What College Students and Faculty are saying...
"I
would recommend every athletic team schedule Mark to speak with their student-athletes.
His message about preparing properly every day, work ethic, teamwork, energy,
passion, and trust will hit home with every athlete. Mark is one of the finest
motivational speakers in the country, and truly an American hero.""
Ritch Price, Head Baseball Coach
University of Kansas
9-times selected Conference Coach-of-the-Year
21 players in professional baseball
"I
highly recommend Mark Johnson. He has the unique ability to channel his excitement,
enthusiasm, and vast experience into thrilling, motivational, and inspirational
speeches. He is highly sought out, establishes instant rapport with his audience,
and I know you will be as impressed with him as I am."
Dr.
Tom W. Bryant, President
Pittsburg State University
"One
of America's very best motivational speakers...I think THE BEST! In all my years
I have never heard anyone more passionate, credible. His charisma captivates any
audience."
Donald W. Wilson, Ph.D.
Senior Executive Advisor
to the Chairman of the Board
Shinawatra International University
Bangkok,
Thailand
"Your
enthusiasm is inspiring and motivating. I've been struggling with how to define
my leadership abilities, after listening to your presentation I realized that
I am able to motivate people and I care! Its that simple. I have a new sense of
confidence and excitement. Thank you."
Virginia Sutton
Blueprints
Leadership conference, Lawrence
"His
enthusiasm is inspiring and motivating. I was struggling with how to define my
leadership abilities, but after attending his presentation...I have a NEW SENSE
OF CONFIDENCE AND EXCITEMENT!...I AM able to MOTIVATE and LEAD People!"
Therry Eparwa, Student President
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
University of Kansas
"Mark
Johnson truly provides a "spark" to any program with his effective presentation
and compelling, first-hand experiences of leadership in the most challenging of
circumstances. He is a great patriot, with a heart for young people and a passion
for excellence. His message is a vital one for youth, business, and community
leaders."
Dr. Ron Wilson, Director
Huck Boyd National Institute
for Rural Development
Kansas State University
"All
my professional life I have looked for ways to better understand effective management
and leadership. I have read many books, listened to many speakers, and have memorized
many definitions over the years. But, the answer to the question, "How does one
execute leadership and, how can I teach leadership to others" eluded me. Then
I heard Mark Johnson speak and read his book "How to Get Anyone to Follow You
Anywhere." The answers to my questions were there in a few short chapters. The
easiest to read and understand text on leadership I have ever seen. In a few short
chapters he outlines six critical elements of leadership that are clear and easy
to understand. I have incorporated his book into my lectures. Mark Johnson is
someone who successfully motivated people to be brave and follow him into some
incredible places. How he did it is transferable knowledge and I recommend his
book to all who find themselves leaders of people."
John Dew,
President (retired), Inn Ventures, Inc.
Instructor, Washington State University
"Mark
Johnson symbolizes what leadership is all about. His self-confidence and pride
in being a leader shine through when he talks. People listen because he delivers
his message emphatically, excitedly and with sincere fervor and genuine concern.""
Colonel Roger H.C. Donlon
United States Army (Retired)
Medal
of Honor
"Mark
Johnson is unbelievable. He's a great motivator with a wonderful humor. He thrilled
our team with his incredible adventures and gave us the confidence to excel no
matter how hard. His emphasis on the importance of preparation, which saved his
own life in combat, touched a nerve in all of us and led to our working even harder
than before and increasing our personal goals. He is, without doubt, the most
motivating person I have met."
Leo Bookman, Nike International
3-Time NCAA Division I Champion, 200 meter dash
Nationally-ranked Sprinter
"Today's
society searches for the voice of a genuine leader. In Mark, I've found the qualities
we long for. In the toughest of situations Mark remained steadfast and persistent.
He is a strong pillar of character who's lifestyle echo's his message of always
'doing the hard right over the easy wrong thing'. A true American hero, Mark has
served as an inspiration to myself and my teammates."
Ryan
Baty, NCAA All-American baseball player
All- Big XII
Tampa Bay Devil Rays
"Mark
Johnson is the epitome of leadership! His passion is unbelievable and so inspiring.
Words cannot express enough how much I rely on his mentorship. I met Colonel Johnson
while attending community college as a student-athlete and he has been mentoring
me since. He is not only a great leader and outstanding speaker - he is driven,
inspirational, motivational, and genuine. Mark doesn't just speak the words of
leadership and excellence - he lives them! As a mentor, he supports me, teaches
and motivates me every time we communicate. Just a little note from him gets me
all fired up again. Some good "Mark Motivation" always does me a world of good.
He has touched my life the way he has thousands of others. Mark Johnson is the
real deal!"
Marci Mitchell, Nashville, TN
Fort Scott Community
College volleyball player
Pittsburg State University
"The Marci Mitchell
Band"
www.marcimitchell.com
"Mark
shook the rafters with his enthusiasm and message. Mark shared his talents detailing
his life altering leadership experiences. His style was engaging and attention
grabbing. His energy and message was so strong that if any of our participants
weren't patriotic before Mark made his presentation, they were at the top of the
list of patriots by the program's conclusion. Outstanding! A true Green Beret
hero!"
Jack Lindquist, President
Kansas Agriculture and
Rural Leadership, Inc.
Kanas State University
"Mark Johnson
had a powerful impact on helping me establish my priorities. He opened
my eyes to the importance of being "Prepared", surrounding myself with
"Quality People", and finding what "Motivates" me to become better and
better every day. His statement, "Be better today than you were yesterday.",
has challenged me to step up to the plate in my own professional integrity
and development. Too often I've "settled", when I should be "getting
better". It was a privilege to have Mark on the campus of Independence
Community College. He wasn't just a speaker who came to campus for a
one time training, he is now a friend that I will be turning to in my
professional development for the next several years. Being able to learn
from his heroism and leadership is a once in a lifetime opportunity."
Darla Harms, Director, Developmental Studies
Independence (KS) Community College
"Mark Johnson
has been an amazing source of power and inspiration for Labette Community
College. Each fall, he has provided a spark in our students to set and
achieve goals for themselves. We hope to continue this relationship
as it has empowered our students to be successful each year. He also
is very active with our Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, providing its
leadership with vision and inspiration and he has been largely responsible
for its growing numbers and success."
Tammy Fuentez, Director
Student Services, Labette Community College
"It was such
a pleasure for us to have the opportunity to meet you and share time
with you. Your message was one of inspiration and motivation and I thank
you for the words of wisdom and gentle reminders that you shared with
us. The faculty greatly benefited from hearing your message. Educators
need to be reminded often that they are important and that they are
in the life changing business! We look forward to having you become
a regular fixture on our campus."
Sheree Utash, Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs
Cowley College, Arkansas City, KS
"Mark is a wonderful inspiration. Listening to him speak has created sources of motivation for so many different aspects of my life, be it in the workplace, the classroom, athletically, or in my relationships and interactions with other people. Mark's inspiration and passion for life shine through in his presentations; he will convince anybody that they can accomplish anything."
Megan Ballock, Pittsburg State University
4-time All-State performer, Track & Field
2006 High School Valedictorian
Perfect 4.000 student-athlete
"Thank you
for giving such a motivating and invigorating speech. It truly was a
great honor to be in the presence of such a phenomenal leader. You have
certainly left your mark among us officers as well as all members. We
cannot thank you enough!"
Officers of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars
University of Kansas