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Tim Clue
Hailing from a small town outside Chicago (and now making his home in the Windy City with his wife and daughter), Tim has brought to bear all his experiences from his years as an award-winning educator, his training at Second City and decades in stand-up comedy, and has synthesized his calling as a Humorous Motivational Speaker and Corporate Entertainer.
After a decade as a professor of communications and speech, Tim took his then-budding comedy writing skills to the clubs. During his years as an ultra-clean comedian, Tim swiftly progressed to working with many well-known comics—such as Jerry Seinfeld, Steven Wright and Larry Miller, to namedrop just a few—and you may have caught some of Tim’s humor on YouTube or XM/Sirius Satellite Radio. As a playwright and director, Clue’s stage comedy Leaving Iowa, nominated Best New Play in the Country during its premiere at actor…
Recharge and Repair
“When I learned about Zoom’s polling feature my mind exploded! I knew we could bring something new to the virtual square that connects emotions, funny bones and people.”
Recharge and Repair answers the call to provide space with laughter and repair with connection and reflection.
Tim Clue, is an Award winning educator speaker and presenter and meets this national moment for schools and educators with hilarity and compassion.
The live interactive polling paired with story style-telling images and video becomes a one of kind theatrical webinar for educators in need of laughter and a moment
Tim’s virtual story:
As an untraditional learner AKA (left hand dyslexic rug rat) - I’ve been fortunate to bring my humor and approach to our nation’s educators and schools. But when things suddenly changed, I was challenged to play a part in this next turn and address the stress and burden of distant learning. But the creative challenge was how to maintain the same degree of interaction, humor and vibrant content in a remote setting. And again it wasn’t until I began to drill down and really test how to push some of zoom’s features into the realm of engagement and laughter that I knew I had something unique and hopefully impactful.The Perfect Brain Storm
Is the best part of your Brainstorming session deciding where to order lunch? Have you abandoned Brainstorming because it only results in a long list of bad ideas? Do you find the same people participating and the same people sitting on the sidelines when you brainstorm? It's time to re-examine your process and put the purpose back in your next think tank. Understanding the myths and learning some simple techniques about the creative process will reenergize your next session and start creating inventive and focused ideas once again. Architect your brainstorming sessions so they're clearer in design and purpose. Discover fresh approaches that can apply to both group situations as well as those occasions when you are alone at your desk and just need a new idea to put your proposal over the top. Learn how to promote involvement from the entire group instead of just the same few people. Recognize when it is the right time to brainstorm. Your speaker uses his 10 years of teaching and 15 years of standup comedy to entertain your group with a powerful combination of great ideas and big laughs. Understanding the creative process has been his way of life so let Tim transform your ordinary meetings into The Perfect Brainstorm.
The Ripple Effect
Ripple Affect can bring harmony to any communication circle. Ripple Affect is a collection of tiny little pebbles tossed into the ocean of communication that go unnoticed until they turn into giant waves. And it is only in "crunch time" that we lose track of what we are sending out. Tim's humorous and thought-provoking message and advice help people begin to examine their crunch time style by looking at the small ripples that left unexamined can turn small ripples that - left unexamined - can turn into a Tsunami of unintended messages.
Keynote Strategy
Tim Clue is a multi-faceted comic talent from Chicago who uses keen observational skills theatrically performed to create more than just jokes. His small town life and blue-collar roots provide the comic undertow to this character-charged humor that tracks a man who's stumbling through the minefield of life. Tim conveys simple life lessons, bringing his audience along with him on his humble journey as he creates the type of humor that speaks to the core of our human experience.
Downturn Blues Bailout
Tim Clue's hilarious take on his own financial woes is capturing the angst and the attention of the entire country during this economic spin-out. Tim's financial bits are some of the most requested comedy on XM and Sirius satellite radio.
What is Tim Clue's speaking fee?
The typical range for Tim Clue's speaking fee is $10,500–$12,500. The low end of the fee range represents their standard virtual fee. The high end of the fee range represents their standard fee for a US-based in-person speaking engagement. Appearances which require an extended schedule of activities or international travel will possibly exceed this fee range. Speaker fees update frequently. To receive a personalized quote for Tim Clue to speak at your event, please consult with a Key Speakers advisor for up to date information and assistance.
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What are the payment terms and conditions?
A deposit is required upon signing the contract, with the remaining balance due 2–4 weeks before the event. If the event is taking place within 30 days, the full balance is due upon signing.
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How long is a typical keynote speech?
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Are there any discounts or special offers available for booking multiple speakers or multiple events?
Often, yes. It's worth inquiring about such possibilities with your Key Speakers representative to explore any available cost-savings options.
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