Eric Bailey, CSP

South Central Los Angeles is one of the toughest neighborhoods in America. At the age of 10 Eric was told that he would die on those very streets. Born with a devastating bone disease in both knees, with no access to advanced medical services to correct the problem, he faced incredible odds to elevate himself to a brighter future. Each day he was forced to deal with racism, drug infested surroundings, gang violence, low socio-economic conditions, and a tough school system.

The turning point came at age 14 when Eric began to plan his future. Not by saying, but by doing. Eric trained every morning and studied every evening. He tried out for the school basketball team and went on to take his team to its first and only state championship.

Eric planned, was persistent, and had passion. As a result of those three ingredients he received a basketball scholarship to Boise State University and graduated with a bachelor in marketing and communications.

In 1982 Eric moved to Australia to play basketball in the National Basketball League. He played with the Hobart Devils, Melbourne Tigers, and Gold Coast Rollers. During that time he worked in many customer driven businesses such as sales, promotions, fitness, media, marketing, basketball coaching, and health industries.

After retiring from basketball Eric decided to direct his passion into motivating and activating people. One of his first roles was to host the NBA ALL STAR Weekend Jam Session, becoming the first person to be brought in from outside the USA. At this particular event he was able to combine his communication skills, marketing, sport, and energy to actively energise more than 100,000 people over a three day weekend.

Eric Bailey is now one of the most sought after motivational speakers in the world and has worked hand in hand with the big names of sport and entertainment. His story will move you, his determination will motivate you and his success will inspire you.

MOST REQUESTED TOPICS:
Let's Get Activiated
A healthy workforce is critical to the long-term business success of any company. Your workers need to be as healthy as possible to maximize productivity potential and ensure continued and developing levels of output. Exercise and belief are two of the main contributors to the rebuilding of endorphin and encephalin levels in the brain. Therefore it makes tremendous sense to build our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) around the combination of these two elements.

This is a flexible program allowing individuals to drive their level of input. Employees are comfortable, and non-threatened - they enjoy a sense of belonging while their health, fitness and mental aptitude all improve.

Pump Up The Ball
In the increasing stress of everyday existence we sometimes forget to put air in the ball. Imagine trying to kick a goal with a flat footy, shooting a three point shot with an airless ball, or driving a golf ball without it's core. If you're flat, unenthused and feeling overwhelmed, what you need is a quick burst of fresh air. Just like an athlete replenishes the body with Gatorade, so should you when your batteries are flat!

Experience the one hour Revitalization Program – 'THE WOW FACTOR'. An intense, highly charged presentation guaranteed to motivate and bring a renewed sense of purpose and energy back into your organization.

Take Your Best Shot
This presentation is delivered with serious energy, passion, and core substance. Designed to open a conference, to set the stage for the organizations vision. Music, crowd interaction and participation is a must. Music and light show will add a sense of theatre to the conference.

Coaching Champions in the 21st Century
Regardless of the field or level of business that you compete in, great leadership will always give you an edge over your competitors. The key to good leadership is learning how to influence your team’s behaviour. To do this, you, as their manager, team leader, CEO or coach must fulfil their key individual needs.

Can I Have Your Autograph
Clinching a sale can be hard work. You can spend a lot of time and energy promoting your product or service and addressing your clients’ objections. Before long it appears the client has finally come round and is ready to do business with you. You know in your mind this product or service is definitely what they need and want. Now all you have to do is clinch the deal by asking them to sign their name on the dotted line. But then they say NO! You are shocked and devastated. Where did you go wrong? When your asking for someone's autograph you need to consider that there are five types of buyers. I call them "FANS" and each of them can be sold to if you know how.

Education, Effort, Energy... Get The E-Zone
Getting your team activated doesn't have to mean organizing a formal or complex presentation. As a speaker, Eric's diverse skills and motivational presentations can be delivered in many different forms.

Is Your Attitude Contagious?
Give your event an injection of attitude, energy and purpose. Be prepared to strap yourself in for a roller coaster ride of humour, emotion and drama. When the ride is over, you'll get off with a different attitude to life - an attitude worth catching. People from your work, home, church, sport and neighbourhood will want to know what you caught and where they can get some of it! This new aura will undoubtedly infect others and soon you’ll be giving people the same energy, passion and attitude that you have.

Pursue Your Purpose - The 6 "P" Principals
So many people talk about becoming successful. They want it all – fame, fortune, to make a difference – but it all comes with a price. To be successful you need to be dedicated, work hard and make sacrifices. It can be hard to stay focused, but there are 6 P's that I believe can keep you balanced, driven and focused.

Stress Buster In The E-Zone
One of the main reasons for lack of productivity in the workplace is STRESS. Stress comes from knowing what is right but doing it wrong!

To de-stress let's get out of the office, put on our casual clothes and running shoes and meet at my office – the local indoor basketball court. We'll hit the court and apply some fun and energy to your organizations values, goals, and mission statements. This half day activity will banish that feeling of boredom and staleness that can creep into any organization. Be prepared for some serious FUN!

EDUCATION GROUPS:
Don't Foul Out - High School Edition
Eric points your school leavers in the right direction as he addresses vital topics including: graduation, university, the work force, undecided school leavers, schoolies, drugs and alcohol, sports careers, racial tolerance and reaching dreams.

This is a crucial time for school leavers and the perfect opportunity to make them aware that although one door has closed, a bigger one has now opened.

Don't Foul Out - Primary School Edition
Eric points your primary school student in the right direction as he addresses vital topics including: peer pressure, bullying, the transition between primary and high school, healthy living and self image.

This is a crucial time for children and the perfect opportunity to make them aware that although one door has closed, a bigger one has now opened.

You, Me And Your Teens
Teenagers can often feel misunderstood and sometimes it can lead to anger, stress and worry. This presentation bridges the gap between the teenage and adult worlds making life a little more peaceful and relaxing for everyone involved.

Unfortunately Australia has the highest rate of teen suicide in the world – so don’t leave it too late or think it cant happen to you, your family or your students. By covering the biggest teen issues you can avoid problems and all lead happy, healthy lives.

Pump Up The Ball
In the increasing stress of everyday existence we sometimes forget to put air in the ball. Imagine trying to kick a goal with a flat footy, shooting a three point shot with an airless ball, or driving a golf ball without it's core. If you’re flat, unenthused and feeling overwhelmed, what you need is a quick burst of fresh air. Just like an athlete replenishes the body with Gatorade, so should you when your batteries are flat!

Experience the one hour Revitalization Program – 'THE WOW FACTOR'. An intense, highly charged presentation guaranteed to motivate and bring a renewed sense of purpose and energy back into your students.

Pursue Your Purpose - The 6 "P" Principals
So many people talk about becoming successful. They want it all – fame, fortune, to make a difference – but it all comes with a price. To be successful students need to be dedicated, work hard and make sacrifices. It can be hard to stay focused, but there are 6 P’s that I believe can keep students balanced, driven and focused.

Education, Effort, Energy... Get The E-Zone
Getting your students activated doesn't have to mean organizing a formal or complex presentation. As a speaker, Eric's diverse skills and motivational presentations can be delivered in many different forms.

Is Your Attitude Contagious?
Give your students an injection of attitude, energy and purpose. Be prepared to strap them in for a roller coaster ride of humour, emotion and drama they wont forget. When the ride is over, they'll get off with a different attitude to life - an attitude worth catching.

People from your school, home, church, sport and neighbourhood will want to know what your students caught and where they can get some of it! This new aura will undoubtedly infect others and soon your students will be projecting the same energy, passion and attitude.