Jim Katula
Figuring out just what kind of leader you are is an important part of being a leader. Your own talents and tendencies make a difference in determining how well you can lead. Knowing where your followers fall on the leadership spectrum is also a vital part of being an effective leader. Using an interactive approach to educating and motivating your group, Jim Katula will show how to make the most of your leadership opportunities.
His most popular presentation, "Choices and Consequences," takes participants through the process of making choices, accepting consequences and taking responsiblity for those changes. "The First Step's a Doozy" helps individuals making the first entry into management positions answer the questions they have about what will change in their lives because of their new role. "Resolutions Aren't Just For New Years" is a presentation about making change in your life and business. A totally interactive and crowd participation event is "Teamwork The Big Kahuna Way."
After spending his days (and nights) around high schools in the Chicago area, he decided it was time to work for the schools. He returned to school, and earned his teaching certification from Trinity Christian College in Illinois. His most recent placement sees him working with students from 5-22 with emotional and behavior disorders.
In December, 2010, Jim's life was changed forever. He walked into his doctor's office not knowing what was about to happen. Moments later, he was told, "You have cancer." Several months of chemotherapy and radiation treatments made Jim realize that life was too short not to enjoy it.
He has spent the last two years doing just that. He is a competent communicator as well as a club Sergeant At Arms for the Lincoln-Way Area Toastmasters, achieving both designations within 6 months of joining. He has performed standup comedy in establishments throughout Chicago, and he plays the trombone in a jazz band.
He lives in the Chicago area with his wife of 15 years. They adopted a 10-year old son, Noah, who is now 23. Noah's sister also came to live with the Katulas. She has a six-year-old daughter that sees Jim as her grandpa. Jim spends the little free time he has selling real estate and doing stand-up comedy in the evenings.
Jim has spent his life working with students and people to make their lives better. He has earned a Master's degree in exercise physiology from Purdue University and his Bachelor's degree is in Physical Education from Western Illinois University.
Jim's life has seen him as a cadet in a US military academy, a night-clerk at a convenience store, the owner/operator of a successful florist business, teacher and real estate agent. Utilizing this experience, Jim takes his audience on a ride through making choices and changes.
Figuring out just what kind of leader you are is an important part of being a leader. Your own talents and tendencies make a difference in determining how well you can lead. Knowing where your followers fall on the leadership spectrum is also a vital part of being an effective leader. Using an interactive approach to educating and motivating your group, Jim Katula will show how to make the most of your leadership opportunities.
His most popular presentation, "Choices and Consequences," takes participants through the process of making choices, accepting consequences and taking responsiblity for those changes. "The First Step's a Doozy" helps individuals making the first entry into management positions answer the questions they have about what will change in their lives because of their new role. "Resolutions Aren't Just For New Years" is a presentation about making change in your life and business. A totally interactive and crowd participation event is "Teamwork The Big Kahuna Way."
After spending his days (and nights) around high schools in the Chicago area, he decided it was time to work for the schools. He returned to school, and earned his teaching certification from Trinity Christian College in Illinois. His most recent placement sees him working with students from 5-22 with emotional and behavior disorders.
In December, 2010, Jim's life was changed forever. He walked into his doctor's office not knowing what was about to happen. Moments later, he was told, "You have cancer." Several months of chemotherapy and radiation treatments made Jim realize that life was too short not to enjoy it.
He has spent the last two years doing just that. He is a competent communicator as well as a club Sergeant At Arms for the Lincoln-Way Area Toastmasters, achieving both designations within 6 months of joining. He has performed standup comedy in establishments throughout Chicago, and he plays the trombone in a jazz band.
He lives in the Chicago area with his wife of 15 years. They adopted a 10-year old son, Noah, who is now 23. Noah's sister also came to live with the Katulas. She has a six-year-old daughter that sees Jim as her grandpa. Jim spends the little free time he has selling real estate and doing stand-up comedy in the evenings.
Jim has spent his life working with students and people to make their lives better. He has earned a Master's degree in exercise physiology from Purdue University and his Bachelor's degree is in Physical Education from Western Illinois University.
Jim's life has seen him as a cadet in a US military academy, a night-clerk at a convenience store, the owner/operator of a successful florist business, teacher and real estate agent. Utilizing this experience, Jim takes his audience on a ride through making choices and changes.
Choices and Consequences--Making the Most of Both
Jim's life has seen many "less good" choices which have led to some "less good" consequences. Taking responsibility for these choices has brought him to where he is today.
This look at the process of limiting the "less good" choices and making "good" choices helps the attendees take life by the horns and live a full life.
Taking responsibility is stressed using humorous stories from Jim's past. Then, the story is brought full circle as Jim shares some stories that...
Teamwork the Big Kahuna Way
Working as a team is a necessary part of any industry. The Big Kahuna Way takes your staff or attendees and breaks them into small groups. These groups will be thrown into situations where teamwork is required to be successful at the task.
As the members achieve these seemingly impossible tasks, they learn that two minds truly are better than one. They also learn that people have two ears and only one mouth for a reason. Working together makes everything easier, and usually...
Resolutions Aren't Just For New Years
Jim's comedic background help him deliver this message in a unique fashion. His message is simple. To live a happy life, follow the three step approach in making the decisions that determine your quality of life.
Book this presentation and you won't be disappointed. You will be entertained while learning one of life's most vital lessons.
That First Step's a Doozy--It's Time to Move Into Management
So it's time to make the move, you think. In this presentation, Jim will help you figure out the process involved in moving into management.
When that is done, Jim will help you find the leadership style that fits you the best. Then, the important step of figuring out if your leadership style is the best fit for your current company.
Relationships will change, both above and below you. There are many aspects to consider when making the move. Hire me for this...
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