Matthew Syed is a highly respected author and speaker in the field of high performance. He has written six bestselling books that explore the connection between mindset and high performance, with a focus on how organizations can create a culture of continuous improvement. Syed's work in this area has led him to work with numerous leading organizations, helping them to unlock untapped potential in their employees and drive innovation.
In addition to his work as an author, Syed is also a regular contributor to The Times, as well as a well-known figure on television and radio. He is a sought-after speaker, known for his thought-provoking approach to high performance and his ability to draw on real-world examples from sport, business, education, and politics. Syed's work is grounded in his own experiences as a high-performing athlete: he was the England table tennis number one for almost a decade and competed in two Olympic Games.
Syed is also the co-founder of Matthew Syed Consulting, a company that helps organizations build growth mindset cultures and drive higher performance. The company's cutting-edge thought leadership program and digital learning tools are designed to create real and lasting change within businesses and the public sector. Syed is a strong advocate for the power of a growth mindset, which he defines as the belief that one's abilities and intelligence can be developed through hard work, dedication, and perseverance. This philosophy is at the heart of his work and is a theme that runs throughout all of his books.