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About
Jim “The Rookie” Morris is a remarkable individual whose journey from high school science teacher and coach in West Texas to Major League Baseball pitcher is nothing short of inspiring. At the age of 35, Jim defied the odds and made it to the big leagues, a story that captured the world’s attention and was immortalized in the Disney movie The Rookie, starring Dennis Quaid.
Jim spent two seasons with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, reaching speeds up to 102 mph, but he chose to retire to focus on raising his children. Since then, Jim has been a motivational speaker, traveling around the globe to inspire audiences to follow their dreams and never give up. He shares his story and lessons learned in his book, Dream Makers: Surround Yourself with the Best to Be Your Best, where he highlights the people who helped him along his journey—his Dream Makers.
In addition to his career as a motivational speaker, Jim has earned numerous accolades, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Bobby Bragan Youth Foundation and a CAMIE Award for Character and Morality in Entertainment for The Rookie. His philanthropic work includes involvement with organizations such as BCFS, Arms of Hope, and the Texas Youth Commission, as well as the creation of his own foundation in 2015 to support underserved communities and children.
Jim and his wife, Shawna, have raised five children and live near San Antonio, continuing to lead lives filled with inspiration, service, and dedication to helping others.
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DREAM MAKERS: SURROUND YOURSELF WITH THE BEST TO BE YOUR BEST
We all have dream makers and dream killers in our lives. Learn how to differentiate between the two and how to surround yourself with the best people possible to make you the best you can be! Jim takes you through his life story sharing how dream makers and dream killers shaped him into the man he is today.
A popular presentation that will keep your audience captivated as they move from laughter to tears and back again. Inspiration and motivation at its best!
REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE
“Remember who you are” teaches audiences about the importance of integrity in all areas of life. Jim tells personal stories about keeping promises, walking the talk, and what you do when no one is watching you at all…makes you who you are.
A powerful reminder Jim heard daily from his mentor and grandfather, “remember who you are,” helped shape who Jim Morris is today.
FINDING A MENTOR AND BECOMING A LEADER
In “finding a mentor and becoming a leader,” Jim focuses on being the mentor for others that you would want for yourself. While being that dream maker for another and by surrounding yourself with the best people to bring out the best in you, you give yourself and others the best chance for success. Jim tells his own story of defeat while believing the wrong kind of people and shares about his successes while surrounded by key people who helped him believe in himself and pushed him to be the man he is today.
Finding a Mentor and Becoming a Leader’s speaking point, will bring your audience along for an entertaining ride of self-reflection and inspiration to be your best and help others along the way.
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Testimonials
6 people have recommended this speaker
“Immediately following his session I was flooded with feedback about how great the session was. He was truly inspirational and a perfect fit for our group.”
“You hit it out of the ballpark! Response to our annual attendee survey confirms what people told me: They loved your presentation and found it valuable.”
“Jim Morris may be the best session ending speaker I've heard in at least a decade of attending these conferences.”
“Jim was awesome! Everyone loved him. He was the perfect way to start our day”
“Jim “The Rookie” Morris was a real dream to work with and his message was perfect for our attendees – all of whom are in the “people” business. Jim’s story and journey is so down-to-earth, humorous and inspiring…he truly set the tone for our 2016 TAF&E Convention & Trade Show and we couldn’t have chosen anyone better or a better message! There isn’t a group who wouldn’t benefit from experiencing Jim Morris – Book it TODAY!!”
“The 2006 Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) Annual Meeting is over yet because of you its greatness will not be forgotten… We greatly appreciate the time and effort you extended for your participation as a speaker. Thank you for your outstanding performance and for helping make this Annual Meeting such a success.”
“Immediately following his session I was flooded with feedback about how great the session was. He was truly inspirational and a perfect fit for our group.”