(Download Rick’s Biography) Richard Highsmith, Regional Vice President
407-694-9142, 1-800-872-7830 x102 Rick Highsmith is a Regional Vice President for The Leader’s Institute® and has been a speaker and trainer since 1980. His educational background and experience give him credibility when he presents, but his wit and enthusiasm are what have made him a sought-after speaker for many years.
Rick built two successful businesses, in two different industries, from the ground up and eventually sold each of these business. His years as an entrepreneur give him incredible insight to the nuts and bolts challenges that managers and leaders face every day. His new book, Squish Creativity like a Bug is a tongue-in-cheek account of many of the funny challenges that we sometimes create for ourselves as managers.
“FUNNY… SARCASTIC… But While Laughing Your Head Off, You’ll Pause And Say, ‘Hey, Wait a Minute… I Do That Too.’”
— Doug Staneart, CEO of The Leader’s Institute® (about Rick Highsmith)
“Rick is an awesome trainer! His fabulous sense of humor makes learning very fun.” – Lisa Faber, Scholastic Book Fair “It was REALLY fun! Rick is a great speaker.”– Jenny Guiling, World Resources Institute
“Rick was a great motivator and teacher. I’d recommend his programs to anyone.”- Rick Farley, Rollins
Keynote Topics, Breakout Sessions, & Workshops
Squish Creativity like a Bug (Humor/Inspirational)
Rick takes on the persona of the big-boss Steele Steadiman that will have your group cracking up. Basically, if you just do the opposite of everything that Steele recommends, you’ll be a great leader. The learning is tough love, though, as people in the audience realize that they relate to Steel more than they might like to admit.
BOSSES: Beings of Superior Skills, Ego, Self-Esteem (Humor)
Steel Steadiman is back to show groups how “real” bosses get results from their flock. Remember, “You’re not leaders… You’re not managers… You’re B.O.S.S.E.S.”
Building Confident Leaders (Motivational/Leadership)
Rick weaves in his personal experience as a business owner, CEO, and manager to offer seven ways to build strong, confident leaders throughout all levels of your organization. This topic is inspirational and informative to all levels of audiences.
Team FUNdamentals (Motivational/Inspirational)
Want to build a fun and team oriented atmosphere at your organization like the ones that have made companies like Southwest Airlines and Google so famous? This program give a few simple steps that can help.
Fearless Presentations® (Business/Personal Development)
Get rid of the sweaty palms and butterflies once and for all with ten quick tips that can practically eliminate stage fright and public speaking fear. Great speakers are not born. They have developed the skill to speak with confidence and poise.
Creating a Team Culture (Motivational/Leadership)
Whether purposeful or not, cultures are created by the actions, habits, communication skills, and people skills of the people within that culture. Most organizations just wait for the team culture to develop on it’s own. Great organizations make a conscious effort to create a culture of teamwork.
“Rick was excellent, genuine, and helped me gain confidence in myself.” – Randy Paul, Lesser and Company “Excellent in every way! The program was so good for me, and Rick is an amazing speaker and teacher. Worth every penny!” – Charlene Peterson, Greenfield Belser
“I really took a lot away from Rick’s expertise and experience. It was time and money well spent.” – David Bidwell, John Hancock
“Rick was great. I found his program outstanding! – Sandy Hall, Dystrar
Rick Highsmith is a Regional Vice President for The Leader’s Institute® and has been a speaker and trainer since 1980. His educational background and experience give him credibility when he presents, but his wit and enthusiasm are what have made him a sought-after speaker for many years.
