Chris Widener

Chris Widener is an example of how anyone can overcome any odds to achieve a successful life and help others achieve the same. Chris has overcome many obstacles... living through his father dying suddenly when he was four, being sent away from his family to live with relatives at age nine and becoming involved with drugs and alcohol by the age of twelve. Chris overcame those obstacles and has for the last ten years worked with some of the most financially successful families in America, helping them to achieve both personally and professionally. Now he can do the same for you!

Rave Reviews!
Our people loved Chris and loved his material. He was extremely helpful and challenging. My sales team and I highly recommend him!
Phil Castillo, Director, Northern Channels, Cisco Systems

Chris Widener is a powerful presenter, a quick wit, and a home run every time. He definitely challenges you to the next level in life and work.
Kevin Mather, CFO, Seattle Mariners Baseball Team

"Chris is always energetic and exciting, a catalyst for forward thinking, action and ultimately bottom line results."
Dan Meiusi, Senior Vice-President, Operations. Techies.com

ChrisÆ material is strategic, yet simple to apply. It will change you and the organization you work with. It made a difference for us!
Jamie Bland, VP Strategic Alliances, Innuity

Chris is a dynamic speaker with a great ability to connect with the audience... Three solid hours.
Dave Parker, President, License Online.com

Chris gave me so much that I could walk away with and apply that very day. Very inspiring, very practical! Woody Kingman, Franchise Executive, Great Clips International

Without exception all attendees found it to be a great presentation with solid, useful information.
Marilee Bourne, DOWL Engineers

Your presentation was outstanding and your knowledge helped many people see that the reality of balancing it all can be done. You truly are a wonderful speaker, a unique person, and an inspiration to us all. Our heartfelt thanks.
Kim Hinckley, Business Development and Communications Coordinator, Vice President of Programs - Society for Marketing Professional Services

I was surprised at how quickly I was able to apply the practical principles in both my personal and professional life. Chris has done an excellent job of organizing his material and packaging it in a thought-provoking, compelling, professional, and timely presentation. I consider his seminar extremely worthwhile and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone. Michael Lienau President, Global Net Productions, Video and Film

Chris' enthusiasm for the class was contagious. It was a pleasure to have Chris come and share his talents with us. I hope that he may be a valued resource to you as well. Lisa White, Adult Education Coordinator, Eastside Foursquare Church

Want a speaker who will educate your group while instilling humor, excitement and passion? Chris Widener, the President of Made for Success is available to speak to your business or organization on the following:

• Becoming a leader people can count on
  
• Learn the real definition of leadership that will unleash your potential
  
• Practical leadership skills and character traits that will take you, and your organization, to the next level.
  
• Key "Leadership Mistakes" people make that you must avoid
  
• Leading courageously in tough and challenging circumstances
  
• The truth about leadership myths that most people believe
  

Dare to Dream!
Do you have a dream inside that you want to let out and live? Then let Chris help you!
Dare to Dream will help your group see the possibilities that lie within them. They will experience the understanding that they can change themselves, their communities, and their world.

• Three keys to living out your dream.
• The four reasons most people donÆt ever achieve their dreams.
• How to deal with people who say it is "impossible."
• The five step plan for making your dream a reality.

Dare to Dream (Again)
Are you looking back and wishing you had lived that dream you once had? You still can, so letÆs get moving!
Dare to Dream (Again) re-ignites the passionate flame that used to burn inside to do the impossible, to make a difference, and to change the world. You will learnà

• The "golden reason" you must pursue your dream.
• Conquering the biggest mountain you face û Risk.
• How to get started today!
• A six point, step by step plan for simplifying your dream and achieving it.

Secrets of Successful Teams
Do you wish you could get your team on the right track and working as a successful unit?
Secrets of Successful Teams will put you on the fast track! Find out how to turn your team into a winner withà

• The seven secrets every successful team functions with
• The top three ways to foster communication and teamwork.
• The best way to motivate "players" at every level

Essentials of Time and Personal Management
Find yourself or your organization out of time and not getting the job done like you should?
Chris WidenerÆs Essentials of Time and Personal Management will help you do the following:

• Understand the 6 most important foundational reasons for managing your time
• Learn the secret to self-management
• How to establish and keep priorities/ Your Personal Plan

A quick-start guide to get goinÆà immediately!

Bringing Balance to a Chaotic Life
Feel like life is out of control? Wish you could balance work and family, health and fun? You need to bring your life into balance.

Bringing Balance to a Chaotic Life gives youà Two evaluation processes and Practical steps and ideas you can apply today to take control and get your life in balance

Learn how to:
• Redefine success
• Establish priorities
• Set goals for every area of your life
• Say the most powerful word in the human language

Consulting Services

Chris Widener is proud to offer his consulting services to you. The following three areas are his specialty areas. If you have been considering the help of an outside source to help you in business or life issues, you'll want to read the following information.

Personal Growth - As a person who has worked for 10 years with people from all sorts of backgrounds, Chris Widener is an expert in personal growth. Our lives aren't just all business. We have intellectual pursuits, spiritual lives, families, hobbies, and recreation to think about too. For the best advice on how to maintain a balance in all of the areas of your life, Chris can be your own personal growth coach.

Business - Starting a new business or just want a boost for an existing one? Chris Widener is the resource you are looking for. Chris has a knack for taking complex issues and boiling them down to a step by step plan of action to help you achieve your business goals. Drawing from his own experience and a network of successful contacts, Chris can help guide you down the path of success.
Got problems? From small problems to large ones, Chris can help you get solutions! He will help you determine the problem, and then get you on your way to solving the problem in no time.
Sometimes you need an outside source to take a look at what you are doing and provide smart, creative advice.

Speech Coaching - As a professional speaker, Chris is one of the best. Now, he can help you become your best whether you speak every day or simply have a once a year speech coming up. Chris has both on-site coaching and video assessments available.

See What Others Are Saying About Chris!

"Chris' help in preparing for our investor's meeting was invaluable."
Dave Parker, President, License Online

"Thanks for the work on my presentation - Your insight helped me improve immediately."
Woody Kingman, Franchise Executive, Great Clips International

"Chris put the needed final polish on my very important presentation."
Jamie Bland, National Director of Business Development, Quik Pages