Business and Community Organizations
Educators and Parents
Health Care Organizations

Testimonials from Business and Community Organizations

"On her recent presentation to EPA in Washington, MK was phenomenal, as usual. Participants felt it was, by far, the most valuable three hours they had ever spent in a workshop. Several expressed their deep appreciation for my bringing MK into the Agency at that time. Not only was MK's presentation motivational, but it gave them the tools to help move them to make some decisions about their personal and professional lives that will improve the overall quality of their lives. You can't go wrong with MK."
Lucy Arenrin, Washington D.C., Environmental Protection Agency

"We at Excel have never experienced such total exhilaration after a retreat."
Jan Thayer, CEO Excel Development Group

"Thank you so much for speaking at our Wealth Management Seminar. We've heard very positive comments from those in attendance. It was very different for us to have a non-business speaker, but well worth the risk to do something outside the box. You touched many people at our Client Appreciation Luncheon and added more depth to our seminar back at our office. Thanks again for taking the time to be with us and to help us learn to be grateful and be willing to take risks in our lives."
Stan Christensen, CPA/PFS

"MK: The words 'thank you' seem so small when expressing what you gave to our people yesterday. Many came up to me and said 'I could have stayed for longer and longer -- it was helping so much.' One woman said the love you poured out to everyone touched her so deeply that she did not have the words to express it. You gave them the inspiration to make the most of life, take control of their own destiny and never forget to stop and smell the Easter Lilies! I thank God for blessing us with MK Mueller."
Mary McManus, Physicians Mutual

"MK's enthusiasm about life is contagious. After hearing MK, I knew her message was 'right on target' and could drastically improve the productivity of our people. So often we develop the professional aspects of our employees without looking at personal issues people face. I love MK's emphasis on Taking Care of Me!' When our employees know that we are truly interested in them, productivity automatically increases. Great job!"
Bill Dubberly, Manager, Training and Development, Sprint

"We have dozens of seminars brought in each year. In my 30 years with Union Pacific, I only remember one other that was so well received."
Frank Paladino, Accounting, Union Pacific Railroad

"MK, the success of your talk was brought home to me the next day when one of my national sales representatives told me he was up half the night reading your book. I cannot begin to explain how much everyone enjoyed your presentation."
Michael Phelan, Senior V.P., First National Bank of Omaha

“After I heard her, I listened to her first tape three times. I knew she would help me communicate to our staff, but I had no idea--Thank You!!!"
Jeff Sauvageau, President Midlands Systems Inc.

"It's rare to have a seminar's impact be so obvious six months down the road. MK definitely had a positive effect."
Sandy Rowland, Manager Physicians Mutual Insurance

"The material was so practical. Since her presentation, virtually all the participants have been abuzz with her thoughts and words."
Rick Hernandez, President, Los Angeles Young President's Organization

"I cannot thank you enough for the amazing presentation you gave yesterday for the Chamber Academy: Taking Care of Business seminar series. It was absolutely wonderful! Having been a "MK fan" for many years I knew it would be great, but your expert training and facilitation skills really helped make the morning a success! Your session was one of the highest attended in this series! The event far exceeded our expectations and was full of really useful information for our members. The feedback from your session was outstanding and we really appreciate your contribution as a presenter. I have begun my morning "three things to be grateful for" list, and have talked my husband into doing it too. We are on a roll! Thank you again for your commitment to the Chamber."
Laurie S. Pieper, Omaha Chamber of Commerce

"MK exceeded our expectations exponentially."
Sheila Fryer, First Data Resources

Testimonials from Educators and Parents

"Wow, MK! What an impact you had on our students! As an example, I have Cesar in my office right now. He says:

"Thank you for inspiring me with those words of greatness. You have helped me realize that I can pull through any obstacles that get in my way. Now I know that even in the toughest of times you can pick yourself right up again."

MK, I have never heard a middle school student speak with the enthusiasm and resolve that this young man just expressed to me. He is on fire and he is going to make things happen. I can't wait to see how much he improves. I am so glad our school is on the 8 to Great path! Thanks for all you do!"
Jim Greydanus, Principal, Bangor Middle School, Michigan

"The 8 to Great program has made a tremendous difference in the decision-making skills of our students. We have seen students improve their grades, take new risks to achieve their dreams and find new ways to resolve conflicts as a part of this program. We want all of our students to experience the benefits of 8 to Great."
Dave Collins, Principal, Bryan HS :

"The 8 to Great concepts have changed my daily outlook and life significantly, even more than attaining a masters degree in counseling. I decided to get into high school counseling to help teens with their everyday problems and concerns. This program does that and more!"
Sue Walsh, Counselor, Bryan HS

"If you combine emotional intelligence with educational excellence you get MK Mueller. Her work brings teachable tools which promote key maturational/ emotional strengths into the classroom alongside the 'Three Rs'. Her multi modal work is adjustable to all school ages. In addition, she provides adult level workshops to participants and professionals nationwide and abroad. Many of us in the helping professions talk about the importance of early intervention and preventative education, and MK is doing it at a time when it is more needed than ever."
John Lehnhoff, PhD, Clinical Psychologist

"After we had MK come in and talk to the team, we had a new level of motivation and knew we could make it to state this year (which we did.) We are so grateful for her message."
Rick Blackwell, Volleyball Coach, Xavier HS, Iowa

"MK Mueller is an outstanding motivational speaker. I personally have heard her presentation four times, including as keynote at the Kansas School Board Association annual meeting, and each time they made a positive impact on my life. Between 2002 and 2007, I brought MK in to speak at two different school districts and her 8 High-Ways in the 8 to Great program are an absolute must if you are wanting to change the climate and attitude of your district or business. I've already had community members and teachers ask if I was bringing her back for more. You will definitely feel "GRATITUDE" after her presentation and will look at things in a much more positive way. MK, thanks for what you do and how you do it. You are awesome!"
Mike Roth, Superintendent, Clearwater School District #264, Kansas

"Thank you for bringing hope and a positive spirit to our students. As their counselor, I believe hope and perseverance are so huge and I struggle with ways to help them find it. God bless you and 8 to Great and thanks for the re-charge for me as well!"
Bette, Gear Up Counselor

Testimonials from Health Care Organizations

"It was ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!!! One of the most successful conferences we’ve ever had! Our employees just ate up MK's books and tapes at the end as well! Thank you from all of us here at Avera!"
Cheri Hamilton, Avera Queen of Peace Hospital

"MK, I want to tell you how moving and motivating your programs were. I am the nursing Director of our Same Day Surgery Department and I am gong to give each of our staff nurses a Gratitude Journal for Nurses Day. We will start their journals for them with thoughts of gratitude from us. I feel this will be a powerful affirmation for them! Thanks once again for the inspiration!"
Laura McWha, Great Plains Regional Medical

"Dear MK, May I commend you on an excellent presentation? It was so worthwhile that I want to bring you in for a six-hour presentation for my entire staff. Your courage, the organization of your material and your speaking skills are among the best I've seen in my long career. I look forward to hearing from you."
John D. Baldwin, M.D., Lincoln, NE
"Our Nursing Leadership Coalition would have been content to have seen 300 nurses turn out for our conference, but more than 500 RN's and LPN's attended our annual gathering and it was due in large part to your reputation. You were fabulous, taking topics that hit home and helping every nurse in the room feel as though you were speaking individually to them. Your stories were enchanting and have left their mark, as your standing ovation certainly proved! Thank you for giving us the gifts of gratitude and hope that we can carry back to those who are so in need of them!"
Iris Winkelhake, President, Nursing Leadership Coalition
"MK, Your presentation touched the hearts and souls of our participants. So many nurses remarked that it was the best talk of the conference! They especially loved your processes for performing at our best, and your fun and enthusiastic speaking style! We were all honored to have such an exceptional presenter for an entire day. Thank you!"
Sally McKenzie, Faith Regional Health Systems