Humor/Personal Development
Losing the Junk in your Trunk – The Art of Living!
We are each like a big slab of granite with a Michelangelo sculpture hidden underneath. The secret is to understand that we need not go out in search of more granite to find fulfillment. All we really need to do is simply chisel away at everything that is not part of the sculpture. Ancient eastern wisdom called this process "neti, neti" or "not this, not this." Who would you be if you stopped worrying about tomorrow and focused on today? Who would you be if you accepted yourself just as you are? You may just burst out laughing! In this very humorous talk, Michael will discuss the everyday, practical aspects of living simply and letting go what is not needed.
- Start enjoying every day no matter what – rain, bad hair, cranky customer – life is too short not to!
- Reduce your demands and expectations to live more harmoniously with the “reality” of each moment.
- Reconnect with the things that bring you joy and peace.
- Learn to not take yourself so seriously and laugh at the absurdity of life.
Leadershp
Bring Your Best Self Every Day!
In this engaging and humorous talk, Michael will discuss how we can each express our very best self in every situation. If we are going to maximize our effectiveness as leaders, it will require introspection, honesty, and a willingness to adopt new practices on a daily basis. Bottom-line: you will walk away from this talk with a clear understanding of what it will take to truly differentiate yourself in the marketplace for long-term success. To that end, each participant will be challenged to express themselves with clarity and candor.
If you are looking for a session that will captivate your audiences' attention and leave them informed, entertained and inspired, this is it!
- Lead by being candid, convincing and credible.
- Speak confidently in a variety of extemporaneous and difficult situations.
- Persuade using interesting examples and stories to drive your point home.
- Explain technical information in a simple and understandable way.
Motivation
Dare to Live - Live the Life You Were Meant to Live!
The philosophers remind us to, “Become a light unto ourselves.” We can stay huddling on the duck pond with the other ducks or, like an eaglet, listen to our intuition, step to the edge of all that is comfortable and familiar, spread our wings, and jump. Life will never forsake that kind of courage. NO ONE on this planet will ever be able to express your unique skills and talents better than YOU. The world is waiting for YOU. The time is now.
This path is not for the faint of heart, but has many rich rewards for those who are willing to forge ahead and confront their fears and overcome self-limiting beliefs. In this dynamic and inspiring talk, Michael will discuss how we can each move in the direction of our greatest desires and dreams.
- Listen to your intuition and pursue that which sparks your imagination.
- Take complete responsibility for your life today.
- Be willing to experiment and make mistakes.
- Free yourself from the shackles of seeking approval and live your life as you see fit.
- Tap into your passion, creativity, and unique talents.
- Serve with generosity and align yourself with a cause greater than yourself.
- Embrace all challenging situations, circumstances, and people as an ongoing growth process and practice.