Paul Vitale

Biography

Paul Vitale has become one of America`s most sought-out speakers and trainers while using his unique combination of passion, energy and experience to encourage and motivate others. The founder of Vital Communications, Inc., Paul is a native of Arkansas and received his degree in mass communications and journalism from the University of Central Arkansas.

For more than fifteen years, Paul has impacted individuals and organizations, imparting an understanding of the leadership and passion required to excel. Through his keynote presentations, seminars and retreats, Paul helps his clients build strong teams and increase productivity. He speaks worldwide about the significance of optimism, a strong work ethic, and concepts vital to personal and professional growth, while reaching hundreds of thousands of people from all walks of life. Paul's energetic and enjoyable presentation style have made him one of the most requested speakers at hundreds of universities, meetings, conventions, seminars and training conferences.

His diverse client list includes ESPN, the United States Postal Service, Southwest Airlines, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the Washington Redskins, Landstar Global Logistics, the Georgia Department of Education, Tyson Foods, the Minnesota Vikings, the Antiques Roadshow, the University of Kentucky and Dole Hong Kong.

Prior to speaking professionally, Paul was director of the Convention and Visitors Bureau in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Preceding his role at the CVB, Paul launched his professional career with the largest marketing firm in the State of Arkansas - Cranford Johnson Robinson Woods. His team was responsible for all of the Natural State's tourism promotion.

Paul has written the best sellers Are You Puzzled by the Puzzle of Life?; Sell With Confidence; and Pass It On. He has also written several curriculums in use across the nation and recorded Live Life Like You Mean It. Paul has been featured on NBC, ABC and FOX, and is a regular guest on talk shows sharing his insight and life strategies. Paul's expertise, enthusiasm and ability to encourage people to exceed their potential have been described by his audiences as extraordinary.

In his spare time, Paul enjoys volunteering with Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Arkansas Children's Hospital, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and the Arkansas Hospitality Association. He is a graduate of the Little Rock Citizen's Police Academy, Leadership Greater Little Rock, currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Arkansas Travel Council and was commissioned a Kentucky Colonel. Recognized by Arkansas Business as one of its "Forty Under 40," Paul was selected by its readers as Best Motivational Speaker and Trainer.

Publications

Sell With Confidence
Paul Vitale will help unlock your sales potential through the fundamentals found between the covers of Sell With Confidence. These pages were written with the sales professional in mind who strives to build quality business relationships and move from marginal to memorable.

Each independent chapter examines the human factor of selling as well as the entire process of salesmanship. Take advantage of numerous keys found in the "Call to Action" segments that will challenge you to employ practical ideas, with outstanding results.

Titles

Leadership

-Resolving Team Conflict Effectively
Resolving conflict within a team is crucial for optimal results in the areas of productivity, growth and morale. When continued struggles, animosity or disagreements become the focal point of various individuals' attention, the entire organization is affected. Paul introduces ideas on how to isolate and effectively resolve conflict including: (1) implement a resolution process that works; (2) accept the responsibility to change; (3) exercise respectful communication skills; and (4) improve everyday efficiency. Properly executed, conflict resolution causes people to listen to and consider different ideas, contributing to a positive culture rather than a hostile environment. The concepts put forth in Resolving Team Conflict Effectively will enable individuals to minimize negative behaviors, broaden their alternatives and manage conflict constructively. Encouraging the acceptance of differing opinions promotes increased collaboration and commitment to the goals and ideals of the team. With the cooperation of those involved a negative situation can be turned into a positive one through effective conflict resolution.

-Inspired Teamwork & Leadership

-Legendary Leadership in Action

-You Choose Your Change

Education

-Unleash the Power of YOU!
With increasing competition in the workforce today, there is no better time than now to challenge young people to take ownership in their career planning. Regardless of whether an individual chooses to attend college or enter the workforce directly from high school, our future will be molded by these youthful minds. In the dynamic presentation Unleash the Power of YOU! Paul encourages students to develop realistic and obtainable goals while achieving their maximum potential. Students can expect to hear in-depth remarks and observations on points such as: (1) set free your imagination; (2) discover your genuine worth; (3) examine your endless opportunities; (4) map your unique course; and (5) deliver your mark on history. The time is now to continue challenging students to raise their expectations, not only about themselves, but also about the nation that we call home. The better prepared our future workforce is today, the greater success we will share tomorrow.

-The Ultimate College Experience

-The Greek Influence

-Are You Puzzled by the Puzzle of Life

-Parental Involvement - What a Difference It Makes

Inspiration

-Enthusiasm - Your Secret Weapon
This dynamic presentation reinforces the importance of genuine enthusiasm for everyday life. Paul illustrates what an optimistic state of mind can and will do for one's work ethic while providing concrete examples of morale-boosting ideas. The information participants take from this presentation will not only emphasize the importance of efficiency, a positive attitude and a passion toward life, it will also provide them with an incredible advantage in their everyday lives. Paul will ignite the audience with concepts such as: (1) enthusiasm is a state of mind; (2) manage situations before they manage you; (3) make good on your full potential; (4) broaden your outreach to others; and (5) grasp the "now" rather than the "later." In the competitive world today, enthusiasm coupled with a positive attitude pays large dividends and leaves an everlasting mark. History has shown that a mediocre idea that generates enthusiasm will go miles further than a great idea that inspires no one.

-Keep It Simple
Maintaining simplicity in everyday life might sound like wishful thinking. However, keep in mind that we each control our actions and reactions. If we make a conscious choice to embark down a path, it is our responsibility to follow through with conviction. During Keep It Simple, Paul shares insights critical to being effective through straightforward strategies such as: (1) failure to prepare is preparing to fail; (2) you can't win until you're not afraid to lose; (3) to avoid criticism do nothing, say nothing, be nothing; (4) but above all believe that you can achieve; and (5) your consistency to achieve what you believe. With the many decisions required in any given day, it is easy to become overwhelmed and flounder rather than move in a positive direction. By concentrating on keeping it simple, individuals can achieve their goals, one step at a time. After all, it is our life to live - and our actions determine our outcome.

-Sell with Confidence - Unlock Your Potential

-It`s Your Life - Dominate It

-Energize the Enthusiasm...That Exists Within


Customer Service & Community

-It`s Your Business, It`s Your Name

-Community Support & Partnerships

-Effective Meetings - Steps to Success