Keynote speaker · Workshop facilitator · Author
Former philosophy professor Emily Crookston helps leaders break the overthinking cycle with interactive talks that pair philosophical depth with tools your group can use the same day.
30+
books written and edited with thought leaders
Speaker reel
Not thinking more. Thinking differently.
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Talks & workshops
Built for groups of 15 to 50 who want real conversation, reflection, and something they can act on Monday morning.
Why capable people stop short, and how to cross the line.
Most people want to write the book, start the business, or make the big change. Far fewer finish. This session looks at what gets people stuck and what it takes to see a big project through.
For: associations, women's organizations, and leaders
Use it, instead of fearing it.
AI can help with writing and with the work in front of you. This session looks at using it well, and at reinventing yourself with it instead of worrying that it will replace you.
For: associations, women's organizations, and leaders
Also available
How to Write, Market & Make Money with Your Business Book
The Curious Self: Finding Freedom in a World of Overthinking
Working titles and descriptions are drafts from the discovery call. Emily to confirm.
"My biggest takeaway today was the phrase 'not thinking more, but thinking differently.'"
Where Emily fits
Conference breakouts and member events that leave attendees with a plan, not just notes.
Candid sessions on perfectionism, ambition, and getting your big idea out of your head.
Peer advisory boards and executive teams, like the Vistage groups Emily already works with.
Meet Emily
Emily Crookston is an award-winning author, business book ghostwriter, and developmental editor. After writing and editing 30+ books with founders, executives, and entrepreneurs, she has seen the same thing again and again: the answer is rarely more thinking. It's different thinking.
Her book, Unwritten: The Thought Leader's Guide to Not Overthinking Your Business Book, brings that lesson to the page. On stage, she brings it to the room.
When she's not writing intensely, she's probably practicing yoga intensely.
"We're delighted with the way she's helped our members use tools and exercises to unlock their thinking and to really, really reflect more on decision making."
"I'm able to understand that overthinking cycle better, and I'm equipped now to deal with it."
For meeting planners
Short notes on overthinking, curiosity, and getting big ideas into the world. Plus first word on workshops.