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Don Hutson, New York Times best selling author of "The One Minute Entrepreneur" and "The One Minute Negotiator" shares the top 5 activities you need to know and do to actually achieve your goals!

 "Do you know what you really need to do to achieve your goals?"

 Don Hutson, NY Times best-selling author of The One Minute Entrepreneur and The One Minute Negotiator shares the top 5 activities you need to know and do to actually achieve your goals! 

As we embark on this NEW YEAR, I am providing a more substantive video than our usual "Videozine" for you. Setting goals and New Year resolutions is an important part of our achievement process and I recommend that you follow the guidelines in this video for your best results.  If you will take the time to do so, I am confident that 2012 will be your best year ever!

Don Hutson - Successful Goal Strategies

 To your Success!

 

Don Hutson

Co-Author of NY Times International Best-Sellers... The One Minute Entrepreneur & The One Minute Negotiator, Author, Speaker, Sales Growth Specialist, CEO

Check out more on Don Hutson and his speaking bio: http://www.fivestarspeakers.com/espeakers/3989/Don-Hutson.html

For more information or to inquire about Don speaking at your next event, contact FIVE STAR Speakers & Trainers at 913.648.6480 or email me at swhitten@fivestarspeakers.com

People Connecting People | The FIVE STAR Blog: FIVE STAR Showcase THANK YOU!!!!

People Connecting People | The FIVE STAR Blog: FIVE STAR Showcase THANK YOU!!!!: Huge thank you to all of our wonderful clients, amazing speakers and awesome sponsors for making our Kansas City Showcase such a huge succe...

Scott Burrows Joins TCO Speakers!!

Scott Burrows

TCO Speakers is extremely excited to welcome Scott Burrows to their elite roster of presenters!!!

Scott is an International Speaker, business entrepreneur, author, athlete and risk-taker.  He has presented in over 24 US States and in such countries as Australia, Greece, Prague (Czech-Republic), India, Bermuda, Mexico, Canada, Jamaica and Puerto Rico.

SCOTT'S DEMO VIDEO

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RAVE REVIEWS...

No doubt the two standing ovations you received indicated the intensity of your talk and how much you impacted the audience.  John Hancock

Scott was able to seamlessly weave specific details of our company's issues into his presentation, making his presentation very personal for the audience. SAP

He provides a message of staying power that are getting results months after the fact and he lifted our spirits with humor. Grantham University

Gave us all a sense of thankfulness. GE

You attitude and passion really is contagious.   Eli Lilly

The audience in Tennessee was busy wiping away the tears we experienced in your remarkable determination. Tennessee Healthcare Association

He causes attendees to think critically about their own possibilities. Valic

Thank you for making our national sales conference a success with your riveting story. Your accomplishments demonstrated how life's obstacles can be converted into success and not considered setbacks. Prudential

Your delivery of information was inspiring, refreshing, and so very sincere. Keller Williams Reality

Your story is about personal accountability, it's about focusing on the possible. State Farm

TOPIC: STAND UP TO ANY CHALLENGE!

The fact is: We all have experienced unprecedented change, fear, doubt and uncertainty in both our personal and business lives. Sometimes it's hard to know how to proceed when what you cannot control seems to set the agenda. However, what inspires one person to stand up to these challenges which can quickly paralyze another? Scott's unique program, Stand up to any Challenge, using his physical paralysis as a visual metaphor is filled with takeaway content, inspiration and humor. He teaches individuals and organizations how to overcome their challenges, beat the odds and achieve extraordinary results through Vision, Mindset & Grit.

Vision - Having the passion to identify your next level of achievement

Mindset - A singular focus that motivates you to stay on course

Grit - The determination to overcome all obstacles

Drawing on his business success, athletic background, and physical recovery, Scott delivers a blueprint for achieving greater levels of performance. He has that rare ability to move people into action by showing conference attendees how to get off the sideline and into the game of life regardless of circumstances.

Scott played college football for Bobby Bowden at Florida State University & was a top-ranked kickboxing champion having his last fight broadcast by ESPN. During this time, Scott's life took a dramatic turn. He was involved in a serious accident that left him paralyzed from the chest down and diagnosed a quadriplegic; however Scott refused to be sidelined. He became a top sales producer in the insurance industry qualifying for the Million Dollar Round Table and co-founded Global Golf Group, a business marketing custom blended fertilizers to golf courses into Southeast Asia. Scott also plays full contact wheelchair rugby, aka Murderball and has shared his inspiring message throughout the US, Canada, India, Mexico & Australia. His message will challenge you to leave your paralyzed state, rethink your own possibilities and stretch well beyond any self perceived limitations.

Every presentation is fully customized to drive home your company's objectives. Scott will speak with key members of your organization in advance to ensure that his talk is tailored specifically to your key business issues, challenges and opportunities.

• You really did your homework on us. BICSI
• Your presentation format, delivery and audience involvement yields great results.  People leave your presentation changed in many positive ways. CNL Securities
• Your presentation was perfectly aligned with our aspirations regarding core vales & culture. US Foodservice

ALAN THICKE - Keynote Speaker

ALAN THICKE

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Best known as the lovable dad, “Jason Seaver,” from the ABC hit television series, GROWING PAINS.

Alan Thicke, who has just finished his cameo role in Adam Sandler's upcoming new feature for Sony entitled I Hate You Dad is an actor, television personality, author, keynote speaker and event host. His distinctive charm and humor have established him as one of America’s most sought after keynote speakers. He has spoken to a wide range of audiences including IBM, Ford, RE/MAX, Borland Technologies, Slim-Fast, Utah Governor’s Conference, Humana Hospitals, OrthoBiotech Industries, Des Moines Medical Society, Miami Health Day, Sacramento Earth Day, Toronto Dominion Bank, and the Masons Convention in Las Vegas.

 

As a headliner and event host, Alan has played the main Vegas showrooms of the Hilton, Desert Inn and Sands, as well as Atlantic City’s Resorts International, Turning Stone Resort and Casino in Verona, New York, Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut, and numerous cruise ships.  He has hosted live corporate events for Borden, Hormel, Nestle, Mattel, Baskin-Robbins, Brite-Smile, the Tournament Golf Association, California’s Building Industry, Atlanta’s Real Estate Conference, The Chiropractic Centennial Celebration, and the Montreal Comedy Festival’s JUST FOR LAUGHS.

One of America's most sought-after emcees, Alan has hosted event specials including The Emmy Awards; ABC's Olympic Kick-Off Gala, CBC's NHL Awards; ABC's Disney Christmas and Easter Parades, ABC's and NBC's Fall Preview Specials; the Miss Universe, Miss World USA, and Miss USA Pageants; Showtime's Comedy All-Stars; TV's Funniest Families and NBC's World's Greatest Magic.

Alan’s two humor books, HOW TO RAISE KIDS WHO WON’T HATE YOU and HOW MEN HAVE BABIES: The Pregnant Father’s Survival Guide, are perennial favorites.  Of all his accomplishments, Alan’s proudest role remains father to his three sons, Brennan, Robin, and Carter.

Alan Thicke's Keynote Fee: $25,000 plus first-class air travel from Carpinteria, CA, first-class hotel, portal to portal ground transportation, and meals.

Seven Speaking Titles and Topics:

CELEBRITY - HUMOR - MOTIVATIONAL

Alan is a "Boomerologist," an expert on all things Baby-Boomer related.  His hilarious anecdotes about the Baby-Boomer Generation cover a range of topics such as retirement, e-dating, Viagra, and healthcare.  For a sample of the "Boomerologist" at work, please visit:  Click here: Boomerology - May 2009 - YouTube.

CURRENT TRENDS

1.  BOOMEROLOGY:  A humorous look at the transition in World Dominance from Baby Boomers to the Obama Boomers. "Passing the torch so no one gets burned," "Lessons the Now Generation needs to learn from our triumphs and tragedies with money…parenting…health care…sex….technology…government…environment…and Reality Television."…From Stephen Hawking to the Kardashians….

HEALTH - WELLNESS

2.  HEALTH CARE and HEALTH CARELESS.  A popular luncheon address for health-related groups such as cancer, diabetes, heart foundations, and care-givers of all descriptions. Alan is the self-appointed poster boy for affliction, from Alzheimer's to Alcoholism, Stroke, Leukemia, Heart Disease and Diabetes, he's seen it all in his family. Prevention is Rule One...then…."Making the best decisions on treatment, therapy, rehab, and recovery…or…"  The Psychology of Disease: When the medics have done what they can and science ends, there are endless lifestyle  adjustments affecting the entire network of loved ones…including an emotional toll for everyone. Alan even gets laughs on this serious subject with anecdotes about "Sickos and Psychos and the Families who Love Them"…and his own experience with kidney surgery, knee replacement, having teeth knocked out, etc.

PARENTING

3.  HOW MEN HAVE BABIES:  The Pregnant Father's Survival Guide. Based on Alan’s book of the same title, a mix of humor and advice from doctors, parents, and celebrities.  Ideal for family gatherings and prospective parents…Topics range from "Money" and "Fears" to "Sex" and "Breasts." Informative....entertaining....involving.

4.  HOW TO RAISE KIDS WHO WON’T HATE YOU.  Based on Alan’s book of the same title…-what "Cool Parents" need to know about potty-training,  T-Ball, bullies, swear words, church, puberty, sexting, and Miley Cyrus. (Includes tips on Raising a Rock Star, which Alan has done, and the challenges faced by the parents of Britney, Lindsay Lohan, Chris Brown, etc.)

5.  HOW TO GET INTO SHOW BIZ AND STAY THERE:  More careers than ever before are now available in entertainment and broadcasting, and your kids are interested!  Writing and directing....acting and hosting…singing and song-writing...hosting and reporting...From telling jokes to juggling, Alan offers insight on how to prepare and whom to call (other than Paula Abdul) to get started.  And follow-up strategies for networking, public relations, negotiations, management, agenting, and accounting…If it's in the game, it's in this lecture

SPORTS

6.  THE HISTORY OF THE ENTIRE WORLD THRU SPORTS:  Especially popular at Sporting Events and Awards Shows, Alan’s monologue guarantees 10 minutes of hilarity in a Biblical sermon tracing the evolution of sport and history from Adam and Eve to Tyson and Beckham.

MOTIVATIONAL

7.  THE #1 SYSTEM FOR #2 PEOPLE: How to Succeed in Spite of Yourself. (Poster Boy: Bill Clinton).  Motivational strategies for regular people - game plans in Wealth and Happiness for the "Un-Gifted" (like Alan!)

Peter Roussel - On Air Commentary: 8/28/11

PETER ROUSSEL
Former White House Spokesman - Strategic Communications Consultant/Media Trainer, Speaker, Television & Radio Commentator & Author/Columnist/Editor

21st Century Financial Education Summit

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Eric Bailey

Eric Bailey - Life Coach & Former NBA Champion
Eric has helped over 1.5 million people craft visions for themselves and their organizations and manifest these into reality! Whether creating a successful business or the life of your dreams, the outcome you truly desire is not something that happens magically. You need a clear picture of what it is and what it looks like. Eric Bailey’s guiding principle can be summed up in a single word – “VISION”.

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Mack Dryden - Testimonial - FIVE STAR Motivational Speaker!

Mack Dryden
Funny & engaging motivational speaker! He's inspiring and a hilarious survivor:  a foreign prison, two types of cancers & one near-fatal marriage!

"Thank you so much for recommending Mack Dryden to us for our Cancer Center Council luncheon on April 26th, 2011. He was hilarious and what a trooper he is! After his flight was cancelled in Dallas and knowing that the other flights were oversold, he rented a car and drove to San Antonio, so he could make it to the luncheon! We were so grateful, as we had no back up speaker in case he did not make it. Mack's program WAS hilarious, but he also addressed the seriousness of cancer and offered choices about how we deal with life "stresses" and at the same time kept us roaring with laughter! He was both uplifting and positive. Mack held the audience in the palm of his hand the entire time he was on stage. Our program ran a little late, but very few people left. Comments I heard later included that they just wish he had joked longer! Also, many commented that Mack proved profanity is not necessary in order to be funny! Our event was a huge success, in part because of our speaker, Mack. After almost 40 minutes of laughing out loud, it seems that everyone left feeling great! Thank you so much for recommending Mack Dryden to us! It has been a pleasure to work with you." - Pam Burdick, Chair, Spring Cancer Center Council Luncheon*

More About Mack Dryden:
Topics: Motivation, Humor, Master of Ceremonies, Attitude, Cancer, Inspirational
Travels From: Louisville, Kentucky

Fee: $6,000 +

  

Contact FIVE STAR for more information on Mack Dryden or to book Mack for your next event!

Attention Meeting Planners - Book Recommendation!

Here is a book recommendation if you plan BIG conferences: Conferences That Work by Adrian Segar. Check it out - could be a helpful/useful read!

FIVE STAR Speaker Showcase 2011

FIVE STAR Team Photo Day!!

FIVE STAR Team

FIVE STAR Team

FIVE STAR Team

Steve Gardner | CEO

Julie Homsey | Account Executive

James Bauchum | Account Executive

Brittanny Kreutzer | Account Executive

Amy Crocker | Account Executive

Kasey Klugman | Account Executive

Jennifer Cook | Account Executive

Charlotte Raybourn  | Account Executive & Public Relations Director

Angelia Ryan | Accounting

Sarah Whitten | Marketing Director

Glenna Beytien | Marketing Assistant

Tracy Orpin | Marketing Assistant

Trish Fielder |Marketing Assistant/Sales Associate

Ray Kurzweil - Appearing on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE & REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER

Ray Kurzweil, Renowned Inventor, referred to as “The Restless Genius” by The Wall Street Journal, and New York Times Best-selling Author, will appear on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE on Thursday, June 16^th and REAL TIME WITH BILLMAHER on Friday, June 17^th to promote the critically acclaimed documentary film Transcendent Man.  Transcendent Man is available now on DVD and for electronic download on Amazon!

Network Showtime Information:

Jimmy Kimmel LIVE | Weeknight on ABC at 12/11c

http://abc.go.com/shows/jimmy-kimmel-live

Real Time with Bill Maher | Fridays on HBO at 10 pm (ET)

http://www.hbo.com/real-time-with-bill-maher/index.html

You can have Ray Kurzweil speak at your next event! For more information - contact FIVE STAR at fivestar@fivestarspeakers.com or 913.648.6480 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting            913.648.6480      end_of_the_skype_highlighting or fill out the CONTACT US FORM!