Meet One of North America’s
Most Entertaining and Influential
Workplace Culture Speakers
Here are 9 and a half fantabulous reasons to book Michael:
1You don’t have to choose between relevant content and fun! Michael delivers relevant content in a highly engaging, energetic, and fun style. His sessions are seriously fun! (Or humorously serious?) Michael’s humor makes his messages extra “sticky” – so audiences are more likely to not only remember them, but to act on them!
2Energize your event. Michael’s ability to energize and inspire audiences makes him the ideal speaker to kick off an event OR if you want to make sure people leave your event feeling energized with an inspiring, “feel-good,” memorable last impression, he’s also a great closer!
3A true professional. In fact, not only is he a Certified Speaking Professional, but he was also inducted into the Canadian Speakers Association Hall of Fame in 2008. What does being a professional speaker mean? It means Michael understands the importance of asking the right questions. He understands the importance of the basics: partnering with the audio-visual team, showing up early, delivering materials to meeting planners well before the deadline, adapting his presentation to last minute events or timing changes, and yes, finishing on time to ensure your schedule stays on track! It’s the small things and the small attention to detail that makes Michael a true professional.
4Practical, inspiring examples from around the world. Audiences appreciate Michael’s depth of knowledge on workplace culture. And because he shares real-life examples from businesses around the world, audiences see that real changes in their own workplaces are possible and not just theoretical!
5Tailored talks for the perfect fit. Michael tailors his messages, stories, and examples to your audience, ensuring that each presentation is as relevant as possible.
6Laughing WITH people, never AT people. Michael practices “safe humor” so you never have to worry if the humor will be inappropriate for any audiences.
7The critics are raving! Michael delivers, period. Check out Michael’s Rave Reviews that demonstrate the tremendous, long-lasting impact of his presentations over the past 20+ years.
8Create a long-lasting impact. Michael’s presentations include follow up eResources, including handouts, articles, and eBooks – a tremendous value-added bonus that ensures his ideas and messages are taken back to the workplace.
9More than just a one night stand! Michael also has a wealth of resources and options to help you succeed long after the presentation is over, such as (in fact, you can see his Culture Champion bundles here):
- Preferred customer pricing for his online Culture Leadership Academy course/membership site
- A subscription to an ongoing series of follow up prerecorded videos or virtual talks
- His weekly Inspiring Workplaces newsletter
- Books available at bulk discount for your entire organization
- Facilitating brainstorming sessions to help you turn ideas into action
- A very inspiring YouTube Channel with new videos always being added
- One-on-one or group coaching for teams, leaders, and employees
9.5Be dazzled by his signature moves! Although Michael is not a world champion ballroom dancer, he has some pretty fantastic moves that he can happily teach your audience.
If you want to leave your audience laughing, energized, and armed with relevant ideas they can immediately put into practice to make a real difference in the workplace, Michael’s the speaker for you!
Videos
Why Clients Book Michael
Some clients bring me into their events simply because they want to celebrate a great year, cap off a busy season, or recognize their amazing employees. Other clients work with me because they’ve lost their mojo, they’re wrestling with unprecedented change, or they need help forging a stronger and more inspiring culture.
Why Choose Between Content and Humor?
For more than 25 years I’ve embraced the mantra: “Why choose between content and humor when you can have both?” In this short video, I share what I think my job as a professional speaker is and how I will work with you to exceed your expectations.
Michael in Action
Why choose between content and fun when you can have both? For a sense of my presentation style, grab some popcorn and enjoy this sampler video of Michael in Action. Whether I’m delivering a full-day workshop to senior executives, or a keynote to an audience of 3,000+, I deliver relevant content in as memorable a way as possible so those inspiring ideas stick!
BOOKS
The Humor Advantage
Why Some Businesses Are Laughing All the Way to the Bank
The Humor Advantage is packed with ideas on how you can create a more innovative, collaborative, service-driven culture that drives outrageous results! It delivers a firehose of information that will turn your culture upside down (in a good way!).
The Jerk-Free Workplace
How You Can Take the Lead to Create a Happier, More Inspiring Workplace
This isn’t just about giving jerky work behaviors the boot. The Jerk-Free Workplace offers up an inspiring roadmap on how to take the lead when you’re not the boss – although you’ll definitely want your boss to read it, too. If you want to work in a happier, more inspiring workplace, this is the book for you!
Small Moments, Big Outcomes
How Leaders Create Cultures That Fuel Extraordinary Results
It’s about the small things you can do as a culture leader to intentionally build a more collaborative, compassionate, and inspiring workplace culture. Packed with practical ideas based on real world examples, Small Moments, Big Outcomes will help you lead with greater confidence and purpose.
