About Holly

Faith | Attitude | Determination | Confidence | Desire | Perseverance

Holly Hoffman is an author, motivational speaker, and television personality. She is best known for competing on the reality competition show Survivor Nicaragua, and for her books Write Yourself a Note and Your Winner Within.

Holly Hoffman

“Never let the odds keep you from doing something you want to do.”

Holly Hoffman was the last remaining member of the Espada Tribe and the last woman standing on Season 21 of Survivor Nicaragua on CBS. Through that experience, and others throughout her life, Holly was inspired to share her message of positivity, determination and confidence.

A professional speaker and the author of Three Step Stride, Your Winner Within and Write Yourself a Note, Holly acknowledges that life is made up of challenges, and we are often faced with situations that seem insurmountable. She inspires her audience to focus their thoughts, emotions, and energy towards success and shares the knowledge, tools, and discipline to achieve it.

A lifelong resident of America’s heartland, Holly graduated from her hometown high school in Eureka, South Dakota, and then attended Northern State University. Holly is the proud mother of three wonderful children and six grandchildren.

In 2019, Holly earned the CSP® (Certified Speaking Professional™) designation from the National Speakers Association. She travels across the country speaking to a wide variety of corporations, associations, universities, schools and women’s organizations.

Holly’s message not only offers encouragement and optimism but a roadmap for self-discovery and spiritual enlightenment. Her methods are intuitive, honest, and adaptable to nearly any situation. Her audience is guaranteed to walk away inspired and motivated to succeed.

Latest from Holly's Blog

April Showers

April Showers

“April showers bring May flowers” is a metaphor that reminds us that even after periods of adversity, good times will follow. During challenges in our lives, we learn more about ourselves – how strong we really are or what we are truly made of.

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Spring Is Here!

Spring is Here!

As spring has arrived, I think of new beginnings. Spring, with its blooming flowers, warmer weather, and longer days, is often associated with new beginnings

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Welcome to February

Welcome to February!

I had the opportunity to share my program with a college women’s basketball team this month. I learned so much from being in their presence, and the number one thing I learned is how important it is to be resilient. This college team has been struggling all year long with challenges and personnel issues.

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