Curt Boudreaux: The Motivation Man

Curt Boudreaux, M.ED.

Motivational Speaker

Author & Cajun Humorist

If you're looking to bring quality, enthusiasm, and humor to your next meeting or event, then Curt Boudreaux, aka "The Motivation Man," is the speaker you're looking for.

Curt connects with audiences in a genuine way while sharing practical principles and insights. He uses humor (both regular and Cajun) to create an effective and memorable program for the participants. His goal for each presentation is to educate, entertain, and inspire his audiences so they will be motivated to incorporate his message into their daily lives. By doing so, they will become more productive in both their personal and professional lives.

Curt's insights are original. His presentation is dynamic. His humor brings freshness and accessibility to his message for motivation. That's why you should contact him today!

Office: 985-632-6177 • Cell: 985-696-6298 • curtboudreaux@viscom.net

ABOUT CURT

Curt has been speaking professionally since 1989 and has presented keynotes and workshops for many organizations throughout the United States. He has successfully presented programs in 25 states thus far. On several occasions he was selected as the best presenter at the conference by the attendees. Some of his clients include Chevron, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the College Athletic Business Management Association, the National Association of Church Food Services, the Arkansas Department of Health, the Electric Power Associations of Mississippi, the Georgia Department of Education and the North Texas Small Business Development Center. A more comprehensive list can be found here.

All of Curt's programs are laced with liberal doses of Cajun humor from his books, Never Kiss an Alligator on the Lips! (3 volumes). These hilarious stories featuring Ole Boudreaux, The Cajun, reinforce major points or concepts in his message and create lasting memories of his program. Audiences nationwide are delighted with his unique brand of humor and insightful Cajun perspective.

Curt is a past president of the New Orleans Chapter of the National Speakers Association. He has also held various leadership positions in his community including Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of Lady of the Sea Hospital and Chairman of the Board of the South Lafourche Chamber of Commerce.

He is a former educator with twenty-four years experience, twelve of these as a school administrator. He was selected as a National Distinguished Principal by the United States Department of Education, an honor bestowed on only one public school principal in each state annually.

Curt is the author of five books including Never Kiss and Alligator on the Lips!, The ABC's of Self-Esteem, and Irresistible Leadership. He is also a contributing author for the Chicken Soup for the Prisoner's Soul book. In addition, he has recorded two Cajun humor CDs, Never Kiss and Alligator on the Lips! (Volumes I & II).

Business & Associations

Kentucky Governor's Conference on Local Issues
Bellsouth (Alabama)
National Time Equipment Association
Arizona Roofing Contractors Association
American Contractors Insurance Group
Louisiana Telecommunications Association
American Healthcare Association
Louisiana Dental Healthcare Association
ADT Canada
Louisiana Nursing Home Association
Florida Anesthesiologists Administrative Association
Mid-America Lenders' Conference
National Association of Church Food Services
Orbit Value Company (Arkansas)
Mississippi Young Bankers Association
Noble Food Service (a franchise of Burger King)
American Dental Association
American Advertising Association
Louisiana Gas Association
Kisatchie National Forest
American Furniture Manufacturers Association (North Carolina)

Education

Unitech Training Academy
Louisiana Association of Child Welfare & Attendance
College Athletic Business Management Association
Texas Association of School Business Officials
Georgia Association of Educational Leaders
International Association of Pupil Personnel Workers
Georgia Department of Education
Louisiana Association of Student Financial Aid
Louisiana Department of Education
LSU Extension Service
ADK Conference
Jackson County Schools (Florida)
Louisiana School Supervisors' Association
Louisiana Association of Principals
Tennessee Academy of School Leaders
Bradley County Schools (Tennessee)
Saulk Prairie District Schools (Wisconsin)
Middle School Institute (Virginia)
Kansas Association of Elementary Principals
Monticello School District (Arkansas)
Northhampton County Schools (North Carolina)
Independence School District (Missouri)
Wayne Finger Lakes School District (New York)
Jacksonville Independent School District (Texas)
Community College Business Officers (Texas)

You Only Go Around Once!

In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, we oftentimes lose sight of what's important. We get caught up in our daily routines and suddenly realize that life is passing us by. What a shame because life should be enjoyed, not endured! This program provides a blueprint for the participants to get more out of life, both personally and professionally. This is achieved by choosing a positive attitude, taking positive risks, becoming a team player, and living each day with enthusiasm. This presentation is practical, humorous, highly motivational and an excellent opening or closing keynote. You can open your meeting or conference with a bang or send them home with a smile. It's your choice!

Programs

Never Kiss an Alligator on the Lips!

Have you ever been to a conference where your mind was filled with so much technical information that you thought it would explode? Have you ever felt the need for a little comic relief in the midst of mind-boggling statistics or boring facts? Or have you just felt the need to be good to yourself and have a little fun and laughter? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then the remedy is a good dose of Cajun humor! This entertaining and humorous program features the legendary stories of Ole Boudreaux, the most famous Cajun of all. Curt uses his authentic Cajun accent to delight the audience with the hilarious escapades of Boudreaux and his "podnas." This program is ideal for banquets, after-dinner entertainment, or simply as a change of pace activity to lighten the mood. It doesn't get any better than this, sha!

The Human Side of Quality

Quality is defined as meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of your customers. Everyone wants and expects quality. We all do! That's normal. But there are two sides to quality -- the technical and the human. The technical side deals with increasing the technical skills of the employee. However, people are a company or organization's most valuable asset and should not be overlooked. Improving the personal skills of your people help them become a better person, which empowers them to become a better worker, spouse, parent or grandparent. Personal development focusing on self-esteem, human relations, and communication are discussed and related to productivity. The best investment you can make is in your people. They ARE your business and your greatest asset!

The Art of Leadership

Some perceive leaders as those who possess a position, title, or wealth, and in some instances, this perception is absolutely true. However, leadership goes far beyond that. Leadership is not a place, it is a process. It is action, not a position. Leadership is simply having an effect or influence on other people. In reality, a leader is anyone who impacts the lives of others by virtue of words or actions. Effective leadership is crucial in many aspects of personal and professional life. Curt provides insights for improving/developing leadership skills with an emphasis on the qualities of a leader, leadership practices, and myths and realities of the leader. Contrary to popular belief, leaders are made, not born. Begin to develop your leadership skills and those of your people today! A variation of this program is titled "The Art of Leadership...Cajun Style!"

The Keys to Unlocking Your Potential

Maslov, in his Hierarchy of Needs, states that self-actualization is man's greatest need and highest achievement. This means developing our full potential and becoming all we can be. But people are the only living thing that does not grow to its full potential. Every other living thing does. Why? Because we have a choice and we simply choose not to for various reasons. We tend to imprison ourselves with self-limiting thoughts and beliefs. Curt provides three keys to unlock this prison and free the development of our potential so we can maximize our achievement. Key 1: Dream big dreams! (visualize or see it). Key 2: Believe in yourself (have faith that you can do it). Key 3: Take positive risks (take action). Don't take your music to your grave...unlock your potential and become all you can be!