In 2006 Will Bowen was the minister of a small midwestern church delivering a series on prosperity. Will noticed that his congregation all said they wanted greater prosperity- that is: more stuff. But, they all complained about what they already had.
He suggested everyone try and break the complaining habit by going 21 days in a row without complaining.
Will gave purple rubber bracelets to everyone in attendance urging them to put the bracelet on either wrist and switch it to the other wrist with every spoken complaint.
Will’s idea EXPLODED around the world.
Previous experience:
Will has been featured on Oprah, The Today Show, Dr. Oz, CBS Sunday Morning, The ABC Evening News, Newsweek, People magazine, Forbes magazine, O magazine, and Chicken Soup for the Soul.
So far, more than 11 million complaint bracelets have been distributed worldwide. The six millionth Complaint Free® bracelet was personally presented by Will to the late Dr. Maya Angelou.
Will has written 5 books (so far) that have sold in excess of 3 million copies and have been translated into more than 25 languages. Will travels the world motivating businesses and organizations of every size, from conference rooms to amphitheatres. His presentation clears up the “ear pollution” of complaining in a way that is engaging, inspiring and funny!
Talking Points
Complaint Free Business
Business executives and employees deal with hundreds of complaints on a daily basis - complaining coworkers, complaining customers. Complaint Free Business
When you hire Will, attendees will learn:
- Chronic complaining’s destructive effects on success, health, and relationships
- What is (and isn’t) a complaint? (this will surprise you)
- (5) reasons people complain -- as remembered by the acronym G.R.I.P.E.
- How to get other people (and ourselves) to stop complaining
- (1) simple mindfulness tool that will supercharge your life for success
Everyone will leave inspired, mindful of their own complaints, and motivated to approach complaining customers and co-workers with new, simple and effective strategies.
Drop Stress & Increase Focus
A team that is focused and engaged (rather than haggard and stressed) collaborates better, is more loyal, has less absenteeism, and is FAR more successful. Drop Stress & Increase Focus
Learn:
- The “Focus Secret” used by Google, Apple, and other top companies and how you can use it starting right away
- Practical ways to decrease stress leading to a happier, healthier, more successful life
- Techniques to increase mental clarity fast -- whenever and wherever you need it
- Proven methods to relax and focus your mind that take no time out of your day
- Powerful ways to reframe negative problems into positive opportunities
Everyone will be inspired, encouraged, and motivated to make simple and powerful shifts that will reduce stress, improve workplace harmony, productivity, and morale.
Video
Will Bowen - Complaint Free Keynote
In 2006 Will Bowen was the minister of a small midwestern church delivering a series on prosperity. Will noticed that his congregation all said they wanted greater prosperity- that is: more stuff. But, they all complained about what they already had. He suggested everyone try and break the complaining habit by going 21 days in a row without complaining.M.I.N.D.F.U.L. -- 7 Keys to Refueling Your Life For Success.
Today, it's not uncommon to be staring at 2 to 3 screens at the same time. Our attention is scattered like rain on a windshield. It's possible, even with today's distractions, to focus your mind and reframe your life so that you reduce stress, increase focus and become more effective. While, simultaneously, becoming happier in the process.
