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WHAT'S THE BUZZ?
Client Testimonials

What Are Clients Saying About John Putzier?
John's clients are always submitting accolades. Here are just a few:


"It was super! We need someone to make us laugh like this at least once a month! What a break from 'normal' programs. John always does a great job. His programs should be mandatory!"                                      

~SAE International
 

"Thank you so much for your dynamic presentation! People felt that your after-dinner program  was the  best they've ever heard! Your sense of humor and kind consideration of Murphy's Law made the evening more relaxed."

~B. C. Mental Health Association
 

"A special thank you! Your evaluations were overwhelmingly positive with many participants stating that you were 'one of the best speakers they have ever heard!' You have a unique talent for being able to combine content and humor effectively-a perfect combination for an 'after-dinner' speaker!"

~Virginia Polytechnic Institute

"Thanks so much for the great job you did for Shell Oil's Mid-Continent Annual Conference in Las Vegas. Speaking from a person who saw and helped develop all three meetings, yours was the most interesting to sit through. You handled the role magnificently! In fact, you made the environment so friendly that everyone wanted to ask a question. You did a great job of doing your homework before the show and you were great to work with on show site!"

~Executive Producer, Maritz
 

"You came so highly recommended to us, and now that we have had the pleasure of hearing your insights, we can definitely understand why."

~Duquesne University
 

"I have never listened to or experienced anyone with so much hitting power and getting the point across like you! This is the first time in all the years and meetings we've had that these people actually looked forward to the day of the meeting. I just want you to know that you have awakened several of the dead!"

~Milk Marketing Inc.
 

"I had the pleasure of introducing you at the Society for Human Resource Management Conference, and I just wanted to let you know that you inspired me to do something I have been putting off for a long time. Your story of buying the grand piano and playing again motivated me to start singing seriously again. I have been taking classes since October and it has been great. Even my husband has remarked on how good it is for my moods. I just wanted to let you know that you made a difference. Thank you!"

~Renee Miller, Principal, Avalon Consulting Services
 



Even More People Are Talking About John Putzier!

 "What a great presentation you delivered to the Human Capital Conference!
I not only enjoyed your sense of humor, but also appreciated the information you shared. You can be sure I will be quoting you!"  

~High-Technology Council of Western PA
 

"John is the best instructor I've had in the Masters of Public Management program at CMU. He took what I had thought would be an extremely boring subject and made it a valuable and interesting learning experience that I am already using in my current job.

~Student, Carnegie Mellon University
 

"I would like to congratulate you on your outstanding presentation. The humor in your presentation is worth the price of admission in itself. The serious message of your presentation was both applicable and well received by the audience.

~Regional Vice President, American Arbitration Association
 

"John, thank you for keynoting the National Education Center for Women in Business Strategy Conference. The conference was a huge success-thanks to you! Women’s business issues are finally on the table thanks to you!

~Executive Director               
National Education Center
for Women in Business
     
 

"I recently enjoyed listening to your presentation at the Employment Law Conference. I wanted to drop you a quick line and let you know that our presentation was right on track. Not only was your presentation insightful and energetic, but most importantly addressing the current concerns and needs of the new generation in the employment market today.

~Director of Human Resources              
Burt Hill Kosar Rittelmann Associates

 

"Hey, I'm talkin'!" With that friendly admonishment to our group, I knew we were in for a treat! Your keynote address at our conference was exactly the message we wanted, and your easy-going style was the perfect method of delivery. I only wish we could have heard you for several hours more! What a delight to have you keynote our conference!

~Chair, Living Life Fully Forum
 

"The staff of the American Cancer Society rated your presentation 'Tapping Your Natural Weirdness!' as excellent on every evaluation. That's 100%!
Thanks for a fine presentation!"

~Co-Chairman, American Cancer Society Annual Conference
 

"Thank you so much for your dynamic presentation! People felt that your after-dinner program  was the  best they've ever heard! Your sense of humor and kind consideration of Murphy's Law made the evening more relaxed."

~B. C. Mental Health Association
 

"After reading 'Get Weird!' it was like meeting the old me again. Not only will your book help make my workplace a 'great place to work' but I also think it will help make my life a great life to live again! Thank you for the 'kick in the backside'"

~Shayne Smith, Melbourne, Australia
 

"I wanted you to know that I have decided to make ‘Get Weird!’ required reading in my senior-level Management Seminar class at Slippery Rock University. Your book will find itself in good company along with Covey’s 7 Habits and Johnson’s Cheese book."

~Lynn M. Guhde, Ph.D., PHR
Professor of Management    
Slippery Rock University      

 

"As an insatiable consumer of business books, I can confidently say that ‘Get Weird!’ is the most engaging, entertaining, yet useful business book I've ever read. It's chock full of great ideas guaranteed to make your workplace the one people on the outside want to get into. Putzier's humorous writing style and knack for knowing a great idea when he sees one make this one of the most enjoyable and beneficial business books you'll ever buy. I've recommended it to hundreds of people and will continue to for the rest of my career."

~C U Marketing Dept.com
 

Get Weird!

Does your company waste a lot of time and money trying to win the war for talent? Do your people need to get their creative juices flowing again? Is your company in need of a little culture shock?

Contrary to popular belief, it does not require a lot of time, money or authority to attract, retain and motivate the best and brightest workers.
You just need to click here and"Get Weird!"

Weirdos in the Workplace!
Is body odor protected by freedom of religion? Which bathroom should a trans-sexual use? Is it still sexual harassment if I take advantage of it to get a promotion? Whatever happened to the good old days, when people looked and acted normal, came to work every day, didn’t rock the boat, and stayed until retirement?

The answer to these, and many other thorny questions are just a click away, in John Putzier’s newest book, “Weirdos in the Workplace.”
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