Business Lessons From
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The Book "Business Lessons from Ben Franklin"
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Many attendees from the programs and talks have requested this information be put into book form, and so James is in the process of giving the people what they are asking for.
Forthcoming, early 2020. |
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Presentations and Talks
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James offers talks about Ben Franklin with two primary focuses, one history, one business instruction (although they can be combined into one talk if your audience might like a sampling of both.) Take a look below to see what might be right for your audience and venue.
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Benjamin Franklin Business History
Benjamin Franklin is often looked at as a shining example of American success, but of course he wasn't always this way. His youth, and how he made his fortune is an often overlooked and quickly run through (if touched upon at all) section of American history. This focus talks about how he rose through his apprenticeship, turned run-away and ultimately built his businesses and fortune through a more historical light.
Benjamin Franklin Lessons for Modern Businesses
It is often presented secondary to his many other accomplishments the rags to richest story of Ben Franklin's transformation from a run-away apprentice with 3 pennies in his pocket, to one of the richest citizens in his entire colony. He had a keen mind for businesses. One might ask what lessons a 21st century business owner could possibly learn from someone who made his fortune before indoor plumbing. But the truth is, Franklin knew the most important fundamentals of business that still apply in the modern world. This focus takes more of an approach of a business coach in the form of one of our founding fathers.
Event Testimonials
"The program held at our library hosted by James P. Wagner was spectacular. The attendance was great, and the audience which ranged from our local high school students to our seniors loved the material. James is a fun and interactive host who keeps the audience engaged. Will definitely seek him out again in the future."
~ Tony Iovino, Community Outreach Director, Oceanside Library, Oceanside, NY.
"I really wish they covered this more when I went to school."
~ Debbie Kilday, Program Attendee
"As a business owner and history buff this talk was perfect for me. Interesting stuff!"
~ Donald E. Allen, Program Attendee
"I'm going to pass some of this on to the kids I teach!"
~ Linda Trott Dickman, Program Attendee
"I had no idea how much Franklin influenced modern businesses practices, and I'm looking forward to trying out some of his strategies."
~ Lesley Tyson, Program Attendee
~ Tony Iovino, Community Outreach Director, Oceanside Library, Oceanside, NY.
"I really wish they covered this more when I went to school."
~ Debbie Kilday, Program Attendee
"As a business owner and history buff this talk was perfect for me. Interesting stuff!"
~ Donald E. Allen, Program Attendee
"I'm going to pass some of this on to the kids I teach!"
~ Linda Trott Dickman, Program Attendee
"I had no idea how much Franklin influenced modern businesses practices, and I'm looking forward to trying out some of his strategies."
~ Lesley Tyson, Program Attendee
Recent Appearances
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Below see a sample list of places James has spoken at recently. More credentials can be furnished upon request. |
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Recent Presentations:
J-1- Con, Showboat, Atlantic City, NJ, November 2019
Courtyard by Marriott, Chantilly, VA, October, 2019
Courtyard by Marriott, Richmond, VA, October, 2019
Mark Twain House, Farmington, CT, October, 2019
Holiday Inn, Mt. Holly, NJ, June 2019
Best Western Plus, Morristown, NJ, May 2019
Holiday Inn, Mt. Laurel, NJ, May 2019
Walt Whitman Bicentennial Convention, May, 2019
Cecil Con, Cecil College, April 2018
Oceanside Library, Jan, 2017
BJ Spokes Gallery, December, 2016
Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site, November, 2016
Studio Art 54 Gallery, November, 2016
Conklin Barn, Huntington Historical Society, October, 2016
Bellmore Library October, 2016
Sid Jacobson JCC September, 2016
Recent Panels:
Oceanside Library, Oceanside, NY
Otakon 2016, Baltimore, MD
Briarcliffe College, Patchogue, NY
Dowling College, Oakdale, NY
Suffolk County Community College, Brentwood, NY
Bellmore Library, Bellmore, NY
Contact/Booking Queries
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Want to have a similar event at your venue? Don't hesitate to contact us! Enter your query on the right, or send an email directly to
localgemsnews@gmail.com Attention to Maddie McGiveny. |
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