Jorge Valdano

Football legend. Coach and football player for Real Madrid and the Argentine National Team. Expert in leadership and team management.

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Madrid

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About the Expert

Who Is Jorge Valdano?

Jorge Valdano is a football legend and a renowned expert in leadership and team management. With an illustrious career as a player and coach for Real Madrid and the Argentine National Team, Valdano is celebrated for his ability to inspire, lead, and motivate both on the field and in corporate settings. His innovative approach and expertise in translating sports values to the business world make him a top reference for those looking to maximize team potential and organizational success.

What is his Background?

Jorge Valdano’s career is a remarkable story of success and dedication in football and sports management. As a player, he won the World Cup with Argentina in 1986 and achieved Spanish league titles and UEFA Cups with Real Madrid. As an executive, he served twice as General Manager of Real Madrid, implementing significant innovations in the club’s organization and management. In 1999, he founded Makeateam, a consultancy focused on applying sports principles in corporate environments. Since 2013, Valdano has focused on sharing his vision and experience through conferences and works as General Manager of the Real Madrid Graduate School, a joint venture with the European University of Madrid.

Speaker’s Conferences

What Are His Conferences Like?

Jorge Valdano’s conferences emphasize leadership, teamwork, motivation, and talent management. With a unique ability to turn lessons from football into practical tools for businesses, Valdano combines personal anecdotes with deep analysis and actionable insights. His talks, which are often enhanced with sports-related visual aids, resonate with both business leaders and athletes. The central ideas in his presentations are rooted in the principles of his book, “The 11 Powers of a Leader.”

Selection of Conferences

Leadership and Vision in Sports

In this talk, Valdano explores how strategic vision and effective leadership are critical for success. Drawing from his experiences at Real Madrid and the Argentine National Team, he provides practical examples that businesses can apply to their own teams.

The Art of Managing Talent

Jorge Valdano delves into the importance of identifying and developing individual talent within a team. Based on his Makeateam experience, this conference addresses strategies for recognizing and maximizing the unique skills of each team member.

Motivation and Mental State in Elite Teams

Using his experiences as a player and executive, Valdano shows how motivation and the right mindset can turn an ordinary team into a high-performing one. He shares keys to maintaining momentum and commitment in competitive environments.

The 11 Powers of a Leader

Based on his book of the same name, this talk examines essential leadership values, including humility, passion, and credibility, and how they can make a difference for a team striving for excellence.

Book Jorge Valdano for your Event

Do You Want To Book Jorge Valdano?

If you’re looking for an inspiring and strategic talk on leadership, motivation, and team management, you can book Jorge Valdano through Thinking Heads. As one of the leading figures in talent management and leadership, Jorge offers an expert perspective on maximizing collective performance. Contact Thinking Heads today for more information and to secure his participation in your next event.

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