Jeffrey A. Barnes

What Are His Conferences Like?

Jeffrey A. Barnes’s conferences blend his knowledge of Walt Disney with principles of leadership, resilience, and personal motivation. His style is passionate, motivational, and practical, capturing the Disney spirit to inspire audiences to reach their full potential. Jeff presents Walt Disney’s story as a framework to teach people how to set ambitious goals, face difficulties with resilience, and build a legacy through visionary leadership. His talks bring audiences to feel as if they are at the “Happiest Place on Earth,” connecting Disney’s teachings to real-world applications.

Selection of Conferences

Betting it “All” on Goals and Dreams

In this motivational talk, Jeff shares how Walt Disney, on the brink of bankruptcy, risked everything to pursue his dreams. This act of courage and commitment changed his life and the course of history. The audience learns how to push forward in tough times, find courage to lead, break free from limiting beliefs, and ignore skeptics. Jeff inspires his audience to take the necessary steps to pursue their dreams with determination.

Lessons from the Happiest Place on Earth

Jeff explains how Walt Disney stayed true to his vision, overcoming pressures to compromise on quality and cost. Through Disney’s lessons on customer service and creating memorable experiences, attendees learn about the power of vision, the importance of influence, empowerment, and responsibility. This talk provides tools to lead by example, motivate teams, and pay attention to every detail that enhances customer experience.

Walt Disney and the Power of Resilience

This talk explores Walt Disney’s story of resilience through numerous obstacles. From his humble beginnings to overcoming the crisis of Disneyland’s opening day, Jeff shares how Walt turned each challenge into an opportunity. The audience learns to act with purpose, innovate, and find solutions in times of crisis, drawing inspiration from Walt Disney’s persistence and creativity to succeed in the face of adversity.