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From motivational speaking, to a positive and supportive community, we've got you covered.

Programs

Discover how to rock the fundamentals of exercise, eating, and thinking in an educational and entertaining way.

Book

Learn the secrets to "Staying Positive in a Negative World" with Tom's new book.

Sole Seekers

Join Sole Seekers Walking Club and take the first steps to a healthier you. Membership is free.

Mojo

Meet Mojo the solar dancing flower in Tom's blog.

PROGRAMS

Tom is a professional speaker for hire of healthy living programs. Engaging the audience with humor, video, storytelling, quotes, images, testimonies, and drama, his style is both entertaining and educational. A Chicagoland native, Tom prides himself on providing local and practical tips on how to rock the fundamentals of exercising, eating, and thinking.

These fundamentals of healthy living can add value to any organization. Joined with Tom’s enthusiasm and compassion, they can be fun too.

STAYING POSITIVE TODAY

Master the fundamentals of maintaining a positive attitude in today’s divisive climate.

MOTIVATED FOR A CHANGE

Discover how creating healthy habits is the key to shaping your life and creating positive emotions which fuel motivation.

WALKING MEDITATION

Learn how a heightened awareness of your thoughts can decrease random negative self-talk and create room for inspiration to dwell and grow.

A GRATEFUL VETERAN

Join Bosnian War Veteran Tom Kens as he takes you through a day in the life of a sailor onboard the USS John F. Kennedy aircraft carrier. You’ll also learn how the experience forged his attitude of gratitude and how you can use gratitude to cultivate more happiness in your own life.

TOM IS A PROUD MEMBER OF:

Optimize

Optimize

Certified Life Coach through Optimize Public Benefit Corporation.

The VFW

Member of the Veterans of Foreign War Post #2791.

Hickory Creek

Small group leader at Hickory Creek Community Church.

Toastmasters

Former president and current consultant of the Orland Park Toastmasters Club #4871.

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Reviews

What people are saying about our programs
Susan Glickley

Susan Glickley

Clinical Manager @ Safer Foundation/ Crossroads ATC

Tom has a well prepared and confident style. He does his homework and prepares for a specific audience with the purpose of understanding their needs. His presentation is practical, realistic and with purpose. The exceptional feature of the presentation is his sincerity and ability to keep it real.

Sarah Vessalo

Sarah Vessalo

Programming Librarian @ Park Ridge Public Library

Tom’s speaking style is engaging and humorous, his slides are attractive, his information is solid, and his stories are heartfelt. He makes everyone feel so tuned in and comfortable. He also had one of the most genuine Q&A sessions I’ve ever seen.

Mary Nebor

Mary Nebor

Community Life Coordinator @ Cedar Lake Village

It is obvious that Tom is very passionate about helping people to improve their lives through a positive attitude and healthful living.

Kurt Trost

Kurt Trost

Talent Acquisition Manager @ Manpower

Tom's most recent series "Small Steps to a Healthier You" was inspiring, entertaining, and on point. His unbaised approach engages the audience and promotes positive change in all aspects of life.

The Chronicles of Mojo

This blog is meant to be a source of inspiration and encouragement. A positive story or quote to remind us that all is not evil in the world.

PURPOSE & PASSION

I often heard stories from my grandparents about my ancestors, who migrated from Poland, and how the first thing they would see was the Statue of Liberty. My Grandpa told me how his father broke down Read more…

Q & A MOJO

September 30th, 2011 Armed with nothing but some solar dancing flowers, a MacBook, and some encouraging words from my new friend Wayne, I headed to Crossroads Adult Transitional Center. This was the kind of area Read more…

FLOWER FOR A DOLLAR

September 1st, 2011 I was on a mission to find more solar dancing flowers. I looked at every dollar store in south cook county. Dollar Tree, Dollar General, Dollar Store, Dollar Stop, and Family Dollar to Read more…

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