I expect to make an impact.
And I like the pressure that comes with that.

MICHAEL CANIC, PHD

About Michael Canic

WHO IS MICHAEL CANIC?

“My goal is to create positive and significant inflection points in the lives of organizations. I love working with committed leaders who value the power of partnerships. What you can expect from me is what I value: excellence, integrity, and positive energy.”

Who is Michael outside of work?

“I’ve always loved travel and adventure. My wife Bernadine and I have been to more than 40 countries. Whether it’s journeying by camel in the Sahara, trekking the mountains of Northern Pakistan, or canoeing on the Amazon, we are always up for adventure.”

“What else ignites my spirit? Mountain activities. Deep discussions about world affairs. And I always enjoy quality sushi paired with a fine, cold sake!”

Consulting with commitment

“What our clients will tell you – and I make this commitment to them – is that ours is the most effective strategic process they’ve experienced. Why? Because it creates focus and alignment, and institutes the discipline required to win.”

More than a feel-good speaker

“My intent as a speaker isn’t simply to inspire. It’s to inspire and equip. When my session is done, I want you to have ready-to-apply concepts and practices that enable you to make a difference. And the motivation to apply them.”

Guiding philosophy

I believe that the relentless alignment of intentions, decisions, and actions is the foundation of success. That’s what I call ruthless consistency. The principles and practices of this are at the core of my consulting, speaking, and writing.

Turkey – Ballooning amongst the “fairy chimneys” in Cappadocia
Argentina – Iguazu, the largest and most spectacular waterfalls in the world
Cambodia – Royal Throne Hall, Phnom Penh
Jordan – A short hike brought us to this lookout above the Treasury at Petra
Japan – Traditional Geisha
Croatia – The island of Hvar is one of over 1000 islands on the Dalmatian Coast
Peru – The classic shot of Machu Picchu
Italy – The surreal blue glow of the Blue Grotto on Capri
Argentina – The Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia
Jordan – Preparing to ride into the Wadi Rum desert
Oman – The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, in Muscat, is a wondrous site
Italy – Positano is built on the steep mountainsides of the Amalfi coast
Cambodia – The ruins of Angkor
Peru – Andean condors have a wingspan of over 10 feet
Italy – The interior of St. Peter’s Basilica is truly awe-inspiring
Japan – Mt. Fuji
Croatia – Plitvice is a world heritage site filled with cascading falls
Jordan – The Wadi Rum desert is an ocean of sand punctuated with mountains
Oman – A dolphin escorting our “dhow” in the Straight of Hormuz
Japan – Nara was the capital of Japan over 1200 years ago
Malta – Sailing in the Maltese archipelago
Cambodia – The jungle overtaking the ruins at Ta Prohm
Italy – Enjoying a sunset on the island of Capri

Corporate leader

“At FedEx, I was responsible for implementing service quality strategy in Western Canada. I learned a lot about the realities of organizational change. Ultimately, our team produced more quality success stories than any other team in the Americas.”

Championship-Winning Coach

“I spent three years coaching college football. I loved the intense focus on achieving a common goal. We won a national championship. Those three years shaped my thinking about commitment, preparation, discipline, and execution.”

PhD – Psychology of Human Performance

“I’ve long been fascinated with how our psychology affects our performance. Goals and expectations, motivation, self-belief, emotional control, cognitive strategies — factors like these play a huge role in how we perform, whether in business, sports, or any other field.”

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