Signature Keynote
Rediscovering Play
A transformative and actionable framework that inspires passion, expands possibility, and redefines the game.
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In this transformative keynote…
Caleb Campbell leads audiences on a journey to rediscover what we once instinctively knew—the essence of play—the energy, curiosity, and sense of aliveness that made life feel light, meaningful, and full of possibility.
From the highs of the NFL to the lows of losing himself in the grind, Caleb reveals how to rediscover the part of us that fuels our best performance, strengthens relationships, and restores what life’s pressures have worn down—our mental health.
Have You Noticed?
The constant pressure to be “on,” the endless noise of expectations, and the never-ending pace of life are leaving people drained—the type of tired more sleep doesn’t solve.
Morale is low, burnout is high, and the well-being that makes life worth living is slipping away.
This not only affects our performance, but it strains team dynamics and undermines our ability to connect—affecting how we work, how we lead, and how we live.
And this is an experience that Caleb knows all too well.
Caleb grew up loving football—not for the wins, but for the sheer joy of it.
But as he got older, the stakes grew higher, and the game became something else entirely.
By the time he attended West Point, served as an Army officer, and was drafted into the NFL, football wasn’t just a game—it was survival.
Hailed as “America’s athlete,” Caleb appeared to be at the top of his game—but behind the applause and accolades, he was struggling.
The relentless pressure to perform and the weight of living up to expectations left him externally successful—but internally bankrupted.
Disconnected from the joy and aliveness he once knew—he embarked on a journey that would change it all.
Caleb’s greatest breakthrough didn’t come from more success or a greater achievement.
It happened when he moved to Canada, became a janitor of an organization, and was given a $2 notebook.
That notebook, now known as his feelings playbook, became a mirror, helping Caleb confront the inner challenges he was avoiding and catalyzing a transformation that renewed his life.
But it was never about the notebook.
It was about what it represented—the courage to face discomfort head-on and, in doing so, expand into something greater.
The result wasn’t just emerging on the other side feeling fully renewed with greater resilience. It was something far deeper.
It was a rediscovery of what we intuitively knew as kids: deep presence, unfiltered joy and a sense of aliveness that made life worth living
A rediscovery of his play.
This journey became the foundation for the Leadership Expansion Process—a transformative framework designed to help leaders befriend the inner discomfort of their own lives and, as a result—expand into something greater.
Leadership Expansion Process
What Is Play?
Play is a state of mind. A way of being.
It’s a rediscovery of the presence, joy, and aliveness we knew as kids but lost somewhere along the way.
It’s the spark that reminds us of the life that’s possible, but buried beneath the weight of deadlines, expectations, and the constant noise of “doing more.”
To play is to fully engage. To be fully present. And to feel fully alive.
Rediscovering our play isn’t about frivolous activities—it’s about shifting from merely enduring our days to fully living them.
It reignites the part of us that fuels our best performance, strengthens relationships, and restores what life’s pressures have worn down—our mental health.
Play isn’t a distraction from the pressure of life—it’s the antidote. And the truth is, we don’t just deserve it—we need it.
The game isn’t slowing down, but when we do this work, we don’t need the game to change—we change how we play it.
Why It Matters
Because this story isn’t unique to me.
We’re all playing a game—the game of leadership, business, parenting, or simply trying to keep up with life’s relentless demands.
And as we continue to face rapid change, limited resources, and the relentless noise of expectations and pressure, staying in the game and, more importantly—enjoying the game—is more challenging than ever.
The truth is, people don’t need more strategies, productivity hacks, or new methods to push harder.
They need to rediscover what they’ve lost along the way.
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To play is to engage fully, bringing energy, presence, and creativity to challenges, which leads to more focused, adaptable, and innovative leaders and greater performance.
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To play is to restore mental health, offering leaders and teams a renewed sense of clarity, resilience, and well-being.
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To play is to create cultures that inspire and retain, fostering workplaces where people feel connected, valued, and motivated to thrive.
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To play is to rediscover aliveness, unlocking the joy and purpose that makes our work and our lives worth it.
After Rediscovering Your Play, Your Leaders and Your Teams Will…
Expand
Learn how to reframe daily pressures into opportunities to expand your passion, performance, and possibility—even in the toughest moments.
Transform
Learn the framework that strengthens your inner foundation, enhances your well-being, and equips you to lead in a world that won’t slow down
Become a Playmaker
When we rediscover play, we not only transform our own experience of life, but we also inspire those around us. We become playmakers.