Humorous Motivation

Jim Bob Solsbery

Humor with a message

325-650-7528

jimbobspeaker@gmail.com

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“sometimes you just have to laugh your way out”

The Humor Attitude

The Humor Attitude is the most effective tool to improve communications, customer service, working environments . . . and your company’s bottom line

Bring Your Best Self

You’ll become more energized, enthusiastic, motivated and productive if you’ll just learn a few simple techniques and new perspectives

Listener Friendly

You will discover the most effective way to lead a richer, more productive life: by gaining full and joyful ownership of your own attitude!

Laughter Is The Best Medicine

Dosage and Administration

The heavier the dose, the better! Refills are free. Never let a day go buy without an injection of humor in your life. Better is self-prescribed.

Over dosage

Heavy usage of this medicine results in joy, smiles and peace of mind.

Medicine Interaction

Actually proven to enhance all other medicines.

Laboratory Test

Since the human species is the only species God gave the ability to laugh and intentionally spread joy, there has been no testing on laboratory rats – only human “rats”.

For External/Internal Use

Laughter and smiles are to be used externally. A sense of humor is both external and internal – it is an attitude!

Medicine Withdrawal Symptoms

Loss of hope, depression, melancholy behavior and worry. You can’t laugh and worry at the same time.
Precautions & Side Effects

About Jim Bob Solsbery

Looking for a Speaker

who can instantly connects with your audience

Jim Bob Solsbery’s “humor with a message” approach has been connecting with audiences for over 30 years. His unique mix of down-home humor and valuable insights appeals to people from small towns, corporate boardrooms, and everywhere in between.

As far as Jim Bob’s concerned, “Humor is more than making people laugh — It is an Attitude.” He demonstrates the truth of this belief using rock-solid principles and hysterical anecdotes.

Motivation Lessons of Jim Bob Solsbery

Lessons

Jim Bob learned years ago

that all successful and happy people share two important traits: a positive attitude, and a healthy sense of humor. And the more challenges that successful people have to face, the more important those traits become.

Lessons

Jim Bob Solsbery is a Humorous Keynote Speaker

but at the same time is serious about success. After all, for over 30 years he succeeded as a business owner and entrepreneur, educator, professional trainer and even an Executive Director for the U.S. Department of Agriculture. He’s learned a lot about the best way to succeed on important tasks, and do it as efficiently as possible.

Lessons

Jim Bob is Living Proof

that a Humor Attitude works, and appreciates all those people–especially his lovely wife Jan–who have reminded him over the years that Humor Is An Attitude

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Customized Presentations: "Laugh Your Way Out" can be customized to mesh with your conference theme or program. Jim Bob’s core belief that “attitude is everything” is a great fit for better communication, enhanced customer service, or increased sales.

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Testimonials

Sid C. Shaw, Executive Director, Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce

“I am so happy and pleased that we chose Jim Bob Solsbery to be the keynote speaker at our annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet. Jim Bob injects a great deal of humor in his positive message and instantly connected with our folks. If you are looking for a speaker with a great positive message and one who can motivate your people, Jim Bob is the one you need. I would recommend him to anyone. He is very honest and looks at the real world we live in and projects real life solution to life’s situations. He made our banquet a huge success”

Sam Cartwright, IOM, President/CEO Dumas/Moore County Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center

” Jim Bob’ keynote address at our annual banquet was just superb. Everyone I talked with after the event agreed with me that you delivered a great message filled with wonderful humor. So many meetings and dinners are the same but with the addition of your message, this banquet was certainly not as usual. My congratulations and thanks to you are in order for producing such a fun-filled message.”

Diana Capes, Executive Vice President, SILA

“Very rarely when looking around the ballroom, do you see everyone so engaged and attentive to a motivational speaker. Jim Bob’s presentation style and story-telling skills captivated the audience’s attention from beginning to end. And when it did end, the audience responded by giving Jim Bob the standing ovation he so well deserved. Jim Bob would definitely be considered for a future booking”

Todd Searcy, President Automated Logic – UES

“The reaction to Jim Bob’s presentation from our employees was incredible. He was very engaging and there was a definite connection with our audience. Jim Bob did an outstanding job of tying in some of the challenges our company is facing to the message he delivered. We will definitely have him speak to us again!”

Tech Conference/Retreat Committee Texas Department of Family and Protective Services

“Jim Bob Solsbery was the closing speaker for our staff conference/retreat and sent everyone home with a new and positive attitude and a more productive way to deal with the stress we encounter on a daily basis. He taught us that it is okay to laugh at ourselves and that humor can help us survive almost any situation we might face. Jim Bob’s common-folk sense of humor connects with all types of people in all professions. He demonstrated how a positive attitude and mindset toward your job, your co-workers and your everyday life can directly impact your success. His presentation was educational, motivational and hilarious. One of the goals of our staff event was to relax, enjoy ourselves and laugh as much as possible and Jim Bob’s humor certainly helped us accomplish that goal.”

Jerry Maze, Associate Executive Director Region 12 Education Service Center

“Jim Bob’s brand of wit and wisdom is timeless. He entwines humor with the challenges of leadership and life in ways that cause us to reflect, laugh, and remember why we do difficult jobs. Jim Bob’s perspective is always on point and entertaining. I invited him to his third engagement for me as the keynote speaker at a leadership conference for school superintendents – three audiences, three homerun performances. Jim Bob will get another call.”

John Fuston, State Executive Director TexasState FSA Office, USDA

“Our audience was overwhelmingly receptive to Jim Bob’s ideas not only because of his talented delivery, but because it was obvious he had walked in their shoes. I appreciate him tailoring his message to help us face the marketing challenges that lie ahead. Through Jim Bob’s humor and insight, he effectively reminded us that it is very possible to work hard, overcome obstacles, embrace change and have fun at the same time – an important lesson learned by all.”

Richard McReavy, Superintendent Waller ISD

“Jim Bob reminded us how much positive impact a teacher or administrator can make on a single student, and what it can mean for that student in the future…His enthusiasm and inspiration shined down on all of us the day we heard him speak. He is welcome back anytime! In fact, we’ve already invited him back!”

Susie Grider, Asst. Superintendent Rains ISD

“Jim Bob Solsbery – WOW! What an exciting and moving motivational speaker. Teachers left the presentation with a big smile on their face and a feeling of pride for their chosen profession!”

Della Wilson, Executive Director Pauls Valley, Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce

“Jim Bob’s humor instantly connected with the attending crowd of 300 plus people. He has a real knack for putting into words what we all say, think and do. His insight is invaluable and we all learned from the simple techniques and new perspectives. Jim Bob reminded us that we can bring our best self to work and we can be a more productive person that others like being around. You will enjoy and learn from Jim Bob’s “listener-friendly” humor and captivating stories. I guarantee!”

Ron Mayfield, Superintendent Ft.Stockton ISD

“It was exciting to see over 175 people immediately come out of their chairs to give Jim Bob a resounding standing ovation at the conclusion of his presentation. I continue to hear comments from teachers that his presentation was by far the best they have ever heard!”

Joe Janak, Speaker Chairman South Texas Farm and Ranch Show

“Jim Bob was truly hilarious yet inspirational. He provided an insight into daily events to lift and enlightened all yet challenged them to go and take on the day. He has personally lived many of the examples and metaphors he uses to emphasize a point and does a superb job of relating to the audience. Many times the audiences was wiping tears as they were rolling with laughter.”

Chad Scruggs, GACOE President NASCOE Southeast Area Rally

“Jim Bob is a great speaker – motivational, inspirational and entertaining. Everyone enjoyed his presentation at our conference in St.SimonsIsland, Georgia. Comments to the effect of: I learned something about myself, I have never laughed so hard and what an honest “southern” gentleman he is, were heard throughout the weekend. You will definitely shed tears from the laughing and we will definitely ask him back to Georgia for laughter and inspiration.”

Rex Peebles, President Texas Community College Instructional Administrators

“We wanted a luncheon presentation that would be both humorous and motivational at the same time – a message that would make people laugh and help them feel good about what they do. Jim Bob delivered on both counts. Conference evaluations gave him rave reviews.”

Elizabeth Giroir, President Bayou Villages Chapter, National Charity League

“What a delight! Our diverse group of girls and their moms, with ages ranging from 12 – 50+, all really enjoyed Jim Bob’s talk. As I looked around the room and gauged their response to his wonderful stories and humorous take on life, they were riveted. And for girls that age, that is hard to do. We especially related to Jim Bob weaving our own lexicon into his message – that was the best!”

Brian Hisey, President Oklahoma FSA County Office Employees Assn

“It has been three weeks and Jim Bob was right – when I bring my best self to work each day, I not only enjoy my job more but feel I am more productive…It was the most entertaining hour I have ever spent at our annual conference.”

Lee Bloodworth, Immediate Past President Texas Sheep & Goat Raisers Association

“I can’t begin to tell how much we enjoyed being “humorized” by Jim Bob at our annual convention. He had us all in the palm of his hand and it did our souls good to laugh so much. He also stepped forward and helped us raise money in our auction. He really knows how to draw them in…..or is it out?”

Melissa McHugh, Teacher Everman ISD

“I was not done with my summer vacation when I was sitting in that auditorium and Jim Bob reminded me that MY attitude is so important to the success of my students… Jim Bob helped me to get the school year off to a great start!”

Steve Madson, Dir. of Curriculum and Instruction RioVista ISD

“Jim Bob’s presentation was right on target. Our staff was touched by his humor and sincerity. He shared valuable experiences from various sectors of employment; bringing them together in a way that gave real meaning and purpose to the challenging job of educating ALL of our students!”

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