John Watkis
CPT, PES, CES
FL, USJohn Watkis is an international speaker, author, award-winning performer, voiceover actor, high-stakes performance coach, and speechwritier. He utilizes his experience and multiple talents to teach purpose-driven leaders how to deliver show-stopping speeches and presentations in high-stakes situations. His practical, proven techniques teach you how to be entertaining even if you're not an entertainer
John has extensive experience behind the camera, as well as in front of it. He's the first Canadian-born actor to play Mufasa in the Disney Musical "The Lion King", and is a champion salsa dancer. He has spoken to thousands of participants throughout Canda, the United States, England, Wales, Australia, and Cyprus.
In addition to delivering keynote speeches and workshops internationally, he has written speeches for corporations, government officials, non-profits, professional speakers and hall of fame athletes.
John is the author of the Speaking Notes: The 8 Essential Elements to Make Your Speech Music to Their Ears, and Don't Bite the Hand That Feeds You – How to Avoid Mistakes That Cost You Customers and Credibility. He wrote and narrated the Fred Pryor/Careertrack video, Management Skills for New Managers & Supervisors and his articles have appeared in Profit Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Ragan Communications. He's also been interviewed on BBC and appeared on the CBC network.
A partial list of his clients includes: BMW Canada, Canadian Association of Professional Speakers, Human Resources Professional Association, RBC, TD Bank, Canadian Federal Government, Moneris Solutions, and Hills Pet Nutrition.
John Watkis is an international speaker, author, award-winning performer, voiceover actor, high-stakes performance coach, and speechwritier. He utilizes his experience and multiple talents to teach purpose-driven leaders how to deliver show-stopping speeches and presentations in high-stakes situations. His practical, proven techniques teach you how to be entertaining even if you're not an entertainer
John has extensive experience behind the camera, as well as in front of it. He's the first Canadian-born actor to play Mufasa in the Disney Musical "The Lion King", and is a champion salsa dancer. He has spoken to thousands of participants throughout Canda, the United States, England, Wales, Australia, and Cyprus.
In addition to delivering keynote speeches and workshops internationally, he has written speeches for corporations, government officials, non-profits, professional speakers and hall of fame athletes.
John is the author of the Speaking Notes: The 8 Essential Elements to Make Your Speech Music to Their Ears, and Don't Bite the Hand That Feeds You – How to Avoid Mistakes That Cost You Customers and Credibility. He wrote and narrated the Fred Pryor/Careertrack video, Management Skills for New Managers & Supervisors and his articles have appeared in Profit Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Ragan Communications. He's also been interviewed on BBC and appeared on the CBC network.
A partial list of his clients includes: BMW Canada, Canadian Association of Professional Speakers, Human Resources Professional Association, RBC, TD Bank, Canadian Federal Government, Moneris Solutions, and Hills Pet Nutrition.
Lessons in the Circle of Life
ISN'T THERE MORE TO LIFE?
The question has been asked by homemakers, CEO's, students, and entrepreneurs as they struggle to live a life that is satisfying both personally and professionally. Based on his experiences in the award winning Disney musical production, The Lion King, John Watkis explores the notion that there is more to life, and he provides timely and practical insights to help you understand what that...
How to Make Your Speech Sound Like Music To Their Ears
Make your speeches sound like music to their ears!
After all, speeches are meant to be heard, not read. And what could be more pleasant to the ear than music? More importantly, speeches are meant to be remembered - and they're meant to move people to action.
Is anything easier to remember than music?
Does anything else move people the way music...
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