Overcoming Gut Punches: Workplace Resilience & Humor Keynote
For organizations planning multi-day conferences, this presentation pairs seamlessly with Greg’s role as a corporate event emcee
What the “Overcoming Gut Punches” Keynote Delivers
Reframing Workplace Adversity
Laughter isn’t just a breather; it’s how sharp teams keep their heads when work gets chaotic. Greg shows employees how to defuse deadline panic, ditch workplace cynicism, and find genuine perspective when goals shift mid-quarter.
Agility & Change Management
Sudden pivots don’t have to trigger corporate freak-outs. Teams walk away with practical ways to ditch change fatigue, adapt to reorganizations without drama, and stay focused on results while keeping their sense of humor intact.
Burnout Defense & Team Trust
High pressure tends to drive people into isolated corners. Greg breaks down departmental barriers, helping teams talk through stress honestly, look out for one another, and build a culture where morale doesn’t bottom out during heavy cycles.
Immediate, Actionable Takeaways
Beyond the standing ovations and loud laughs, audiences leave with concrete communication habits they can put to work right away, whether pitching a tough client, managing a split room, or leading next Monday’s executive call.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Keynote
Everything event planners need to know about booking Greg Schwem’s resilience program for conferences, executive retreats, and annual meetings.
What is “Overcoming Gut Punches”?
It is Greg Schwem’s signature resilience presentation combining clean stand-up comedy with practical business takeaways. Drawing from his battle with colon cancer and two decades entertaining Fortune 500 companies, Greg shows teams how to tackle workplace disruption, heavy workloads, and change with humor, humility, and perspective.
What are Greg Schwem’s speaking fees for this keynote?
Speaking fees vary depending on the event format (in-person keynote, corporate emcee role, or virtual presentation), travel logistics, and customization requirements. Events in the greater Chicago area feature minimal travel expenses. To check current calendar availability and get an exact fee quote, fill out the booking form below or reach out directly at greg@gregschwem.com.
Is Greg Schwem’s comedy appropriate and HR-safe for corporate audiences?
Yes, 100%. Greg’s material is clean, intelligent, and specifically researched for your industry culture. Having performed for Microsoft, Cisco, and McDonald’s, he understands corporate boundaries and delivers big laughs without offensive language or uncomfortable humor.
How long is the keynote, and can it be paired with other programs?
The standard presentation runs 45 to 60 minutes, perfectly fitted for opening or closing conference slots. For multi-day events, planners frequently pair this keynote with Greg’s services as a corporate event emcee, or explore his pure workplace humor keynote, Laughing About Work.
Ready to Bring “Work, Laugh, Repeat” to Your Corporate Stage?
Book Greg Schwem’s signature workplace humor keynote. Fill out the details below to check tour availability, request an exact speaking fee quote, or customize clean, HR-approved business humor for your industry.
