John is a self-described "Recovering Big Shot"! He spent many years in the "gerbil wheel," creating great financial success at the expense of his family and everything meaningful in his life. It took what John calls a "gift of devastation" to get him back on track. The bitter twist of fate that cost him his financial success eventually led him to a life of far more significant meaning. Today, he is committed to sharing his path to success with significance through his book, The Daily Six, and as an enthusiastic and humorous motivational speaker. John developed and codified six principles that bridge career success and personal well-being. He shares his stories; some are funny and emotional, but his message is heartfelt and straightforward. And his readers and audiences alike are given an incredible guide to a peaceful and productive new life.

Your presentation to the North Florida Chapter of Meeting Professionals International was among our best in years! Your sincere style and ability to embrace change was an inspiration to all. 

I have read your book twice now and used your Daily Six steps to make personal changes in my life!
I would feel comfortable telling any meeting planner that you are a first-class speaker and educator.  
Anne Urban, President Destination Planning Corporation

John founded Changing the Focus, LLC, an international consulting firm. John offers inspirational keynotes, executive coaching, and customized training programs. His objective is to create change that sticks and helps individuals and organizations maximize their potential. Business leaders will find John's six steps invaluable for creating a positive, productive, profitable workforce. The fastest way to an improved bottom line is committed and engaged employees!
John publishes a newsletter called The Positive Thought of the Week, a Monday morning tradition for his extensive readership.

"John is a very engaging speaker on leadership, whose knowledge on improving work/life balance is unmatched. John inspired our audience with practical tools for reducing stress in these tough economic times, and we have heard from attendees how they achieved positive results by putting his recommendations into action."
David A. Sillick, President & Publisher, Business Journal

John has 30 years of experience as an executive and entrepreneur, founding his first of five office products and furniture companies in the Washington, DC, area at 30. He has appeared on and is a sought-after guest for local and national television and podcasts and is active everywhere on the internet. He writes extensively for newspapers and magazines across the country. He has been actively involved with Leadership Washington, Leadership Jacksonville, and the Rotary Clubs of Alexandria, VA, and Jacksonville, FL. He has served on the boards of many service and non-profit organizations. His commitment to the community was recognized in President Reagan's Presidential Letter of Commendation. 

John is a University of South Carolina alumnus and Phi Delta Theta National Men's Fraternity member.
 
When not out delivering his inspirational message, John enjoys time at home in Jacksonville, Florida. He is gratefully married to Susan, his wife of 34 years, and has three wonderful children and five amazing grandkids.