Michael Karpovich
CSP
MI, USDescribed as "half Robin Williams and half Mr. Rogers," Michael is more than a simple motivational speaker! Diagnosed with "brain damage" at age four, called a "nerd" by his peers, beaten up by bullies, and severely dyslexic, Michael has discovered strength comes from challenges. As he puts it... "Yuk makes you stronger!"
A successful Certified Speaking Professional, Michael has presented in all 50 states, 4 Canadian provinces, New Zealand, the Marshall Islands & Australia and last year alone, spoke to over 300,000 individuals in corporations, associations, schools and human service organizations. Incorporating personal stories with humor and priceless information, he is asked back again and again to speak on wellness, avoiding burnout, leadership, mental health, and violence prevention!
Michael is co-author of five books, the youngest president in the history of the National Speakers Association of Michigan, a charter member of NSA Pittsburgh, one of only four Honorary Lifetime Members of National Speakers Association New England, and one of less than 600 Certified Speaking Professionals on the planet! (Not bad for a brain-damaged nerd!)
1.As seen on CBS's 60 Minutes & The Today Show!
2.Co-author of Teen Empower, Lead Now, Teen Power & Beyond, Go Make a Difference, & Business from the Bottom Line
3.Increase YOUR success through Contagious Leadership!
4.Save people by preventing Burnout!
5.Your Convention's Insurance Policy!
6.Humor & Inspiration with a practical message!
7.The speaker they can't stop talking about!
QUOTE: "Never in my years of experience have I met an adult that could reach so many young people in such an effective way... Michael is by far the best!" - Marlene Gonet, Substance Abuse Counselor, Pioneer High School, Ann Arbor, MI
QUOTE: "He spoke to our hearts, to our minds and to our souls. His message was loud and clear, quiet and subtle. He was very deserving of the standing ovation given him." - Nancy A. De Korp, Ed.D., SASH Coordinator, Lakeside Institute Director
TITLES of the most popular programs:
-The Art of Taking Care Of Yourself (Prevent Burnout, Coping with Stress)
-Contagious Leadership
-Becoming the Best Generation (Finding Strength From Adversity)
Described as "half Robin Williams and half Mr. Rogers," Michael is more than a simple motivational speaker! Diagnosed with "brain damage" at age four, called a "nerd" by his peers, beaten up by bullies, and severely dyslexic, Michael has discovered strength comes from challenges. As he puts it... "Yuk makes you stronger!"
A successful Certified Speaking Professional, Michael has presented in all 50 states, 4 Canadian provinces, New Zealand, the Marshall Islands & Australia and last year alone, spoke to over 300,000 individuals in corporations, associations, schools and human service organizations. Incorporating personal stories with humor and priceless information, he is asked back again and again to speak on wellness, avoiding burnout, leadership, mental health, and violence prevention!
Michael is co-author of five books, the youngest president in the history of the National Speakers Association of Michigan, a charter member of NSA Pittsburgh, one of only four Honorary Lifetime Members of National Speakers Association New England, and one of less than 600 Certified Speaking Professionals on the planet! (Not bad for a brain-damaged nerd!)
1.As seen on CBS's 60 Minutes & The Today Show!
2.Co-author of Teen Empower, Lead Now, Teen Power & Beyond, Go Make a Difference, & Business from the Bottom Line
3.Increase YOUR success through Contagious Leadership!
4.Save people by preventing Burnout!
5.Your Convention's Insurance Policy!
6.Humor & Inspiration with a practical message!
7.The speaker they can't stop talking about!
QUOTE: "Never in my years of experience have I met an adult that could reach so many young people in such an effective way... Michael is by far the best!" - Marlene Gonet, Substance Abuse Counselor, Pioneer High School, Ann Arbor, MI
QUOTE: "He spoke to our hearts, to our minds and to our souls. His message was loud and clear, quiet and subtle. He was very deserving of the standing ovation given him." - Nancy A. De Korp, Ed.D., SASH Coordinator, Lakeside Institute Director
TITLES of the most popular programs:
-The Art of Taking Care Of Yourself (Prevent Burnout, Coping with Stress)
-Contagious Leadership
-Becoming the Best Generation (Finding Strength From Adversity)
Contagious Leadership
This program was designed to introduce a new style of leadership that surpasses self-centered individualism. Participants receive a new definition of effective leadership and learn how to use it to positively affect their colleagues and their community. Discover how positive leadership can stop negative or dysfunctional experiences and encourage positive experiences. This popular program is frequently requested by corporations, associations and other clients. Objectives include the...
The Art of Taking Care of Yourself
Times of change in our business environments can bring feelings of insecurity and anxiety about the future, increased stress and a loss of perspective. Prolonged stress and loss of perspective can lead to burnout... which ultimately affects your bottom line!
During periods of change and growth, companies can equip management and staff with specific coping skills in order to maintain morale and productivity. Employers and employees alike need to know how to face new future directions...
THE BEST GENERATION
Never before . . . have we been so inadequately prepared to be capable citizens and human beings. It is time that our society as a whole begins expecting and encouraging the best from us. For too long we have been addicted to mediocrity, materialism, and an unhealthy individualism. When we encounter painful, sad and enraging experiences we often let that experience beat us down! Developing a healthy resiliency is the key to dealing with this and...
Designing Your Destiny
What do you want out of life? If a sculptor pictures his finished piece before he begins to sculpt, and the traveler knows his destination before he begins his trip, why don't we design our futures to be exactly as we would like them to be? During this power-packed program, you will use your dreams to create a positive future. If you ever wanted to positively impact your peers, your colleagues, your community, or the world, this program is for...
Leaving a Legacy
Have you ever asked yourself...“How can I make a difference -- I am only one person?” We all want to make a difference in our families, in our community and in our world. This requires more than simplistic self-esteem; you need clear goals and powerful self-confidence! Everyone would like to “do something good”… imagine making a difference that lasts long after you are gone! During this exciting program, you will learn how to motivate yourself so that you can make a...
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