2008 SPEAKING EVENTS
JANUARY
12-Mental preparation for 100-mile bicycle rides. Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Team in Training-San Francisco (attendance: 61).
"Dr. Taylor – I personally thought he was awesome – one of the best speakers I've ever heard - easy going and very down-to-earth – easy speaker to connect with – not just someone blabbering about what they think you should do – I really liked him and would welcome him back." Lorraine B.
"I thought Jim Taylor's talk was great.He provided everyone with really useful tools and I think that he validated a lot of what people experience and feel during rides, let them know it is normal, and opened the door for us to talk about it in a very open way.Thanks for setting it up!" Kerry B.
"Wasn't Dr. Taylor an inspiring speaker? It is nice to hear from somebody who is an athlete himself. He echoed all that I have felt at each stage and did a great job of convincing me that all the emotions that go through me at mile 10 and mile 60 and then again at mile 100 are all natural!" Nanditha J.
23-Maximizing physical-education and sports experiences for young people. One-day workshop for physical educators, coaches, and parents. Northeast Colorado Board of Cooperative Educational Services, Haxtun, CO (attendance: 65).
“I really enjoyed the workshop by Dr. Jim Taylor. I found so much of what he said is important to me as a teacher, coach, and a parent. I only wish I could have brought the rest of our coaches along as I think they would have all enjoyed what he had to say.”
“The quality of the workshop was great. Dr. Taylor was articulate and easy to hear and understand. My favorite part of this workshop was that Dr. Taylor had information for my teaching and coaching duties that would benefit my students and athletes. He did a great job repeating important information and moved forward in his lecture with visible notes (power point). His information has sparked new ideas for my classroom and team along with reinforcing that some of the things I do in class are good.”
“Jim is a very effective speaker. He gave me info I can use and make a difference with. All three topics of his presentation will prove to be valuable over time. The presentation was well organized and had fluid delivery. He gave me ideas to enhance what I have always shared with my student/athletes but in new and meaningful ways that have gotten their attention. I would like to find a way to get Dr. Taylor back in the area to speak to our student athletes”
“High quality, meaningful information. One part was the 'self-esteem' philosophy, and the other is the problems being created in our society with the 'popular culture.' Good facilitation. Well organized and presented. It has reinforced some of my own beliefs and has given me information that will help me in my teaching and coaching.”
30-Raising and educating successful and happy children. One-day event for educators, parents, and students. Lynbrook High School, San Jose, CA (attendance: 1800 students, 350 parents, 95 faculty).
“Oh Jim, you were absolutely fabulous! I am in awe of your dynamism, energy and stamina. Everything I'm hearing is absolutely glowing, of course. So many people saying how it really shook some long-held convictions. This was a crowd that really needed to hear your message.” Monika de al Porte, PTSA president
“Thank you for the new perspective on raising children! I am so grateful that I heard you speak the other night, while my kids are 5 and 7, rather than later. I don't want my girls to suffer from the same nutty perfectionism that I suffer from. What you said about perfectionists and failure avoidance really hit home and may very well have changed my life. I woke up the next day crying realizing that fear of failure was a driving force in my parenting. I just want to thank you and assure you that you are making a difference!” San Jose parent
“I was very impressed by Dr. Taylor's Positive Pushing presentation. He presented thoughtful and practical tools on how to balance success and happiness in the development ofour children. He emphasized parenting approaches that have a strong impact on children's self-esteem, performance and character. Dr. Taylor used lively humor and examples from his many experiences with students and parents to interact with the audience.” Shibani Chotani, parent
“I attended your seminar on positive pushing and have to admit that I was skeptical that I would learn anything new. Well, to my surprise, I came away with a whole new view on how best to work with our five children. Thank you for that!” Peter Duggan
FEBRUARY
4-Prime tennis: Triumph of the mental game. Mill Valley (CA) Tennis Club (attendance: 35).
“Thank you for a truly wonderful presentation last night! Everyone thought the evening was fantastic and inspiring. And, just so you know, we used your tips in a tough match the next day and won in three hard-fought sets. I can assure you that we wouldn’t have won the match without you.” Gina Seaborg
20-Popular culture and kids. Hillsborough (CA) School District (attendance: 65).
"Jim Taylor provided us with a powerful and relevant message. His presentation was captivating and enjoyed by all. I would highly recommend him for future speaking events." Janet Andrews, Vice President, Associated Parents Group
"Thank you so much for your informative talk. It was a thought-provoking evening. I was most pleased to learn that you are married and have children. It seems that most 'experts' in this field don't have any 'combat' experience." Marisa J.
26-The rower's guide to mental training. Marin (CA) Rowing Club (attendance: 25).
MARCH
3-The triathlete's guide to mental training. Golden Gate Triathlon Club (attendance: 25).
“Dr. Jim Taylor provided an insightful and entertaining talk to our members about the often overlooked elements of mental training. With a creative blend of story telling, humor and honesty, he was engaging and informative. GGTC was pleased to host Jim for the evening.” Lara Rafton, Director of Communications
10-The triathlete's guide to mental training. San Francisco Triathlon Club (attendance: 23).
“Jim offered useful, practical advice, not merely abstract theory.Being an experienced athlete, he had tremendous credibility by illustrating his ideas with memorable, personal anecdotes that every attendee related to. The audience left inspired and with a great appreciation for the mental aspects of athletic performance.” Conrad Chan, President
12-Positive pushing: How to raise a successful and happy child. Gladwyne Montessori School, Gladwyne, PA (attendance: 25 students, 55 parents).
13-Encouraging happy campers. Two featured presentations. Tri-state Camp Conference, Atlantic City, NJ (attendance: 100, 80).
"Great speaker, engaging...A fun seminar with great ideas to leave with...Awesome...Very informative...Excellent...A fantastic presentation...A joy ot listen to.
APRIL
15-Maximizing performance, well-being, and change in business and life. Young Presidents' Organization chapter, Cairo, Egypt.
17-Maximizing performance, well-being, and change in business and life. Young Presidents' Organization chapter, Kuwait City, Kuwait.
"I had the great pleasure of attending Dr. Jim Taylor's workshops on maximizing business performance and positively pushing children. It was a joy to be exposed to his unique style of teaching. I can guarantee you that all of YPOers in attendance left with new insights and tools to sustain excellence in their corporate lives. And his advice on helping our children fully realize their abilities is priceless." Musaed N. Al Saleh, Vice Chairman & CEO of National Projects Holding Co.; Board member, YPO-Middle East/North Africa
19-Maximizing performance, well-being, and change in business and life. Young Presidents' Organization chapter, Beirut, Lebanon.
“I give Jim a ‘10’ for his day with our chapter. He had a wealth of knowledge to share and kept us enchanted and focused with his ability to deliver his substantial content in a such passionate way. Jim has endless qualities to showcase and you will soon be agreeing with me that the energy with which he delivers his powerful messages is enviable. His visit was a breath of fresh air that was so badly needed to rejuvenate our thinking and sharpen our minds.” Ziad El Khalil, Managing Director, SBC Tanzania Ltd.; Education chair, YPO-Lebanon
"Dr. Taylor has the rare ability to bring life's lessons into an easy-to-use process that consolidates learning with doing. We are always searching for excellence and Dr. Taylor is able to make this search an enjoyable sojourn rather than a complicated end goal. At a very practical level, I am trying to follow his advice of not being connected all the time. It doesn't work every day but it improves my productivity when I am able to implement it. I am deeply indebted to Dr. Taylor for his insights and tools." Bassel S. Hamwi, Deputy Chairman & General Manager, Bank Audi Syria
30-The triathlete's guide to mental training. Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Team in Training-San Francisco.
“As an Executive Business Coach, I was blown away by Dr. Jim Taylor's natural ability to communicate and entertain an audience. Jim passionately shared valuable and insightful information, obviously drawing from years of professional and athletic experience. I found his presentation on mental preparation not only applies to sport, but also to my personal and professional life. Thanks for providing me with valuable tools I will use for a lifetime!” Marisa C. Casa
"What Dr Taylor had to say totally changed my mindset for my most recent triathlon. He made me realize how much of the training was mental and taught me about how to use my "mental tool box," which I pulled out several times during the race! There is no doubt that hearing him speak made my race a more enjoyable experience and I will be buying his book for future reference!" Emma Jacobson
JUNE
17-Raising the bar: Changing the performance culture and maximizing sales productivity. Kemin Worldwide, Brugge, Belgium.
"Jim's model of achieving change in the performance of your team is truly ground breaking. His seminars are a real chance to break out of previous patterns and set a new trajectory." Chris Nelson, CEO and President
OCTOBER
25-26-Helping ski racers succeed. Two talks to racers, parents, and coaches. Sugar Bowl Academy, Norden, CA.
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2007 SPEAKING EVENTS
JANUARY
18-Values education in families and schools. One-day program for students, faculty, and parents. Virginia Schuman Young Elementary School, Ft. Lauderdale, FL (attendance: 210 parents, 400 students, 45 faculty).
“Our school was fortunate to have Dr. Jim Taylor spend a full day with us. In speaking to the students, he was able to speak their language and they really “got it.” Many parents said that their children came home and informed them how they could do a better job helping them grow. Wow, that is powerful! In the evening, Jim spoke to our parents. He was informative, entertaining and motivational. He had everyone’s undivided attention; people were hanging onto his every word. This was truly a day to remember; a day of growth and reflection, with humor and motivation, for students, staff and parents alike!” Mark S. Strauss, Ed.D., Principal
“Dr. Jim Taylor was wonderful! As the largest public Montessori school in the country, it is rare to have the opportunity to bring a speaker of this magnitude to our school community. He worked with our staff, spoke with the students, and we filled the cafetorium to capacity with parents and administrators from our area. He had all of the groups completely engaged, was funny, and we all learned important lessons from him. I highly recommend the entire package as this was beneficial to everyone.” Dawn Read, School Advisory Chair, Virginia Shuman Young Elementary School
26-Psychology of tennis coaching. Two seminars (Prime Tennis and Positive Pushing) for high-school tennis coaches. Chicago (attendance: 115).
“Many thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to be a featured speaker at the Detroit and Chicago Tennis Workshops. Your presentations were very well received by the tennis coaches at both clinics. They found your comments and advice to be insightful, valuable, and entertaining. We look forward to your contributing to future workshops.” Bob Wood, Co-director
FEBRUARY
8-Positive pushing: How to raise a successful and happy child. St. Michael's Academy, Bryan, TX.
10-Psychology of tennis coaching. Two seminars (Prime Tennis and Positive Pushing) for high-school tennis coaches. Detroit (attendance: 300).
“Dr. Taylor's message on positive pushing shined a beacon of hope for me. As an 'old school' coach who was placing way too much blame on the new generation of athletes, his talk provided many insights on how to deal relevantly with my team. I left refreshed and confident.” Steve Bender, Varsity Tennis Coach, Buchanan High School, Buchanan, Michigan
13-Popular culture and families. One-day program for students, faculty, and parents. Briarcrest Christian School, Memphis (attendance: 1000 students, 100 parents, 75 faculty).
“Dr. Jim Taylor displayed a unique ability to convey a positive, meaningful, and humorous message about popular culture to our students, faculty, and parents. In all of his sessions, the audiences were presented with direct and motivating real-life examples of how they are negatively influenced by popular culture. Students were made aware of how popular culture was aimed at them in our money-driven culture. Parents were able to see how their children are the target of an attack on the values that we hold most dear. Dr. Taylor’s visit was appreciated and will echo in our greater school community for a long time!” Steve Simpson, Head of School
"Dr. Taylor's presentation was well received by middle- and high-school students, parents and faculty. Jim’s interactive and humorous style enabled him to energize his audiences without losing control. His message opened our eyes to the motivation and tactics of popular culture. Everyone walked away feeling challenged to know what they value and to live their lives in a way that reflects those values. Our time with Dr. Jim Taylor was time well spent." Gail Petty, mother and Vice President of National Security and Trust, Memphis, TN.
13-Popular culture and teens. St. George's Independent School, Memphis (attendance: 375 students; 50 parents).
"Dr. Jim Taylor challenged our students to think critically about the popular culture that permeates their lives. Provocative and insightful, Dr. Taylor's message to young people is to first recognize the self-serving goals of this culture. Then, he challenges his audience to consider the merits of standing firm against the current of this culture. I commend Dr. Taylor on his message and his determination to help young people and their parents navigate the often turbulent waters of adolescence. For those committed to character education as a critical component of the learning process, Dr. Taylor offers a thoughtful and engaging complement. I thoroughly recommend his work to educators, students, and parents.” William W. Taylor, School President
MARCH
26-Psychology of tennis. Invited lecture, Mill Valley (CA) Tennis Club.
“Thank you, Dr. Jim Taylor, for making me feel good about my game. And thank you for making my opponents feel bad about my game.” Michele Slatalla, tennis player; columnist, New York Times
APRIL
5-Positive pushing: How to raise a successful and happy child. San Ramon (CA) Rotary Club (attendance: 50).
“I was fortunate to attend one of Dr. Jim Taylor’s talks at my children's school and was blown away by his presentation. He made the impact of today’s popular culture so clear and practical to every level of kids’ development. I wanted so much to hear more that I invited him to speak at the San Ramon Rotary Club. The attendees raved about what an amazing speaker he was, how interesting and humorous he made his presentation, and what a WOW impact he had. I encourage you to get this man into your community to educate all who care about our youth and their future. The lessons are appropriate, applicable, and fascinating.” Michele L. Riopelle , M. D.
5-What does the E in CEO stand for?: How ego makes or breaks a leader. Young President's Organization-San Francisco Bay chapter (attendance: 35).
“Jim’s recent presentations to our YPO chapter were a hit! Jim’s expansive knowledge was nicely complemented by his own first-hand experience as a world-class athlete. Jim’s unique and entertaining talks provided immense "take-home" value. Our members will be able to apply Jim’s lessons immediately and directly to both their professional and personal lives. I highly recommend Dr. Taylor as a business or parenting resource.” Zack Stenger, Education Chair; Partner, Miramar Asset
“Dr. Jim Taylor brings a fresh perspective to the good and bad ego in all of us. I found his talk and Q&A to be very informative and relevant to my personal life and business. If you are looking to help guide your business or family on a journey of discovery and better understanding of your own strengths and weaknesses you will find his material very helpful.” David Flaherty, CEO, Seismicom
16-Applied sport psychology. Invited lecture. Dept. of Kinesiology, San Francisco State University.
“Thank you so much for taking the time speak in our Graduate Seminar in Kinesiology here at SFSU. The students really enjoyed your talk and appreciated your expertise in Sport Psychology. They were particularly enthusiastic about your ‘real world’ experience as a practicing performance psychologist. We hope you will consider speaking at our seminar next year!” Kate Hamel, Ph.D. Assistant Professor
APRIL
24-Mental training for triathlon. Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Team in Training-San Francisco (attendance: 45).
“Thank you so much for speaking with our Team-in-Training triathletes about the mental training required for a triathlon. I have gotten a lot of great feedback already about how useful everyone thought it was and I could tell this by the audience's participation towards the end. It is through your donation of knowledge and experience that will take our 100 or so participants to the next level of training and racing, and I am sure they will, as I have personally done, use this information for some time to come.” James Gracey, Head Coach
MAY
6-12-Leading the way in business and life. Six-day program of lectures and workshops. Young Presidents' Organization Life & Leadership International University, Edinburgh, Scotland (attendance: 150).
“As one of many esteemed presenters at this international event, Dr. Jim Taylor stood out as a highlight. Jim has a unique ability to relate to people on many different levels, including personal, family, and business. This skill, combined with his great depth of knowledge, makes him one of the most sought-after resources in YPO.” Mike Kelley, Chairman, International Events Committee
"Jim quickly and succinctly provided meaningful insights into very complex topics. I especially appreciated his seminar on ‘prime performance’ where he was able to provide a conceptual framework and a practical guide on how to help employees and myself to perform at ‘championship-level’ on a daily basis." Chris Nelson, CEO, Kemin, Inc.
“Dr. Jim Taylor’s daunting task was to encourage YPO couples to explore not only the dynamics of our marriage and family life, but also our impact on our wider circle. His delivery while sharing his wisdom held our attention and gave us deep food for thought long after his sessions ended. My time is valuable. Jim's message was invaluable!” Linda Nelson, YPO spouse
16-Mental preparation for Ironman competition. Golden Gate Triathlon Club Ironman training program (attendance: 35).
SEPTEMBER
26-Positive pushing: How to raise a successful and happy child. Play Club Marin, Corte Madera, CA (attendance: 20).
"Instead of feeling frustrated and overwhelmed like I do after attending other parenting lectures, after hearing Jim speak about Positive Pushing, I felt energized and empowered. Jim's lecture was content full, yet concise. His sense of humor kept his lecture entertaining and he successfully connected with his audience. And you can tell Jim has a passion for parenting!" Corey Stodolnic, mother of three
OCTOBER
13-Psychology of marathon running. Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Team in Training-San Francisco (attendance: 110).
“In donating his time and expertise to Team in Training, Dr. Jim Taylor offers our athletes and coaches a wealth of useful information and tools on the mental side of endurance sports. His workshops are always entertaining, inspiring, and practical. Our athletes leave his talks feeling more motivated, confident, and prepared to achieve their race goals.” April Powers, Senior Coach
24-Educating successful and happy children. One-day program for students, faculty, and parents. Currey Ingram Academy, Brentwood, TN (attendance: 60 students, 60 parents, 51 coaches and athletes, 125 faculty).
"Dr. Jim Taylor has a dynamic presentation style, engaging the audience with entertaining and informative details about what it means to be a parent or educator who pushes their children positively. He leaves you with realistic concepts and inspires you to redefine what children really need from their parents and other influential adults." Lindsay Naylor, Special Events and Community Outreach Coordinator
“My husband and I loved your presentation! It reminded us that parenting is not an easy task. On the other hand, It can be as easy or as difficult as we want it to be. Learning to enjoy every day with our child is something that we as parents forget to do. And thank you for writing Positive Pushing. We really enjoyed reading it.” Rosalva MacQuarrie, mother
"The message that he sends about the mental side of sport is life changing for young athletes. In all my years of playing professional baseball, he's the first sport psychologist I have heard who tells it like it so clearly and practically. I was really glad I came." Michael Coleman, former Major League baseball player
NOVEMBER
3-Mental training for alpine ski racing. Aspen Valley Ski Club and Lake Tahoe Masters' Ski Training Camp, Copper Mountain, Colorado (attendance: 63).
“Dr. Jim Taylor did a great ski-racing-specific presentation of Mental Skills Training for the Aspen Valley Ski Club. He used his experience of being a former high-level racer to give our athletes real-life insight into how they can use these skills in their training and racing to better prepare themselves in their pursuit of their goals in ski racing and in life.I look forward to having Jim back for more sessions with our athletes and staff.” Jeff Kai, Alpine Director
7-Mental training for collegiate wrestling. Varsity Wrestling Team, Stanford University (attendance: 35).
10-11-Psychology of snow sports. Two-day program for snow-sport athletes, coaches, and parents. Team Summit, Copper Mountain, Colorado (attendance: 90 athletes, 50 parents, 10 coaches).
“The Sport Psychology clinic given by Jim Taylor was well received by the athletes and parents from Team Summit. The content was informative and motivating, giving the athletes mental tools to increase their performances and the parents tools they can use to help their children achieve their goals. Jim’s work with our team was valuable for every athlete in their pursuit of skiing, snowboarding, or any other sport they choose.” Tiania Adams, Coach, former professional and collegiate racer, and U.S. Ski Team member
17-Popular culture and teens. Invited speaker, Enjoy the Roller Coaster Years: Positive Parenting for 10 to 15 Year Olds Conference, Mill Valley, CA (attendance: 25).
DECEMBER
12-Essential mental skills for alpine ski racing. Aspen (CO) Valley Ski Club (attendance: 40).
“I can tell you Jim’s presentation of mental preparation was what I have been looking for many years for our program. Although we have had other sport psychologists speak who were good/interesting, this was the first presentation that our athletes can apply TODAY and throughout their careers and lives. Thanks for making it happen and I encourage you to give all AVSC athletes, coaches, and parents an opportunity to be exposed to Jim’s ideas.” Mike Maple, former racer and father of the U.S. #1 ranked 17-year-old
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2006 SPEAKING EVENTS
JANUARY
18-Positive pushing: How to raise a successful and happy child. Montessori School of Denver (attendance: 220).
“Jim Taylor was a very engaging speaker. Our parents and staff who attended his presentation on “Positive Pushing” raved both about his presentation style and the content of his talk. He makes his points with humor and in such a way that they are easy to remember long after the talk is over. Being a Montessori school, we're careful with the outside speakers that we bring in. Jim’s message of positive encouragement and giving children the self-esteem tools to get over any rough patches in life is a wonderful match with Montessori education. I recommend him whole heartedly!” Julie Bragdon, Director of Primary Education
24-Positive pushing: How to raise a successful and happy child. Hillsborough (CA) School District (attendance:75).
“We really enjoyed having Dr. Taylor visit our school district. His presentation was thoughtful, on target and practical. Plus, Dr. Taylor was entertaining too! All in all, it was a great evening for the parents in our schools.” Karen W., Parent Education Chair
FEBRUARY
1-Mental preparation for marathon running. Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Team in Training, San Francisco (attendance: 35).
“I have listened to Jim Taylor’s mental preparation talk no less than two dozen times and I enjoy it every time. Jim offer really practical advice in a motivating and understandable way. He brings both humor and his own extensive experience to his talks that bring the ‘heaviness’ of psychology down to earth so everyone can relate. His upbeat presentations have motivated me to get my mental game plan together to be a both better athlete and a better coach.” April Powers, Head Coach
16-Leadership and decision making in the corporate world. Young Presidents' Organization, Oregon chapter (attendance: 85).
“I want to thank you for the great YPO experience. I thought it was really valuable. It’s very interesting because I am in the middle of some tough decisions in the start-up phase of our new business right now, and the ‘focus on the mission’ statement was exactly what I needed to jolt me back into focus. This will be one of those great learning experiences that I’ll remember and refer to a long time to come.” Dan Afrasiabi, President, Low Pay, Inc.
“I thoroughly enjoyed Dr. Jim Taylor’s presentation at our YPO Chapter meeting. Not only is Dr. Taylor an expert in his field, but he is also very engaging with large groups and personable in smaller settings. Dr. Taylor’s understanding of business, intertwined with his passion for family, allows him to dig deep into heart of our world.” Bitsy Kelley, Director, Ohana Hotels & Resorts
27-Prime business: Maximizing individual and team performance. Featured speaker and workshop leader. Precision Machine Parts Association annual conference, Tempe, AZ (attendance-200).
"I really enjoyed Jim Taylor as a presenter and facilitator at our Industry Association Conference. Using his life and high performance consulting experiences, he brings a unique and fresh view to the business setting. It has been a real pleasure to work with and learn from Dr. Taylor." Jeffrey B. Ohlemacher, President & CEO, Elyria Manufacturing Corp.
MARCH
7-Positive pushing/popular culture. One-day program for students, teachers, and parents. Unity in Education (Sayre School, Lexington School), Lexington, KY (attendance: students-260, faculty-150, parents-165).
“I found Dr. Jim Taylor’s talk to our parents to be extremely effective. His points about mass media’s negative influence resonated well, but more importantly he was able to help our parents see how their decisions are actually contributing to this growing influence of negative pop culture on their children and how it erodes their own family’s values.” Charles D. Baldecchi, Head of School, The Lexington School
9-The triathlete's guide to mental training. Bay Area endurance sport seminar, Sports Basement, San Francisco.
28-Perform your best: mental training for athletes. San Francisco Bay Club (attendance: 25).
“I was inspired after hearing Dr. Jim Taylor speak about the importance of mental preparation for sports. As a basketball coach and sport psychology graduate student, I found his talk very helpful and enlightening. He was able to take complex subjects and relate them to the audience through everyday real life situations. I learned a lot from Jim!” Graham Betchart
30-Positive pushing/popular culture. One-day event for students, faculty, and parents. Harker School. San Jose, CA (students: 1014, parents: 250).
“Dr. Taylor caused quite a stir among the students at Harker. His speech forced the students to realistically evaluate their values and confront how much pop culture influences them. He had the greatest impact as he challenged them to become more informed and intentional people…a valuable and necessary message for high school students.” Dr. Naomi Schatz, AP psychology faculty
“Of all the guest speakers Harker has seen, I would say that Dr. Jim Taylor was the most thought-provoking presenter. At least part of each of my classes that day erupted into a heated argument as to whether or not his assertions were true and the extent to which we are affected by the media around us. His ideas definitely forced us to question our value systems in relation to the popular culture we are exposed to on a daily basis in an attempt to become more self-aware.” Vijay Umapathy, student
“Dr. Jim Taylor recognizes that as the world gets more complicated, there is more at stake for our children. As a result, parenting has become a more difficult, confusing, and scary endeavor. Parents want their children to take ownership of their lives. At the same time, parents want to protect their children from as many mistakes and blunders as possible. Dr. Taylor walked this fine line masterfully. He gave practical, insightful, and sound advice in an entertaining and accessible manner on how to help parents achieve both of these goals. Many parents left having experienced what Dr. Taylor refers to as, ‘Oh my gosh, that’s me’ moments.” Jennifer Gargano, Assistant Head of School
APRIL
4-Positive pushing: How to raise a successful and happy child. St. Isidore School, Danville, CA (attendance: 60).
“On behalf of the St. Isidore community and myself, thank you for a wonderful evening. Your information was insightful, thought provoking, and challenging. Your combination of a common-sense approach to parenting, humor, and a clear passion for children made the evening both reassuring & enjoyable. I received a lot of positive feedback from both teachers and parents. My advertising always uses the words enlighten, inspire, and educate and you fit the bill perfectly!” Suzanne Hutchinson, Coordinator, Parent University
"I was very impressed with Dr. Taylor’s approach to pushing children. It was nice to hear someone speak to the encouragement of our children's individual abilities and interests, as well as their emotional success. His presentation was not only informative but highly entertaining. I give him an A++!” Elizabeth Klingler, parent
8-Mental preparation for Ironman racing. Duane Franks Training Team. San Francisco.
“I want to thank you for another wonderful, motivating and inspiring presentation to my Ironman training group. The more time I spend competing and coaching, the more I realize that success in an Ironman comes down to mental preparation. And no one offers triathletes, whether newbies or veterans, as much clear and practical useful information as you.” Duane Franks, Director of Fitness Operations, San Francisco Bay Club; Ironman triathlon coach
MAY
4-Your children are under attack. One-day program for students, faculty, and parents. Avery Coonley School for the Gifted, Chicago.
8-Mental training for triathletes. TRIbe Triathlon, San Jose, CA.
“Thank YOU for coming last night. I can honestly say that you were the best prepared and most entertaining speaker we've had in some time. As a non-profit, it’s a continual challenge to secure guest speakers to present on subjects that are both interesting and relevant to our members. You engage your audience and keep the presentation to a length that doesn't encourage ‘drift off.’ I know that I will be utilizing many of the techniques in your presentation and book to help me with racing and the other upcoming challenge.” Nick Goddard, President
JUNE
4-Mental training for junior-elite fencing. San Francisco Fencing Club.
“Running a workshop for a group of 16 and 17 year olds, keeping them interested the whole time, and even getting them to smile, is no small feat. Jim Taylor managed it nicely, imparting a great deal of information in a clear manner, yet not talking down to his teenage audience. All the kids felt they had new techniques to add to their training and pre-competition preparations.” Katie Snyder, mother of fencer
JULY
10-16-Creating healthy families. Six-day program of lectures, workshops, and one-on-one sessions. Young President's Organization Family University, Western Canada (attendance: 300).
"Dr. Jim Taylor’s involvement at the YPO Vancouver to Banff Family University helped make the education program a huge success. I had first met Jim at the YPO Life and Leadership University in England in 2004, and when I was asked to become the Education Chairman for this event, one of my first thoughts was that Jim would be a great addition to the faculty. His contributions were much valued and appreciated; in addition to his great presentation style, Jim brought a great breadth of subject matter, knowledge and expertise to the University. In fact, because of some last minute changes to the Education program, Jim ended up presenting on a several subjects—parenting, business, and sports. His flexibility and willingness to make these last minute changes were life savers! On top of this all, his interactions with the University attendees during one-on-one sessions were fantastic; many people considered this the highlight of their trip.” Perry Britton, Chair; CEO, Britton Electronic Co.
“Dr. Jim Taylor’s ability to weave stories of sports, family, and business together is not only entertaining but incredibly insightful. Using each as a metaphor for the other, he challenges you to think about your life in unique ways. But rather than feeling like you are attending a lecture, Jim connects with his audience in a warm and personal manner. Most importantly, my group left with tangible take-home ideas and tools that we can implement in our daily lives.” Eugene Chen, CEO, USGI Medical
SEPTEMBER
12-Popular culture and values. One-day program for students, faculty, and parents. Lake Highland Preparatory School, Orlando, FL (attendance: students-1400, parents-450, faculty-110).
“Jim Taylor did an outstanding job with our parents, our coaches, our counselors, and our students at Lake Highland Preparatory School. He connected immediately with all groups and left us all thinking more deeply about our values. For the adults, he challenged us to think through how best to transmit those values to the next generation, given the antithetical popular culture which has taken our young charges under attack. In fact, Jim’s visit inspired us to develop a continuing program of education for our parents on this subject which we are currently undertaking. Jim was great to work with and very responsive to our needs. You won’t regret bringing him to your campus – it will be a day well spent.” Warren Hudson, President
14-Mental training for running. Iguanas Running Club, San Francisco.
”Thanks so much for presenting again to our running club. The presentation was informative, interesting and funny. I didn’t run faster during my 5k on Saturday, but I give my best effort for the day so your presentation helped me get over the disappointment of not meeting my time goal. Thank you!!” Marina Gelman, President, Iguanas Running Club
27-Your children are under attack. Olentangy School District, Columbus, OH ((attendance: 50).
OCTOBER
9-What do kids really need? A back-to-school survival guide for parents on raising happy, resilient, and successful children. Castilleja School, Palo Alto, CA (attendance: 50 parents).
"After listening to Jim Taylor, I completely changed to approach to my children. I had unknowingly been putting pressure on them through both my words and actions. I am so grateful to have heard him speak, and to have been able to apply his ideas so readily in my day-to-day relationships with my three children." Al Davis, President, Parent Education Committee
11-Positive pushing/popular culture. One-day program. Canterbury School, Ft. Myers, FL (attendance: 400 students, 80 faculty, 100 parents).
“Engaging, appropriately paced, interactive, humorous, positive acceptance of answers—even off-the-wall ones—and, most importantly, very effective and not preachy in his message. I loved it and the students did as well.” Kim West, Head of Intermediate School
"As an educator and a parent I highly recommend Dr. Taylor's presentation to any group interested in raising successful children in our hectic world. Dr. Taylor speaks in language that we can all understand. His humor keeps us entertained while helping us learn the steps necessary to ensuring our children's success." Jan Klein, Prevention Specialist, Safe and Drug Free Schools, Lee County School District
12-Popular culture and values. Student presentation. Berkeley Preparatory School, Tampa, FL (attendance: 600 students).
“Dr. Jim Taylor gave a stimulating and informative talk to our Upper Division students and faculty on popular culture and values. He was well received by all and exuded passion and enthusiasm that thoroughly engaged the audience.” Dr. E.C.Smith, Special Assistant to the Headmaster
18-Mental training for marathon runners. Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Team-in Training. San Francisco (attendance: 60).
“We so appreciate Dr. Jim’s contributions to TnT. He’s a busy guy, yet he always finds the time to speak to our athletes. His practical and entertaining approach to the mental side of sports educates and inspires our athletes to reach their goals.” April Powers, Head Coach
“I just wanted to thank you for taking the time to share your words of wisdom with us. Your encouraging advice and insights were so helpful and really helped me on race day (and training too). I appreciate your sharing your insights with us!” Stephanie Cheng, TnT runner
25-Popular culture and values. Student presentation. Peck School, Red Oaks School, Morristown, NJ (attendance: 125 students)
25-Your children are under attack. Parent presentation. Common Ground II, Morristown, NJ (attendance: 140 parents).
NOVEMBER
5-6-Positive pushing/popular culture. Keynote address, seminar, and panel discussion for educators. Tennessee Association of Independent Schools biannual conference, Memphis (attendance: 800 educators).
“Jim Taylor brings a fresh and healthy perspective to guiding our young people through the ever challenging process of growing up in a world that is changing so rapidly that at times real values get lost. His guidance to parents and teachers and all who work with children is honest and real. Dr. Taylor's delivery is as refreshing as his message.” Kathleen G. Rayburn, Head of School, Currey Ingram Academy, Brentwood, TN
7-Positive pushing: How to raise a successful and happy child. Marshall Lane Elementary School, Saratoga, CA (attendance: 100 parents).
"Dr. Jim Taylor talked about issues that our parents are dealing with every day. He was confident, entertaining and very knowledgeable, and all of the parents attending our workshop thought he was great. His use of humor and real life examples really helped us understand the concepts of positive pushing!" Colleen Martell, Chair, Parent Education Nights
14-Your children are under attack. St. Isidore School, Danville, CA.
18-The triathlete's guide to mental training. VeloSwap, San Francisco.
“I’ve been involved in triathlon for nearly 10 years and have seen and heard a ton in that time. But Dr. Jim’s seminar on mental training delivered many new tools to add to my racing arsenal. It was a fun and lively seminar that got me pumped up for the upcoming season. I’m looking forward to incorporating the mental techniques he shared to make me faster and enjoy my racing experience more.” Chad Elmendorf, Marketing Director, Inside Triathlon; two-time Ironman finisher
DECEMBER
7-8-Mental training for skiing. Professional Ski Instructors of America seminar, Boyne Mountain, Michigan.
“As a member of the Education/Certification Committee of PSIA-C, my responsibility is to expose my staff to the latest skiing and teaching techniques. Dr. Jim Taylor provided that to us in spades! Jim developed uniquely valuable presentations, both off- and on-snow, on the mental side of ski instruction that was exactly what we needed. He presented his information in an engaging and interactive style, injecting humor to make it enjoyable as well as educational. Our staff was so impressed with Jim’s work that we are already planning for his future involvement with PSIA.” John Hamaker, Professional Ski Instructors of America-Central Division
“The Education Staff members of Professional Ski Instructors of America-Central experienced Dr. Jim Taylor at his best. His on- and off-snow work with us delightfully exceeded our expectations! Jim’s combination of intimate knowledge of skiing, leading-edge content of the psychology of skiing and ski instruction, and impassioned presentation style makes him a unique and powerful asset for PSIA or any organization—whether sport, business, or educational—that wants to maximize its performance and value.” Mel Brown, Education/Certification Committee PSIA-Central
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