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Speaking engagements

Dr. McFadden works with churches, businesses, civic groups and professional organizations on marriage seminars, relationship-building events and training or in-service sessions.

His seminars are interactive, fun and give attendees tangible results. Past audiences say he has a great sense of humor, relates well to people, brings a lot of enthusiasm and does a great job of holding people’s attention.

He gives motivational talks of 20–40 minutes, and in-service presentations of 30–60 minutes, half a day or a whole day, adapted to the needs of your organization.

Get in touch to discuss your budget, topic, dates and venue, and he will put together a talk or training that fits.

Dr. McFadden with his mountain bike at the finish line of the Austin Rattler 60-mile race
“How to climb any mountain”: Dr. McFadden at the finish of a 60-mile mountain bike race

Popular topics

Talks he gives

“How to climb any mountain”

Based on Dr. McFadden’s cycling journey to the top of the highest paved road in the world, in the Andes: principles for accomplishing any great challenge, at work and at home.

“Making things happen”

The difference between dreamers and talkers and the people who really make things happen, and the steps they use to put dreams into motion.

“Respect in the workplace”

Five basic respect needs each of us has, the ways we show disrespect without knowing it, and exercises to think through how we treat colleagues.

“How to listen in the workplace”

The companion talk: listening factors, four listening skills, exercises during the talk and a little homework.

“Working as a team”

The characteristics of team players and great teams, with team-building activities.

“Conflict resolution”

Effective steps for handling conflict at work, with exercises to put them into practice.

Get in touch

Ask about a date

Call or text 630-333-3202, or send a short note with your topic, dates and venue.