Acknowledged as one of America’s leading motivational forces, Michael J. Herman brings to audiences a sense of enthusiasm and possibility few stage opportunities offer. Drawing not only from his life as a crippled and disabled young boy and adolescent, finally emerging as a competitive young entrepreneur, and combining themes from his 30 plus years as a successful entrepreneur, Michael J. Herman enthralls and entices as he spins themes that bring attendees to new heights.
Not just inspiration, but true transformation. With documented feedback from nearly 3,100 professional presentations, Herman teases audiences like a breath to a flame.
In Herman’s stage presentations, he delivers content that penetrates the subconscious mind and actually transforms beliefs and behaviors. “When audiences laugh, they’re open to possibility” offers Herman from a stage in San Diego California.
Behavior modification, pattern interruption, subconscious reprogramming, and hypnosis from stage are some of the proprietary techniques that Herman implements in the presentations that have caused papers like The Los Angeles Times to call him “The Next Big Thing” and Fox News to declare “Herman is simply amazing at inspiring others!”
“Michael J. Herman proves that miracles do happen. I enjoyed his writing and he inspired me. He’s a real American Success Story. Few people have gone through his kind of difficulties and come through with the optimism and the drive to succeed like Michael J. Herman.”
US President Ronald Reagan
“He’s cool and he’s got a great attitude. It’s infectious and I want some of it! I did the guy.”
Earvin “Magic” Johnson, NBA All Star and Business Tycoon.
“Michael J, Herman is a true motivator. I’ve only known him 5 minutes and I’m already to get going.”
H. Ted Turner, Turner Broadcasting Corp.
“It was a pleasure exchanging ideas of success and achievement with Mr. Herman. He seems to have a real knack for transforming people’s attitudes.”
Sir Richard Branson, Virgin Brand
“Herman has a clear ability to inspire and motivate others.”
Lee Iacocca, Former CEO Chrysler & Visionary of the Ford Mustang & Minivan.
“Truly one of the most dynamic days of my life!”
Julio Gramajo, Jr. The Boeing Company
“Having Mike Herman “Mr. Motivation” speak at our company is almost as exciting as one of our rockets blasting off into space.” Philip M. Condit, CEO-Chairman the Boeing Company
“I never felt so connected to my potential as a leader and as a person as after I experienced Mike Herman speak to our group.”
Jim Glickert, The Boeing Company
“I’ve seen a lot of speakers come to our company, but Mike Herman is one of the very best. He’s outstanding at inspiring and helping to change corporate cultures and attitudes.”
William Swanson, President, CEO Raytheon Company.
“Mike Herman is one of the easiest speakers to work with I’ve ever brought to speak to our group.”
John Rouen, Raytheon Company
“Without a doubt, Mike Herman’s speech was the best program we’ve ever had! I know exactly how I’m going to change and move forward.”
Nancy Diamond-Hillard, National Women’s Small Business Association
“Working with “Mr. Motivation” Mike Herman is as fun as playing with our toys.”
Jill Barad, CEO-Mattel Toy Corp.
“Mike Herman is the real deal. He motivated me and I can see how he inspired audiences. He asks amazing questions that no other reporter has ever asked me. What a mind!” Tommy LaSorda—Los Angeles Dodger Hall of Famer
“Mike’s addition of content to our in-flight entertainment helps our passengers and our planes fly higher.”
Kevin Benson, CEO-Air Canada
“Mike’s events are truly outstanding! He’s a tornado of enthusiasm, inspiration, change, and humor.”
Marty Bean, Executive Vice President Sales & Marketing, Pepsi Cola Co.
“Michael J. Herman is one of the best TV Writers I’ve read in years. I can’t wait to work with him.”
David Milch, Emmy Award Winning TV Producer
“Michael J. Herman came to our group of seasoned, professional executives and totally wow’d the entire meeting!”
Larry Cassidy, Vistage
“Tribune Broadcasting may never be the same after Herman’s transformational day of speaking in Chicago. His messages are still spinning our heads.”
Dennis Fitzsimmons, Tribune Broadcasting Chicago
“All I can say is that I’m tingling after Mike’s motivational presentation.”
Roger L. Mayer, President and COO, Turner Entertainment Co.
“Meeting and bringing Mike to Speak at Turner was one of the best moves I’ve ever recommended in my career.”
Mauro Paez-Pumar, Regional Sales Manager - Turner Entertainment Inc.
“Let’s give a hand to people who overcome, achieve, and inspire others like
Michael J. Herman.”
Yoshima Inaba - Sales Vice President, Toyota Motor Corporation
“In my capacity as a leader I have to find and present to my teams effective motivators and information content presenters. Mike Herman truly is Mr. Motivation!”
Captain Janine Darby, USAF
Michael J. Herman can motivate you. Either through his live presentations, his daily Motivational Minute, or his face-to-face attitudes.”
Lt. Col. John Cotter, Cal. Air National Guard / USAF
“Michael J. Herman is a motivational and humor force not to be reckoned with!” Napolian Byers, Director Communications US Air Force Association
“As a motivator myself, I love getting inspired by others with powerful voices and important messages. Mike Herman motivated me.”
CDR. Ray Van Zwienen, Commanding Officer US Navy
“I enjoyed hearing Mike Herman’s message of overcoming obstacles and achieving greatness. We should all learn from his experiences. I can measure the benefits of Mike’s program upon our unit.”
Mjr. Anthony Heideman, US Naval AcAdemy
“I enjoyed hearing Mike Herman speak and I think he can help a lot of people.” Winnie McDermott, Leadership Head @ US Secret Service
“Mike Herman’s presentation was easily one of the very best programs our company has ever presented!”
Michelle Monthofer, Field Performance Manager @ American Express Corp Services
“Mike Herman’s message is so inspiring that it should be heard all over the world. And I’m going to make that happen.”
Tim Ward, Dir. Audio Programming Services, AEI Music
"I cannot start my day without reading THE MOTIVATIONAL MINUTE! It's better thsn a cup of coffee."
Dave Schwarz, Motorola
"Part of my responsibility at Motorola is finding effective ways to stimulate and focus our people. The Motivational Minute is an excellent tool to help us meet all our goals."
Alejandro Reyes, Motorola Training & Development Executive
"I've been with Honda America for a longtime. The Motivational Minute is the best thing to come along in years."
Leon Rozana Training & Development Executive
"I worked with Mike Herman at my previous company and he's so good I brought him to my new one." Stu Meisel, John Deere
"Mike Herman's positive attitude and electrifying presentations help us succeed."
Ken Bozevich, Sr. Vice President-Training & Development, 3M Corp.
"I met Mike Herman at a conference after he spoke and I knew he'd help us get motivated and get on track." Livio Di Simone, Founder & Chairman 3M Corp.
"I am happy I brought Mike Herman into speak to my sales group. I'm happy with the results and I think the value will last a long time."
Matt Mallon, CBS Radio Group Los Angeles