Presentations & Workshops

Rijn Vogelaar is a psychologist, bestselling author, and international keynote speaker. He is widely regarded as an authority on enthusiasm—an often underestimated emotion that plays a crucial role in vitality, change, and purposeful action. In 2026, he will complete his PhD on this subject at Leiden University.

Alongside his academic work, Rijn supports organizations around the world in strengthening enthusiasm among customers and employees. He is an energetic speaker who connects science and practice in an accessible and engaging way. His stories resonate, his insights invite reflection and action, and participants leave the room with practical tools they can immediately apply in their day-to-day work.

Presentation highlight video

“Presentation at Social Media Week, Rotterdam”

Themes

The presentations combine new scientific insights with real-world examples and practical takeaways—and, upon request, even live music.

  • The dynamics of enthusiasm (science and practice).

  • Enthusiasm and leadership.

  • Enthusiasm in education.

  • Enthusiasm, superpromoters, and customer experience (CX).

  • Organizations in flow: enthusiasm and employee motivation.

  • Dealing with negativity and finding balance.
  • Digital well-being within organizations.

What others say

Presentation:
The Dynamics of Enthusiasm

“This afternoon I attended a theatre lecture by Rijn Vogelaar. Ninety minutes later, I walked out highly motivated and buzzing with enthusiasm.”

Ellen Broekhuizen

Complaints management Alliander

Presentation:
The Dynamics of Enthusiasm

“Rijn’s performance leaves a very positive impression. He strikes an excellent balance between meaningful content and lightness—through humor and music—enabling him to stay connected with audiences at every level.”

Anne-Pieter van Riet

Owner Edin Dental Academy

Presentation:
Digital well-being

“Through humor and sharp analysis, he holds up a mirror and points the way to a healthy and productive digital life. Anyone who works with digital devices should be required to spend an hour listening to him.”

Martijn Aslander

Technology philosopher