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"Dear Mr. Duncan,
Today you spoke at our school, Central High School. Earlier in the week we were told that we were going to listen to another speaker, and all of us were like "come on, not again!" All of us have been listening to all kinds of speakers throughout our lives, all talking about the same thing. As you can tell, None of us wanted to sit through another long and boring speech.
But as soon as we saw you my friends and I could tell that you were different. You looked like you knew what you were doing. And as soon as you saw us you started asking everybody if their day was going okay. I don't remember any speaker talking students BEFORE their speech. That was a cool thing to do.
All of us were glad you didn't stand there preaching about what we were supposed do. For the first time ever I felt like I was the one in control of my life and I could do whatever I wanted to as long as I made the right choices.
I couldn't believe that nobody fell asleep. You made it fun, you made us laugh, and I hope more of my friends realize what can happen when they make the wrong choices. I was wondering why they called you "the inspiration". Now I know. I've never heard a speaker like you before, and I probably never will again. Thanks and I hope you come back again. "
Marcus
Student
Central High School
It is a pleasure for me to recommend Mr. Al Duncan as an outstanding public speaker and motivator. Mr. Duncan presented a very informative seminar that was well attended by parents and students. After the presentation I received many positive comments from those in attendance regarding Mr. Duncan's delivery. He quickly connected wit the audience with his outgoing, upbeat, organized, and easy to follow style. Mr. Duncan possesses a very approachable personality which led to many of the participants staying after the program to thank him and to ask questions. In addition, Mr. Duncan demonstrates a great deal of energy and enthusiam in his work, maintaining the audience's attention and interest.
Mr. Duncan displays superior skills and abilities as a public speaker. His presentation was enjoyable and informative, and I highly recommend him as a speaker.
Sincerely,
David G. Traylor
Guidance Counselor
LaGrange High School
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Al,
On behalf of the Southwest DeKalb PTSA and community, thanks for being the keynote speaker at our 10th annual Academic Banquet last week. The event was a great success. We recognized 611 students who are high academic achievers and we had a full house with more than 700 people in attendance to hear your presentation.
Your comments were well-delivered and very well received. You made a very positive impression on the students and were able to engage them in your talk, even though it was a packed house crowd.
A number of the parents and other adults in attendance also commented that your presentation gave them something to think about too!
Thanks again.
Wayman Smith
South West Dekalb PTSA
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"It was very interesting and helpful."
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"I loved it! Al was fun! He was great! Very motivating."
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Wayne County High School
"I liked the fact that you take out time to spend and talk to kids and you really helped me so thanks."
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"I liked the way you made me look a little different at life. You're a very good speaker. God bless."
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his words that he said..and he was a bunch if fun. he was amazing!"
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Al Duncan was our speaker, and he was the best EVER. He did a great job."
Sister Helen McCulloch, RSCJ
Arch Bishop Carroll High School
"Greetings Mr. Duncan!
I just wanted to take the time to say 'THANK YOU' for coming to Grayslake, Illinois and being the keynote speaker for the 1st Generation Youth Leadership Summit at the College of Lake County.
You definitely exceeded our expectations with your powerful, insightful and motivational story. The youth who were in attendance really enjoyed your speech. You are truly a hidden gem, but there comes a time when ALL gems have to shine!
There are many people who claim to be motivational speakers but only few can hold the title and claim full ownership.
Mr. Duncan, your participation was truly a connection that was meant to happen. We are all still flying high on your plane of inspirational guidance.
Please continue to pour into this generation as I am sure you will definitely make a great impact around the globe. I wish you the best and I hope that we will be able to connect in the near future as we continue to provide services for our target audience, which is low-income, first generation pre-college students.
Blessings to you!
Best regards,"
Michele Vaughn
Student Development Specialist II
Enrollment Services
The College of Lake County
Stone Mountain Middle School
"I enjoyed how he kept the crowd alive. He put stuff in a way that kids and adults can understand."
Isaiah
"He put action into his speech."
Robert
"He liked to talk with excitement. He enjoyed speaking to us."
Badou
"What I like about his speech was that he was being honest with things."
Jordan
"I like that he treated us like grown ups and not kids."
Nicole
"We had Al Duncan come out yesterday. He was PHENOMENAL!
The kids loved him, the teachers loved him, and the administrators loved him."
Miranda Combs
Graduation Coach
Ninth Grade Academy Coordinator
Lithia Springs High School
“I liked Mr. Duncan because he kept it real. I liked his stories. Most of the time speakers make me feel like I'm getting a lecture but he was down to earth. He helped me to understand that life is all about choices and that I always have a choice. I like that because I feel like sometimes adults can't understand us. But he knows were we are coming from. I wish Mr. Duncan was my big brother."
Rasheda Wells
Student
"The information presented was important and the presenter, Mr. Al Duncan, did an out standing job. His use of personal life experiences made the information pertinent to our students. Mr. Duncan 'planted seeds' about how to make everyday day count and why it is important to do so. Of the many programs that students attend while they are in school, this one ranks at the top of my list because of the importance of the material and the effectiveness of Al Duncan. We are looking forward to having this program next year, and Mr. Duncan will definitely be our speaker."
Linda Reeves, Counselor
TCHS, Northeast Campus
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Thank you for considering Al Duncan as a youth motivational speaker for your next event. As you relax and enjoy my program you will clearly see that I understand what a demanding process it is to coordinate a youth event and what it takes to make the event an enjoyable learning experience for young people. I have had the opportunity to reach over 50,000 young people this year and I look forward to reaching thousands more.
To assist you in your efforts, I've provided items that other professionals like yourself have found to be helpful in their event planning. I am happy to assist you to help make your event a spectacular success. If you have any questions please contact me directly at 678.886.5758 or speaker@alduncan.net. I look forward to working with you!
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11 Reasons Professionals like YOU love Al Duncan
As you continue to read these this you'll begin to understand why this young dynamo, who has spoken over 100 times during the past year, is always in demand.
Al is a Youth Motivational Speaker that...
1. Works closely with youth event planners to make sure that his message fits well.
2. Has a simple yet powerful message that "sticks" in the minds of youth and positively effects their behavior.
3. Creates educational and entertaining experiences.
4. Is able to communicate the most complex ideas in a single phrase.
5. Reveals powerful strategies and proven techniques that help youth deal with issues that are important to THEM.
6. Is warm and confident in what he has to offer without being arrogant.
7. Helps youth move to the next level of thinking.
8. Has a conversational style that young people can relate to.
9. Is an exceptional communicator that has an uncanny ability to make an immediate emotional and mental connection with young people.
10. Knows that the success of your event is more important than his great ideas.
11. Leaves youth excited and principals, counselors, teachers, parents, and event planners delighted!
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Who is this guy anyway?
Al “The Inspiration” Duncan is like a breath of fresh air--stimulating!
Recognized as America's Leading Youth Empowerment Advocate, Al is a World-Class Motivational Speaker, a Self-Development Expert, and a columnist/blogger for IMDiversity and The Black Collegian Magazine.
Growing up in a dangerous, poverty stricken neighborhood, being molested as a child, and drug abuse in his immediate family, by today's standards, Al would've been labeled an at-risk student.
Devastated, but not defeated, he went on to enjoy careers as a professional saxophone player and a professional chef. At the age of 24 he walked away from his musical career and took on the tremendous responsibility of raising his youngest brother who was 12 years old at the time.
A high energy, high content, high impact speaker, lecturer, and motivational powerhouse, Al is the former executive producer and host of his own TV show and has delivered 1100 keynote speeches and seminars to nearly 600,000 people.
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