Patrick J McGinnis

Author, entrepreneur and creator of the term FOMO

English

Portugues

Spanish

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New York

About the Expert

Who is Patrick J McGinnis?

Patrick J McGinnis is a global authority on innovation, leadership, and strategic decision-making. Renowned as the creator of FOMO and FOBO, his mission is to help individuals and organizations navigate complexity, enhance influence, and embrace entrepreneurship. He currently leads projects as an author, podcaster, and brand ambassador, sharing transformative ideas with international audiences.

What is his professional background?

Educated at Georgetown University and Harvard Business School, Patrick has built a solid career as an international bestselling author, venture capitalist, and advisor at the intersection of technology, psychology, and business. He is the creator and host of the podcast “FOMO Sapiens”, and his concepts have been featured in The New York Times, Financial Times, and Le Monde. He has partnered with tech giants like MercadoLibre and appeared in documentaries such as “This is Not Financial Advice”, in addition to delivering keynotes in over 115 countries.

Speaker’s Conferences

What are his conferences like?

Patrick’s talks are interactive, dynamic, and highly practical, combining academic rigor with real-world cases, humor, and actionable frameworks. Aimed at business leaders, sales teams, innovators, and entrepreneurs, his sessions help audiences understand and master the psychology behind decision-making, leadership, and digital transformation, offering strategies for today’s hyperconnected world.

Selection of conferences

MASTERING PERSUASION IN THE AGE OF FOMO

How to capture attention and drive action in the age of hyperconnectivity, using psychological principles to influence, create urgency, and persuade in both digital and in-person settings.

THE PARADOX OF PLENTY: DECISION MAKING & THE FEAR OF A BETTER OPTION

The psychology behind FOBO (Fear of a Better Option) and how to avoid analysis paralysis in order to make swift, value-driven decisions.

FOMAI: FEAR OF MISSING OUT ON AI & WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT

How to lead AI adoption without falling into the hype trap, prioritizing strategic decisions and avoiding common pitfalls in technology implementation.

THE 10% ENTREPRENEUR: BUILDING AN ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET WITHOUT GOING ALL-IN

How to boost entrepreneurial thinking within companies by encouraging side projects and a growth mindset for innovation and talent retention.

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