DAVID NURSE IS WIDELY RENOWNED AS ONE OF THE TOP THOUGHT LEADERS IN THE WORLD AND SPECIALIZES IN HELPING CEO’S, HIGH PERFORMERS, AND TEAMS 'GET IN THE ZONE'
Hey, I’m David Nurse—and for the past 15 years, I’ve been blessed to help the world’s top performers unlock the zone and actually stay there. Whether it’s Fortune 500 CEOs, NBA All-Stars, elite military units, or Hollywood A-listers, I specialize in helping high achievers get into the zone and turn pressure into precision.
People often call the zone “elusive.” I call it trainable. After years of living it, studying it, and helping others tap into it, I’ve developed a way to get IN THE ZONE—on call. A system to help you get into that space where time slows, clarity sharpens, and everything just clicks.
Before all this, I was chasing my own dream as a professional basketball player. That journey led me to two Guinness World Records and a stint with the Brooklyn Nets in 2016, where I helped take their 3-point shooting from 28th in the league to 2nd. Since then, I’ve worked with over 150 NBA players, whose combined contracts total more than $3.2 billion. (Not saying I’m responsible for all that—but hey, the math adds up.)
These days, I work with companies and teams around the world to install mindset systems that scale—from the locker room to the boardroom. My books—Pivot & Go, Breakthrough, and Do It—have helped thousands around the globe take action and live with alignment. Real Leaders even named me one of the Top 50 Keynote Speakers in the World, which is humbling... and also kind of awesome.
I’m from the great state of Iowa but currently reside in California with my amazing wife, actress Taylor Kalupa, and our way-too-spoiled, fluffy little puppy. When I’m not speaking or training, I’m usually running on the beach, writing something wild in my journal, or proving that I can still handle California winters… even when it drops below 65°.
One NBA Champion recently said, “David is the guy everyone needs to hire.”
And a Fortune 500 CEO called me, “The most impactful speaker I’ve ever seen.”
I’m here to help you and your team get in the zone—and stay in the zone when it matters most. Let’s make it happen.
TODAY CEO’S AND PROFESSIONAL ATHLETES
CEO's and Companies Hire David for His Ability to Help Top Performers and Teams Get IN THE ZONE
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I have been planning the MVP Conference for over a decade and you are ‘Officially’ ‘The Best Speaker’ I have ever worked with, PERIOD!! On top of that you are an incredible person, and I can see you truly have a heart for helping people!
- Mike Gunnells, Sr. Manager, Business Solutions -PPG
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You have truly differentiated yourself from everyone in the speaking industry with your offer. No one has ever done this. I was impressed by the number of our breakout session speakers that referenced parts of your keynote during their sessions. One speaker began by asking everyone to give each other high fives. You had a huge impact on our Members and Sponsors.
- Brian Suerth, President. Technology Assurance Group
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The talk was great and have never heard of those tips and tools before. Thank you This was a really great talk - David has good energy and plenty of examples Love his enthusiasm David Nurse is amazing!"
- SalesForce Execs
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You don't know it, but you probably changed multiple peoples paths today including some of our leaders. I greatly respect you and appreciate you being part of our Dell Team. Thanks again for another great session. Life changing info."
- Ron Shaw, Dell Tech Regional Manager
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David Nurse has an explosive enthusiasm for charting success and fulfillment. David Nurse shows us that every high performance leader, athlete and entrepreneur can achieve the highest levels of success and accomplishment without compromising their humanity. "
- Jennifer Scully-Lerner, Goldman Sachs VP
DAVID IS A TOP 50 WORLDWIDE KEYNOTE SPEAKER
“You have truly differentiated yourself from everyone in the speaking industry with your offer. No one has ever done this.You had a huge impact on our Members and Sponsors.”
Brian Suerth, President - Technology Assurance Group
I grew up in the cornfields of small-town Iowa—just a kid obsessed with figuring out how to get in the zone. That feeling where time slows down, the noise fades, and you’re just locked in. Fast forward, and I’ve had the chance to coach over 150 NBA players, work with Fortune 500 CEOs, and even set two Guinness World Records.
I have developed a step by step formula for how to get into the zone, how to get back into the zone when you fall out, and how teams can develop deeper connections for a stronger culture and get in the zone together as one!
I’m biased of course, but the talks themselves, super fun! It’s my favorite thing to do - work with a company/team and help everyone in the room learn how to get into the zone. Because trust me, once you know the secrets for how to do it, it’s a game changer!
BEST-SELLING AUTHOR
Wall St Journal Best Seller: “Do It” #1 Amazon, Best Seller “Breakthrough,” & “Pivot & Go” – have helped hundreds of thousands throughout the world unlock their full potential and take action in their life. Discover David’s must-read books for yourself and join the movement.
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