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Rick Saldan is an excellent inspirational speaker who tailored the seminar to the needs of the individual students being instructed. This office thanks the Mayors Office of Information Services for having such a vendor.

 

Timothy K. Lynch

Office of Fleet Management

City of Philadelphia

 


 

Rick has a magical approach that provides a clear and concise message specifically designed to the needs of his audience. Rick will provide all the motivational magic you will ever need, propelling your organization to the next level of greater success.

 

Thomas Mulhern

Frontier Communications

 


 

Rick Saldan is a compelling and absorbing motivational speaker and magician.  I have been to five of his Motivational Magic presentations and it is amazing how he keeps our college audiences on the edge of their seats. A highly entertaining performer with great comedy flair. Rich content to increase students' productivity, peak performance and motivation. If you need an outstanding motivational speaker for colleges, Rick is definitely one of the world's greatest speakers and magicians!


Dr. Rob Gilbert, Sport Psychologist,

Montclair State University

 


 

Rick Saldan has the wit, wisdom and sorcery of a wizard. He has a dynamic personality, and all will enjoy his captivating stories, comedy and magic!

Dennis Slaughter
Credit Suisse First Boston

 


 

Rick Saldan delivers a first-class show! A pro in every sense of the word. Funny, unique, entertaining and polished.

Brian Letscher, Actor

Hawaii Five-O, NCIS, Cold Case, Law & Order and The Mentalist.

 


 

Rick Saldan is a wonderful combination of master magician, comic improviser and first class speaker. The audience loved his program, which was music to our ears. If you love celebrity motivational speakers such as Tom Hopkins, Dale Carnegie and Zig Ziglar, then you'll love Rick!

Dottie Burman, President
Burtley Productions, Inc.

 


Rick Saldan is an incredibly talented performer and motivational speaker with great insight. He shares many powerful motivational messages that will enhance your life for the better!

Jack Murray, President
Dream Illusions

 


Rick is one of the best inspirational speakers on the scene today. Funny, fun loving and highly energetic. If you want to make your next event into an extraordinary one, then invite professional speaker  Rick Saldan and his amazing  Motivational Magic.

 

Andres Lara, President

Inspiration Times Magazine

 

 
Category - Train the Trainer

Course 4 - Using Activities to Make Training Fun

 

Summary: Most people have been at a party or some other social occasion where someone has told an inappropriate joke and ruined the mood (at least temporarily). Likewise, we've all been somewhere where the class clown is able to lighten the mood and help people have fun.

 

The good news is that humor can help you make your training sessions just as engaging as those fun social occasions. Even better, you don't need to be the class clown or an award-winning comedian to do it. This one-day workshop will help you identify what kind of humor you can bring to the classroom, and how games can help you engage your participants.

 

At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

o       Understand how training can include the use of humor and games

o       Use different types of games

o       Identify methods to elicit participant buy-in

o       Use humor principles in adult learning

o       Troubleshoot when games go badly

o       Develop their own games

 

Course Overview

You will spend the first part of the day getting to know participants and discussing what will take place during the workshop. Students will also have an opportunity to identify their personal learning objectives.

 

Let's Have Some Fun!

We will begin the day with a brief review of the learning cycle and adult learning principles. We will also discuss the value of games in training. Participants will then have an opportunity to share their favorite training game.

 

Getting Everyone on Board

During this session, we will discuss three things that can help participants see the value of training games. We will also discuss some great game experiences and some games that flopped, and what we can take away from these lessons.

 

Choosing the Right Game

Preparation is key to the success of any trainer. This session will discuss some different types of games and activities. We'll also talk about how to deal with reluctant participants.

 

When Games Go Badly

Despite our best intentions and planning, sometimes a game won't work. We will discuss how to anticipate, avoid, and deal with problems.

 

Using Humor in Training

It's not hard to be funny; just be CREATIF! We will explore each letter of this acronym during this session.

 

Wavy Lines

To break the day up and illustrate some of our key points, participants will take part in a quick, fun energizer.

 

Quick and Easy Games

Participants will take part in three easy games that can be adapted for many situations. Then, they will discuss the games from a trainer's perspective.

 

Creating a Game

To wrap up the day, participants will work in small groups to create their own game.

 

Workshop Wrap-Up

At the end of the day, students will have an opportunity to ask questions and fill out an action plan.

 

 

 

Hire Rick Saldan's Motivational Magic to Energize Your Conference or Special Event!

Rick says, With perseverance, drive,

and vision, you can achieve what once seemed impossible. I encourage you to strive toward

your vision for a new future -- one that

energizes your gifts, your passions and your untapped hidden potential!

Rick's ideas, messages, strategies, and first-hand stories of overcoming adversity against all the odds will inspire your people. They become enthused, excited, and committed to take massive action that impacts your bottom line. Your return on investment is powerful.

 

Rick is a unique motivational

speaker and  seminar leader that combines comedy, theatrical illusions and extensive audience interaction with inspirational presentations. He creates a powerful

and enjoyable  learning experience,

guaranteeing to make your conference or

special event an outstanding success!

 

Contact Rick Today!

 

 
     
       

Some of Rick's Motivational Milestones:

       

Earned the Triple Crown Award with Toastmasters International in January, 2018.

 

Served as Director Area E-51,

District 38, 2017-18

 

       

 

Earned the Advanced Communicator Gold with Toastmasters International in January, 2018.

 

       

 

Graduated from the Dale Carnegie Sales Course Instructor program and the Dale Carnegie Basic Instructor Course in August, 2002.

 

   

 

 

 

Earned the Certified Speaking Professional designation with the National Speakers Association in July, 2001.

 

   

 

 

 

Graduated from the Accelerated Freefall Course and became a licensed parachutist and skydiver in August, 1998.

 

   

 

 

 

Earned the Microsoft Certified Professional designation in July, 1997.

 

   

 

 

 

Graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island and earned the title of United States Marine in May, 1992.

 

       
       
       

Some of Rick's Delighted Clients:

 

     
   
 
       
       
 

We brought Rick in to be our speaker for our annual conference program for all of our regional sales managers throughout the country. This is a hard-nosed group who have seen it all, yet Rick engaged them with finesse. He challenged them and inspired them. Rick is an exceptionally talented individual who I highly recommend.

 

John Erard, Director of Sales & Marketing

Lord, Abbett & Co. Investment Managers

 
       
       
       
 

Rick has a magical approach that provides a clear and concise message specifically designed to the needs of his audience. Rick will provide all the motivational magic you will ever need, propelling your organization to the next level of greater success.

 

Thomas Mulhern

Frontier Communications

 
       
       
       

 

We were delighted with the training and instruction provided by Rick Saldan on a variety of courses and seminars. He has proven himself to be a very capable instructor, who adapts quickly to challenging situations. He interacted very effectively with our civilian and military personnel. Looking forward to his upcoming sessions.

 

Michael McGregor,

Naval Surface Warfare Center

 
       
       
       

 

We hired Rick to provide two completely different presentations to our sales force and our customer service teams. Both events were lively, dynamic and exciting. We loved how he combined stage magic with his unique insights in both of these specialties. We were all very impressed with his highly creative programs. We loved his passion and enthusiasm as a business speaker. Still trying to figure out how he knew where we hid his paycheck. Totally impossible. More impressive than when Kreskin did that!

Richard Rediker, Founder
Rediker Software

 
       
       
       

Rick's presentation is thoroughly inspiring, entertaining and wonderful!

Elizabeth O'Keeffe
Random House Publishing

 
       
       
       

 

You can rely on Rick Saldan for any project you get him involved in. Rick will delight your customers, and deliver beyond your expectations. An organization who chooses to bring Rick on board will be lucky to have him, and more successful for having made the decision.

 

Fred Walker,

Dale Carnegie Lead Instructor

 
       
       
       

 

Rick Saldan is an excellent inspirational speaker who tailored the seminar to the needs of the individual students being instructed. This office thanks the Mayors Office of Information Services for having such a vendor.

Timothy K. Lynch
Office of Fleet Management
City of Philadelphia

 
       
       
       
 

Thank you for your awesome presentation. I know that all of my teams loved the program. I love your message and your delivery. I hope that you can spread even more magic throughout the world!

Gene McNaughton
Vice President of Sales
Tony Robbins & Associates

 
       
       
       
 

Rick Saldan has the wit, wisdom and sorcery of a wizard. He has a dynamic personality, and all will enjoy his captivating stories, comedy and magic!

Dennis Slaughter
Credit Suisse First Boston

 
       
       
       

 

Rick, this letter comes to you with thanks from Prime Bank and all the employees who participated in the training sessions held in our bank and conducted by you. Everyone in attendance has stated what a thorough and enjoyable learning course it was.

Michael J. Sexton,
Vice President/Controller
Prime Bank

 
   

 

 
   

 

 
   

 

 

 

Your training was enjoyable, informative and very useful in helping us to solve some of the day-to-day challenges we encounter at Stockard Shipping. You were very concerned about meeting our particular needs, and tailored your instruction to cover those specific goals that we have had in our office routine. Looking forward to working with you in the future!

Frank Signorello
Vice President, Sales
Stockard Shipping & Terminal Corporation
 

 
       
       
       

 

You tailored each class to fit the varying needs of the students but also managed to cover topics in your class plan. You maintained your composure and sense of humor in the face of numerous questions and demands.

Patricia J. Kosek
The Glenmede Trust Company

 
   

 

 
   

 

 
   

 

 

 

I personally commend Mr. Rick Saldan as he has served to be an outstanding, dedicated and loyal individual and a definite asset to our organization and our community.

Larry Kovnat
Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce

 
       
       
       
 

Rick has given of his time, energy and talents to all kinds; from the needy elderly to convicts, from terminally ill patients to runaways. He has strengthened and edified the lives of many.


Captain Ross Schwalm,

United States Marine Corps

 
       
       
       

 

The oohs and ahhs could be heard for miles as magician and motivational speaker Rick Saldan taught students at the Clarence B. Lamb School how to be possibility thinkers.

Dana Forde
The New Egypt Press

 
       

 

 

 
     
   

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