Michael Kerr - CSP, Create Inspiring Workplaces by Putting Humour to Work
Michael Kerr is one of Canada’s most in-demand motivational speakers – combining safe, outrageous humor with relevant, practical workplace ideas. Michael is an award-winning Certified Speaking Professional, the author of six books and a member of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers’ Hall of Fame. As the president of Humor at Work, Michael helps organizations become more successful by using humor in the workplace to manage stress, boost morale, inspire creativity, improve relationships and teamwork, enhance workplace communication and improve customer service. Michael also talks about the importance of creating truly inspiring workplaces where a positive attitude and a sense of humor are the end result, so Michael talks about those things organizations, leaders and teams need to do to be successful.
As a recovering senior manager, Michael has extensive first-hand experience dealing with the challenges and stresses of the workplace. So his programs are known not just for their great, clean humour, but for their inspiring ideas and relevant content that helps teams move to the next level.
What people are saying...
"We were drowning in tears of laughter — Michael is a very dynamic and upbeat speaker. His presentation was an excellent way to end our conference."
–Industry Canada
"Your name and topic brought a record crowd to our dinner meeting. Your presentation not only provided us with an opportunity to laugh, but also with a chance to look at how we can use humor to make our workplaces truly exciting and fun places to be!"
–Profesional Development Chair, Human Resources Management Association of Manitoba
"We were in stitches laughing so hard during our Meeting Planners International meeting. Michael is very entertaining and humorous, which held our attention while teaching us valuable information."
–Sales Manager, Rimrock Hotel
"We could not have chosen a better speaker for the engagement. I would highly recommend Michael for any speaking event."
–Bell Canada
"Michael's presentation was upbeat, action packed and very funny. One of our best speakers ever. I can certainly recommend Michael Kerr as a speaker who is very dynamic and who will add humor to your event."
–Saskatchewan Credit Union Managers Association
"To anyone looking for a humorous and educational speaker — Mike was outstanding. Not only was he very funny and entertaining, there was a lot to learn about humour in the workplace. We will see him again... no question about it!"
–Chairperson, Canadian Association of Pharmacy Technicians
"Mike, I requested a presentation with a good amount of humour in it, and that is exactly what you delivered. Your presentation was a breath of fresh air."
–Manager, Compensation Services, Public Works Government Services Canada
"Your presentation was energetic, entertaining, enlightening and enjoyable! I laughed so much my face got tired!"
–United Nurses of Alberta
"Our delegates were taken by surprise by you — your appearance broke the mold. Your energy and area-specific humour relieved the tension of information overload!"
–Canadian Energy Research Institute
"Your talk was a HUGE success, I have received many compliments on my choice of keynote speaker. Your topic was an excellent compliment to the more technical nature of the conference, and was both entertaining and thought provoking."
–Canadian Petroleum Tax Society
"After hearing you keynote and seeing the reaction of participants, our president felt it was important for you to come and speak to our head office and address all of our employees — you really hit the mark!"
–CUMIS
Programs
PUTTING HUMOUR TO WORK
A perfect opener, closer or break from the norm! High energy, lots of clean humour and great ideas with a powerful message. Messages include: Why humour in the workplace is no joke; practicing safe, healthy workplace humour; three R’s of humour and stress management; why Ha + ha = AHA!; communicating more effectively with humour; serving your customers OR your colleagues with a laugh; motivating the troops with laughter.
INSPIRING WORKPLACES: Creating the kind of workplaces where everyone want to work
What are the six ingredients needed to create a healthy, positive, successful workplace? The importance of defining an inspiring vision; valuing workplace values and why action really does speak louder than words; it’s not just what you say but HOW you say it; creating a culture of creativity and innovation; three powerful principles of keeping employees engaged and motivated; the importance of creating a culture that celebrates success and has fun!
INSPIRING LEADERSHIP: Keeping employees engaged during the good, the bad and even the ugly times!
Geared only for leaders interested in truly transforming their workplace culture.
This workshop or keynote explores the difference between being a manager and a truly inspiring leader; the links between leadership and workplace success; how leaders can create the kind of workplace culture that attracts and keeps great employees; and how to keep employees engaged, challenged and motivated.
PUTTING CREATIVITY TO WORK: How to get more ideas and better ideas!
Simply put: it’s about creating a team or workplace culture designed to get more ideas and better ideas for great success at whatever it is you do. Creating a culture of questions; the links between communication and creativity; brainstorming techniques with a twist; eliminating idea-squashing attitudes and behaviours; and the links between motivation, fun and creativity.
INSPIRING IDEAS FOR INSPIRING PRESENTATIONS
Michael’s presentation skill workshops receive rave reviews for their practical ideas and unique approach to public speaking. Many attendees who have taken this workshop rate it as the best workshop they have ever attended. If you are looking for a different approach and style to the same old public speaking workshops, this workshop is a must!
WHEN DO YOU LET THE ANIMALS OUT? A hilarious welcome to the Canadian Rockies
Based on the WILDLY best-selling book, When Do You Let the Animals Out?, Michael welcomes audiences to Calgary and the Canadian Rockies with this unique, high energy and humorous look at Canada and the Rockies based on his experience working as a park ranger.
