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Joshua Routh, CSP, is a keynote speaker and author of The S Word. He empowers organizations to save money and drive engagement by creating workplaces people love, cultures people trust, and experiences people remember.

Blending entertainment with transformational insight, Joshua delivers high-energy keynotes that shift mindsets and spark lasting change. Drawing from his background as a professional entertainer and culture expert, he combines powerful storytelling, audience interaction, and practical tools leaders can immediately apply.

Through his programs, Joshua reveals the hidden cost of toxic complaining, shows leaders and teams how to wield sincerity as their engagement superpower, and teaches organizations how to build cultures where people genuinely want to contribute and belong.

Joshua’s message is simple: culture improves when people show up with sincerity.
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An accomplished author, Joshua's books share secrets that change organizations and people's lives for the better.
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Joshua is a true entertainer who has performed globally.  He is one of less than 100 sword swallowers in the world. 
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Joshua doesn't just speak on leadership, he owns a circus and leads a team of 50 performers.
Corporate Speaker Joshua Routh testimonial

"My boss is still talking about you! You were such a hit at the Team Event! Are you available to present at our Board Event?"

EMILY AMOS
Meeting Planner, Jenner Ag
Keynote Speaker Joshua Routh testimonial

"He was hilarious, human, and deeply practical—our attendees left with language and tools they could use immediately."

Barry Draper
GBTA Leadership Conference
Corporate Meeting Speaker Joshua Routh testimonial

"Joshua captivated my team with his wit! He is a great resource to make your team feel connected!"

DAVID BLACKBURN
CEO, Southern Rock Restaurants
Educator Conference Speaker Joshua Routh testimonial

"We have booked Joshua for many years and his sessions are consistently standing room only!"

LARA CORVERA
Speech and Theater Association of MO
University Speaker Joshua Routh testimonial

 "Joshua gave an amazing and hilarious presentation. He is a true professional."

HEATHER ROBINSON
Lincoln University
College Speaker Joshua Routh testimonial

"Joshua was fabulous with our diverse group from all over the country. He taught us skills for our work and also for our lives."

SHEILA KATZ
Hillel - Ask Big Questions Conference
Team meeting Speaker Joshua Routh testimonial

"His keynote elevated the entire event and played a big role in making the conference a huge success."

Tye Kuyper
 South Dakota State SHRM Conference
Association Speaker Joshua Routh testimonial

 "Joshua's Complaint Free World presentation was a fantastic way to leave our conference on a high note!"

KOURTNEY SHAW
St. Louis MPI

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THE S WORD

Wielding Sincerity in a World of Performance

I swallow swords for a living. Real swords—I'm one of about 100 people in the world who do this. It requires complete honesty with yourself, because steel doesn't care about your ego.

That same honesty is what's missing in most workplaces. We've gotten so good at performing authenticity that we've forgotten how to actually be authentic.

The 'S' Word is a practical guide to sincerity—not as a soft skill, but as a competitive advantage. Through the SWORD Framework™ (Self-Awareness, Witness, Openness, Repair, Debrief), you'll learn how to build the kind of trust that turns teams into communities and customers into advocates.

Part personal stories from over 25 years in entertainment and leadership, part hands-on toolkit you can use Monday morning.
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Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) 

Joshua is one of just 4% of professional speakers from around the world who have earned their Certified Speaking Professional designation. The designation is the highest earned honor in the speaking industry and limits risk for event professionals and event organizers looking to work with a professional speaker. The National Speakers Association created the designation, and the rigorous standards needed to earn it, to limit risk for organizations who want to hire speakers for their professional development events.
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YES, JOSHUA SWALLOWS SWORDS...

He is an expert in cultural transformation and one of the few people alive to master a skill most believe impossible. Joshua's talks are as unforgettable as they are impactful. 
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Top 4 Reasons To Book Joshua

Here are the simplest and best reasons to hire Joshua Routh for your next event.

Certified Speaking Professional

Vetted and Certified

The designation of Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) is the highest earned honor in the speaking industry and limits risk for Event Professionals and Event Organizers looking to work with a Professional Speaker. 

Audiences Love Him

Entertaining

Joshua has not only been professionally speaking for over a decade, he has graced the stage and screen for over 30 years as a professional entertainer. 

He brings joy everywhere he goes. 

Awesome Add Ons

Additional Offerings With Real Impact

Every presentation Joshua gives includes a free comprehensive summary that is unique to your event, not a standard pdf. Plus Joshua has other add ons that elevate and enhance!

Easy To Work With

He Makes His Clients Look Good

He is so easy to work with. From beginning to end you will recieve custom white glove service that will make you look good to your team, staff, leadership and attendees. 

RECENT REVIEWS

Below are the audience reviews from the South Dakota Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM) State Conference. 
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JOSHUA OWNS A CIRCUS

As a business owner managing a team of 50 performers that produces over 950 events a year, Joshua has learned a lot about taking risks. He built his career taking the actions others were too afraid or complacent to take.

In his Keynote talks he shares the tools have helped people and organizations around the world feel more connected and ready to connect with others. 

The anecdotes he shares with his audiences are all from his own experiences training with Chinese acrobats, his time as a forest fire fighter, and lessons learned through the challenges of owning one of the largest variety artist agencies in the United States.

He also shares the latest data from reputable sources such as Gallup, Forbes and the work of today's top human resources researchers. 

When Joshua is standing before your group, the audience always leans forward. 
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About Joshua Routh

Joshua Routh is an internationally known speaker, performer, author, corporate trainer, and owner of one of the largest variety talent agencies in America, Circus Kaput.

He is an experienced speaker and facilitator who focuses on the topics of ‘Sincerity’ and ‘Creating A Complaint Free World'.  He has conducted workshops for corporations such as Edward Jones, Wells Fargo, and Google.

As an entertainer, he has worked in a wide array of venues; TV commercials, comedy clubs, circus, theater, the Smithsonian and for Ripley's Believe It Or Not!

He is also one of only one-hundred sword swallowers in the world.

Most recently, he was seen onstage at TEDx St. Louis, shared the stage with comedian and actor TJ Miller, and authored a book titled “Mind Blowing Presentations”.

Currently he is shining the spotlight on Sincerity with his upcoming book, “The S Word”.

In his free time, Joshua enjoys writing, cuddling with his rescue dogs and shopping for flamboyantly designed dress shirts and sport coats.

If you're seeking a speaker who truly understands the power of connection, Joshua Routh should be your first choice.
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