uncomfortable—that’s where trust is essential. I’ve shown thousands of people and companies how to develop trust to fulfill their ambitions and aspirations. I’ll show you, too.

Research shows that people who operate with high trust have more energy and less stress & burnout living through the constant change and uncertainty of modern life.

With trust we experience

SOURCE: HARVARD BUSINESS REVIEW

  • One of the most impactful keynotes in our company history.

    I have never worked with a speaker that put in the work to be able to speak so personally to us and leave such a lasting impact.

    – MIKE CHOUTKA | PRESIDENT AND CEO | HENSEL PHELPS

  • Transformed our team!

    Sterling is not just a speaker, but a crucial part of hitting our company goals.

    – JACK WILSON | CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER | BULLETPROOF

  • Sterling's keynote was spot on

    It was very thought provoking and challenged the team to think in different ways!

    – MARK SPINKSP| RESIDENT | SALLY BEAUTY

  • Sterling is an inspiring, engaging and highly motivating speaker.

    His message is clear and driven to inspire action!

    – MICHELLE COOPER | SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT | SAP

Hi, I’m sterling

As an author, entrepreneur and globally recognized keynote speaker, I’ve guided countless individuals and companies to remarkable growth.

I believe we only discover our greatest purpose and realize our potential when we learn to move beyond the security of our comfort zone.

Fortune 500 companies invite me to speak to help leaders and teams cultivate trust-powered cultures to overcome adversity and reach exciting goals. Perhaps you’ve seen my TED Talk, my bestseller Hunting Discomfort, or me and my work featured in The New York Times, Forbes, Fast Company and Inc. — unveiling my proven growth roadmap drawn from my own journey back from rock bottom. You’re in the right place if you’re ready to improve your relationship with possibility (also known as uncertainty) and grow.

Thousands

Of organizations transformed

No. 1

Bestselling Author

1 million+

People impacted by the
No Matter What Movement

Where trust grows, companies grow

I’m recognized as one of the world’s top keynote speakers on organizational culture.

Companies invite me to speak or consult when they want an inspiring, actionable event that serves as a turning point to give leaders and teams a path to grow sales, innovation, performance and personal fulfillment.

Results focused.
Science backed.
Business tested.

GAME CHANGER

Game changer!

For anyone navigating transformation or seeking to strengthen team alignment and culture, Sterling is the go to expert.

- RON WILSON | CHIEF SUPPLY CHAIN OFFICER |

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Commit to discovering your potential No Matter What

You’ll find my system for achieving what matters to you in my bestselling book Hunting Discomfort. It’s the same evidence-based, field-tested growth system I share in my keynote speeches and with companies around the world. Keep your commitment top of mind No Matter What with t-shirts, a digital journal or stickers.

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Committed to more growth but feeling stuck?

Looking for insights that can lead to catalytic change?

Or, just want to kick around ideas about your company, team, or approach? I love helping individuals create breakthrough growth so much that I make myself available for a limited number of virtual one-on-one sessions.