Joe Roberts is an inspirational example of overcoming adversity and managing change. In 1989 he was living under a bridge as a
homeless skid row bum. Today he is an author, CEO and internationally sought after professional speaker who motivates and inspires audiences worldwide.
Transform your people with the secrets Joe used to overcome poverty, addiction, and homelessness, which have led him to wealth, success and happiness.
Today, Joe delivers his keynote messages at conferences, conventions and special events, teaching people how to
Profit from Adversity. How anyone can tap into the unconquerable power of the human spirit and rise above.
The most effective leaders in society are those rare individuals who can inspire their audience with a passion that can only come from personal experience. As the President and CEO of an extremely successful multimedia company, Joe Roberts has faced and overcome key business challenges, which confront every modern organization.
Joe’s business solutions have made millions of dollars for his clients, across a variety of business sectors. It is from this experience that Joe draws when addressing Fortune 500 companies, boards of trade and professional associates internationally.
Former CEO of the multimedia development company Mindware Design Communications, where in less than four years Joe led the company through an 800% increase in business. Joe made his first million dollars before he turned 35, and was named one of Business in Vancouver’s 40 Under 40 Outstanding Business People and one of Maclean’s 10 Canadians Who Make a Difference. He is also the recipient of the prestigious Ontario Premier Awards for business excellence.
Joe has appeared on many TV shows, news programs, radio talk shows and has been feature in major publications such as The Toronto Star, The National Post and Canadian Business.
In his book, “7 Secrets to Profit from Adversity”, Joe maps out exactly how to profit from hard times. His presentation of these principles with an exciting combination of inspiration, entertainment, and education is what makes Joe Roberts’ programs so unique and effective. As a result, he has become an internationally known and respected speaker on Managing Adversity and Change, Visionary Goal Setting and Professional Selling.
Joe has established his professional speaking career working with major clients in both Canada and the United States. He has become a favorite at business conventions and corporate meeting events, captivating tens of thousands of people and receiving rave
Presentation Topics
From Skid Row to CEO
Learn how high achievers model winning thoughts, actions and behaviors.
Have you ever failed or fallen short? Do you feel you’re missing the boat on a successful life? Why is it that some people seem to thrive despite the odds against them?
In this session, Joe teaches how anyone anywhere can overcome perceived limitations and live their dreams. Gain the wisdom and real life experience from one man’s experience from life on the streets to corporate leadership and success.
Through Joe’s entertaining and inspirational real life approach you will learn:
- How to turn every obstacle into an asset
- How to reframe and give perspective to life’s challenges
- How to create a “YES I CAN” attitude
- How to stay inspired and motivated despite the world outside
- How to build your competitive advantage
The 7 Secrets to Scientific Selling
How to sell more, work less and build customers for life.
What are the four core elements necessary to conduct any sales process?
What are the most common mistakes made by salespeople today?
How much would you pay to get an accurate sales forecast?
How can you build customers for life?
There is a science to selling and Joe Roberts knows the formula. Having led a company through an 800% grow over four years, he teaches the scientific process and tools necessary to succeed.
Participants will leave with tools that can be applied immediately to shorten sales cycles, eliminate wasted time, make less calls while converting more deals and build customers for life.
In this program you will learn from him how to:
- Stop selling and start solving
- Avoid the mistakes made by 80% of all salespeople
- Learn how to identify true opportunities from the “Time Burglars”
- How to effectively track and manage a sales pipeline
- How to build customers for life
Becoming a Hero in the Age of Celebrities
How to create abundance using integrity-based leadership.
What are the common dominators of great leaders past and present? How do we summon courage, determination, perseverance and faith?
In this session, Joe takes you on a journey revealing the secrets to a successful and meaningful life. Find your core values and passions. Learn how to turn work into play. Tap into your unlimited energy by aligning your soul and spirit. Create priorities by building balance at home, work and play.
In this program you will learn:
- How to find real meaning at work and in life
- How to enrich your personal and professional lives
- How to leave a legacy for generations to come
- Get everything you want by helping others get what they want
- How to lead by example
One Day to Change Your Life Forever
How to change anything in your life starting today.
Does change really happen in an instant? Why do some people achieve more than others? How can focusing create the results you want out of life?
Creating a laser-focused vision is the idea behind this session. All great tasks and accomplishment began on a day just like this one. Joe will show you how to develop a plan to reach your goals, uncover and revisit your deepest hopes, dreams and aspirations. You will develop the tools necessary to create and build your ideal life based on your beliefs and values.
You will leave with the understanding of how to:
- Significantly increase your productivity at work and play
- Set real goals that will motivate and inspire you
- How to change you life instantly
- Take responsibility for where you want to go in life
- Eliminate the negative influences in your life
Past Clients
BUSINESS
Freedom 55
TD Bank
Scotia Bank
Payroll Loans
David Ash
Vancouver Board of Trade
Calgary Chamber of Commerce
College of Surgeons and Physicians
Industry Canada
Calgary Flames
Canadian Society for Marketing Professionals
Commonwealth Trust
Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce
Tri City Chamber of Commerce
IFMA BC
UBC
New Media BC
The Alternative Board
Vancouver Gyro Club
Hodsman Financial
Home life Benchmark
Police Leadership Conference
The Justice Institute
Focus Conferences
COMMUNITY
Unites States Consulate General
United Way
Salvation Army
Union Gospel Mission
Premier Gordon Campbell
BC Health Minister
Boys and Girls Clubs
City in Focus
North Shore Air Cadets
From Grief to Action
Parents Forever
Vancouver Adolescent Recovery Centre
Green Grass Productions
SCHOOLS
Burnaby Youth Custody Services
Pacific Academy
Elgin Park Secondary School
Keith Lynn Alternative Secondary
Kwayhquitlum MS
Port Moody Secondary
Seycove Secondary
Fraser House – Mission Secondary Schools
Fraser Valley Adventist
Testimonials
"Financial advisors, customer service officers. administrative staff and management, all of whom could relate to your message. You added additional impact by customizing your talk for our group".
Shabir Amarshi - Branch Manager, TD Canada Trust
"Your 'Yes I
Can' attitude demonstrated to our branch managers that it is possible to put our minds to task and overcome these challenges".
Skip Bates - Scotiabank
"Joe, thank you, once again, for your help in making our day a success! Your presentation was a valuable part of the agenda".
Deirdre Liebrandt - Industry Canada
"You took us all on a journey that left us inspired, motivated and refreshed".
Ken King - President & CEO, Calgary Flames Enterprise
"I want to congratulate you on the success of the very informative and productive training program you presented the American Officers at the United States Consulate General".
Hugo Lorens - Consul General, United States of America
"Your energy, enthusiasm and no nonsense approach to the science of selling is exactly what our team needs to take this company to the next level".
Elmer Ventura - President, Bionic CCTV
