Networking Magic – Everyone has a different definition of success. No matter what yours is, your success depends on your words.
The Networking Genius Game Show – This topic is just right when you need to liven up your meetings, engage your participants, and teach them some new and important skills at the same time.

Secrets of Sales Superstars – Quota busters know the sales secrets and use them to beat the competition time-after-time.

For more than thirty years, Jim Penny has been helping people achieve success. Since he first wrote the Standards of Knowledge (9 books) about the management functions and skills in the 1970s, Jim has been putting his words into action. He has taught thousands of people how to change their organizations by managing better and selling more. His e-learning programs have been distributed to six continents.
Jim brings his unique skill sets as an educator, motivator, communicator, and technologist to his newest book, Networking Genius. The bookâ„¢s guidelines work for anyone whose success is dependent on how well they work with other people.

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Call Jim 214-394-8805

More Details about Jim’s Topics:

Networking Magic – Everyone has a different definition of success. No matter what yours is, your success depends on your words¾what words you choose to use, when and how you use them. In this thirty minute presentation, Jim will take you from your words through your networking messages and provide you with a roadmap that you can use to measure your success. Weâ„¢ll be defining your multiple networking messages, reviewing the reasons people network, looking into the steps of selling, disclosing some magic words that lead to riches, examining your personal network, and showing you how to load your network for success.
The Networking Genius Game Show – Now you can bring the Networking Genius Game Show© to your next association, sales, corporate, kick-off, rally, or networking group event. Youâ„¢ll be providing your attendees with an experience theyâ„¢ll never forget! It’s “Edu-tainment!”
This topic is just right when you need to liven up your meetings, engage your participants, and teach them some new and important skills at the same time. Itâ„¢s so much fun that theyâ„¢ll hardly even notice that learning is occurring.
More than just “networking,” the Game Show engages your audience with important principles of goal setting, sales, attitude, marketing, success, communication, customer service, team building, leadership, change, and, of course, motivation!
Secrets of Sales Superstars – Quota busters know the sales secrets and use them to beat the competition time-after-time. Now an international sales superstar, shares with audiences how itâ„¢s done at each step in the sales cycle¾all the way from prospecting through the close. Donâ„¢t miss this opportunity to elevate your own performance or to create a quota busting culture in your own organization. Attendees will leave informed, energized, and eager to put these sales secrets to immediate use.

The Nonprofit Secret: Six Principles of Successful Board/CEO Partnerships – Nonprofit boards are often riddled with political and functional challenges that creep into the running of the organization, conflicting with operations and inhibiting effectiveness, despite everyone’s devotion to the same set of goals. In this dynamic presentation, Jonathan Schick shares the Six Principles that can unlock an organization’s potential and lead to successful board/CEO partnerships.
Ethical Leadership in Today’s Challenging Climate – an inspirational and dramatic look at the crucial role and responsibility that executives and board members possess as leaders of their community. A number of film clips and vignettes are used that present a fresh look at the calling of leadership, along with practical tips on how to stay focused on mission, and ways to avoid common blind spots.
Keeping the Passion, Focusing on Mission – an invigorating journey that revisits the reasons people are drawn to the world of nonprofits: Passion and Mission. Yet, these two motivations often become obscured by daily minutiae, and can even create competing priorities. Here too, select film clips and stories are employed that present a refreshing look at our calling, along with simple, relevant tools on goal setting and staying focused.
Nonprofit Secrets for Corporations – This cutting edge seminar is specially designed for corporations to educate their employees about the latest trends in board service and nonprofit leadership. This program differs from traditional programs in that it discusses the real underlying issues- secrets, in fact -that you must know before entering the boardroom of a nonprofit. 

In his book The Nonprofit Secret: Six Principles of Successful Board/CEO Partnerships, Jonathan Schick shares the Six Principles that can unlock an organizationâ„¢s potential and lead to successful board/CEO partnerships. His track record of successfully guiding organizational growth and change is built on his experience as the founder of two nonprofits and a consultant for hundreds more.
As president of GOAL Consulting, Jonathanâ„¢s clients include the American Red Cross, Gildaâ„¢s Club Worldwide, National Association of Regional Councils, Reading is Fundamental, Girls Incorporated, World Affairs Council, Alamo Area Council of Governments, and the Concilio of Hispanic Service Organizations.
Jonathan is a dynamic speaker who is frequently in demand as a featured presenter at major conferences throughout the U.S. and Canada. Most recently, he has spoken at The Nonprofit Congress in Washington, DC; National Association of Independent Schools in Boston; California Association of Nonprofits in Los Angeles; and the Governor’s Nonprofit Leadership Conference in Houston.
Jonathan holds a Bachelorâ„¢s degree in Human Resources Management and a Masterâ„¢s degree in Educational Administration from Boston College. In addition, he is an adjunct professor at the University of North Texas. Jonathan resides in Dallas with his wife and five children.

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Call Jonathan 214-587-3960

• Generation Y Not?: Bridging the gap between Baby Boomers and Gen Y
• The Basics of SEO: Search Engine Optimization, what, why and how.
• Twitterpated: How to use Twitter to further your business
• The Internet is a Series of Tubes: Understanding social media (blogging, linked-in, twitter, facebook overview)

Kat has worked in internet marketing for the past 6 years. She has owner her own business since 18 and has been fascinated ever since with how people use the internet socially. She currently owns Veribatim, in business since 2007, and specializes in social media. Kat also works closely with charities across the country to help them with their online presence. She has even started developing her own social media site for nonprofits called GiveCheerfully.

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Call Kat 214-599-6295

• Auctoritas, Dignitas and Virtus: The Leadership Principles of Julius Caesar – Julius Caesar was one of the great geniuses of Western civilization. His leadership and motivational skills were legendary in the ancient Mediterranean world. His creativity, ingenuity and problem solving skills are timeless. Caesar and the Romans have much to teach us about leadership and business strategies in these troubling times. Time spent with Caesar is well spent.
• The 10 Most Common Problems in Financial Planning for Middle and Upper Class Families – Explores the most common financial problems of American families from the point of view of economics. This speech is designed to educational and practical. The audience is encouraged to take notes and should leave at least 5 practical ideas they can implement now.

Lloyd graduated from North Texas State University with a degree in Jazz Performance. That being a terrible way to make a living, he entered financial services in 1990. He joined the Financial Process Group in 2000. He has an ongoing passion for Roman history and Roman Culture.

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Call Lloyd 214-346-0985

Life Insurance Industry:

From Tragedy to Triumph with the Help of Life Insurance - Mark’s personal story! Inspirational and motivational! Guaranteed to infuse agents with certainty about the purpose of their work!

Death Benefit Delivery: What Do I Do Now? – Details simple, effective steps for competent, compassionate deliver of death benefits.

If You Could Read My Mind - Explores the needs of beneficiaries from their perspective.

Communicating Effectively with Beneficiaries - Outlines nine essential steps to win-win communication with beneficiaries.

The Cost of Loss in the Marketplace - Examines the effects of private, personal losses on the public performance of business and outlines strategies for addressing those challenges.

Funeral and Grief Support Industry:

Believe in the Journey - Mark shares his powerful personal story while at the same time, tailoring the applications to the needs of your organization! A truly unforgettable experience!

Learning to Live in the Meantimes - This presentation reveals nine guidelines essential for living successfully in the aftermath of life changes.

General Businesses and Corporations

The Cost of Loss in the Marketplace - Examines the effects of private, personal losses on the public performance of business and outlines strategies for addressing those challenges.

 

Educators

• Cultivating a Healthy School/Classroom - Explores strategies that can be implemented by school administrators and/or classroom teachers to create a healthy working and learning environment so that personal excellence blooms!
  

Statistics indicate that between 70 and 80% of people fear speaking in public; however, the most shocking statistic is that a large majority of people surveyed fear speaking in public more than they fear death! Mark Hundley has challenged both of those fears in his own life and audiences are the beneficiaries of his courage. Mark has been speaking in public for over 38 years – nineteen of which dedicated to communicating with people about death, dying and grief! Mark’s warm, sensitive communication style has made him a favorite with audiences of all ages throughout the nation. As a result of his presentations, thousands of people have found the courage to explore their own unique experiences with death and grief in dynamic, personally intimate ways. One man said, Hearing Mark Hundley speak is like sitting at the kitchen table sharing a cup of coffee with your best friend. Mark has worked with children, youth and families since 1971 – devoting 13 years to youth and family ministry; another 10 years to service in public education as a teacher and high school counselor; and the remaining time as a therapist, consultant and writer.

He earned his B.A. in Sociology from Hardin-Simmons University; his Master’s in Counseling from the University of North Texas; and has pursued doctoral studies in Educational Administration.
Mark’s interest in and understanding of grief springs from his experience of the death of his first wife, Christy in 1989 – an event that left him the single father of a seven year-old daughter. His walk through that process with his daughter provided opportunities to explore and develop his expertise in the field of grief reconciliation.

He is the author of Awaken to Good Mourning – a personal guide through the journey of grief in both print and audio versions. He is also a co-founder of the Journey of Hope Grief Support Center in Plano, TX, a non-profit agency that provides free group grief support to children, adolescents and their parents or adult caregivers as they learn to mourn the death or impending death of a loved one.

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor and conducts a private counseling practice in McKinney, TX, where he lives with his wife Vanessa. They have three grown children together and enjoy the company of three grandsons.

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469-288-2694

What Mom and Dad forgot to tell you about owning and running a business - this humorous and challenging talk provides a brief overview of some of the most important things people need to think about and focus on when considering owning their own business.
The 4 Keys to Resolving the People Issues in your Business – this talk focuses on the four key things that can eliminate 95% of all people issues in organizations.
Finding the Hidden Referral sources in your business - this talk focuses on identifying the places where referrals hide in your organization. We will uncover those places and expose ways to grow your number of referrals and potential customers.
15 Magic Minutes a Day to Double Your Productivity – Learn a 15 minute process to manage and allocate your time in ways that will lead to greater productivity and improved performance.
Playing BusinessBall - Learn how to make your business fun and exciting and something that you enjoy playing every day.
The Total Practice Makeover – How do you turn your low producing healthcare practice into a vibrant, well run money-making machine.
 

Mike Mirau is recognized nationally as one of the top business coaches in the US. He works with business leaders all over the world to help them improve their results, gain clarity of purpose and create accountability structures that help leaders achieve their objectives.
Mike has an extensive background as a senior executive in organizations such as E-Systems, J.C. Penney, Interstate Batteries and eFANshop.com. For the last 8 years, Mike has provided consulting and coaching services to business leaders worldwide. He has worked in over 60 different industries and specializes in helping health care organizations transform their culture and processes to improve performance. He also works with franchise organizations (Zors and Zees) to improve their performance, customer services and relationships inside and outside their organizations.
Some of Mike’s clients include Microsoft, The Dallas Morning News, NewsCorp, Frito Lay, EDS, Baylor Health Systems, Presbyterian Health Systems, Fresh Coat, Interstate Batteries, Creative Tutors, and many local organizations.
Mike also serves as the chairman of Amor Ministries. Amor is a non-profit organization based in San Diego, California, that takes 25,000 young people annually into Mexico and South Africa to build houses for people who donâ„¢t have one.

Email Mike972-437-0977

• More Than A Diploma – Education, to produce a transformation, must be coupled with motivation.
• Not In Our School – Every day, 2,500 teenagers use a prescription drug to get high for the first time. The good news – there is something you can do.
• P.O.W.E.R. to Choose – This motivational, entertaining and high-energy message is ideal for any audience; it is sure to Entertain, Excite and Engage your audience!
• Unleash the Winner Within You – Regardless of your current level of success there is another level, and YOU can get there. This high energy presentation takes you from where you are to where you could be.
• Reducing the Financial Stress of Paying for College – Choosing the right college can be a frightening and stressful process – without adding the additional worry of trying to figure out how to pay for it!
• F.L.I.I.P. the Switch – A perfect presentation for workforce orientations, kick-off meetings, career days, rallies, or other meetings where Simple Strategies for Achieving eXtreme Results are desired.
• You’re Better Than That – You’re better than all the things that others said you would be. You’re better than your circumstances and all the obstacles that surround you.
• Paid on Purpose – If you do what you enjoy doing, you’ll never work a day in your life. Discover how to get paid to do what you do best and enjoy doing most.
• How to Avoid The Five Biggest Retirement Mistakes Usually Made After Being Laid-off – When a lay-off occurs, there is a tendency to panic. The best course of action is to not make drastic moves. Being jobless can be a temporary situation.

Patrick E. Alcorn is Americaâ„¢s eXtreme Motivator and founder of TTG Transformations. He is a successful entrepreneur who builds courage, faith, and hope through interactive and entertaining presentations. From inner-city youths to corporate peak performers, Patrick knows how to get you from where you are to where you want to be. He is a member of the elite group of motivators who enable the world to live more amply, with greater vision, and with a finer spirit of hope and achievement. Patrick works with you in a way that works for you to provide individual and organizational improvement.Patrick is available as a keynote speaker for conventions, corporate training, and youth enrichment. For more information on booking Americaâ„¢s eXtreme Motivator for your next event or to order your copies of Stepping Stones to Success visit www.extrememotivationmakeover.com.Call Patrick 877-297-8273Email Patrick

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High School and College Students (Parents and Educators)

More Than A Diploma – America’s eXtreme Motivator understands that education, to produce a transformation, must be coupled with motivation. This dynamic motivational presentation focuses on the crucial elements for giving and getting the most from the educational opportunity. This presentation provides easy to remember insights for maximizing every moment both inside and outside the classroom. By harnessing the power of personal motivation, your audience will discover the secrets to:
¢ Maximize Every Moment
¢ Overcome Every Obstacle
¢ Respect Every Relationship
¢ Exceed Every Expectation Not In Our School – Every day, 2,500 teenagers use a prescription drug to get high for the first time. They’re accessing these drugs in the comfort of home; it can be as easy as opening a cupboard, drawer, or medicine cabinet. The good news – there is something you can do. Whether you want to better understand your children, connect with them, protect them or know what to do if you find out theyâ„¢re using, you know, it really all comes down to love. We know you love your children. Youâ„¢re here because you want to protect their health and help them realize their future potential. This informative motivational presentation goes direct to the heart of the problem to give students and parents the tools to:
¢ Monitor prescription drugs
¢ Secure prescription drugs
¢ Dispose of prescription drugs

P.O.W.E.R. to Choose – P.O.W.E.R. to Choose is more than just a dynamic presentation. Whether youâ„¢re making a small choice or a major decision,understanding your purpose, recognizing the opportunities, committing to work, engaging your enthusiasm, and accepting responsibility are the keys to making effective choices. This motivational, entertaining and high-energy message is ideal for any audience; it is sure to Entertain, Excite and Engage your audience! Unleash the Winner Within You – Regardless of your current level of success there is another level, and YOU can get there. This high energy presentation takes you from where you are to where you could be. The journey begins in your mind. The key concepts of this presentation are designed to get you up, get you started, and get you moving. Through intentionally extreme audience interaction, participants will:
¢ Visualize a future of greatness
¢ Decide how to get there
¢ Take immediate first steps

Reducing the Financial Stress of Paying for College – Choosing the right college can be a frightening and stressful process – without adding the additional worry of trying to figure out how to pay for it! It may be simple to figure out what you’re looking for in a college, but when you start crunching numbers and looking at a jumble of financial aid forms, your head starts swirling in confusion and panic. But don’t panic! In this workshop you’ll learn:

• Why your child may end up saddled with loan payments for up to thirty years after graduating college, and what you can do to prevent it.
• How high school freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors can best position themselves for the college of their choice.
• How your current college students can get a better financial package.
• How graduating seniors can pick colleges that will give them the best financial package and lower your out-of-pocket costs.
• How your child can attend a typically expensive private university for less than a state school.
• Plus strategies for families not eligible for need-based aid without putting a strain on the rest of your finances.

Most importantly, we will discuss¦How to get a degree, not debt!
Adults in Career Transition

F.L.I.I.P. the Switch – A perfect presentation for workforce orientations, kick-off meetings, career days, rallies, or other meetings where Simple Strategies for Achieving eXtreme Results are desired. America’s eXtreme Motivator explains how anyone can reach his or her potential by simply doing the ordinary, consistently well. In this idea packed presentation, your audience will learn specific strategies that will empower them to Get Organized, Get Involved and Get R.E.A.L.„¢ so they can flip the switch and… Get eXtreme Results!

You’re Better Than That – You’re better than all the things that others said you would be. You’re better than your circumstances and all the obstacles that surround you. You have resources and information that will enable you to make an incredible transformation. All you have to do is:
¢ Acknowledge your achievements
¢ Communicate your passions
¢ Run your race Paid on Purpose – If you do what you enjoy doing, you’ll never work a day in your life. Discover how to get paid to do what you do best and enjoy doing most. In this content rich presentation, America’s eXtreme Motivator highlights the many opportunities you have to generate income doing what you love. Learn about the many resources available to help you achieve the honorable as an entrepreneur. How to Avoid The Five Biggest Retirement Mistakes Usually Made After Being Laid-off – Lay-offs are showing up everywhere. When a lay-off occurs, there is a tendency to panic. If you have debt, do you just pay it off? What about paying off your mortgage? The best course of action is to not make drastic moves. There is a high price to pay for taking money out of a retirement account. Being jobless can be a temporary situation. Don’t position yourself to regret making an irreversible decision. This is a time where prudent decision-making and proven processes are critical.

Navigating Through Effective Radio and Television Interviews – A three hour, interactive workshop focusing on preparing and performing effectively in media interviews.

The Amazonian Warrior of Today – A humorous, one hour look at how women of today manage the demands of business, and maintain their strength and sensibility. Achieve victory in the face of stressful work environments.

Diamonds are a Girlâ„¢s Best Friend – Forty-five minute examination of the three Câ„¢s of a diamond; color, cut and clarity compared with the three Câ„¢s of a woman.

It Ainâ„¢t Heavy. Itâ„¢s my Book “ Carrying the Weight of Book Marketing – A realistic look at book marketing in todayâ„¢s publishing industry.

There is U and I in communication – The give and take of great communication is when you talk, I listen and when I talk, you listen.

Mending Holes – An eye opening journey to the root of what many use to sabotage love, lives and careers.

Author, Publisher and Speaker, Katherine Smith is formerly co-host of a four year syndicated morning radio show with ABC Radio Networks, Inc., and is a member of The Screen Actors Guild. Kat is the author of most recently released books – The Naked Author-Exposing the Myths of Publishing, and Iâ„¢m Tall Youâ„¢re Not So That Makes Us Even (A short book about TALL women).

Email Kat

972.930.0776

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Navigating Through Effective Radio and Television Interviews – A three hour, interactive workshop focusing on preparing and performing effectively in media interviews. Learn how to answer questions with ease and deliver all the key information about your book for the most effective results. Sign-up for a five minute recorded interview that will be critiqued during the workshop. Hand held recorder necessary for this segment.

The Amazonian Warrior of Today – A humorous, one hour look at how women of today manage the demands of business, and maintain their strength and sensibility. Achieve victory in the face of stressful work environments.

Diamonds are a Girlâ„¢s Best Friend – Forty-five minute examination of the three Câ„¢s of a diamond; color, cut and clarity compared with the three Câ„¢s of a woman. Women are just as faceted as well as Courageous, Caring and Creative. How our facets cut through tough times and life experiences polish us to brilliance.

It Ainâ„¢t Heavy. Itâ„¢s my Book “ Carrying the Weight of Book Marketing – A realistic look at book marketing in todayâ„¢s publishing industry and how to get the help you need to make your book successful. Learn exciting and easy ways to market and promote yourself and your book.

There is U and I in communication – How well do you communicate? The give and take of great communication is when you talk, I listen and when I talk, you listen. Learn the value of assessing visual and non-verbal messages and use your intuition when communicating.

Mending Holes – An eye opening journey to the root of what many use to sabotage love, lives and careers. Mending holes dissects the pain, disappointment and rejection that holds us back, how we can break free of it and move toward happier healthier futures.

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• What Your Landlord Doesnâ„¢t Want You to Know – Tips on Negotiating Your Office Lease
• Lease or Buy “ Which is Best for my Business?
• Market Update “ How do Current Conditions Affect How I Negotiate My Office Lease?
• Does Your Future Look Unpredictable? How to Find Flexibility in Your Office Lease

After 20 years representing landlords, Bob switched sides and became a Corporate Real Estate Advisor or Tenant Rep. His 20 years experience with landlords is now used to level the playing field for companies when negotiating to lease office and warehouse space for company use.

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972.679.1142

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• 10,000 Questions, 20,000 Worries: Finding Your Way Through the Adoption Maze “ Exploring the mega-view of adoption choices to reduce confusion and identify what is right for you.
• Parenting in the 21st Century: A Leg Up with Legos “ Kids are growing up in a rapidly changing world and parenting needs to change too, but how much. Learn a lesson in LEGOS: what works now, and what does not.
• Grandparents Parenting Grandchildren: No Longer the Life You Planned “ Are the changes leaving you confused, troubled, overwhelmed? Let’s talk about what you can do to take care of you, too.

Kathi Turner, LCSW, ACSW is an Adoption Coach, serving birth mothers, hopeful parents, and the children of adoption. Kathi has a private counseling practice in Plano, working with individuals and families.

WebsiteEmail Kathi

214.924.5706

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