Powers, John
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About John Powers
Business Person
Founder of the Powers of Motivation Institute in 1988. Raised three million dollars for his Broadway musical production. Has coordinated the activities of various financial, sales and marketing staffs and unions representing such personnel as actors, musicians and stage hands.
Communicator
Holds a Ph.D. in Communications from Northwestern University. Has performed (and written) two one-man shows and two Emmy Award winning television specials. He has hosted his own radio and television shows and has been a guest on thousands of radio and television shows including Oprah and Today. John has been a professional speaker for over twenty years and has shared the dais with such people as George Bush, Ken Burns, Betty Friedan, Rudy Giuliani, Smokey Robinson and Muhammad Ali.
Humorist
He has performed stand-up comedy at various venues throughout the nation. Humor is also a major ingredient in all of his writings, performing work and presentations.
Author
John has written five books, a Broadway musical, two one-man shows (he was also the performer), and two Emmy Award winning television specials.
A Creator of Takeaway Ideas
As a former teacher, John knows the importance of providing practical information that members of his audience can use immediately to enrich their lives and the lives of those around them. He has taught at all levels of academia…elementary, junior high and college including many years as a professor of speech & performing arts at Northeastern Illinois University. In addition, John has created and hosted numerous educational specials for PBS. Dr. Powers has also been the keynote speaker for many local, state and national educational organizations.
If I’m Odd Does That Make Us Even?
Ah…yes. Each of us is a once-in-a-universe happening waiting to be discovered. Great leaders, sales people, team players, communicators and thinkers know this. They recognize and celebrate the unique talents of each colleague, client and member of the community.
How To Keep The Promise You Make To Yourself
The art and science of leadership. A strong leader gives people faith in themselves. No organization has ever succeeded without lions of leadership.
Oh, Shut Up!
If you talk out loud, you are a public speaker – addressing a group of people, a job interview, committee meetings, communicating with clients, colleagues, friends and family. Yet, no one has ever taught us how to do it well. This program gives you the true fundamentals in order to be a successful speaker and active listener.
Testimonials
“Your presentation to our U.S. Steel key management group was simply outstanding; dynamic humor at its best to deliver the message.”
– Frank M. Clark, Managing Director of Long Range Planning, U.S. Steel Group
“You certainly lived up to your reputation for being a superb motivational speaker. Our guests found your speech to be both moving and inspirational. You truly were a hit!”
– Lynn Monahan, Associate Manager, Marketing Events, Business Week
“Our conference had nearly 3000 attendees. John spoke with passion and polish. He delivered an outstanding talk to our attendees that was at once humorous, educational and poignant.”
– Dewey L. Whitmore, American Society of Safety Engineers
“Your ability to deliver an emotional message about the importance of living life to its fullest wrapped in a warm blanket of humorous anecdotes kept them in their seats and resulted in the only standing ovation for any speaker at an NAII meeting that I can remember. It was truly a marvelous moment.”
– Joseph J. Annotti, Assistant Vice-President, Public Affairs, National Association of Independent Insurers
“I have had countless people comment on your enthusiasm, your energy and the dynamics of your presentation. You are a true professional and a phenomenal speaker.”
– Brian Powers, Vice President and General Manager of Sales, Westell