MICHAEL KERR


THE WORKPLACE ENERGIZER

 



Michael Kerr
is recognized as one of North America’s leading authorities on how to create healthier, less stressful, more creative, and more inspiring workplaces by helping audiences tap into their humour resources. He is also an award-winning international speaker, humorist and the author of five books.
 

       
 

Among Michael’s books, they include You Can’t Be Serious! Putting Humour to Work, and two Canadian bestsellers: What’s So Funny About Alberta? and When Do You Let the Animals Out? His articles have appeared in the Globe and Mail, Calgary Herald, Presentations Magazine, Speaking of Impact, Home Business Report and numerous other publications.
 



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As the “Big Kahuna” of the Humour at Work Institute!, Michael has delivered his captivating keynote presentations and training workshops to more than 1000 audiences from Iran to Honolulu.

Michael’s programs offer relevant, practical ideas delivered with his memorable brand of high-energy, safe humour. His experience as a communications manager—combined with more than ten years of extensive research on humour and inspiring workplaces—has provided Michael with a wealth of ideas and insights to draw upon.
 



PRESENTATION TOPICS >>>

Most Requested & "Signature" Presentation:

YOU CAN’T BE SERIOUS!
Putting Humor To Work

In this dynamic, humor-filled and content packed presentation audiences will not only laugh, they’ll discover how humor can help create a more productive, stress-free and creative work environment. Includes fun giveaways, door prizes and the resource handout "130 Ways to Put Humor to Work."

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YOU CAN’T BE SERIOUS!
How to Add Humor to Any Presentation

Discover dozens of tips on how to massage your funny bone and add the humor ingredient to any business presentation or speaking event in this fun-filled and idea-packed program, as Michael truly does practice what he preaches.

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YOU CAN’T BE SERIOUS!
Leading With Laughter

Targeted specifically for managers or supervisors, this presentation explores how leaders can motivate employees, spark creativity, manage change and reduce stress levels through the use of humor. Includes five "guiding lights" for fostering humor in the workplace and tips on how to manage "unsafe humor."

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INSPIRING WORKPLACES
Creating a Healthy, Happy and Humane Work Environment

Do you want to create the type of working environment where every one wants to work? Michael reminds audiences of five simple, yet fundamental cornerstones that foster productive, supportive, healthy and ultimately inspiring workplaces.

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INSPIRING IDEAS FOR INSPIRING PRESENTATIONS

"Inspiring Ideas for Inspiring Presentations" workshops offer practical tips designed to help any level of speaker improve both their confidence and their speaking skills. This engaging workshop is interactive, informative, and fun. Michael practices what he preaches, so not only do you hear the information, you see it in practice, which is why many of Michael's clients have described this workshop as "the best workshop they have ever attended on any topic."
 



WHEN DO YOU LET THE ANIMALS OUT?
A Hilarious Welcome to the Rockies

Based on the best-selling book, When Do You Let the Animals Out?, this presentation welcomes conferences to the Canadian Rockies and reveals the wackier side of our beloved mountains. Ideal as a conference opener, luncheon talk, after dinner presentation or spousal program. (Also available in a "Welcome to Canada" version).

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WHAT A GREAT IDEA!
Sparking Creativity in the Workplace

Looking for inspiration? This high energy keynote looks at ways to tap into your employees’ creative potential and includes practical tips on how to foster a more innovative working environment.

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SPEAKING OF SPEAKING
Presentation Skills Training

It’s not just what you say, it’s how you say it that counts. "Simply the best presentation skills workshop I’ve ever taken" is often the feedback received from participants who discover dozens of practical tips on how to improve their speaking skills in this engaging, content packed and fun training program.

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CLIENT COMMENTS >>>

"Michael Kerr was amazing! Not only was he thoroughly entertaining but he also delivered a valuable, pertinent message at the same time. His delivery was great. It was well received by the audience. I would confidently recommend Michael to anyone looking for a motivational speaker. Great job!"
Bell Canada
 



"A heartfelt thank you for helping to make the National Wholesale Conference an event to remember. Your keynote was exactly what we were looking for to kick things off - high energy, packed with great ideas, and laugh out loud funny. The feedback from the Store managers was incredible, and you left everyone with positive energy to take back to the workplace."
Loblaw Companies Limited
 



"You had our delegates on the edge of their seats with your anecdotes."
Canadian Registered Safety Professionals
 



"You were absolutely sensational yesterday! Magical! Inspiring! Outrageous! Mesmerizing! I only heard the absolute best comments about you...WOW! Thank you for ending our year in such a phenomenal way!"
Canadian Association of Professional Speakers
 



"The delegates were truly entertained, educated and enlivened by your presentation. The fact that we could acquire someone of such high calibre as yourself was a true bonus!"
Toastmasters International
 



"To anyone looking for a humourous 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!"
Canadian Association of Pharmacy Technicians
 



"I have never heard so many compliments for this type of session. Michael presents valuable, pertinent and USEFUL information in a manner that is highly effective."
Sustainable Resources Development
 



"As our opening speaker, your contribution was considerable. Your presentation was delivered with humor, passion, commitment and tremendous energy. You truly inspired participants and energized our workplace."
Public Works and Government Services Canada
 



"Michael Kerr is awesome! I obtained enough electricity to shock my hospital into shape."
Capital Health Region, Los Angeles
 



"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!"
Human Resources Management Association of Manitoba
 



"Your workshop was full of energy, creatively presented and jam packed with worthwhile advice. You have a unique ability to inspire confidence and foster significant improvements in people. Your fantastic sense of humour also had us laughing and made the day most enjoyable."
Parks Canada
 



"This was the best luncheon talk I've seen in 42 years of Rotary meetings!"
Banff Rotary
 



"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."
Conference Chair, Canadian Petroleum Tax Society
 



"Your presentation was the perfect end to our conference! You sent people away with a humour tool kit they can use in their offices. Feedback from delegates included: ‘awesome!,’ ‘terrific closer,’ and ‘we need more of this!"
Peel Mutual Insurance Company
 



"I thought Michael did an excellent job of demonstrating how humour can influence a positive attitude, relieve stress, build stronger teams, spark creativity and improve morale."
Allstate Canada Group
 



"We made the right decision. Michael’s talk was both enlightening and entertaining. Michael delivered everything we hoped for and more. 83% of our delegates rated him as excellent, the other 17% as good. How many speakers earn ratings like this? I recommend Michael without reservation, he will NOT disappoint."
Independent Community Bankers of America
 



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