#1 Bestselling Author, Wall Street Journal/#2 TEDxTalk in the World
Winner of Kicking & Screaming Survival Competition, Fox Network
World Class International Keynote Speaker
TOPICS - • Adversity • Goal Setting • Inspirational
• Manufacturing • Motivation • Organizational Change
• Public Speaking
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Los Angeles Magazine Names Terry L. Fossum as PERSON OF THE YEAR!
“As the opening keynote for our Expo, Terry got a standing ovation and set the tone for the entire conference. Without doubt, the best speaker we’ve ever had.”
-Conney Edmondson, Executive Director, Central Wisconsin Manufacturing Alliance
“Terry was the single best speaker we’ve ever had at one of our events.”
-Adam Hutchinson, Executive Director, Northwest Concrete Masonry Association
“I just want to thank you for a job well done. The guest speaker, Terry Fossum, was ‘Wicked Great”. I spoke to a number of attendees that have been too many events where there have been guest speakers and by far Terry was the best they have ever seen and heard. I also felt he was the best that I have ever had the pleasure of hearing.”
-Stephen Hinger, President, Drum Rock Products
“Terry’s one hour presentation was inspiring and uplifting, resulting in a standing ovation by all in attendance! Our group was extremely pleased that Terry was able to stay and autograph his book. I recommend Terry for anyone looking for a motivating speaker that walks the walk and talks the talks.”
-Craig A. Forman, CLU, ChFC, CLF, Managing Partner, New York Life
Terry L. Fossum has been highly successful in a myriad of industries. He received his degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A & M University, and a commission as an Officer in the United States Air Force, where he became the Executive Officer for an entire Group of Nuclear B-52 Bombers during the Cold War, and was named Officer of the Year at Fairchild Air Force Base, Distinguished Graduate from Squadron Officers’ School, and Philanthropist of the Year for all of Strategic Air Command.
Following that he ventured into marketing, where he became part of the top fraction of 1% of his entire industry, in the world. After marrying an amazing young lady and her three teenage and preteen sons, he retired early to focus full time on being a positive male role model, and raising three honorable men. After that ‘adventure', he was asked to represent all of Boy Scouts of America on a survival reality show prime time on Fox network, and won. Next, he ventured into acting, and won Best Supporting Actor and Fan Favorite at the 2021 Christian film festival, and enjoyed time as a producer, and host of shows such as Made in America.
As an author, his 4th book entitled ’The Oxcart Technique - Blueprint For Success’ became the #1 bestselling book on Wall Street Journal, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble, and bestselling book on USA Today. His TEDx Talk is based on this, and applies Nobel Prize winning science to goal setting, being called “The most significant advancement in the science of goal setting in recent history” by Forrest M. Mims, III, named ‘one of 50 best brains in science’ by Discover Magazine.
He holds a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. He’s a global adventurer, with fun-filled treks like solo backpacking deep into the Arctic Circle, survival in the Amazon Jungle, searching the mountains of Rwanda for the elusive Silverback Gorillas, and more. He’s a global philanthropist with projects in the U.S., Malawi, and Rwanda. Hey enjoys keynote speaking around the world, where’s he’s often called ’The best speaker we’ve ever had’.
“I am writing this letter recommending Terry Fossum for any high quality speaking engagement in which you need a world-class speaker for, and in particular when you want the speaker to get the audience to take action. This is certainly one of Terry’s specialties. Terry is not only a keynote speaker, but he is also a movie producer, actor, author, leadership expert, and adventurer; and it comes out in his talks/speeches. He keeps you engaged from start to finish, and leaves you thinking…WOW, that was awesome! More importantly, he will get your audience to take action!
-Richard A. Castleberry, MBA, Director of Full-Time MBA and MS Business Programs, Texas A&M University
“Terry Fossum recently delivered the keynote address for our annual Washington Food Industry Association event. He was awesome! Terry captured the attention and imagination of the audience as he shared compelling stories and lessons learned during his formative years, that have allowed him to “Blow the Bolts” in challenging himself to overcome self-imposed barriers to success. The stories of his success as a reality TV survival show participant and those of his brother’s path to success as a NASA astronaut were great examples of Terry’s message of following your passion and removing the roadblocks that stand in the way of achieving your dreams. Every member of the audience will enjoy the engaging presentation and leave with the determination to become their best self.”
-Jeff Phillips, President, Washington Food Industry Association
“During Terry’s presentation; his energy, passion and storytelling style captivated everyone in attendance. His message was spot on for motivating our student winners as well as our members to go out and persevere in the pursuit of their goals and dreams. Terry is definitely the best speaker we have had the pleasure to hear at this event in many years!”
-Adrienne Torre, Past President, Spokane Executive Women’s International
“Terry Fossum has been a speaker at several different events over the last 5 years for One Team Global. Thousands of our distributors have listened to Terry’s dynamic presentations. Terry’s delivery hits with impact and is powerful. He punctuates his key points in such a way that the audience takes a way the key points of his presentations.
He is great for a small group of 10 to 15 or for audiences over 1,000. I have seen him connect with all of them.”
-Nathan Ricks, OTG Founder
“Your speeches have been fascinating, dynamic, and enthusiastically received by our audiences!
You bring an incredible amount of energy, optimism, and passion to your speeches. Your life story is fascinating, your message is inspiring, and your delivery is fantastic. Everyone walks away with a smile on their face and excited about the possibilities that are ahead of them.
I appreciate that you effectively tailor each speech to the specific audience and I have had the benefit to see how you flawlessly integrate the purpose of each event into the message you deliver.
We are very grateful for your involvement in our events and the powerful impact of your speeches. I enthusiastically recommend you to other groups desiring an enthusiastic, interesting, and inspiring speaker.”
-Tim McCandless, Scout Executive, Boy Scouts of America
Secrets of the Network Marketing Millionaire: An Insider's Guide to Achieving Ultimate Success
Network Marketing done wrong can be your worst nightmare. Network Marketing done right can be a dream come true. Having the right information from someone who has experienced both and made over a million dollars in MLM can mean the difference for you.
The Simple Guide to Public Speaking: Without Losing Your Lunch
Advanced public speaking skills separate those who inspire from those who merely inform; those who lead from those who follow; those who exude confidence from those who fade into the shadows. And yet, for many, it’s a fate worse than death. This one skill could be keeping you from achieving all you can, from making the difference you want to make in the world around you. It doesn’t have to. In this short book, renown inspirational speaker Terry L. Fossum shares his biggest secrets of going from shyness to greatness; from growing up in a small border town to captivating audiences around the world. Highly recommended by academia, corporate leaders, military leaders, professional speakers, and even astronauts and pageant winners, this easy-to-read guide helps the novice overcome their fears, and the expert hone their skills.
Passion to Move Mountains: The Oxcart Technique
Most of us have set goals we didn't reach. Whether it was losing weight, performing better in our jobs or businesses, having happy relationships, saving for retirement, getting over an addiction, or whatever else, we started off with the best intent. We were really going to do it this time! But, for some reason, our passion faded over time, and life just seems to have gotten in the way. Before we knew it, nothing had changed, and our goal eluded us, once again.Not any more. Passion to Move Mountains - The Oxcart Technique is a complete game-changer. Whatever your goal may be, you'll have a step-by-step plan of daily actions and, more importantly, the motivation to help make sure you stay on course and reach your goals, once and for all. It's time.
The Oxcart Technique: Blueprint for Success
If you've ever reached for a goal and failed, you're not alone. 92% of people who set goals fail; and there's a reason why: Most of what we've been taught about goal setting is incomplete, or just, plain wrong! In this #1 bestselling book on Wall Street Journal, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble, and bestseller on USA Today, international businessman, philanthropist and Survival Reality Show Winner Terry L. Fossum divulges the missing link that's helped him, and many others, reach goals they never expected possible.
Highly recommended by internationally renown experts like T. Harv Eker, Marshall Goldsmith, and many more, and the subject of Terry's TEDxTalk, The Oxcart Technique - Blueprint For Success will help you overcome the obstacles that have held you back, and allow you to succeed at virtually any goal you can imagine!