Books, Tapes and Videos written by and recommended by Michael
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THE BETTER BOTTOM LINE As the economy struggles to become strong we have got the most brilliant trainers together to educate the business professional on how to empower their business and make more money. In the end that is always what it is all about how can we have more income, more cash, more revenue, more financial success. The wisdom from some of the most accomplished business minds in Michigan will give you a leg up. A brilliant resource for any business professional. Sadly our books are currently OUT OF PRINT and we only have a few boxes left so the bargain Price: ONLY $20.00 +SH
GO M.A.D. (Make A Difference) Leadership is needed in this culture. We need folks who have decided to make it different or make it better... This book contains perspective from accomplished educational speakers and trainers who are regularly hired to train folks to be accomplished "Difference Makers" ... You will be motivated and inspired and hopefully walk away from this book with the decision that you are ready and prepared to Leave a Legacy! Sadly our books are currently OUT OF PRINT and we only have a few boxes left so the bargain Price: ONLY $20.00 +SH
Lead Now The Ultimate Handbook for Student Leaders. Strategies, Advice & Ideas from America's Top Speaker, Trainers, and Authors on Youth Leadership. If "two heads are better than one" - what happens when sixteen of America's foremost experts in youth leadership development all combine efforts to provide strategies, ideas and wisdom to student leaders? MAGIC This book features a brilliant discussion of Team Building by Certified Speaking Professional, Michael Scott Karpovich! Michael suggests that we "break the mold" and create a leadership that is different than any previously accepted definition of leadership! This chapter alone will change the way you lead. If you are in a position to influence others in your school, club, chapter, or organization this is the "ultimate handbook" for helping you create positive change and incredible results. The leadership challenge is upon you and your peers need direction... so LEAD NOW! Sadly our books are currently OUT OF PRINT and we only have a few boxes left so the bargain Price: ONLY $20.00 +SH
Teen Empower Solid Gold Advice for Those Who Teach, Lead & Guide Today's Teens from America's Top Speakers and Authors in Education. Teen Empower is for those who want to discover new ways to motivate, inspire and reach out to the teens of today. Teen Empower is jam-packed with solid gold advice from thirteen of America's best professional speakers and authors in education, including Certified Speaking Professional Michael Scott Karpovich and his brilliant chapter "Life is NEVER Fair!" Through touching personal stories, humorous anecdotes, analogies, and straight-from-the-heart advice, Teen Empower provides parents, teachers, coaches, counselors, and other concerned adults as well as teens with the strategies to guide the youth of a misunderstood generation. Teen Empower is truly a "must read" for everyone who loves and leads teenagers! Sadly our books are currently OUT OF PRINT and we only have a few boxes left so the bargain Price: ONLY $20.00 +SH
Teen Power & BEYOND Straight Forward Advice and real life from America's top motivational speakers for youth. More than simple inspiration and motivation... this is a resource that will give you ideas on how you can be a powerful impactful human! An ideal book for teens, college students, parents, teachers and counselors. Sadly our books are currently OUT OF PRINT and we only have a few boxes left so the bargain Price: ONLY $20.00 +SH
"Yuk Makes You Stronger"
Audio $11 *Video $29 This program was presented live at a general session in front of 600 of Michael's professional speaker peers. Like many of his presentations, this program was one of the best-selling tapes of the entire convention! Unlike any other speaker in the history of the National Speakers Association, Michael received a standing ovation for his introduction! Although you may purchase either the audio or video, you must see the video* version to appreciate the introduction! This presentation addresses Michael's core message of how to find your greatest strength from your greatest adversities! You will also hear Michael's famous "NERD STORY" and practical applications to building strength from your "YUK"... It is obvious why this is a best-seller! It is obvious why this is a best-seller!
Only $29.00 for the video or $11.00 for an audio. Highly recommend the video (Michael gets no commission on this sale) -to order click here
"Telling The Story, Painting The Picture"
In this popular 1994 Audio Tape Program, Michael shares his unique storytelling magic. Hear Michael's famous "NERD STORY" and much, much more. Once you listen to this tape, you will know why it was a best seller! (The power of this one talk lead other speakers to call Michael an expert among speakers.) Only $11.00 for this brilliant tape.
Item# NSA/95004/9, NSA 1995 Eastern Educational Workshop, Atlanta, Georgia (Michael gets no commission on this sale) -to order click here
Youth Program: "NERDS ROCK!"
Michael Scott Karpovich, CSP. When the unfair stuff happens, discover how it can make us stronger. This program is presented as a general session in front of 120 youth & teens at the National Speakers Association youth program. If you want to hear Michael doing what he is best known for, check this out!
Only $11.00 (1 Audio Tape), Item# NSA/95045/Y10, NSA 1995 Annual Convention (Michael gets no commission on this sale) -to order click here
EDUCATORS PEG: THE A TO Z'S OF SPEAKING IN THE EDUCATION MARKET
John Tenza; Harriet Mauney; Rick Metzger; Michael Scott Karpovich, CSP; Jimmy Cabrera, CSP. Hear three mini-seminars: Gimmicks that Get You Remembered; Creating In-Service Material for Educational Staff; and Finding the Money to Keep Busy.
Only $11.00 (1 Audio Tape), Item# NSA/95004/27, NSA 1995 Eastern Educational Workshop, Atlanta, Georgia (Michael gets no commission on this sale) -to order click here
EDUCATORS PEG: THE A TO Z'S OF SPEAKING IN THE EDUCATION MARKET
Marlon Smith; Patrick Grady; Rick Metzger; Michael Scott Karpovich, CSP; Jimmy Cabrera, CSP. Hear three mini-seminars: Gimmicks that Get You Remembered; Creating In-Service Material for Educational Staff; and Finding the Money to Keep Busy.
Only $22.00 for (2 Audio Tapes), Item# NSA/95009/79, NSA 1995 Western Educational Workshop, Irvine, California (Michael gets no commission on this sale) -to order click here
EDUCATORS PEG: UNIQUE APPROACHES TO THE HOW AND WHY
D. Michael Frank, CSP, CPAE; and Michael Scott Karpovich, CSP. Mike will discuss marketing to schools from a bureau owner's perspective. Michael will showcase his style. Mike, Karp and Educator PEG Chair Shirley Trout will then critique previously submitted marketing pieces for strengths/weaknesses.
Only $11.00 (1 Audio Tape), Item# NSA/96040/24, NSA 1996 Annual Convention (Michael gets no commission on this sale) -to order click here
MOTIVATIONAL/KEYNOTE PEG SEMINAR: MAGNETIC MEMORABILITY: MOTIVATORS DELIGHT & IGNITE
LASTING LEGACIES
Judy Buch; D.J. Harrington; Michael Scott Karpovich, CSP; and Monica Pierre. This is the magnetic motivational team that will delight and ignite you to find your own special qualities that capture the hearts, souls and memories of those in your audience. Take advantage of this magic journey of memorability hosted by Valla Dana Fotiades, MEd. Leave with your head full of ideas for creating your own lasting legacies.
Only $11.00 (1 Audio Tape), Item# NSA/98048/16, NSA 1998 Annual Convention (Michael gets no commission on this sale) -to order click here
8 NSA Audio & Video Tapes 
featuring Michael speaking to his colleagues at the National Speakers Association. You can sort through the entire list at this link. (Michael gets no commission on this sale) -to order click here
Recommended Resources for Speakers
I have to say that Certified Speaking Professional Alan Weiss holds nothing back! His "no-nonsense" approach will both tell you if you should go into consulting/speaking and how to be successful if you make the leap! I cannot give you a higher recommendation... MSK
| Million Dollar Consulting : The Professional's Guide to Growing a Practice |
 | Money Talks : How to Make a Million As a Speaker by Alan Weiss, Certified Speaking Professional |
Dan Kennedy is a very progressive marketer... he knows how to make a lot of money and create "money making machines" with a very small investment! MSK
There's a lot to absorb in Jeffrey's stuff...but it is great! Like Dan & Alan, Jeffrey is a bottom line, NO BULL writer. I highly recommend it but be prepared to think! ... MSK
| No Cover to show off... :-( | Cash Copy : How to Offer Your Products and Services So Your Prospects Buy Them by Jeffrey Lant |
| This guy is great on content but not on covers! :-) | The Unabashed Self-Promoter's Guide : What Every Man, Woman, Child and Organization in America Needs to Know About Getting Ahead by Exploiting the Media by Jeffrey Lant |
Some may consider Larry Winget off-the wall and unconventional... he will be the first to suggest it! At the same time, he is brilliant and matter-of-fact with his information. I recommend every book Larry has done. I own most of them and I have read most of them (which is saying a lot for a dyslexic). This book may offend your intellect... but he will literally tell you "How to Write a Book One Page at a Time!"
| How To Write a Book: One Page at a Time |
Yes, Terri Lonier is also a successful professional speaker. As one who loves to pinch pennies till they scream... her book is priceless, not as reading material but as a reference. I recommend this not only for speakers but for any entrepreneur, homemaker, or business professional.
| The Frugal Entrepreneur |
When Leslie Charles first told me about her book, I was amazed. It was so timely, so well thought out, so brilliant. Certified Speaking Professional C. Leslie Charles was one of my first mentors within the National Speakers Association. She was the first to invite me to take an active role in the leadership of NSA... so I have always been impressed with her. This book takes my admiration for her to a new level. This "work of art" is FUN and yet, at the same time, kind of scary. You must get this book to take your "cranky quizzes" and discover your "Cranky Quotient!"
| Why Is Everyone So CRANKY? |
Recommended Resources for Teachers & Parents
Frankly speaking... Stephen Glenn is my HERO! No other speaker has inspired me more & Jane has been a strong support for years. You will love any of their books, but this has been the bible to my parenting programs. You will love it!!! MSK
| Raising Self-Reliant Children in a Self-Indulgent World : Seven Building Blocks for Developing Capable Young People by H. Stephen Glenn, Jane Nelsen |
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Recommended MUSIC
I cannot say enough about this CD... or should I say CDs! Jana calls her music "heavy mental" and it is exactly that. It hits you in the heart, in your soul and in your mind. Imagine a musical motivational message. In my opinion, you cannot afford to not hear this collection. If I were still a radio station disc jockey and music director. . . I would put this on a heavy rotation. Listen again and again and again!
| BRAVE FAITH featuring the brilliant song "If I were BRAVE" and gobs more! (heavy mental music) |
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Recommended Resources for Educators
Recommended Resources for Counselors
Recommended Resources for Students
| The Impossible Just Takes A Little Longer by Art Berg, Certified Speaking Professional It is with deep sadness that I inform you that my friend Art Berg unexpectedly passed away just as this book was released. I wanted to support his family and his memory by urging you to get his brilliant book -- a lasting legacy! |
In the past, schools have given Michael cards, flowers, candy, gifts, t-shirts, hats, footballs, pins, posters, keychains and one even gave him BEAR MEAT! Recently, one GREAT school set the standard by giving Michael a HEDGEHOG named Bilbo Baggins... check out his page. Here is the book Michael loved... MSK
Here is a list of great authors & speakers that Michael is often compared to when he presents. If you like them, you will love Michael. If you enjoy Michael -- you will appreciate these men... click on their photo and find one of their works that Michael recommends; click on their names and you will find a second recommendation!
 | Wayne Dyer is a profound author and orator who uses his gentle spirit to empower his audiences and their potential. |
 | John Bradshaw is a prolific author and speaker who has spent many years helping individuals rediscover the power within the "little self." He is best known for helping "recovering families" become whole. |
 | The late Dr. Leo Buscaglia (also known as "Dr. LOVE"), was famous for his hugs and served as a University professor, popular author and lecturer who reminded us to rediscover the LOVE we have within ourselves. |
 | Contemporary actor and comedian Robin Williams is well-known for his off-the-wall humor and high- energy performances. Robin has the unique ability to take audiences on a roller coaster ride through the use of character voices and dramatic stories. |