James Clear, Author of Atomic Habits, to Speak at University of the Cumberlands Leadership Event

“If you can get 1 percent better each day for one year, you’ll end up thirty-seven times better by the time you’re done,” says James Clear in his #1 New York Times bestselling book Atomic Habits. “Conversely, if you get 1 percent worse each day for one year, you’ll decline nearly down to zero.” 

Consistent habits compound into remarkable results—that’s the core of Clear’s message, one that has resonated around the world. His book has sold more than 25 million copies globally. 

This spring, Clear will share those insights and more during the annual Excellence in Leadership event at University of the Cumberlands, sponsored by the Forcht Group of Kentucky. 

The event will be held on Tuesday, March 24th, at 7:00 p.m. in the O. Wayne Rollins Center at Cumberlands. All are welcome to attend. Tickets are free and offered on a first-come, first-served basis and may be requested at https://ucumberlands.edu/tickets beginning February 24 for faculty and staff and March 3 at 10 a.m. for the community. 

James Clear is a writer and keynote speaker known for simplifying complex ideas into practical actions. He speaks regularly at Fortune 500 companies, and his work has been featured in Time, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. His focus on habits, decision-making, and continuous improvement has helped millions build better lives and careers. 

“We’re honored to welcome James Clear to Cumberlands this spring,” said Dr. Quentin Young, president of University of the Cumberlands. “His work reflects the kind of intentional growth we encourage in our students, and I believe his message will resonate deeply with our campus and community.” 

The university’s annual leadership lecture series is made possible through an endowment from local business owners Dr. Terry and Dr. Marion Forcht. Past speakers have included Shaquille O’Neal, Drew Brees, Mel Robbins, Caitlin Clark, and others. 

Clear brings a wealth of leadership insight drawn from real-world experience. His speaking engagements include Amazon, Microsoft, Google, JP Morgan Chase, Pfizer, Adobe, and other global companies. 

Attendees at Clear’s presentations can expect to learn how to: 

• Build a system for getting 1% better every day. 
• Break bad habits and stick to good ones. 
• Avoid the common mistakes most people make when changing habits. 
• Overcome a lack of motivation and willpower. 
• Develop a stronger identity and believe in yourself. 
• Make time for new habits (even when life gets crazy). 
• Design an environment to make success easier. 
• Make tiny, easy changes that deliver big results. 
• Get back on track when you get off course. 
• Put these ideas into practice in real life 

Clear donates five percent of his income to the Against Malaria Foundation, helping distribute nets that protect children, pregnant mothers, and families from mosquito-borne illness. His philanthropic work aligns with his mission to help others live healthier, more purposeful lives. 

To learn more about James Clear and his work, visit jamesclear.com.