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Motivational Speaker

Identify Your
Purpose. Share Your Story.

Robert Xavier-Fogarty helps leaders and teams articulate what matters most. A storytelling movement that has reached over 1 million people worldwide.

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As Featured In
CNN
The New York Times
ESPN
MSNBC
Esquire
Fox News
"I’ve been doing leadership summits and leadership events my entire career, and I can honestly say this was the best experience I’ve ever had."
Alex Chriss, CEO, PayPal
PayPal
"Dear World gave us the opportunity to share intimate moments with the people we love and with the people we were trying to build a tremendous amount of trust with. There is no greater trust than telling someone something deeply personal about yourself. When the whole team does that, you don’t just have a chance to become closer — you do. It had nothing to do with basketball, and yet it had everything to do with basketball. It created a more trusting environment where you could teach better defense, better offense, and build a stronger system of communication, because people weren’t holding anything back."
Mike Krzyzewski, Duke University
Duke
"Because of Dear World, we are better able to tell our story and spark curiosity about who we are, where we came from, and where we are going. Every Airman has a story — and this work made a huge difference in mine."
Lt. Gen. VeraLinn “Dash” Jamieson, Ret., United States Air Force
United States Air Force
"I’ve never seen an exercise break down barriers faster than this one. If you want a group to connect and bond quickly, I would highly recommend Dear World."
Malaika Myers, CHRO, Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt
"If you are building an organization that values belonging, engagement, and mental health, you need the right tools. Dear World is the strongest tool I’ve seen for helping people understand themselves and connect authentically with others."
Daniel Raedel, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
"Dear World opens the door to honest communication and gives students the courage to take risks and share their stories."
Stephanie Barksdale, Tulane University
Tulane
"Dear World strengthened relationships and the trust on my team because they provide a process that is authentic, safe and memorable for us to truly tell our stories and to listen to our colleagues"
Thomas Fuchs, VP, Market Analysis and Strategy Genentech
Genentech
"Dear World makes friends of stranger. What they have to say. What we get to see. Captured in a photograph. Their process is remarkable because colleagues truly begin understand the stories within their team."
Patty McCord, Former Chief Talent Officer, Netflix
Netflix

Speaking Formats

High Impact Experiences
01

Opening Keynote

45-60 Minutes

Set the tone for your entire event. A high-energy session that inspires audiences to think differently about their stories and their power.

Ideal for:

All-Hands & Conferences

02

Closing Keynote

45-60 Minutes

Leave your audience with a powerful, emotional anchor. We turn the lessons of the event into a personalized call to action.

Ideal for:

Closing Plenaries

03

In-Depth Workshop

Half-Day / Full-Day

Go beyond the stage. A deep dive into the "Dear World" methodology where every participant walks away with a story worth telling.

Ideal for:

Leadership Teams & High Potentials

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to help you plan your next event.

How do you motivate high-performance teams?

By moving away from hype and focusing on authenticity. Robert helps teams find the shared meaning in their work, which is the most sustainable form of motivation.

Is the 'Brain Tattoo' method suitable for all industries?

Absolutely. From tech giants to non-profits, the human need for storytelling is universal. The method is adapted to resonate with your specific industry culture.

Do you offer follow-up coaching?

Yes. Many clients book a series of workshops or executive coaching sessions to ensure the inspiration from the keynote is translated into long-term habits.

Our Approach

Speaking &
Methodologies

Keynotes on leadership, culture, and change. Team and executive storytelling sessions. University and student leadership programs. Founder and C-suite intensives.

01

Make meaning
of change

02

Build trust
quickly

03

Communicate
with clarity

Brain Tattoo
Commercial

The Brain Tattoo Method™

Duration: 12-60 minutes

Participants distill what matters most into a single phrase and write it on their body as a temporary declaration. The simplicity invites clarity, sparks conversation, and creates lasting emotional impact.

Peer-to-Peer

The Portrait Process™

Duration: 12-60 minutes

Guided reflection paired with professional photography creates a moment of presence and witness. Participants shape a story, share it on their own terms, and are seen — not performed.

Portrait
Loyl
Social Impact

Loyl: Letter of Your Life

Duration: 45-60 minutes

A CEO or leader reading a short, personal letter on stage, connecting their life story to the organization’s values. Unpacking meaning and inviting the audience into the story.

Dear World
Portraits

One portrait. One message. A global storytelling project connecting humanity through the stories written on our skin.

Stuart Scott

Stuart Scott

ESPN Legend

Audrey, 17

Audrey, 17

Sandy Hook Shooting survivor

Robert

Robert

with syrian refugee

Celese Corcoran

Celese Corcoran

Boston Marathon Bombing Survivor

Celeste Corcoran

Celeste Corcoran

Boston Strong

South Sudan

South Sudan

World's New Country Series

Drew Brees

Drew Brees

Super Bowl Winning Quarterback

Declan, 17

Declan, 17

Sandy Hook Shooting Survivor

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If your people are navigating change,this work helps them move forward.

Let’s talk about what your moment requires.