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(21 words): Tom Leu is a leading "communichologist" teaching how compelling communication skills married with provocative psychological insights produce relevant real-world results.

Tom Leu, M.S. is a speaker, photographer, and musician from Rockford, IL. Tom has degrees in Psychology and Sociology and has trained with the world's leading personal development organizations including the Tony Robbins and Steven Covey companies. Blending his passions for communications, psychology, and photography, Tom challenges audiences to "see things" literally through lenses and figuratively despite filters™...

Specialization:

Communicational Psychology ("communichology™") - Presentations & Themes

"Communichology" is an art and science exploring the often-overlooked and misunderstood relationship between communication (styles and skills) and psychology. Tom's presentations uncover the how and why this dynamic intersection ultimately affects what people do and don't do, day-to-day, moment-to-moment.

KEYNOTES/BREAK OUT sessions: (click on titles for details)

"Seeing Things" - Literally through Lenses; Figuratively despite Filters. How Perceptions Shape Outcomes

"Tuning Into WIIFM" - Delivering Compelling Content with Real-World Relevance

Additional titles:

“The Unforgettable Fire: How to Make Your Product, Business, or Brand Stick-Out instead of Blend-In”

“The RockStar Way - 10 Tenents to Be the Best at What You Do the Best”

“Human Relations: Not-So-Common-Sense”

“Impressions & Approachability – How to Win Before You Begin”

“Emotional & Social Intelligences - the New 'Smart' (that you can't phone-in)... at Home & on the Job”

“The Success Psychology Behind Powerful Persuasion and Influence Strategies”

“Escaping Suite Oblivion - from Recovery to Discovery One Step at a Time”

“Effective Resume Writing & Interviewing Skills Workshop”

“Beyond the Lecture - Exposing the Mythology, Psychology and Reality of Distance Learning”

Tom's cogent and sententious style speaks to both youth and adults alike as he draws from his experiences as an award-winning account executive and sales trainer, college instructor and administrator, TV host, radio producer, musician and entrepreneur. Tom has written hundreds of inspirational articles, published the Musician's Corner® series of articles, books and audio books, and produces numerous other motivational audio and video programs. Tom's cutting edge style and contemporary delivery engage listeners from the start, blending the insights of teacher and the encouragement of a coach, with the energy and excitement of a rock concert. Participants at Tom's live presentations leave with valuable lessons and insights to apply immediately.

Tom is available for keynote speaking engagements and breakout sessions at conferences, corporations, retreats, schools, youth groups, institutions, and entertainment-industry events.

Speaker Bio:

Tom Leu, M.S. is a Member of the National Speakers Association and the Distance Learning Department Chair at Rockford Career College in Rockford, IL. With degrees in Psychology and Sociology, Tom is an expert on the art and science of “communichology™” – where communication and psychology collide. Tom frequently writes and speaks on topics pertaining to emotional and social intelligences, persuasion and influence, college and career success skills, and eLearning strategies among others. Tom’s professional career includes extensive experience as an award-winning sales and marketing executive, corporate trainer, recruiter, radio and television host, business owner, writer and photographer.

Reviews:

"The overall response to Tom's session "Tuning into WIIFM-Delivering Compelling Content With Real-World Relevance" was outstanding! Many folks asked for him to return to our event again next year. We would love to have Tom on the roster again! Tom's professional contributions are greatly appreciated!"

- Ann Mickelson, Minnesota Career College Association

“Tom is a fascinating person with many talents. It has truly been my pleasure to work and know Mr. Leu. I have had the great fortune to know Tom for the past three years. I have observed his professionalism and his passion for our students on a daily basis. This, however, is only one side of Tom. His greatest strength is his ability to be an independent thinker with his own philosophy on life and business. Every time you think that you know everything about him that you could possibly know, you learn another amazing talent that he possesses." "His eye for photography only glorifies his perceptions of the world and how he is is perpetually "seeing things."

- David Julius, Director of Admissions, Rockford Career College

"Outstanding! It was a sincere pleasure to meet and work with Tom. Tom is a true professional ~~ easy to work with, genuine, compassionate, fun, and knowledgeable about the subject matter at hand."

- Kathleen Siedenburg, former President, Junior Achievement of Rock River Valley