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ABOUT GARY MICHELS

Gary Michels is a motivational speaker, sales expert, and entrepreneur with over 40 years of experience helping professionals and organizations achieve extraordinary results. As co-founder of Southwestern Consulting, Gary has worked with Fortune 500 companies and high-performing teams to deliver actionable strategies that drive growth, improve leadership, and transform cultures.

Known for his dynamic speaking style and real-world insights, Gary has inspired audiences at organizations like Google, the San Francisco 49ers, and the NFL. His high-energy presentations blend practical tools with captivating stories, motivating teams to take action and achieve new levels of success.

Whether you want to energize your sales force, develop stronger leaders, or inspire your team, Gary delivers content that makes a lasting impact. Book Gary Michels for your next event and empower your team to reach new heights!

SPEAKING PROGRAMS

Turn It Up A Notch

This keynote focuses on adding excitement and enthusiasm in three key areas: attitude, alignment (balanced lifestyle), and accountability. Gary’s signature talk, performed over 200 times globally, includes the “Ideal Wheel” exercise, helping participants track growth in seven critical life areas. Attendees will also create a powerful 60-day game plan to Turn It Up A Notch in their life and career.

Millionaire Mindset

This engaging keynote focuses on transforming self-talk, shifting from negative or routine thoughts to inspiring and positive ones. Through a fun and heartfelt session, participants learn to craft powerful affirmations to recite daily, helping to improve their attitude, actions, and results across all areas of life.

What Do You Want?

This keynote dives deep into what truly drives you and clarifies your vision for life. By exploring your core values and what you're willing to commit to achieving, you'll leave more inspired, focused, and driven. Through group participation, you'll collaborate with others to solidify your goals and create a powerful plan to "show up" with purpose and attract success.

TRAINING PROGRAMS

Gary Michels has consistently ranked in the top 1% of salespeople across industries, from school fundraising and security systems to multi-million-dollar real estate. As an author and salesperson, he not only understands what top producers do but lives it. Co-founder of Southwestern Consulting, one of the fastest-growing sales training companies globally, Gary inspires audiences and equips salespeople to reach the top of their game.

Sales Team's Edge

Top Selling Sales Mastery Course: On site, intensive, live, interactive over a 6-12 month period.

Train the Trainer Program

Start at the Top Starter Course: Not ready for team training? Become an unstoppable sales leader. We can get you started with our individual coaching and sales manager and/or business owner to create sales systems that can be duplicated to fuel your sales engine.

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Other Programs

Sales Topics

Mastering Time Management
Navigate: The way people want to buy
Closing for Champions
Building a Referral Based Network
Growing Sales By Preventing & Handling Objections
25 Mistakes Sales People Make & How To Avoid Them
Millionaire Mindset
Creative Marketing To Separate You From Your Competition
Taking Your Phone Skills To The Next Level
Powerful Sales Presentations That Compel People To Buy
How To Master The Qualification Process

Leadership Topics

Effective Personal Conferences
Leading Effective Team Meetings
Management Vs. Leadership
Turning Around Underperforming Team Members
Creating Results Through In-Field Training & Shadowing
Keys To Holding Your Team Accountable
Using Incentives & Contests To Motivate Your Team
Getting The Most Out Of Your Team Using Navigate!
Generational Leadership
Sourcing & Attracting Top Talent/Interviewing Excellence
Selecting, Hiring, & On-Boarding The Best Candidates
Keys To Creating A Sales Culture

WHO I'VE HELPED

"You taught me soo much in such a short period of time. You have truly helped me build a great foundation for a successful future."

Beth Lenze - San Jose, CA

"There is no other person that can match you and what you teach when it comes to sales training and keynote speaking. You are an exceptional teacher, speaker, coach and mentor."

Tammy S. - San Diego, CA

"When gary spoke at our national meeting he was extremely motivational and I can see why he is bound for the "speakers circuit."

Fran S. - Nashville, TN

"You have always been really inspiring to all of us through all of your presentations at the National Sales Meetings. Every time you speak, you rock the house."

Stacy S. - Fargo, ND

"I have known Gary for several years. He is like my better half. I am a good planner, but Gary is a great planner. I have high expectations, but he has off the chart expectations. I work hard, but nobody works harder than Gary. I know that Gary and the folks that work with him can teach anybody anything with passion and energy. They really care about others and have huge hears. You will really enjoy working with them."

Tim H. - St. Louis, MO

"I truly believe that motivational speaking is your passion, your gift, and your calling. I can't wait to purchase a ticket to your sold out engagement when you are traveling with the likes of Tom Hopkins and Zig Ziglar."

Tracy H. - San Jose, CA

"Every seat was filled and there were even people standing in the back and sides of the room to hear Gary's powerful message."

Jason M. - San Jose, CA

"I have become better organized, more motivated, and focused since meeting with Gary on a regular basis. He is very good!"

Jan B. - San Jose, CA

"I have been an agent for over 18 years and have been involved with many coaching programs. Thank you for being a different kind of trainer!"

Craig G. - San Jose, CA

Testimonials From Industry Titans

Here are some Superstars I've been able to work with.

"Thank you Gary for working with my sales team. We don't have an organization without them, and the work you do is important. I am so grateful for you!