Become The Leader The World So Desperately Needs
Bio
Cliff is a native-born Michigander, born and raised in the Thumb Area.
After graduating high school, Cliff pursued his dream of working in the aerospace industry. With his degree in engineering, Cliff moved to California to work for a Fortune 500 company.
It was Anthony Bourdain that inspired Cliff to travel the world. To venture off the well-worn path, to learn more about a culture not from their monuments and museums but from the people.
In 2019, on a return trip to Michigan, Cliff saw that his parents needed help. His dad diagnosed with dementia; his mother nearly blind. After 25 years, he decided to return to home to help them.
After hearing some amazing stories of Michiganders doing some pretty extraordinary things, Cliff launched his Michigan-based podcast to capture these inspiring stories. These business and thought leaders share their stories of passion, perseverance, and service to others.
Over 100 fascinating stories later, Cliff rebranded the podcast to “Ordinary People; Extraordinary Things.”
The show was also picked up Michigan’s largest independent radio station 1320AM WILS out of Lansing. Covering over 10 counties. This allows Cliff’s show to be listened to the younger demographic that prefers podcasts but also the older demographic that prefers the radio.
Abstract
Woven within this impactful and inspirational talk, he shares the key lessons learned from the top 5 interviews from the show. These Michiganders overcame impossible odds, including socioeconomic boundaries, physical and mental disabilities, and racial lines to achieve their vision of success. What lessons can we learn from their stories; how can we learn from their mistakes.
Variations of the presentation could include:
Mindset for Success: Overcome limiting beliefs by examining the stories behind Michigan’s top business and thought leaders. What strategies can we learn from their examples to look past our circumstances to achieve our bigger dreams.
The Stories Behind the Stories: Proud Michiganders can learn the real and inspiring stories behind Michigan’s top tourist destinations and businesses.
What’s In This For You
Woven within this impactful and inspirational talk, he shares:
- What are the Top Lessons Learned
- How can we apply these lessons in our lives
These Michiganders overcame impossible odds, including socioeconomic boundaries, physical and mental disabilities, and racial lines to achieve their vision of success.
Who This Is For
This event can be catered to fit your audience’s needs:
- Students
- Professionals
- Entrepreneurs (Profit or Non-Profit)
- Anyone interested in chasing their dream
- Any proud Michigander who wants to hear the stories behind these great Michigan businesses and tourist destinations
