Oliver Burkeman

Oliver Burkeman is British journalist and Sunday Times best-selling author, writing on pivotal elements that contribute towards the satisfaction of life. Between 2006 and 2020 Oliver wrote the a weekly column for The Guardian, This Column Will Change Your Life, on the intersection of news and social psychology. A bestselling author of four books, Oliver is a pragmatic speaker with unique insights into the intricacies of life including happiness, productivity and mental health.

After graduating from University of Cambridge in 1994 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social and Political Sciences, Oliver reported from London, New York and Washington, publishing articles for his favoured psychology column in The Guardian from 2006-20. He has also gone on to create a bi-monthly newsletter called The Imperfectionist, speaking on productivity, the power of limits, mortality and building a meaningful life. Progressing further into his career as a devoted and established writer, Oliver has written for leading publications Psychologies, New Philosopher and The New York Times.

Oliver’s influential voice has led him to receive the Foreign Press Association's Young Journalist of the Year award and to be shortlisted for the Orwell Prize in 2006. Oliver has an extensive knowledge on psychology, social and political studies, leading him to speak on podcasts, such as Tea for Two hosted by Iona Italia and publish a variety of books. His best-selling books, Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals, The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can’t Stand Positive Thinking, and Help!: How to Become Slightly Happier and Get a Bit More Done, speak on positive thinking, efficiency, contentment and practicality.

Oliver Burkeman’s upfront approach towards self-help has been featured in the likes of INSIDER, The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. Oliver has previously spoken for Talks at Google and TEDx, explaining the efforts that go into coping with being busy, solutions and implementing boundaries and limits. His forthright yet communicative voice is perfect to challenge readers and encourage an audience towards living a more mindful and happier life - and this credibility makes Champions Speakers proud to be an official speaker agent for Oliver Burkeman. Book Oliver today to captivate and educate people at your event, his unique, innovative approach will be unforgettable.