Testimonials

for:
The Breathing Blanket
Celebrate Selling
Keynotes / Workshops

Testimonials Section I: The Breathing Blanket (Book)
I so enjoyed reading The Breathing Blanket … for not only did it allow me to go through my life and acknowledge past life altering experiences, whether for good or bad, it taught me that I do have the power to have my life be what I desire it to be.

It taught me to open my heart and listen to the daily gifts and opportunities which present themselves and to not be afraid to experience them.

It taught me that I am the only one allowing limitations of any kind to affect my life’s choices. It taught me to pursue life “in the spirit of sharing with others daily.” (I love this one) It taught me to truly listen to myself and others with caring…this will build the life lasting relationships we all desire.

. . . I find this helps me to re-open my heart and mind so I can BREATH.

Therese VanderMeer – Realtor
Audu Real Estate

"I have read your book and had several light bulbs come on as a result that may help me on my life’s journey.

Everyone has a story of some kind or other, both pleasant and unpleasant, but the real story is what and how we choose to do with that story. What you did with your story is what many of us need to hear. The word your book spoke to me was “limp”. We all limp and many of us tend to use it as our excuse for things that don’t go our way. You took one of God’s greatest gifts, choice, and made something of your limp and didn’t allow it to become your excuse. You chose to live life regardless of the circumstances that physically or emotionally caused you to limp.

I am certainly taking time to reflect on the “limps” in my life. God has blessed my family and me so much, yet it’s easy to focus on the limps. God put people onto our paths and He put you on mine to shake me up. Thank you for your message of hope and inspiration. I look forward to crossing paths again."
- Rich Zeck – Proprietor
Frenz Coffee House
Rockford, Michigan

"A must read for anyone who's ever been told to give up on their dreams. Greg's message is a powerful reminder that through persistence, passion and goals, we can achieve anything we desire. Thanks for sharing your message with us!"
- Tony Rubleski – Author: Mind Capture (book)
President
Mind Capture Group

"I love your book "The Breathing Blanket". It is the most motivational and inspirational book that I have read in the last 3 years. I have recommended it to all of my friends and purchases several copies to share with others."

"I wish you much success and appreciate you sharing your life and this story with me and others."
- Jan Hall
President & CEO
Advertising In Motion, LLC

"In The Breathing Blanket, Greg gives his account and perspective on the importance of listening in our everyday lives. Greg also reminds us that God has a reason for each and everything that happens in our lives. It has been my experience that by merely listening to people, our lives are so much more enriched and blessed."
- Lori Brooks
Independent Mary Kay Consultant
Mary Kay

“A wonderful - - - can’t put down read! Greg’s story of human courage and inspiration will touch your lifes. Each of us can use this book’s story as a rich source of personal growth and encouragement. Well done, Greg!”
- Michael D. Sulgrove
Scout Executive / CEO
Gerald R. Ford Council Boy Scouts of America

“If readers read this story with listening minds, they will discover the defining moments of their own lives and can affirm a positive path in their future.”
- Lee Lebbin Library
Director (Retired)
Grand Valley State University

“An incredibly touching and inspiring book. The message that Greg conveys through a description of his life and accomplishments is an awesome gift to any reader.”
- Michael A. Zagaroli
Attorney

“Greg’s signature story demonstrates a powerful struggle throughout his journey in life. He provides living proof of how tremendous will power and listening to your inner self can overcome personal, physical and mental limitations. Greg has become independent, successful and an inspiration to others. His embrace of life and advice in “The Breathing Blanket” is a wonderful example for all to embrace.
- Burr J. Smith
Retired Traffic & Safety Consultant -- AAA of Michigan and
Former Educator and Police Officer

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Testimonials Section II: Celebrate Selling (Book)

“The new world of business demands salespeople who listen, understand, and deliver. This book is a road map to success.”
- Barbara Geraghty
Visionary Selling

“What’s better than getting sales tips from a top, nationally recognized sales trainer? Getting sales tips from eleven top, nationally recognized sales trainers. A wonderful concept with tremendous results.”
- Robert L. Jolles
Customer Centered Selling

“This is a book about winning customers, not orders. Highly readable, with illustrative anecdotes, it guides the reader in how to build relationships with customers, to be a consultant and even more to your customers! A must for small and large businesses.”
- Herman Holtz
How to Succeed as an Independent Consultant

“Just when you think you’ve read it all about selling, along comes a book like Celebrate Selling . . . I predict a substantial increase in income for any sales-minded reader of this excellent book.”
- Jay Conrad Levinson
Guerrilla Marketing series of books

“Success is not about knowing your customer. It’s about your customers knowing you. That’s exactly where this new book can help take you.”
- Jack Trout
The New Positioning and The Power of Simplicity

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Testimonials Section III: Keynotes / Workshops

“Thank you so much for the classes that you have conducted regarding Listening.
By going to the classes I have been able to increase my listening skills. The classes have given me a greater appreciation for listening and increased my awareness. The skills that I have developed through these classes have helped enrich my life both personally and professionally.
I highly recommend your courses to others interested in improving their lives.”
- Jan Hall
President & CEO Advertising in Motion

" I just wanted to say THANKS' for taking the time from your busy schedule to present, 'Utilizing the Power of Effective Listening', at the Leadership Series. I personally found the interaction during the listening activities to be very helpful ... Seminars such as these are vital to each and every business person in both their professional as well as personal lives and we were very happy to have you with us"
- Bryant C. Goudelock
Former President Wyoming Area Chamber of Commerce

"Thank you so much for your presentation to our leadership team at Philmont. I thought your remarks were right on point and brought a perspective that might not have been considered previously. Your insights will only help us be a better leadership team and council.”
- Keith Burns
Past President
Gerald R. Ford Council Boy Scouts of America

"The response from those in attendance tells me they learned the principles of effective listening and will be better prepared to apply these newly acquired skills in their business as well as personal lives. That accomplishes my goal for this Leadership Conference."
- Paul K Sewn
Past President Ohio State Association Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors, Inc. – PHCC

"Thank you for providing us with a refreshing and thought provoking morning in supporting and helping to reinforce our focus on improved customer service. All of the staff participating from Girl Scouts of Michigan Pine and Dunes Council were grateful to you for providing a very positive workshop centering on how to actually, “Utilize the Power of Effective Listening” in handling our internal and external customer service concerns."

"Our staff members really appreciated your ability to create an atmosphere of openness and a willingness to share. This positive atmosphere allowed them to be able to acquire a deeper understanding of the principles involved in how to "Utilize the Power of Effective Listening" that each of us possess."
- Peggy E. Scouten
Executive Director/CEO
Girl Scouts of Michigan Pine and Dunes Council

"We found your presentation to be both captivating and informative. Our staff was impressed with your listening and communications presentation and found it very easy to talk with you. Your presentation was clearly the highlight of our retreat. More important, as managers for our programs in Community Mental Health, we found the materials presented in your workshop for our staff have helped them add useful additional skills in the areas (of listening and communication abilities. This will positively benefit their working with other professionals on our Treatment Teams as well as the consumers and families they serve."
- William J. Millar
Community Mental Health Services Kalamazoo County Government