Amy Shoenthal Writer Speaker Journalist

Speaker, Leadership Coach, Author & Journalist

As the USA TODAY bestselling author of The Setback Cycle, Amy has worked with teams at Google, LinkedIn, Meta, and more to help them work through challenges, spark innovation, and guide them through strategic decision-making. Her viral TEDx talk has helped hundreds of thousands of people turn self-doubt into reinvention.

  • "Amy’s workshop couldn’t have come at a better time for my team. I needed to find an inspirational speaker who would instill confidence in my team and give them the tools to tackle an uphill challenge heading into Q4."

    Kaitlin Stebbins, Performance Media Team Lead, Samsung

  • "Amy Shoenthal is the speaker every host hopes to land. Amy led an event in October 2026, taking on one of the biggest anxieties in today’s workforce: how to keep pace with AI without losing what makes your work distinctly yours. The topic hit home for our network, drawing nearly 1,700 registrations across North America. Using the framework from her bestselling title, The Setback Cycle, she made a subject that can feel overwhelming practical, approachable, and even a little fun. She handled a wide-ranging live Q&A with substance and warmth, and behind the scenes she was prepared, generous, and a joy to work with. Amy is a must-book, and I’d welcome her back in a heartbeat!"

    Leigh Mikovch, The Alumni Consortium Network

  • "Amy led an energizing and interactive workshop at our recent managers’ offsite that exceeded already high expectations. She asked thoughtful questions about our team and our goals, customizing the session so it felt incredibly relevant to everyone in the room."  

    Randi Vaughn, Marketing Science Manager, Meta

  • "Amy has a standout ability to make complex concepts feel accessible and actionable. Rather than generic advice, she provided customized strategies that addressed our specific challenges. Her blend of anecdotes and science-backed research, and the clear steps that followed, made everyone present feel motivated to put her tactics into action."

    Robin Lippman, Head of Partnerships, Women @LinkedIn

  • "Amy delivered a powerful presentation at the UMD Women's Conference, captivating the audience with her unique blend of compassion, compelling data, and heartfelt storytelling."

    Ellie Geraghty, Senior Director of Alumni Engagement, University of Maryland

Amy Shoenthal Public Speaker

Re-Igniting Your Team’s Motivation

Your team is capable of more than they know. Sometimes, they just need the right spark to reveal their potential.

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    Amy frequently speaks at organizations to help foster leadership and career development, unexpected pivots, working motherhood, and more.

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    The Setback Cycle

    USA Today Bestseller, The Setback Cycle, offers guidance on how to take yourself through your toughest moments and forge a stronger path forward.

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  • Amy Shoenthal Tedx Speaker

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“Whether you’re stuck in a rut after a breakup or trying to navigate an unexpected professional transition, The Setback Cycle offers guidance on how to take yourself through your toughest moments.”

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