The Engagement Effect - by Steve Spangler (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

In The Engagement Effect, Emmy Award-winning educator Steve Spangler shows how the right mix of curiosity, trust, and unforgettable experiences can spark a chain reaction of engagement that transforms how we lead, teach, and connect.

What if the secret to extraordinary leadership wasn't found in a strategy document--but in the spark of human connection?

In The Engagement Effect, best-selling author, Emmy Award-winning STEM educator, and nationally recognized television host Steve Spangler reveals the science and art behind creating unforgettable moments that drive engagement, ignite curiosity, and build trust. Drawing from decades of experience in classrooms, boardrooms, and on national television, Spangler shares a proven framework for designing experiences that transform the way people think, feel, and act.

Whether you're leading a team, a classroom, a conference, or a family, this book offers a practical roadmap to move beyond information delivery--and into transformational engagement.

Because real leadership isn't just about what you say--it's about what people remember, feel, and carry with them long after the moment has passed.

In this book, you'll learn how to:

• Create experiences that build trust and connection
• Inspire curiosity that fuels action
• Design moments that people remember--and want to repeat
• Move from compliance to genuine collaboration
• Engage hearts and minds in any setting--from the classroom to the boardroom

If you're ready to spark a chain reaction of lasting engagement, The Engagement Effect will show you how to lead with purpose, passion, and unforgettable impact.

About the Author

Steve Spangler has dedicated his career to proving that the best engagement is powered by experience. He's a best-selling author, two-time Emmy Award winner, and the host of the nationally syndicated television series DIY Sci. Spangler gained worldwide attention as the creator of YouTube's first viral science video, teaching millions how to launch a geyser by dropping Mentos into Diet Coke--a moment that helped shape the future of online science communication. Today, his science videos have amassed over 4.5 billion views and continue to inspire curiosity around the globe.

As the STEM Educator-in-Residence at High Point University and a member of the prestigious Speaker Hall of Fame, Spangler works with leaders, educators, and organizations to design transformational experiences that spark curiosity, build trust, and drive engagement that lasts. His approach moves beyond information delivery to create moments that resonate, inspire action, and foster lasting connection.

With more than 2,100 television appearances and a global reputation for making science accessible and unforgettable, Steve Spangler's work empowers leaders at every level to turn everyday interactions into extraordinary opportunities for engagement, innovation, and impact.