Steve Gilliland

Steve Gilliland is one of the most in-demand and top rated speakers in North America. He has entertained, educated and inspired audiences all over the world since 1999. Recognized by his peers as a master storyteller and brilliant comedian, his appeal transcends barriers of age, culture and occupation. Steve's interactive and entertaining style helps audiences connect and relate as he shows them how to open doors to success in their careers, their relationships and their lives. He influences millions through his keynote speeches, books, CDs and DVDs every year.

In addition to his brilliant speaking career, Steve is an accomplished author, which is evidenced by his bestselling book Enjoy The Ride, being on the publisher's bestselling top 10 list for three consecutive years. His thought-provoking writing style makes his articles a favorite with nationally prominent magazines. Speaking the language of active business leaders, his books and CDs identify practical lessons that grow people and their businesses.

Steve built a multimillion-dollar company from the ground up on the same philosophy he expounds to his audiences. If you continually learn more about your company, your industry, your customer and yourself, you will always be a leader. You will be purpose-driven rather than process-driven, and you will make a difference. His motto is straightforward: "If you take care of people, the business will follow." Implementing this principle, he has helped people grow their businesses and expand their lives by teaching them to rethink their work, their relationships and themselves. He was recognized by Who's Who for Speakers and Business Professionals, and his company was acknowledged by the Pittsburgh Business Times as one of the fastest growing privately held companies in the region.

Everyone who hears his message leaves with a renewed sense of enthusiasm for who they are and for what really matters.

• 1. Making A Difference™

  Steve Gilliland, CSP who showed us how to Enjoy The Ride™ now uncovers a lifetime of motivation and reveals how to Make A Difference. He will expound on the greatest motivators of all – purpose, passion and pride. Steve will explore how you can rise to your calling of changing people's lives and making a difference. You will discover new approaches to accomplish your goals and exceed expectations. You will learn the secrets to conquer your doubts, inadequacies, and fears. This keynote speech is brilliantly creative, exceptionally humorous, and absolutely unforgettable. Just like before, long after Steve's final words are spoken, the audience will be buzzing with excitement and talking about what they heard.

• 2. Maximizing Your Potential

  In his down-to-earth, humorous style, Steve Gilliland shares fresh perspectives and practical strategies to help people and organizations improve their performance and create their own compelling future. This keynote speech takes you beyond doing well to experiencing your best. Steve gives you personal antidotes and useful tools to meet and defeat the challenges in your life and what it takes to perform better and more consistently. If you think you've arrived, or this year's goals are too challenging, this presentation will rewire your passion and break the barriers of fabricated fears and inhibitions. Maximizing Your Potential will reveal your hidden abilities and unlock all the doors. Isn't it time for you to unleash your potential?

• 6. Enjoy The Ride...The Journey Continues

  Just like the sequel to any great movie, Steve Gilliland's sequel to his signature keynote Enjoy The Ride is much anticipated. He returns with a message that continues the journey and helps attendees face the "detours of life" with a realistic approach. Steve doesn't offer the option of sitting in the passenger seat whining and complaining. This humorous and heartfelt message confirms that success does not come from self-motivating disguises and it is not something you acquire or achieve - it is a life long journey. Enjoy The Ride...The Journey Continues will help people live a life of lasting impact, accept life on life's terms and dream one size bigger. Just like the original, fasten your seat belt and hang on as the journey continues!

• 5. Discovering the Magic and Power of WE

  Building and maintaining a successful team is no simple task. Even people who have taken their teams to the highest level have difficulty recreating what accounted for their success. Is it a strong work ethic? Is it chemistry? Steve Gilliland, CSP, shares the vital principles of team building that are necessary for the success of your business or organization. In his practical, down-to-earth style, Steve will help you discover why some teams skyrocket toward realizing their vision while others seem to go nowhere. This is not your typical talk on teamwork! This one-of-a-kind keynote is fun, fast-paced and served with a healthy dose of Steve's unique brand of humor. It's time to die to "I," push aside "me" and begin Discovering the Magic and Power of WE!

• 4. What To Say When You Talk To Yourself

  Hilarious and empowering, What to Say When You Talk to Yourself is the most unique keynote of its kind. Steve Gilliland, CSP, motivates and gives attendees the insight needed to capitalize on their own mental resources to create permanent changes in their lives. He shows how challenges make us stronger and how the mental battles we face every day either make us or break us. When printed in your meeting brochure, the title alone evokes a tremendous amount of enthusiasm and discussion. Through real-life experiences and heartfelt stories, Steve reveals three secrets to deal with the stresses that every workplace offers. This entertaining and highly informative keynote will optimize your outlook, focus your plans and keep you on top and in touch.

• 3. Enjoy the Ride

  If you're tired of hearing the same old topics rehashed over and over again, Enjoy The Ride is the perfect keynote for your next conference or meeting. Through sidesplitting humor and reality-tested techniques, Steve Gilliland, CSP, reveals the way to face conflicting demands in an unforgiving business environment that keeps getting tougher. From the beginning when he shows people how to reignite their passion, to the end with his compelling challenge to "never lose your focus," he releases an "explosion of enthusiasm" that is absolutely contagious. It is simple, clear and easy to grasp - yet profound! Fasten your seatbelt and hold on as one of America's most entertaining keynote speakers shows you how to Enjoy The Ride!

• I thoroughly enjoyed Steve's presentation and found it to be timely and personal. In my career, I've attended numerous leadership seminars and training sessions, Today's session was one of the best I've attended.
  Bank of America
• Your enthusiastic participation and successful presentation of 'Creating Your Edge' made the meeting a huge success. The staff came to work the following day with rejuvenated energy ready to face everyday life changes with a totally different attitude.
  CSRA Federal Credit Union
• ...you clocked a 5.0 on a scale of 1 to 5!...What you do matters to people...That's all anyone will remember when we're pushing up posies.
  Georgia Credit Union Affiliates
• You are Great...Wonderful...Awesome...Inspirational...Fantastic...Absolutely TERRIFIC...! Those are some pretty tough shoes for us to fill in the future!
  North Dakota Long Term Care Association
• Your passion and enthusiasm is exceptional and came through as you connected with our audience. We received a terrific response from our broker owners and office managers, as was evidenced by the standing ovation you received on your conclusion.
  RE/MAX of Western Canada
  Annual Broker Owner/Manager's Retreat
• The passion you have in conveying a positive message in such a humble manner was felt throughout the audience...Your personal passion is transparent and deeply rooted, as evidenced by the standing ovation you received and the long lines of people who personally thanked you afterwards.
  Re/Max of Western Canada
  Annual Conference

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  March 2008

  A License To Chill: Nuggets of Truth to Encourage the Heart

  This delightful book contains simple nuggets of truth that provide a source of inspiration, motivation and encouragement. A License to Chill is a "must-have" resource for anyone who desires to develop an optimistic approach toward life. Read this book, and you will learn that successful people take the bumps in the road and climb on them to reach the top. This book helps you to live through the disappointments and keep on going. It will impact you in a very positive way.

  
  
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  December 2007

  Mum's the Word: A Mother's Lesson in Leadership

  Through engaging stories and detailed experiences stretching over more than twenty years, Steve Gilliland reveals eight life-changing lessons. Each thought provoking chapter highlights a unique leadership lesson gleaned from Steve's own leadership experiences and the influence of a Christian-principled mother.

  
  
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  November 2005

  Enjoy The Ride

  Enjoy the Ride is based on the simple premise that true success is not a thing you acquire or achieve. Rather, it is a journey you take your whole life long. Gilliland enables readers to identify their dreams and puts genuine success within their reach. With humour and wisdom, Gilliland brings forth a book that truly motivates a reader to make changes and believe in the power of positive thinking.