Tom G. Hobbs, The Man in the Hat
ContactsPhone:303-671-0469 E-mail: Tom Hobbs Web Sites Tom G. Hobbs, The Man in the Hat |
| BIO | Enthusiasm is contagious and Tom chooses to infect the world with it. As a Serial Entrepreneurial Nut he has built several businesses and understands “Niche Marketing”. His travels around the globe has infused him with experiences that you can grow from. Tom is a Master Speaker for the Entrepreneur. Understands the many joys and challenges of business and is eager to help others find their happy spot too. He is the living brand “The Man in the Hat”. |
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Penguin Crossing Guard Was this a good Career Choice? Learn 3 ways to let the Entrepreneur in you succeedHelping youth of all ages see the possibilities for them is exciting. His methods can help anyone be vibrant in their business & life. Invigorating your creativity is a common result when you share the room with “The Man in the Hat”. Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Would you like to be the Master of Ceremonies?OrThe Amateur of Activities?
The Man in the Hat has been involved with 100’s of events, organizing, working in the back, the front and being in the audience has taught him many techniques of the most successful of the “Master of Ceremonies” in the world. “The Man in the Hat” is sharing some of his insight with you. Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Other Speaking Activities Master of Ceremonies Trainings Youth Leadership & Speaking workshops Business Branding. Live It. Volunteer speaker for Junior Achievement and Red Cross Toastmasters Leadership Trainings around the Globe Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
| Availability Based in Denver and available world wideShort notices will always be considered as practical |
Gina Curley, DTM
ContactsPhone:303-578-1106 E-mail: Gina Curley e-mail |
| BIO | Gina Curley has been a member of Toastmasters since 2004 and has received her DTM (Distinguished Toastmaster) Award in 2009. She has given several talks to audiences about the American Red Cross as well as conducted seminars on providing the best customer service experience. Gina works at one of the largest computer hardware and software corporations as a dedicated support engineer for several of the company’s largest accounts. She has seen what works well and what does not. Through her genuine compassionate approach towards helping others, Gina can help you learn about the keys to building and maintaining strong business relationships. Additionally, Gina gives talks about building self-confidence and self-worth. Through her past life experiences, she knows that it is like to feel worthless and insecure. After years of counseling, support from friends and family and faith, she has learned to overcome many hurdles and is an advocate for helping others to love and accept themselves. |
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Operation Customer Centricity – Taking Customer Service to the Highest Level Customer service isn’t just about addressing the customer needs so that you can get rid of them. Nor is customer service about making that sale. Customer service IS about taking all aspects of the business into consideration–and most important of all, having a genuine concern for others. This seminar focuses on the key elements of improving teamwork as well as the customer service experience so that you will come up with a win-win situation in your business. You will enjoy running your day-to-day operations even more and your customers will experience the highest level of customer service, which means long-lasting business relationships. Speech time: 30 minutes to 1 hour |
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Confident Building 101 – Learning to Love and Accept Yourself Just as You Are: Wonderful and Unique Do you struggle with self-esteem and a lack of confidence? Are you the type of person who can accept criticism easier than you can accept compliments? Do you feel you are not worthy? This presentation will help put things into perspective so that you can realize how truly wonderful you are as a unique and precious individual. You will gain a better appreciation and respect of yourself through this gentle and uplifting talk on learning to love and accept yourself just as you are. |
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Emotional Strength Training – Surviving in an Egocentric Society In a struggling economy where the unemployment rate is high, people will do and say just about anything to build themselves up. Just as in a star-struck society where unrealistic physical expectations are set, those with the ‘perfect image’ will flaunt themselves while many strive for the same ‘success’. This talk will help you build resistance in spite of being trampled by those with big egos. You will learn understanding and gain strength in this enlightening presentation filled with humor and helpful advice on emotional strength training. Speech time: 30 minutes to 1 hour |
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Emcee Gina is an energetic and entertaining emcee who connects with the audience as well as the presenters. She has emceed several Toastmaster Speech Contests up the District Level and a fundraiser event. It is clear as you watch Gina host an event, she is genuine, caring, humorous and professional. Speech time: Between 1 and 3 hours |
| Availability Interested in speaking in the Longmont Area on evenings (except Tuesday nights) and weekends |
Charles Brown, CTM
ContactsPhone: 720-201-4527 E-mail: Charles Brown |
| BIO | “Chuck” has been in Toastmasters since 1998. A seasoned customer service professional, he has spent his career working in transactional, face to face interactions with customers. In an industry that is known for eliciting emotional reactions while demanding high dollar solutions, Chuck has cultivated a large book of repeat business and a steady stream of referrals. With a B.A. in Psychology from University of California Berkeley he has developed techniques to mediate, defuse and resolve customer concerns before they escalate. Chuck has performed voice PSA (Public Service Announcements) for radio as well as on air reading for the blind in Boulder. |
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Right or Wrong – The Customer is Still the Customer The customer is always right isn’t always true. This speech focuses on how to meet customer expectations without giving away the store. Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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High Performance Demons Chuck is also an automobile enthusiast. With 20 years in the automotive industry advising on the care and maintenance of high performance cars, he has become aware of their abilities and aberrations. With humor, knowledge, and spirited energy Chuck will speak to your group on current technology, innovation, and aesthetics of today’s luxury cars. Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Making a Marriage Last 50 Years or Longer (or How to Date Your Wife) An ordained Colorado marriage minister, Chuck also speaks on topics related to step parenting, relationship building, and long term marriage survival. Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
| Availability Based in Longmont, CO, and available for speaking within 50-mile radius. May be available for last minute engagements. |
Martin Cobb
ContactsPhone: 303-690-6401 E-mail: Martin Cobb Web Sites |
| BIO | Martin Cobb takes pride in entertaining and educating his audiences. He has two favorite and exciting speeches – “How to give a Powerful Speech” and “Great! You are Finally in Charge – Now What?” Blending humor, humility and hope, he keeps the audience engaged and laughing. Martin is an accomplished Toastmaster and is Director for the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Speakers Bureau. Martin is at ease with both large and small groups. A former Navy Commander, he is the Change Manager – Business Operations for the Bureau of Land Management and is pursuing a Masters in Organizational Performance and Change from CSU. Martin has achieved Advanced Communicator – Silver and Competent Leader designations in Toastmasters. He is a past president and former Area Governor in District 26 Toastmasters. He enjoys speaking. Give him a call or send him an e-mail – Martin would enjoy the chance to speak to your group! |
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How to Give a Powerful Speech Martin shares the secrets and thoughts of presidential speech writers, speaking coaches and Toastmasters International Speech Contest Champions to help speakers be memorable, have impact and enjoy success. Speech time: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) |
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Great! You are Finally in Charge. Now What? The first 90 days in any new leadership position are critical to long-term leadership success. Hear some thoughts about business culture, mentoring, expectations, learning and leading. Martin relates studies from the Harvard Business School and CEO testimonials in this fascinating and rewarding talk. Speech time: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) |
| 3 | Additional Presentation Types: - luncheon speaker - seminar leader - evening keynote speaker - Toastmasters clubs and events |
| Availability Based out of Denver, CO and available for speaking in 60-mile radius, or more if expenses are covered. Prefer 2 weeks advance booking but potentially available for last-minute engagements. Best availability in evenings. |
Angela Libby Janousky
ContactsPhone: 303-279-7647 E-mail: Angela Libby Janousky Web Sites Turning Point Presentations |
| BIO | Angela Libby Jankousky is an entrepreneur, engineer, author, public speaker and speaking coach. Her company is called Turning Point Presentations. She specializes in coaching presenters who need to deliver complex technical and business presentations. Her clients include engineers, entrepreneurs, and physicians. Angela Jankousky has been a Toastmaster since 1999. She has served as Area Governor, Club President and has held a number of other offices. She received her DTM (Distinguished Toastmaster) in 2007. She is the Area M-1 International Speech Contest Champion for 2005 and the Area M-4 Evaluation Contest Champion for 2006. |
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For Leadership, Give Me Shackleton Antarctic Explorer Ernest Shackleton has been called “the greatest leader who ever came on God’s earth – bar none.” In this talk, Angela tells the story of Shackleton’s 1914 – 1916 expedition. Shackleton’s stout ship the Endurance was frozen into the sea off the coast of Antarctica, and then crushed by ice. It sank leaving the crew stranded on the ice. Yet, Shackleton led every one of his 27 men to safety. Angela shows that Shackleton succeeded because he was equally dedicated to the people he led, the purpose they sought, and the plain truth. The talk tells the story of Shackleton with special emphasis on behaviors any leader can adopt: treating everyone with respect, encouraging camaraderie, admitting your mistakes, and being well-prepared and optimistic. Speech time: 45 minutes (can be lengthened) |
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Alzheimer’s Disease: Aging with Grace There is much new information about Alzheimer’s Disease. Among the most interesting was developed by Dr. David Snowdon’s study of a group of Catholic nuns. Aging with grace is a touching story that offers lessons on what we can — and can’t — do to protect our brains from Alzheimer’s Disease. Speech time: 30 minutes (can be lengthened) |
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Learned Optimism Psychologist Martin Seligman and coaches at UC Berkley have demonstrated that athletes who are optimistic overcome setbacks. Those who were pessimistic don’t perform well after and setback. This is just one of a number of studies conducted by Seligman that shows that optimists succeed where pessimists fail. Optimistic students do better in college than their SAT scores would predict. Optimistic salesmen sell more. And in every election since 1948, the more optimistic of the presidential candidates from the major parties has been elected. Why is that? What implications does it have for us … and can we learn to be more optimistic? Speech time: 20 minutes (can be lengthened) |
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Uncorking the Genius of Your Diverse Workforce We are all different … and sometimes we drive each other nuts! In this lively, interactive talk, Angela teaches techniques that can be used by any member of the team to improve the strength and cohesion of the team. Speech time: 45 minutes (can be lengthened |
| 5 | Additional Presentation Types: - Topical speeches related to my specific subjects - Keynote speaker - Open to other opportunities |
| Availability Based in Berthoud, CO, and available for speaking within 125-mile radius. May be available for last minute engagements. |
Susan Grattino, DTM
ContactsPhone: 303 377-5454 E-mail: Susan Grattino, Marketing |
| BIO | Karen is a new DTM. Been in Toastmasters since 1999. She has held offices both inside and outside of her club. |
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It’s Not Just a Brochure This talk addresses the research and ‘behind-the-scenes’ activities that must happen prior to sending out brochures to market a company. Speech time: 45 minutes (can be adjusted) |
| 2 | Additional Presentation Types: - topical speeches related to my specific subjects - serving as Master of Ceremonies at events - keynote speaker - other Toastmasters clubs and Toastmasters events - open to other opportunities |
| Availability Based out of Denver, CO and available for speaking in 60-mile radius. Prefer 2 to 3 weeks advance booking but potentially available for last-minute engagements. |
Karen Loucks Rinedollar
ContactsPhone: (303) 478-6652 E-mail: Karen Loucks Rinedollar Web Sites AdoresAmore |
| BIO | Karen Loucks Rinedollar is the Founder of Project Linus, a nonprofit charity that has provided over 3.8 million security blankets to seriously ill and traumatized children worldwide. She has recently authored Working for Peanuts: The Project Linus Story. In her spare time, she is a wedding officiant, on the Board of Directors for the Parker Chamber, is co owner of Roundhouse Spirits Distillery and newsletter editor for Rattlesnake Fire Department.. • Unsung Hero Award, Aurora Chamber of Commerce, 2010 |
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Speech Title- Working for Peanuts and loving it! Description required Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Brenda Smull, DTM
ContactsPhone (day): 303-301-4429 E-mail: Brenda Smull Web Sites |
| BIO | Brenda served as a Communication/Signal Officer in US Army during Operation Desert Storm and has 18 years experience in the IT industry. She is a certified Project Manager (PMP) and has also worked for Staffing and Recruiting firms. Brenda has a BS degree in Biochemistry from Rutgers University and enjoys health and fitness topics and discussions. Brenda is an avid cyclist and enjoys riding and climbing the mountains of Colorado. Brenda has been active in Toastmasters since 1994 and has been a member of clubs in five states (AR,CA,CO,NM,and TX) during her decade long trek across the country. Having served as a District officer (LGM), club mentor, club sponsor and the majority of club officer positions, Brenda enjoys the servant leadership aspect of Toastmasters. |
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PCS to Corporate America: Career Transitions out of the Military Transitioning out of the military to career in the corporate world can be challenging. Learn some of the top techniques and tips on marketing yourself to corporate recruiters and employers. Resume writing, interviewing skills and personal marketing statement overviews. Speech time: 20 minutes (can be adjusted) |
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eBay Success How to launch and maintain a successful and profitable eBay business from home. Tips from an eBay Powerseller. Speech time: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) |
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Success Among Men: Being a High Achieving Woman in Male-dominated fields How professional women excel in male dominated industries and professions. Tips and techniques on how to stand out (in a positive way) and get promotions. Speech time: 45 minutes (can be adjusted) |
| 4 | Additional Presentation Types: - Topical speeches related to my specific subjects - Serving as Master of Ceremonies at events - Keynote speaker - Other Toastmasters clubs and Toastmasters events - Open to other opportunities |
| Availability Based out of Littleton, CO and available for speaking in 100-mile radius. Prefer 1 week advance booking but potentially available for last-minute engagements. |
Niki Moore, DTM
ContactsPhone: 719-210-1553 E-mail: Niki Moore |
| BIO | Niki is a Colorado Springs native who’s love of Colorado is abundant! Her professional career has been in executive and management positions of non-profits. Niki notes that public speaking is second only to Colorado as one of her favorite past times, especially if it is training and marketing. Education and training have been a part of her career emphasis for 30. Niki is a talented, experienced and knowledgeable presenter who has mastered many styles and strategies for effective communication in any venue. |
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Dimensions in Dialogue Audience: Public Relations, Marketing, Sales, Communications, Leadership, John Maxwell states in his book “The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership” that relationships determine the morale of an organization; but, how do you determine the value of the relationship. Dialogue between two people takes on many different dimensions, how we interpret the meaning of each dimension in that dialogue can make, break, or solidify our relationships.Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Dancing with two Masters! Audience: Public Relations, Marketing, Sales, Communications, Leadership, Organizational Strategies, Effectiveness in ManagementDancing with two Masters is a presentation on how to master the art of leadership and how to master the empowerment of communication in the organizational change venue. Using the Communication and Leadership strategies in unison is critical for managing change in any organization. Understanding how each behavior and the effectiveness of each enriches the process of change is critical to success.Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Diligence in Diversity! Audience: Public Relations, Marketing, Sales, Communications, Leadership, Organizational Strategies, Nonprofit Management, Human Relations It goes without saying that diversity is one of the single most important issues in today’s business and professional environment. We are deluged daily with strategies and other methods on how to manage diversity more effectively. What is the answer? Diligence in Diversity is an opportunity to learn two simple strategies that answer the question.Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Reflections in a Mirror Audience: Public Relations, Marketing, Sales, Communications, Leadership, Organizational Strategies, Nonprofit Management, Human Relations and Resources, Independent Consultants, Business Owners, Community LeadersThis presentation discusses the hardest issues for many managers to overcome: changes in their own behaviors, styles, and characteristics. It is non-confrontational, fun, and a sharing of ideas; a chance for us all to look at our reflections in the mirror!Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
| Availability Based in Colorado Springs, CO, and available for speaking anywhere within Colorado.Overnights to accommodate late night or early morning presentations is not a barrier. |
David Lampe
ContactsPhone: 303-482-1703 E-mail: David Lampe Web Site Web Savvy Real Estate |
| BIO | David is a REALTOR with Your Castle Real Estate. He is constantly researching the Metro Denver real estate market to maintain in-depth market knowledge. He enjoys speaking on real estate-related topics. David has also owned a website development company for twelve years and is an expert in Internet marketing. David is a fitness enthusiast, an avid runner, and enjoys bicycling and strength training. David joined Toastmasters in 2008 and has served as Club President, Area Governor, Division Governor, and Club Mentor. He enjoys his involvement in Toastmasters leadership. |
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How to Network with Confidence and a Giving Attitude Would you like to be more successful and have more close friends? Do you feel awkward at networking events? David Lampe, a REALTOR and the president of a website development company, will fill you in on how to network the right way and generate business, get a better job, and make friends. David explains why old-fashioned face-to-face networking is the best way to network. Speech time: 20 to 30 minutes |
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Your Key To Retirement Security – 6 Reasons Now Is The Time To Buy Rental Property And How To Do It We all want to retire but many of us don’t know if we’ll ever be able to. This presentation will explain to participants a retirement strategy to buy and hold rental property in a self-directed IRA. It’s not a sales pitch; it’s an informative presentation. The vast majority of people that see this presentation have not heard about this strategy before. In fact, most were unaware that you could purchase property with an IRA. Speech time: 20 to 30 minutes |
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Metro Denver Real Estate Market Trends Participants will get an overview of what is currently happening in the Metro Denver real estate market. David presents an analytical overview of the major trends in the Metro Denver residential real estate market. Participants will leave this session with a solid understanding of the Metro Denver residential housing market and which areas have had the best and worst appreciation. Speech time: 20 to 30 minutes |
| 4 | Additional Presentation Types: - Topical speeches related to real estate - Serving as Master of Ceremonies at events - Other Toastmasters clubs and Toastmasters events - Open to other opportunities |
| Availability Based out of Westminster, CO and available for speaking in a 50-mile radius. Prefers one week advance booking but potentially available for last-minute engagements. |
Janet Boulter, ACS
ContactsPhone: 303-368-9954 E-mail: Janet Boulter Web Sites Center Consulting Group |
| BIO | Janet has been consulting with companies and organizations “to create and sustain long-term profitability” for more than 20 years. Her passion is transforming the typical peak-valley business cycle into the rolling hill model, where companies can strategically position and respond to current economic conditions in a proactive and profitable manner. Janet is a published author on business management issues and is the author of the upcoming book “Built to Prosper.” Janet holds a BS from the University of Wyoming. In addition to her consulting/speaking services, Janet is a board member of several organizations. Services for Center Consulting Group include: consulting, seminars, workshops, and keynote speeches. |
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10 Commitments to Profitability To successfully grow your company, business leaders and managers must commit their organizations to the mission and vision. The 10 Commitments are strategies, that when implemented, help organizations “create and sustain long-term profitability.” This is an extremely valuable program with solutions to implement in your organization immediately. Speech time: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) |
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Leadership: Commandment or Commitment Times are changing. What worked yesterday, won’t work tomorrow. The time is now for leaders and managers to re-prioritize and re-organize their leadership strategy in order to keep their company competitive and profitable in this new decade. You will learn valuable information on how you can motivate, inspire and guide your organization to success! Speech time: 30 minutes (can be adjusted) |
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Empowering your employees Your employees are one of your greatest assets, but also one of your company’s largest expenses. In order to generate and sustain profitability for your organization, you need to understand and implement an empowerment program for your employees. The business community is experiencing new paradigm shifts and it is imperative your company make the move. Learn how to implement these important strategies in your organization. Speech time: One hour, can be expanded |
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Additional Presentations Available: - Programs on business management and profitability - Guest speaker at other Toastmasters clubs and events |
| Availability Janet offices in Denver, CO and is available to speak to companies, groups and organizations throughout Colorado and Eastern Wyoming. Advanced notice regarding scheduling is preferred, but she can be available for last-minute fill in engagements. Please contact her to inquire. |
Darryle Brown, ACG, ALB
ContactsPhone (Day): 303-921-8850 E-mail: Darryle Brown |
| BIO | Darryle is a keynote speaker, business consultant, published writer and author. His background in the public sector includes 20 years of expertise in human resources, public relations, and law enforcement administration. He specializes in speaking on topics related to leadership, personal and professional development, crisis communications and mentoring. Darryle is the President and CEO of Walking Tall with Darryle Brown, Inc. Darryle loves to travel all over the world especially to exotic and tropical locations. Darryle Brown serves as Denver Division’s D6 Area Governor is a charter member of his home club Simply Speaking Toastmasters, where he has served as President from 2008 to 2009 and VP of Membership 2007 to 2008. He is also a charter member and former club mentor of Absolutely Articulate Toastmasters and a member of Buffalo Toastmasters. He has been a Toastmaster since 2004. He has achieved the levels of Advanced Communicator Gold and Advanced Leader Bronze, working toward his Distinguished Toastmaster achievement and has been recognized as the D6 Area’s Toastmaster of the Year in 2009. |
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The B-R-O-W-N Method of Speech Preparation Are there moments where you are totally stumped when it comes to preparing a speech? Do you feel petrified at the idea of getting called upon to give a speech with very little time of preparation or completely off the cuff? If so, this is the message for you. The B-R-O-W-N Method of Speech Preparation is designed to give you five easy tips in giving a speech with little preparation at any time, in any environment with maximum results. Speech time: 30 to 90 minutes |
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Maximized Mentoring: Developing a Top Notch Mentoring Program Description: Having an excellent mentoring program makes the difference between having casual, uncommitted members to having informed, faithful members with a defined purpose and understanding of what the Toastmasters experience is all about. This presentation enables clubs to successfully develop a six-week mentoring program which empowers new members with everything they need to be highly successful during the crucial beginning phase of membership. Speech time: 30 to 60 minutes |
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From Talk To ACTION!/em> Many people have excellent personal and professional goals they seek to achieve that can have a significant impact in their personal growth and in the lives of others. However, goals can go unfulfilled due to subconscious barriers, excuses, and/or negative influences, which deter many from achieving those goals. This presentation provides eight simple steps to finally bridge the gap from talking about desired goals to becoming highly motivated to take action toward a goal fulfilling lifestyle. Speech time: 30 to 60 minutes |
| 4 | Additional Presentation Types: - Topical speeches related to personal/professional development, mentoring, leadership and crisis communications - Serving as Master of Ceremonies at events - Other Toastmasters clubs and Toastmasters events - Open to other opportunities |
| Availability Based out of Aurora, CO and available for speaking in a 50-mile radius. Prefers one week advance booking but potentially available for last-minute engagements. |
















