Rick Lewis - Truly Different Motivation & Comedy - Motivational Speaker - Scottsdale, AZ - Hero Main
Rick Lewis - Truly Different Motivation & Comedy - Motivational Speaker - Scottsdale, AZ - Hero Gallery 1
Rick Lewis - Truly Different Motivation & Comedy - Motivational Speaker - Scottsdale, AZ - Hero Gallery 2
Rick Lewis - Truly Different Motivation & Comedy - Motivational Speaker - Scottsdale, AZ - Hero Gallery 3
Rick Lewis - Truly Different Motivation & Comedy - Motivational Speaker - Scottsdale, AZ - Hero Gallery 4

Rick Lewis - Truly Different Motivation & Comedy Motivational Speaker from Scottsdale, AZ

Will travel up to 3000 miles

  • Avg 5.0 | 18 Reviews
  • 18 Verified Bookings
  • Member Since 2008
  • 4 Awards & Badges
  • Virtual Services Offered
  • Starting at $3,500 per event

About Vendor 

Learn more about this vendor for your event.

You want something different for your event. Something both fun and inspirational to mix it up so you aren't bringing the same old thing to your audience. Because your audience has seen it all before. Rick Lewis speaker, author and entertainer provides something truly different, both entertaining and inspirational, for meeting attendees who have seen the same sorts of motivational speakers again and again. Rick's approach is a unique blend of education, thought-leadership, theater, comedy and inspirational message. He starts off at your event dressed identically to the serving staff at the meeting venue and pretends to be a waiter who gets more and more odd and eccentric over the course of the meal. By the end of the meal your guests will be in whispered conversation about how this server ever got his job and how he's keeping it. Rick arrives on stage at the end of the meal after the banquet captain explains that his "new server" would like to apologize for being so nervous and inept. Rick shuffles out on stage looking nervous and starts stammering for words, drawing the group further into the ruse until he finally reveals that he is actually the keynote speaker. This is an awesome moment that you will have a huge amount of fun watching your audience react to since you have been in on it all along. After the laughter and groans die down Rick delivers a comedic and inspirational message about how humans tend to behave when they face unexpected situations, when things aren't going according to plan or they face challenges and difficult conversations with others. Rick uses this experience with him as their waiter as an example of how outcomes can be improved when facing difficulties by learning to RESPOND instead of REACT. Rick shares hidden camera photos from hundreds of his events to illustrate how silly we can behave when we're functioning on auto-pilot and what wonderful results we can inspire from others when we're paying attention, responding at our best and bringing kindness, humor and creativity to the challenges of everyday life and work. This motivational presentation is a blend of theater, current neuro-scientific research, stand-up comedy, and cutting edge psychology that shows your guests how they can engage in effective professional development on their own power each and every day they come to work. Rick has presented in the meeting business for decades and has many hundreds of thrilled corporate clients who call upon him when they want something different for audiences who have seen it all yet need to be deeply engaged and inspired by fresh content. The basic keynote described above can easily be customized to support meeting themes of: -Teamwork -Leadership -Innovation -Sales -Customer Service -Stress Management -Communication The presentation is especially suited to sales teams and customer service reps whose success hinges entirely on the skill of creating strong relationships in difficult circumstances. It works equally well for small business owners and entrepreneurs or entrepreneurial cultures where individuals are encouraged to think on their feet, take effective action and show initiative in solving problems and creating results. Rick has three business books that can also be provided at your event if you'd like your guests to walk away with something in hand for further inspiration. BOOK One - Confident Under Pressure - Discover the Hidden Advantages of Stress This book shows how and why a sense of confidence is essential to professional and organizational development, how we can embrace challenges for learning and growth, and how stress and difficult conversations can be turned to everyone's advantage. BOOK Two - 7 Rules You Were Born to Break - How Intelligent Misbehavior Can Help You and Your Organization Thrive This books shows how today's professionals can think outside the box successfully, challenge norms for the benefit of the company, innovate, problem solve and evolve products and services while having fun doing it. BOOK Three - The Power of Losing Control - 53 Actions of Natural Authority & Authentic Leadership This book provides unique leadership tips and techniques for engaging others as a way to inspire exceptional performance, great teamwork, sales growth, superior customer service and vibrant company culture. Rick also provides a free follow-up course, delivered by email, that guests can sign up for called "Games for Confidence" which are simple exercises that support them to keep their own professional development active and effective. If you're intrigued by what you've read, give Rick a call and discuss your event and needs in more detail. Or if you'd like to see Rick in action watch the videos attached to this profile.

Services 

View a list of services offered by this vendor.

Reviews 

Check out these verified reviews from bookings on The Bash.

Avg 5.0 | 18 Reviews

See all 18 Reviews

Sort:

Review by Rebecca D.

Awards Night PartyReviewed on January 5, 2010From Phoenix, AZ

I organized an employee recognition event and hired Rick Lewis. He exceeded my expectations. Here is unsolicited feedback: "Presenter was excellent." "In my 30 years with the agency this was definitely one of the best awards program." "The motivational speaker was AMAZINGLY FUNNY!" "Great job getting the performer. Many years we've had less-than mediocre speakers, and this guy was a riot... and got a great message across. I especially like the fact that he really only spoke for a few minutes, but his messages were conveyed through the entire performance. Very smart!" "Everyone I talked to enjoyed the Awards Day this year. The best in my 21 years here in AZ!"

Review by Becca F.

Corporate FunctionReviewed on December 16, 2009From Blanding, UT

Absolutely Amazing! Everyone in the audience was laughing and if they weren't... he made sure they did. He made wonderful use of the audience and had constant attention from the whole room! Very captivating, exciting and coporate friendly. He was very accomadating to our needs and requests and was a perfect choice for our event! Thanks for everything Rick!

Review by Tracy W.

Community EventReviewed on May 23, 2008From Flagstaff, AZ

Rick Lewis-The World's Funniest Waiter provided our event with nothing but professionalism from start to finish. He was very accommodating to our needs. As far as the entertainment is concerned, Rick Lewis presented an outrageously funny act that received nothing but positive feedback for the remainder of the day. The most common comment was, "Best event ever!" I believe this is due to Rick's performance. We were very lucky to have found this true artist & entertainer. Not to mention,very proud to have provided our audience a perfect show for the occasion!

Awards & Badges 

See why this vendor is top rated on The Bash.

Booked Events 

: The Bash Verified Bookings

Upcoming Events

No upcoming events

Past Events

March 1, 2018 • Event
Thu6:00 PM - 8:30 PM Olympia, WA
January 19, 2017 • Meeting
Thu11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Phoenix, AZ
January 15, 2013 • Corporate Function
Tue11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Tempe, AZ
January 12, 2013 • Convention
Sat1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Mesa, AZ
April 13, 2011 • Corporate Function
Wed3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Scottsdale, AZ
March 12, 2011 • Awards Night Party
Sat8:30 PM - 9:30 PM Vancouver, BC
December 16, 2010 • Christmas Party
Thu7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Mesa, AZ
November 19, 2010 • Corporate Function
Fri7:00 AM - 9:00 AM Vancouver, BC
December 10, 2009 • Corporate Function
Thu6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Blanding, UT
December 1, 2009 • Awards Night Party
Tue11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Phoenix, AZ
October 15, 2009 • Trade Show
Thu8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Phoenix, AZ
October 14, 2009 • Convention
Wed8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Scottsdale, AZ

Share Rick Lewis - Truly Different Motivation & Comedy

Information displayed on this page is courtesy of Rick Lewis - Truly Different Motivation & Comedy

Plan, book, celebrate—with confidence

Find Motivational Speakers in Scottsdale, AZ to bring your event to life.

Badge with check mark

Trusted Vendors

With verified reviews and thousands of ratings, it's easy to book the perfect Motivational Speakers for all types of events in Scottsdale, AZ—no matter how big or small.

credit card protected by a shield

Free Booking Platform

It's free to book and make secure online payments through The Bash. Once the booking for your selected Motivational Speaker is confirmed, it's covered by our Booking Guarantee.

envelope and phone with 5 stars

Top-Rated Service

Our US based team of Account Specialists are here to help every step of the way. Since 1997, we've connected planners with vendors for over half a million events.