Tom Turcich
An inspirational story of resilience, personal leadership and perseverance.
Tom Turcich, the tenth person to walk around the world and the first to do so with a dog, captured the world's imagination with his remarkable journey. After the death of a close friend, Tom resolved to make the most of life. The day before his twenty-sixth birthday, he stepped out his front door to begin an adventure spanning seven years, twenty-eight thousand miles and thirty-eight countries.
By traversing the globe on foot, Tom immersed himself in the diverse cultures and landscapes. From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the tranquil beauty of the Kyrgyz mountains, Tom embraced the challenges and triumphs of an extraordinary pilgrimage. But his expedition was not just a physical feat but a profound introspection. Each step was a testament to an unwavering commitment to self-discovery and a search for understanding.
Through encounters with strangers, weeks of solitude, and a sheer resilience of spirit, Tom emerged as a beacon of inspiration for countless individuals yearning to find purpose in their own lives. His tale serves as a reminder that fulfillment lies not solely in reaching a destination but in the transformative power of the journey itself.
Tom has been featured on CNN, BBC, Good Morning America, The Guardian, and countless other news outlets.
DARE THE IMPOSSIBLE: HARNESSING YOUR INVINCIBILITY
No matter your goals, Tom will teach you how to walk the walk. Literally.
From dense jungles to unforgiving deserts, Tom's seven-year, 28,000-mile walk around the world was something that few people believed possible but in this program, Tom shares the secrets of turning a dream into reality.
With authenticity and passion, Tom connects with the audience, shares personal anecdotes, and invites them to reflect on their own journeys.
Explore how aligning actions with core values is the key to sustained success and how changing the perception of obstacles is the beginning of growth. From Costa Rica's commitment to environmental sustainability to Barcelona's innovative "superblocks," walk beside Tom as he discovers insights from around the world.
Get ready to be moved, motivated, and energized as you unlock the framework to living an incredible life.
As a result of this program, attendees will:
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Learn how to achieve any goal
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Develop your foundation for sustainable growth
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Learn how to harness obstacles to drive creative problem-solving
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Build a personalized roadmap to success
BECOME UNSHAKABLE: BUILDING EXCEPTIONAL RESILIENCE ONE STEP AT A TIME
Only with remarkable resilience can we harness our greatest potential - utilizing constraints to drive growth, persisting where others falter, and tapping into unimagined creativity. Resilience isn’t something we’re born with, it’s built one step at a time.
How do we innovate when competition stagnates? How do we use adversity to drive creativity? How do we stay motivated when progress isn’t linear? And how do we create a culture that’s bold, supportive, and driven to reach new levels of growth?
To thrive in a world that is more competitive than ever we must be capable of weathering any storm - where others give up, we must thrive.
By understanding the transformative concept of the “Circle of Possibility” Tom shares the map to building unshakable resilience.
As a keynote speaker, thought leader, and only one of ten people to ever walk around the world, Tom helps individuals, leaders, and corporations construct a step-by-step map to reach whatever heights they desire.
By knowing your values, defining direction, and embracing constraints - unshakable resilience is within reach.
As a result of this program, attendees will:
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Learn how to develop unshakable resilience
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Develop your foundation for sustainable growth
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Learn to harness adversity
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Construct a personalized roadmap to success
Tom’s talk goes beyond his epic journey, leaving the audience enlightened with fresh perspectives and equipped with frameworks to put them into practice!
Scott Rodgers, Creative Director, Amazon Brand Innovation Lab
Tom Turcich touched the lives of all students who were at the EOF Diversity and Leadership Retreat. He shared his story with such passion and enthusiasm that radiated the room as he was speaking. The favorite part from his presentation was how he was completely transparent about his journey and showed when he was the most vulnerable as he was achieving his goal to travel around the world by foot. Students were able to take that life have many ups and downs and that achieving goals can take time, but if you are resilient and passionate about achieving whatever it is they want out of life, they can do it! From Tom’s words, many students started to think about their own life plans and the steps they will need to take in order to achieve them. Whether that can be immediate or steps that require years of knowledge, experience and grit, they know they can achieve anything as Tom was able to achieve his. I believe that Tom is a great presenter and can tailor any discussion of his story to anyone! He takes the time to really get to know the students and what they have gone through in their lives to get to where they are today. His story and journey can be translated to anyone who is in the room listening and I believe his words had a lasting impact on the EOF students present for the Diversity and Leadership Retreat at Salem Community College.
Katelyn Good, Assistant Director EOF, Salem Community College
Tom's presentation was a delightful mixture of candid experience and philosophical insight that inspired me and our 200+ guests to take stock of our lives. While he is newer to the public speaking realm, he gave his presentation like a seasoned professional. We heard a multitude of compliments from our guests, and we hope that we can bring Tom back once he's a published author. Tom was a delight to work with from the very first phone call.
Gina Grove, Development Coordinator, Anne Arundel County Public Library