JOE KLIMCHAK
IN-GAME HOST, PITTSBURGH PIRATES
ENERGIZE INSPIRE MOTIVATE
Joe Klimchak is a growth mindset keynote speaker with a message that empowers professionals to overcome adversity and optimize performance.
"Joe's story is incredible and his presentation set the perfect tone at our Solutions Summit. His impactful message drew so much positive feedback from our team members! It was fabulous. 5++++++ stars all around!" -Misty Paquet, Senior Human Resources Manager, ABB Inc.
“Joe's story resonated deeply with everyone in attendance, leaving us all inspired to tackle our own challenges with renewed determination!” -Kait Hensler, Leadership Development Coordinator, West Shore Home
“Many of our attendees shared with me how inspired they were by your story, with more than a few saying they could have listened to you for hours.” -Kristin Consuegra, Assistant Commissioner, Presidents' Athletic Conference
“Joe's presentation was an inspiration to our team. You won't find his message in a business school lecture, and the way he articulated it was impactful." -Steve Dean, President, DAI Management Consultants
JOE'S MESSAGE
As a child, the only thing Joe Klimchak loved more than his hometown Pittsburgh Pirates was the stadium announcer, whose warm baritone voice inspired him to do the same one day. To make it to the majors, though, Joe would have to overcome a speech impediment and other obstacles, and today he shares his roundabout journey to the big leagues to help employees embrace challenges and drive business growth through continuous learning and personal skill development.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
As professionals, we all want to stand out in our careers and achieve our version of the "big leagues." The problem is, many of us feel stuck in “ordinary”— believing that success belongs only to the chosen few with charisma, connections, or credentials.
But here’s the truth: success doesn’t start with what you do—it starts with who you are. And the vast majority of successful people … are average.
In his presentation titled “Battling Average: How Ordinary Joes Achieve Extraordinary Dreams,” Joe shares his unlikely journey from a shy, ordinary kid with a lisp to the field of a Major League Baseball ballpark. With humor, heart, and a deep dose of authenticity, he shows audiences how to approach failure, prepare for luck, and what it really means to bring their “A game.”
Through Joe’s inspirational and heartwarming story, your audience will discover that greatness isn’t about instant success, it’s about embracing your ordinary.
ACTIONABLE TAKEAWAYS
After this session, participants will be able to:
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Identify and challenge limiting beliefs that sabotage performance
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Leverage their authentic story as a source of strength, not shame
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Step into opportunities even when they feel unqualified or unready
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Reignite the mindset of possibility, persistence, and presence
As Featured By
“It's a classic American story.”
