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Parent, Educator, Author Dan Blanchard the Award Winning Author and Speaker, two-time Junior Olympian Wrestler, and two-time Junior Olympian Wrestling Coach who grew up as a student-athlete. Dan admits that as a youth he was more of an athlete than a student. Since then, Dan has successfully completed twelve years of college and has earned seven degrees. He teaches Social Studies in Connecticut’s largest inner-city high school. In addition, Dan is a Teacher Consultant for the University of Connecticut’s Connecticut Writing Project. He was chosen by the American Federation of Teachers as their face and voice of educational reform. Dan has authored the two dynamic teen leadership books, Feeling Lucky? and Feeling Good. His third book of the Granddaddy’s Secrets series, Feeling Strong! will be out next winter. As an educator, coach, author, and speaker Dan feels that it is his duty to positively influence our youth every chance that he gets! He lives with his wife, Jennifer, their five children, and family dog, Daisy.

From Dan’s TEDx Talk to Yours: Valuable Lessons and TEDx Tips BLOG 50

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Dan’s TEDx Talk: Breaking Free from Routine: How to Live a More Exciting Life!   Inspiration Beyond the Classroom: A Teacher’s Impact  In my TEDx Talk, I hit on inspiration beyond the classroom and a teacher’s impact, where I illuminate a potent success strategy: fostering inspiration. Beyond imparting mere knowledge, teachers wield the profound ability …

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Pricing for Prosperity: Strategies for Well-Paid Speeches In the world of professional speaking, determining the right price for your expertise can be a challenging yet crucial aspect of your career. Whether you’re an established speaker or just starting out, understanding pricing strategies is essential for achieving financial prosperity and sustaining a successful speaking business. One …

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THE STORM Blog/Chapter 5: It’s Already in You  “Happiness does not come from the pursuit of success but from the journey of self-improvement and contentment.” – Unknown   Why This Matters: Chapter 5, “It’s Already in YOU!,” delves into the profound wisdom of contentment and self-improvement passed down from Granddaddy. The chapter challenges the conventional …

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Pricing Prosperity: Strategies for Profitable Book Sales In the realm of publishing, pricing your book appropriately is paramount to its success. As an author, navigating the delicate balance between maximizing profits and ensuring accessibility for readers can be a daunting task. Price mismanagement can significantly impact your book’s reception and your bottom line. Let’s delve …

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Dan’s TEDx Talk: Breaking Free from Routine: How to Live a More Exciting Life!   From Fear to Fearlessness: Embracing Life’s Challenges  In my TEDx Talk, I hit on the winning concept of from fear to fearlessness and embracing life’s challenges, and how the essence of success lies in our response to fear. Fear often …

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Content Consistency: The Key to Speaker Stardom In the dynamic world of professional speaking, consistency is the cornerstone of success. Yet, many speakers grapple with the fear of inconsistent content, which can hinder their journey to stardom. Consistency isn’t merely about delivering the same speech verbatim at every event. Instead, it’s about maintaining a cohesive …

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