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When faced with challenges, do you often seek someone else to blame?

Watch Michael’s TEDx Talk today to learn why this instinct is counterproductive. In this video, Michael highlights three effective habits of self-accountability that will empower you and others to make positive change — whether at home or at work.

Michael knocked it out of the park with his meaningful and impactful content combined with a powerful delivery. His message is as important today as The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People was in its time.

~ Debbie Wershler
President, BOWEN Group

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"Michael has earned the reputation as one of MacKay CEO Forums’ highest rated and most sought after speakers for his thought-provoking content and engaging delivery. I highly recommend Michael as a speaker."

"Michael's Inspiring Accountability presentation resonated with our Board and the Senior Management teams of our diverse group of companies so much that we are bringing him back to share his message with the next level of leaders."

"As a MacKay CEO Forum chair and as a professional speaker myself, my expectations of speakers are high. Michael was simply awesome."

"Michael delivered a powerful message and provided practical examples as to why people and purpose must come first to build a winning and lasting enterprise. The feedback from our members was very positive. I strongly recommend Michael."

"Michael’s keynote was the highlight of the conference. The information was a big eye opener. Michael’s delivery is energizing, entertaining, and really made a lasting, positive impression."

"Powerful. So much information. Glad I came, I learned so much and want to share it!"

"Michael is the kind of seasoned speaker who captures your attention but remains genuine and approachable at the same time."

"Michael Timms spoke to my CEO Forum and did a fabulous job. The content was eye opening and the presentation was engaging. I highly recommend him to your group."

"Attending Michael’s presentation provided me hope that this process can be accomplished. I now have some practical knowledge, resources and framework for the application of a successful succession plan."

"Michael Timms' presentations to my CEO groups on leadership development were outstanding….and exceeded our expectations! Participants came away with expanded thinking and great practical insights. The members felt he was one of the best speakers we have ever had."

"The content was very clear and well-presented. Some of the content was unexpected but it resonated with me. The solutions to the "common problems" were practical and relatively easy to implement. Thank you - very helpful!"

"This was the BEST webinar I have attended. Michael did a great job and the information was solid! I can't wait to sit and chat with my boss on my ideas derived from this webinar."

"I recently participated in your webinar titled “How to Build a World Class Leadership & Career Development Program” and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I thought your presentation style was very engaging and everything you shared seems to really make sense when looking at applying it to the real world."

"The feedback from the group was more than positive and they all agreed that it would be great to get you back again - for the 3rd time! Clearly, you are their favorite guest speaker."

"Michael was the perfect speaker to start The Confident Entrepreneur Show. His passion surrounding accountability and the impact it can make on our lives, businesses and organizations definitely moves mountains. His message is simple, powerful and left our audience definitely wanting more!"

"I received comments from my group such as “very engaging”, “so relevant”, “clear and powerful.” Michael is a first rate speaker."