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| Praise for Jim Tosone's speech "Preparing for Your Next Career": "You were wonderful. You demonstrated through personal example how to prepare for one's next career while having fun--both at work and at other things. You inspired many [Regional Learning Forum] participants to think about next careers in a way they never had before. Your enthusiasm, openness, and humor all contributed to conveying the message. ... And your delivery skills are terrific!" Madeline Weiss, Program Director, SIM Mid-Atlantic Regional Leadership Forum & President, Weiss Associates, Inc."Just a note to again express appreciation to you for the extraordinary experience you created for the [Regional Learning Forum] participants. Your stories, delivery, and provocative discussion peaked many individual's interest. A healthy experience for them." - Darwin John, Program Director, SIM Mid-West Regional Leadership Forum.
"Jim you are the master. Thanks again for your stimulating and value
creating sharing. Your presentation created in a buzz with the participants
that continued through our in-depth evaluation of the two days. You have
significant impact on individuals and their consciousness about their futures.
Look forward to next year." - Darwin John, Program Director, SIM New York Metro
Regional Leadership Forum.
"What a thought-provoking and inspirational talk." Bill H. "I [am now] greatly motivated on moving toward my next career..." Chris M. "You provided me with a framework that I have been searching for the past three years." Mary Anne "Thank you for your inspiring talk. I am an aspiring writer and you have given me the spark to start again on what I've set aside for so long." Joy C. "You have a fascinating story and a great delivery in telling it. Your message was thought-provoking, entertaining, and very positive." Steve H. "I found your content to be very helpful in my own work/life balance issues." Andy B. "Your advice will definitely be used and has helped me see avenues for getting started in this pursuit." Sherry T. "Thank you for your time and guidance. You have planted a seed within me and I truly understand my mission and journey." Willie C. "Your presentation was so inspiring. I'm really motivated to move forward on planning my next career." Pat G. "Thank you for your perspective. We are very different, but you were my favorite speaker. You opened my mind to new ways of thinking." Karen C. "I'm going to start working on my [next] career tomorrow. Your talk was just what I needed." Holly "What an enjoyable experience it was listening to you speak, entertain, and share your philosophy with us." Rich C. "I [now] know how to move on with my passion." Yvonne "Very impressive story. I am hoping that I also can emulate your personal initiative for myself." Andy H. "I will get much value from your lessons learned and your perspective on life." Debbie K. "What a wonderful time. You really brought together that whole concept that the RLF has been teaching on balancing career, personal, family and community." Colette S. "I feel motivated to think about my next career and will use your template as a guide." Eileen "Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. It is clear you have a passion for your goals. It was very inspirational." Pat A. "You are a wonderful storyteller. [I] really enjoyed everything you shared." Kevin D. "I'm going to follow up on my waylaid plans, thanks to you." Dave B. "The best presentation so far, very personable, thought-provoking." Robert S. "Amazing, inspiring. Great ideas for improving creativity, broadening perspective on life and work. Your presentation was mesmerizing." Lisa G. "Your experience has been self-affirming and has encouraged me to continue on my path to self-discovery." Unsigned "A real gift." Steve M. "I want so much to find that thing I am passionate about in my life but have been discouraged lately about feeling like I am too late. You changed that today." Barb "...my mind was opened to the possibility of pursuing a passion." Unsigned "Thanks for demonstrating the value of...steady growth towards a life of passion and meaning." Gina L. "Great lecture with detailed information on career development." Unsigned "It was great getting your unique perspective." Scott T. "Thanks for sharing your lessons learned and you life quadrant tool. This caused me to rethink...things." Diane S. "You have given me a lot of thought-provoking material/ideas." Chuck L. "You inspired me to take action today." Victoria "I was so impressed by your ability to pursue your passion and take risks. You're a good role model." Marie M. "Fantastic talk. I found it intriguing and very relevant to a lot of situations I see around me and experience personally." Conor "Your talk was very inspirational and one I will reflect upon. I will be looking for the "I shoulds..." and beginning my next career." John S. "Based on your example and insightful presentation I am committed to planning for my next career. I will start the month by creating the plan so that it can be executed over the next few years." Unsigned "Absolutely fabulous. Entertaining and informative." John H. "[Your talk] opened my eyes to all the possibilities that may exist within my life that I have not been exploring." Bob "I was impressed on how you have used personal outside activities to help strengthen areas of opportunities to improve personal development for your day job." Unsigned "I was blown away. Great insights. I'm going home to start my planning..." Dean "Wow! The best and most enjoyable speaker we've had. Thank you for sharing your journey with us and really making me think." Candy "A life well done." Karen M.
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