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# Dr Steve Harris: The Mind Doctor

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- [Chasing the Game or Changing the Game? – Mental Toughness Analysis](https://www.steveharris.co.za/changing-the-game-mental-toughness-analysis/): Viewed through my Mental Toughness model, I believe the decisive difference was the ability to chase the game while also knowing when and how to change the game.
- [Springboks v All Blacks Mental Toughness Review](https://www.steveharris.co.za/springboks-v-all-blacks-mental-toughness-ct/): The seven components of mental toughness, explained: read the framework here
- [Springboks v All Blacks Mental Toughness Review Ellis Park, 22 August 2026 | All Blacks 33–16 Springboks | Half-time: Springboks 13–12](https://www.steveharris.co.za/springboks-v-all-blacks-mental-toughness/): For a deeper look at how the Six Cs framework applies across different high-pressure environments, see our full breakdown of the Mental Toughness model in our other blogs here.
- [A Motivational Speaker’s View From the Isuzu Stage](https://www.steveharris.co.za/a-motivational-speakers-view-from-the-isuzu-stage/): I was standing at the back of a beautiful venue this week, waiting to go on, watching a room fill up with the Isuzu team. Great people. A product they clearly love. An energy in the room that you cannot fake. And I found myself thinking about the number that had brought us all together.
- [Mental Toughness for Accountants: Lessons From a Keynote at Vodacom World](https://www.steveharris.co.za/motivational-speaker-for-accountants/): This is the part of the job most people never see. Long before a motivational speaker takes the stage, there is the question of what a room of sharp, sceptical, numbers driven people really needs to hear. Accountants do not respond to fluff. They respond to substance, evidence and a clear reason to change something on Monday morning. That is exactly why mental toughness, treated as a practical skill rather than a slogan, lands so well with this audience.
- [The Art of Repair: What Kintsugi Teaches Us About Mental Toughness](https://www.steveharris.co.za/the-art-of-repair-mental-toughness-kintsugi/): The philosophy resonated deeply with me because it challenges one of the most common misconceptions about resilience and mental toughness.
- [The Power Of Culture Under Pressure](https://www.steveharris.co.za/the-power-of-culture-under-pressure/): Culture is the only thing standing between your team and chaos...
- [What Lies Within You: The Resilience Talk at Glencore That Got the Room Thinking](https://www.steveharris.co.za/what-lies-within-you-resilience-glencore-dr-steve-harris/): That is what resilience does when you talk about it honestly. It stops being a corporate buzzword and starts being personal.
- [New Book Revision: Mental Toughness as a Force Multiplier for Surviving to Thriving](https://www.steveharris.co.za/mental-toughness-as-a-force-multiplier-for-surviving-to-thriving/): The striking new visual identity captures the core philosophy behind Dr Steve Harris’s work, that mental toughness is not merely about surviving pressure, but about transforming pressure into strategic advantage. It is about harmonising the demands of chasing the game, competing, surviving, and delivering under pressure, with the higher-order ability to change the game through innovation, reinvention, and strategic foresight.
- [Live on the Expresso Show Monday 4th of May at 6am – Building a Steady Mindset](https://www.steveharris.co.za/expresso-show-4-may/): Stay Focused, Stay Moving: Watch Dr. Steve Harris Joins live on the Expresso show this coming Monday morning at 6:00 am, the discussion will also be joined by Kirsty Melmed.
- [Mental Toughness: The Force Multiplier That Separates Winners From the Rest](https://www.steveharris.co.za/mental-toughness-speaker-south-africa/): The few who consistently rise above the noise are not simply smarter or more experienced. They operate from a fundamentally different mental framework. That framework has a name. It is called mental toughness, and it is the single greatest performance differentiator available to any leader, team or organisation.
- [When the Blindfold Goes On, Real Team Building Shows Up](https://www.steveharris.co.za/team-building-workshop/): There is a moment in every meaningful team building experience when the noise drops away and something honest surfaces. For the participants of one of Dr. Steve Harris's most talked-about workshops, that moment arrived the second their blindfolds went on and they stepped onto a football pitch with no idea what was coming next.
- [Mental Toughness Examination: Proteas vs New Zealand T20 World Cup Semi-Final](https://www.steveharris.co.za/mental-toughness-proteas-vs-new-zealand/): Instead, the match exposed a more nuanced challenge in elite sport: mental toughness under scoreboard pressure.
- [Mental Toughness Examination: Stormers vs Lions](https://www.steveharris.co.za/mental-toughness-examination-stormers-vs-lions/): Elite rugby is rarely decided by talent alone. Research consistently shows that psychological control under pressure is a decisive performance variable (see findings from World Rugby and performance research in the Journal of Applied Sport Psychology. The gap on Friday was not physical. It was psychological economy.
- [Mental Toughness in Rugby: France vs Italy – A Performance Breakdown](https://www.steveharris.co.za/mental-toughness-in-rugby-france-v-italy-a-performance-breakdown/): Elite sport is rarely decided by skill alone. At international level, physical preparation is assumed. What separates teams is mental toughness, the ability to execute under pressure with clarity, composure and control. France’s victory over Italy was not chaotic dominance or emotional overdrive. It was controlled authority. The defining feature was not simply that France won, it was how consistently they operated with intentional control rather than passive drift. Below is a structured mental toughness analysis of the performance.
- [Mental Toughness Breakdown: Scotland vs England](https://www.steveharris.co.za/mental-toughness-breakdown-scotland-vs-england/): When two rivals like Scotland and England meet, the game is never just tactical, it’s psychological. This Six Nations clash was a clear case study in mental toughness under pressure.
- [Steve Harris: The Mental Architect Behind the Springboks’ Winning Edge](https://www.steveharris.co.za/steve-harris-the-mental-architect-behind-the-springboks-winning-edge/): Former Springboks mind coach and manager, Steve Harris, is a leading motivational speaker in South Africa, known for transforming teams through mental toughness, innovation, and high-performance strategies. Drawing on years of experience coaching and mentoring elite athletes, Harris now brings the same principles to corporate organisations, delivering motivational workshops, team-building programmes, and workplace performance solutions that help businesses unlock their full potential.
- [Start 2026 Strong – Book a Motivational Workshop With Dr Steve Harris](https://www.steveharris.co.za/2026-motivational-workshop-for-corporates/): If you’re planning ahead for 2026 or integrating new team members, early-year workshops can make a powerful impact. Now is an ideal time to schedule in your kick-off motivational workshop or high performance team building session for the start of the new year.
- [Thanks and appreciation from N2P and all Hog Day Conference 2025 delegates](https://www.steveharris.co.za/n2p-hog-day-conference-2025/): When South African organisations need to re-energise their teams and inspire lasting motivation, they often turn to Dr Steve Harris, a leading motivational speaker and performance coach known for his engaging, research-based approach to mental toughness. His recent keynote at the Hog Day Conference 2025, held in the Western Cape, perfectly demonstrated why he remains one of the most trusted voices in corporate and industry motivation.
- [Finish Strong: Year‑End High‑Performance Team Building with Dr Steve Harris](https://www.steveharris.co.za/finish-strong-year-end-high-performance-team-building-with-dr-steve-harris/): It’s precisely at this juncture that investing in a high‑performance team building workshop can make all the difference. Here’s why engaging Dr Steve Harris for a tailored corporate team building session now can set your team up for both a strong finish and a powerful start to the next year.
- [Explore Rainbow Road – The Latest Release by Dr Steve Harris](https://www.steveharris.co.za/explore-rainbow-road-the-latest-release-by-dr-steve-harris/): In his latest work, Steve Harris weaves a powerful narrative that brings South Africa’s history into sharp focus. Through vivid storytelling and deeply human characters, Rainbow Road captures the struggles, divisions, and resilience that defined generations. This is more than a novel—it is a lens into the lived realities of apartheid and the endurance of those who faced it.
- [Join My New LinkedIn Business Page](https://www.steveharris.co.za/join-my-new-linkedin-business-page/): This page is dedicated to the work I do with corporates, including:
- [Motivate Your Team to Perform at Their Peak](https://www.steveharris.co.za/motivate-your-team-to-perform-at-their-peak/): Motivational Speaker Dr Steve Harris, A Business Strategist, Mental Toughness Coach, and one of South Africa’s leading Motivational Speakers.
- [7 Motivational Topics To Motivate Your Staff](https://www.steveharris.co.za/7-motivational-topics-to-motivate-your-staff/): A motivational workshop isn’t just about inspiration—it’s about equipping your team with the habits and mindset needed to perform at their best.
- [High-Performance Team Building: Motivational Workshops to Get the Best Out of Your Staff Before Easter](https://www.steveharris.co.za/high-performance-team-building-motivational-workshops-to-get-the-best-out-of-your-staff-before-easter/): A high-performing team doesn’t just happen—it’s built through motivation, strategic leadership, and a shared vision. Investing in a high-performance team-building workshop with Dr. Steve Harris is the key to unlocking your team’s full potential and achieving remarkable results in your business.
- [Transform Your Company in 2025: The Power of Team Building and Motivational Workshops with Dr. Steve Harris](https://www.steveharris.co.za/the-power-of-team-building-motivational-speaker-workshops/): In 2025, businesses will face a unique set of challenges as they navigate a world of remote working, evolving technologies, and ever-changing market demands. One way to ensure your business stays competitive and continues to thrive is by investing in your team. Dr. Steve Harris, a renowned motivational speaker and corporate trainer, offers high performance team-building workshops that can help transform your organization’s performance, morale, and productivity.
- [Boost Performance With A Team Building Motivational Workshop – Perfect For Corporates](https://www.steveharris.co.za/team-building-motivational-workshops-for-corporates-boost-performance/): In today’s fast-paced business world, keeping your team motivated and performing at their best is crucial. Whether you're facing low morale, lack of focus, or just need a fresh perspective, hiring a motivational speaker like Dr. Steve Harris can make all the difference.
- [Elevate Workplace Performance with Dr. Steve Harris – Leading Corporate Motivational Speaker](https://www.steveharris.co.za/elevate-workplace-performance-with-dr-steve-harris-leading-corporate-motivational-speaker/): In today’s fast-paced corporate environment, employee motivation is a key driver of productivity, innovation, and overall business success. Companies that invest in motivational strategies and high performance team building, experience improved team performance, higher employee engagement, and a stronger workplace culture.
- [Customer feedback on Steve’s inspiring and engaging talk on Mental Toughness](https://www.steveharris.co.za/customer-feedback-on-steves-inspiring-and-engaging-talk-on-mental-toughness/): Another testament to the power and impact of our approach has just come in—read on for inspiring client feedback that highlights how our talk on Mental Toughness sparked renewed resilience, focus, and motivation during a challenging time.
- [Feedback from a Mental Toughness Motivational Workshop with Allan Gray](https://www.steveharris.co.za/feedback-from-a-mental-toughness-motivational-workshop-with-allan-gray/): A Powerful Testimonial: See Why Steve Harris is the Motivational Speaker Your Team Needs in 2025! 🌟
- [Elevate Your Teams Mental and Physical Wellness With A Motivational Workshop By Dr. Steve Harris](https://www.steveharris.co.za/elevate-your-teams-mental-and-physical-wellness-with-a-motivational-workshop-by-dr-steve-harris/): Dr. Steve Harris blends the benefits of motivation with mental, emotional and physical wellness to help you manage uncertainty and discover marginal gains in your performance. e.g.
- [Teamwork & Culture Motivational Workshop](https://www.steveharris.co.za/teamwork-culture-motivational-workshop/): As a motivational speaker, team builder, and skilled facilitator, Steve focuses on fostering mental and emotional connections within teams. His sessions emphasize communication, trust, and strategic alignment, ensuring teams become more cohesive and goal-oriented.
- [High Performance Team Building Motivational Workshops](https://www.steveharris.co.za/high-performance-team-building-motivational-workshops/): As a conference speaker and workshop facilitator, Steve specializes in fostering mental and emotional bonding within teams through a shared purpose, such as strategic alignment. My sessions focus on building communication, trust, and interdependence, creating stronger, more aligned teams ready to achieve their goals
- [A mentally tough team doesn’t just survive; they thrive together](https://www.steveharris.co.za/a-mentally-tough-team-doesnt-just-survive-they-thrive-together/): Hiring a motivational speaker in South Africa, such as Dr. Steve Harris, is a strategic investment in your team’s ability to thrive. His workshops focus on building mental toughness and unity, equipping your staff to overcome challenges and excel in any environment.
- [A team united by a Mental Toughness mindset can achieve the extraordinary](https://www.steveharris.co.za/a-team-united-by-a-mental-toughness-mindset-can-achieve-the-extraordinary/): "Mental toughness isn't about avoiding challenges; it's about embracing them with unwavering resolve. A team united by this mindset can achieve the extraordinary."
- [Red Cross Motivational Team Building Feedback](https://www.steveharris.co.za/red-cross-motivational-team-building-feedback/): Feedback from the South African Red Cross. a clear testament to the effectiveness, reach impact of our approach
- [The dark Art of Mental Toughness](https://www.steveharris.co.za/the-dark-art-of-mental-toughness/): {"@context": "https://schema.org/","@type": "LocalBusiness","name": "Motivational Speaker Dr. Steve Harris","description": "","aggregateRating": {"@type": "AggregateRating","ratingValue": "5.0","reviewCount": "169","bestRating": "5","worstRating": "1"},"image": "https://www.steveharris.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/motivational-speaker-dr-steve-harris-original-222x45.png", "priceRange": "$$$"}
- [Mental Toughness & The Dark Arts](https://www.steveharris.co.za/mental-toughness-the-dark-arts/): Dr Steve Harris was requested to speak for the South African Lifesaving Team in a Development Workshop.
- [Give Yourself A Mental Makeover With The Dark Art Of Mental Toughness](https://www.steveharris.co.za/give-yourself-a-mental-makeover-with-the-dark-art-of-mental-toughness/): Through motivational workshops with Dr Steve Harris, you can learn how to change your mindset and relearn through research and new knowledge attained applying mental toughness.
- [Steve’s motivational talk covering the topic of Fire & Ice.](https://www.steveharris.co.za/steves-motivational-talk-covering-the-topic-of-fire-ice/): Dr Steve Harris shares some of his insights on mental toughness and in particular the relationship between a fiery desire to achieve whilst maintaining a clear and calm demeanour today.
- [Dr Steve Harris Discusses Sales The Art Of Sales At A Recent NEC Sales Conference](https://www.steveharris.co.za/steve-discusses-the-art-of-sales-at-a-recent-nec-sales-conference/): In a recent sales conference at NEC, Steve discussed some pointers for achieving sales.
- [Enhancing SACAFMA’s Strategy Through Mental Toughness](https://www.steveharris.co.za/enhancing-sacafmas-strategy-through-mental-toughness/): Steve was invited to assist SACAFMA in recent strategy session, where he guided the council members towards greater clarity and effectiveness.
- [Unlocking the Power of Motivational Team Building: Steve’s Impact at the DHL Sales Conference](https://www.steveharris.co.za/unlocking-the-power-of-motivational-team-building-steves-impact-at-the-dhl-sales-conference/): Steve played a pivotal role in a recent DHL Sales Conference, where he led a session aimed at bolstering teamwork using his Mental Toughness Model. This framework formed the basis for engaging discussions and classroom activities throughout the day. Additionally, he organized an interactive game called "Service Ball," injecting a sense of fun while illustrating the principles of effective teamwork.
- [Dr Steve Harris Discusses South Africa’s state of mental health on The Espresso Show April 30th](https://www.steveharris.co.za/dr-steve-harris-discusses-south-africas-state-of-mental-health-on-the-espresso-show-april-30th/): Tune in to the Espresso Morning Show on SABC3, Tuesday the 30th of April at 06:20 am where Dr. Steve Harris Sheds Light on the state of South Africa's Mental Health.
- [The UFS Organisational Development 2024 Launch](https://www.steveharris.co.za/the-ufs-organisational-development-2024-launch/): Recently invited to host the UFS Organisational Development 2024 Launch, Dr. Steve Harris engaged with attendees on the topic of mental toughness. Some of the topics discussed included the below.
- [Facilitator Dr. Steve Harris: The Catalyst for Peak Team Performance via Effective Communication Strategies](https://www.steveharris.co.za/facilitator-dr-steve-harris-the-catalyst-for-peak-team-performance-via-effective-communication-strategies/): Elevate your team's dynamics with our high-performance team-building workshops, meticulously crafted and facilitated by Dr. Steve Harris. As a facilitator, Dr. Harris specializes in nurturing teams, guiding them to surpass their organizational targets through a blend of collaborative efforts and expert facilitation. Propel your enterprise toward its aspirations with a workshop that encapsulates the essence of teamwork and leadership fundamentals.
- [Fun was had at a recent Mossel Bay Team Building Event](https://www.steveharris.co.za/fun-was-had-at-a-recent-mossel-bay-team-building-event/): The Mossel Bay Municipality asked Motivational Speaker Dr. Steve Harris, to assist their workers with a teamwork outing along with a short motivational talk.
- [How to get your point across and get your staff to take action in 2024](https://www.steveharris.co.za/how-to-get-your-point-across-and-get-your-staff-to-take-action-in-2024/): In the volatile, unpredictable, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) world of business, companies are navigating a mix of challenges and opportunities and crafting a robust strategy is just the beginning.  The key lies in implementing a strategy effectively and empowering your team to act decisively. So, let's explore how you can achieve this.
- [Requesting outside help to motivate your staff for 2024 is a step in the right direction.](https://www.steveharris.co.za/requesting-outside-help-to-motivate-your-staff-for-2024-is-a-step-in-the-right-direction/): At various stages of our lives, we all come across coaches, teachers, or mentors—individuals who fulfill unique roles for specific purposes.
- [Reset Your Mental Toughness For 2024](https://www.steveharris.co.za/motivation/): Stay Motivated With Our Motivational Quotes
- [Motivational Quote – You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take](https://www.steveharris.co.za/motivational-quote-you-miss-100-of-the-shots-you-dont-take/): Stay Motivated With Our Motivational Quotes
- [Embracing Tomorrow: Navigating the Complex Landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI)](https://www.steveharris.co.za/embracing-tomorrow-navigating-the-complex-landscape-of-artificial-intelligence-ai/): Navigating the Waves of AI: Hype, Hope, and Healthy Scepticism.
- [Motivational Quote – Just pick a goal, a goal you truly want to achieve…](https://www.steveharris.co.za/motivational-quote-just-pick-a-goal-a-goal-you-truly-want-to-achieve/): Stay Motivated With Our Motivational Quotes
- [Romania Requiring Resilience: Mental Strength Essential Following Springbok Defeat](https://www.steveharris.co.za/romania-requiring-resilience-mental-strength-essential-following-springbok-defeat/): South Africa executed their game plan to perfection at the Rugby World Cup on Sunday, delivering a resounding victory against underdogs Romania, who had previously suffered an 8-82 defeat at the hands of Ireland last week. Some mental toughness should come into play ahead of their next game against Scotland, another of their pool B opponents next week.
- [Motivational Quote – I felt that I could win it, and that was what I was there for.](https://www.steveharris.co.za/motivational-quote-take-action-with-an-inch-of-movement-2/): Stay Motivated With Our Motivational Quotes
- [Motivational Quote – Take Action With An Inch Of Movement](https://www.steveharris.co.za/motivational-quote-take-action-with-an-inch-of-movement/): Stay Motivated With Our Motivational Quotes
- [Self Discipline – Mastering Time Management – Live On The Expresso Show](https://www.steveharris.co.za/self-discipline-mastering-time-management-live-on-the-expresso-show/): Motivational Speaker Dr. Steve Harris took the stage on the Expresso morning show last week. In this episode, he shares his invaluable insights on self-discipline and time management. Discover Dr. Harris' unique take on this essential topic and gain practical strategies to enhance your productivity. Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion – Self - Discipline: Mastering Time Management! Watch the video in the YouTube Channel below.
- [Weathering The Storm, Building Positive School Climate](https://www.steveharris.co.za/weathering-the-storm-building-positive-school-climate/): My client wanted a motivational speaker to give a keynote address on the topic “weathering the storm”
- [Customer Feedback – A Motivational talk by Dr Steve Harris  “Surviving to thriving”](https://www.steveharris.co.za/customer-feedback-a-motivational-talk-by-dr-steve-harris-surviving-to-thriving/): Finding myself in a "Blue Ocean" (how lucky though...) I became complacent- which is a very dangerous place to be. It was such a profound reminder to always be better prepared, and why planning and is so important for being successful - especially in our industry.
- [Another stellar review received from our satisfied client](https://www.steveharris.co.za/another-stellar-review-received-from-satisfied-client/): My Client was the South African Principals Association (SAPA). They scheduled a two-day conference at Houhoek Hotel entitled Weathering the Storm.
- [Yet another satisfied customer departs with a glowing 5-star review](https://www.steveharris.co.za/yet-another-satisfied-customer-departs-with-a-glowing-5-star-review/): I am so thankful for the way in which you wrapped up the South African Principals Association conference. Your engaging and humorous motivational presentation and style certainly resonated with our SAPA delegates. When I sent you the brief, I had a clear objective in mind – you certainly met that and delivered so much more. It was a privilege to have met you and I know that the education world will certainly call on you again – to secure the future of this country, we desperately need people like you.
- [Rise of the Warrior Leader – Episode 6 – Mental Toughness to master your mind (Dr Steve Harris)](https://www.steveharris.co.za/rise-of-the-warrior-leader-episode-6-mental-toughness-to-master-your-mind-dr-steve-harris/): Steve was recently invited to attend a discussion with Claudio Chiste, author of  “Mental Toughness of a Warrior” to discuss how being mentally tough and having the "warrior instinct" is vital for perseverance in today's ever-changing culture, day and age.
- [An Appreciative Customer Testimonial: A Source of Motivation](https://www.steveharris.co.za/an-appreciative-customer-testimonial-a-source-of-motivation/): We are extremely grateful for yet another customer review that has left us inspired and motivated. The feedback received reflects the unwavering support and satisfaction we strive to deliver to our valued customers.
- [Motivational Quote – If you are not willing to risk the usual](https://www.steveharris.co.za/if-you-are-not-willing-to-risk-the-usual/): Stay Motivated With Our Motivational Quotes
- [Watch Dr Steve Harris Live On This Mornings Expresso Show Here](https://www.steveharris.co.za/watch-dr-steve-harris-live-on-this-mornings-expresso-show-here/): In case you missed it this morning, Steve was live on the Expresso Show. You can catch up by watching the recording on the Expresso Show's YouTube channel.
- [Catch Dr Steve Harris tomorrow morning live on the Expresso TV show on SABC 3](https://www.steveharris.co.za/catch-dr-steve-harris-tomorrow-morning-live-on-the-expresso-tv-show-on-sabc-3/): Tune in tomorrow morning to watch Dr. Steve Harris live on the Expresso TV show on SABC 3 from 8:10-8:40 am. During the show, Steve will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of working from home.
- [Motivational Quote – The only way to be truly satisfied](https://www.steveharris.co.za/motivational-quote-the-only-way-to-be-truly-satisfied/): Stay Motivated With Our Motivational Quotes
- [The advantages of a professionally run Team Building workshop.](https://www.steveharris.co.za/the-advantages-of-a-professionally-run-team-building-workshop/): Professional team building refers to the process of developing a cohesive and effective team that is capable of working together to achieve common goals and objectives. It involves a range of activities and exercises designed to improve communication, collaboration, trust, and cooperation among team members.
- [Motivational Quote – Success is not final](https://www.steveharris.co.za/motivational-quote-success-is-not-final/): Stay Motivated With Our Motivational Quotes
- [Strategic plans or a strategy without teambuilding and culture alignment is close to waste of time. ](https://www.steveharris.co.za/strategic-plans-or-a-strategy-without-teambuilding-and-culture-alignment-is-close-to-waste-of-time/): People support what they helped to create. You have probably heard of the claim: "culture eats strategy for breakfast."
- [Entering Blue Oceans in 2023](https://www.steveharris.co.za/entering-blue-oceans-in-2023/): What could we do if we didn't let the usual perceptions and obstacles limit us?
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- [Less Red and More Blue – a poem written by one of the delegates](https://www.steveharris.co.za/less-red-and-more-blue/): A poem written by one of the delegates in my Surviving to Thriving workshop with Valor Hospitality group. He captured many of the key components in rhyming pattern
- [Mental toughness workshop to help management at Branson Chemicals](https://www.steveharris.co.za/mental-toughness-workshop-to-help-management-at-branson-chemicals/): Branson Chemicals wanted a motivational speaker to inspire other sales management to reach beyond their grasp. They understood that in most instances our mind is a big limiter and we have all developed a mental ceiling that regulates us. My response was to provide a mental toughness workshop to help management interrogate this limitation in addition to having some fun at the conference. The response was very positive!
- [Very Positive Feedback From Clients Mental Toughness Session](https://www.steveharris.co.za/very-positive-feedback-from-clients-mental-toughness-session/): Afrikaans Edition
- [The power of mindsets – a behavioural approach to wellness](https://www.steveharris.co.za/the-power-of-mindsets-a-behavioural-approach-to-wellness/): Motivational Speaker Dr. Steve Harris delivers a powerful motivational presentation or workshop on the influence of mindsets on our wellness.
- [How team building and a motivational speaker can help manage Motivation and Performance affected by COVID.  ](https://www.steveharris.co.za/how-team-building-and-a-motivational-speaker-can-help-manage-motivation-and-performance-affected-by-covid/): The pandemic has affected all of us. Some have benefitted but most have had negative performance and health effects.
- [High Performance Team Building](https://www.steveharris.co.za/high-performance-team-building/): Critical thinking is the mental process for reviewing the origin of your thinking.
- [What Is Critical Thinking?](https://www.steveharris.co.za/what-is-critical-thinking/): South African Motivational Speaker, guest speaker, and facilitator, Dr Steve Harris, defines Critical Thinking as a mental process for reviewing the integrity of your thoughts. In so doing, you will discover what you must unlearn to become successful and significant. This requires identifying certain tendencies that you may have in selecting information that supports your existing biases and beliefs.
- [A New Perspective On Motivational Coaching](https://www.steveharris.co.za/a-new-perspective-on-motivational-coaching/): Mental toughness unlocks the potential for breaking through your mental ceiling. You become highly resilient to experiences that might be disabling to someone else. This was the main conclusion from motivational speaker Dr Steve Harris’ PhD thesis.
- [A High-Performance Team Building Programme](https://www.steveharris.co.za/a-high-performance-team-building-programme-with-motivational-speaker-dr-steve-harris/): It was an absolute pleasure to facilitate a high-performance team-building workshop with motivation for the staff of the Constitution Hill Human rights precinct. It is a living museum that tells the story of South Africa's journey to democracy. The site is a former prison and military fort that bears testament to South Africa's turbulent past and, today, is home to the country's Constitutional Court, which endorses the rights of all citizens. Its past includes famous inmates namely Nelson Mandela, Oliver Tambo, and Mahatma Gandhi.
- [What Does it Take for a Business to Become Successful and Significant?](https://www.steveharris.co.za/what-does-it-take-for-a-business-to-become-successful-and-significant/): A few months back, Dr Steve Harris, teambuilding motivational speaker and The Mind Doctor, discussed the Blue Oceans Strategy from Chan Kim’s 2005 book. Kim’s blue oceans’ metaphor defines a blue ocean as a less contested space. Here, the opposition is not as relevant, and you thrive (Kim, 2005). Dr Steve believes that you can apply the blue ocean strategy at not only an individual level but as well as a business one.
- [Is Your Hyper-Anxiety Leading to Anxiety or Depression?](https://www.steveharris.co.za/is-your-hyper-anxiety-leading-to-anxiety-or-depression/): In his Mental Toughness series, Dr Steve Harris, motivational speaker in South Africa, recently discussed that the drivers for hyper-anxiety are usually the negative legacy emotions of shame and guilt. These self-defeating emotions are triggered opportunistically after you experience the consequences of trauma.
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- [Does Talent Equate to a Competitive Advantage?](https://www.steveharris.co.za/does-talent-equate-to-a-competitive-advantage/): Dr Steve Harris, The Mind Doctor and motivational speaker in South Africa, recalls being told that no matter how hard you practice and strive for excellence; you can never achieve the same levels of mental or physical prowess as talented leaders, elite athletes, and high achievers. His research shows that this claim is false.
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- [Learning Mental Toughness With Dr Steve Harris on the Expresso Show](https://www.steveharris.co.za/learning-mental-toughness-with-dr-steve-harris-on-the-expresso-show/): Dr Steve Harris was live yesterday morning on the Expresso TV show on SABC 3. Watch this interview in which the presenters discuss Mental Toughness with Dr Steve Harris.
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- [Dr Steve in conversation about mental toughness](https://www.steveharris.co.za/dr-steve-in-conversation-about-mental-toughness/): Walking on Table Mountain, Motivational Speaker Dr. Steve Harris talks about how he developed a deeper understanding of this amazing differentiator. One that makes the difference between surviving and thriving.
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- [How to Find a Motivational Speaker in South Africa?](https://www.steveharris.co.za/faq-items/how-to-find-a-motivational-speaker-in-south-africa/): Finding a good motivational speaker in South Africa starts with getting honest about what you actually need. Not every speaker is the right speaker for every audience, and the difference between a good booking and a great one usually comes down to fit, not fame.
- [What Topics Should a Corporate Team Building Session Cover?](https://www.steveharris.co.za/faq-items/what-topics-should-a-corporate-team-building-session-cover/): The topics your team building session covers should reflect what is actually holding your team back. Cookie-cutter programmes that run the same content regardless of context miss the point entirely.
- [How Often Should a Company Do Team Building?](https://www.steveharris.co.za/faq-items/how-often-should-a-company-do-team-building/): Once a year is not enough. If it were, we would not still be seeing the same team problems twelve months later.
- [What Is the Difference Between Team Building and a Team Building Workshop?](https://www.steveharris.co.za/faq-items/what-is-the-difference-between-team-building-and-a-team-building-workshop/): A team building activity is typically an experiential event. Think of obstacle courses, cooking challenges, escape rooms, or sports days. The goal is shared experience, fun, and getting people to interact outside of their usual roles. Done well, these create connection. Done without structure, they are just a day off work with colleagues.
- [What Does a Facilitator Actually Do?](https://www.steveharris.co.za/faq-items/what-does-a-facilitator-actually-do/): It's more than just running a meeting. A skilled facilitator is part guide, part referee, part psychologist - and when they're really good, you barely notice they're doing any of it.
- [How Do You Measure the Success of a Team Building Event?](https://www.steveharris.co.za/faq-items/how-do-you-measure-the-success-of-a-team-building-event/): Here is a practical framework for measuring whether your team building event actually worked:
- [Why Does A Facilitator Matter?](https://www.steveharris.co.za/faq-items/why-does-a-facilitator-matter/): When you bring in someone like Dr Steve Harris - a facilitator who combines real-world business experience, a PhD rooted in human behaviour, and the mental toughness framework he's refined over decades - you're not just getting someone to run your day. You're getting someone who understands why groups get stuck and how to unlock them.
- [What is a Facilitator](https://www.steveharris.co.za/faq-items/what-is-a-facilitator/): Think of the last time your team sat in a room together - big plans on the table, lots of opinions flying around, and somehow by the end of the day... nothing was actually decided. Everyone talked, but nobody really moved. That's the gap a facilitator fills.
- [What Team Building Activities Are There For Corporates?](https://www.steveharris.co.za/faq-items/what-team-building-activities-are-there-for-corporates/): A good team building activity for corporate groups is not the one with the fanciest venue or the most elaborate setup. It is the one that creates a genuine shift in how your people see each other and how they show up together when it matters.