🤔 What does it take to go from Stanford professor to world-renowned transformational trainer? And how do ancient philosophy, emotional intelligence, and experiential training shape the way leaders break through their limitations?

In this episode of EQ U, hosts Robin Williams and Corrine Clement sit down with Keith Bentz—a master trainer, training designer, and trainer of trainers at ChoiceCenter Leadership University with over 40 years of experience in the field of experiential education. Keith has led transformational trainings for over 60,000 people worldwide 🌍, helping them elevate their leadership, mindset, and results in business, relationships, and life.

✨ Keith’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. He began his career teaching philosophy, literature, and languages 📚 at Stanford & Boston University before making a bold leap 🚀 into the world of personal development & transformational training.

🔹 Certified Lead Trainer for Discovery & Breakthrough

🔹 Creator of The Business Challenge & The Journey Within

🔹 One of the few trainers in the world certified to lead The Samurai Game® ⚔️ — a legendary leadership training experience.

Beyond his decades of training and coaching, Keith has also followed his lifelong dream of winemaking, owning a Napa Valley vineyard and co-creating AURELIA, a premium single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc.

In this episode, we explore:

✅ 📖 How Stanford & philosophy shaped Keith’s approach to leadership

✅ ⚡ The moment that changed everything & led him to transformational training

✅ 🧠 The power of experiential learning vs. traditional education

✅ ⚔️ Why The Samurai Game® is one of the most powerful leadership experiences in the world

✅ 🍷 How operating a vineyard taught him the ultimate lesson in resilience & surrender

✅ 🚀 Keith’s personal EQ challenge for listeners—a stretch that could change how you see life

🔥 If you’re ready to break through your own limitations, master emotional intelligence, and discover what’s truly possible, this episode is a must-listen!