ONE OF TODAY’S MOST IN-DEMAND KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Powerful Strategies to Stay Motivated During Any Challenge
Cara Brookins’ unconventional advice inspires audiences to become unstoppable.
“Remarkable accomplishment”
NEW YORK TIMES
“Inspires others to never think small”
CNN
INTERNATIONAL TOP FEMALE MOTIVATIONAL AND RESILIENCE SPEAKER & THOUGHT LEADER IN MOTIVATION
Cara Brookins is best known as the mom who built a house with her kids using YouTube Tutorials.
In a world filled with economic uncertainty, political volatility, unprecedented developments in technology, increasingly devastating natural disasters, and never-ending challenges, staying motivated can feel impossible. Cara combines her expertise in the science of motivation with more than twenty years of business experience to empower audiences to navigate change and thrive in any situation.
Using real-life examples from her unconventional construction site, Cara shares the latest science-based motivation strategies to challenge conventional thinking and transform the way you approach personal growth, change, teamwork, and leadership.
CARA’S STORY HAS OVER 2 BILLION MEDIA IMPRESSIONS & HAS BEEN SHARED IN MORE THAN 100+ COUNTRIES AROUND THE WORLD
“…inspired by what Cara was able to do using YouTube”
SUSAN WOJCICKI, YOUTUBE CEO
“Cara Brookins does not believe in baby steps.”
HOME DEPOT
“Cara truly sets an example that nothing is impossible”
STORYPICK
“Cara rose over adversity in her personal life.”
GOOD MORNING AMERICA
TURN INSPIRATION INTO IMPACT
Building Adaptitude® Beyond the Stage
Cara Brookins’ Adaptitude® keynote inspires teams to adapt in real time—to build resilience, momentum, and unity in moments of change. Now, that message extends beyond the ballroom.
Through Start Good™, Cara invites your organization to take the ideas of Adaptitude®—focus, collaboration, and courage—and turn them into tangible global impact through a partnership with Heifer International®. Together, your team will build something that matters while supporting regenerative agriculture and sustainable livelihoods around the world.
Whether through a symbolic donation, a hands-on local build, or an international leadership immersion, your team becomes part of a living story of Adaptitude®—one that demonstrates how organizations can evolve, serve, and lead change.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH CARA BROOKINS
START GOOD™
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“I have to confess, when we began YouTube in the garages of Menlo Park,…
I never thought that the future reality would be meeting an extraordinary person like Cara Brookins… her determined, innovative use of how-to videos is motivation for anyone!"
STEVE CHEN, CO-FOUNDER OF YOUTUBE
Get a behind the scenes peek into her family’s unconventional construction site
Mind-boggling photos of her young children building a house at her side will transport you behind the scenes as sheer determination takes an impossible project to victory.
VIRAL MEDIA SENSATION
Her story has been shared & published in more than 100+ countries around the world for a reason
Cara’s grit and determination cross regional, cultural, and financial barriers to touch the hearts of all people with aspirations, struggles, and hopes. She inspires us all to believe in our ability to achieve extraordinary things, regardless of where we come from.
LATEST BOOKS
Continue the inspiration with signed books
This is off-stage inspiration with even more deeply personal stories and research-backed advice to give attendees a tangible way to take home the life-changing strategies, encouragement, and motivation.
There’s a reason global celebrities and household names invite Cara to join them
Cara’s unique story resonates with people universally, so you can be sure your audience will be inspired, empowered, and motivated by her keynotes.
ON THE TODAY SHOW WITH KATHIE LEE & HODA
PROJECT WITH NICOLE KIDMAN
ON HARRY CONNICK JR’S NAMESAKE SHOW
ON TAMRON HALL’S NAMESAKE SHOW
THE WORLD WOMAN SUMMIT
ON THE HALLMARK HOME & FAMILY TALK SHOW
“A fantastic testament to the strength of human will and what we will do for our families.”
CNN
