Teaching Success in Uncertain Times


During these tough times, it takes an ADVERSITY EXPERT to motivate, inspire, and give hope. Don Parker once lost everything, lived on the street, and almost died from a drug overdose. He used that wake-up call as an opportunity to take action; sobriety and a successful speaking career were the result.


Then, on a sunny winter day, while driving on the highway to a gig, another driver fell asleep at the wheel and hit Don head-on. Don suffered a traumatic brain injury from the accident. After six years of intensive therapies, Don has made remarkable progress; he now inspires audiences and individuals to rise above the challenges of today, and flourish.


"Don Parker is a true innovator in the field of recovery and motivation. A master of adaptation, his ability to claw his way back from severe life-changing adversity is more than remarkable. You need to hear this man's story!"

Bill Ashton
Legally Blind Entrepreneur



International award-winning Magician, Motivational Speaker &
Life Coach, Don Parker, inspires audiences and individuals to:

  • Practice honest GRATITUDE
  • Take control of their THOUGHTS
  • Make attainable GOALS & follow through
  • Take action NOW
  • Maintain a POSITIVE attitude
  • INCREASE productivity
  • Discover the true meaning of SUCCESS
  • The Art of VISUALIZATION
  • Create effective AFFIRMATIONS
  • Manage TIME wisely
  • Find a need and FILL IT
  • Differentiate between NEEDS and WANTS
  • Offer SUPPORT to others
  • Start a NEWS diet
  • Coordinate FEELING, THINKING, DOING
  • Triumph over FEAR
  • Read INSPIRING books
  • Understand the importance of HOPE
  • Harness the SUBCONSCIOUS MIND
  • Increase SELF-DISCIPLINE
  • Keep a JOURNAL
  • Live in the MOMENT

"Your general session was one of our feature presentations and received rave reviews. Your magical talent has left a lasting impression on all who were present."

Lisa Sabourin
Human Resources Services Manager
Employers Association of West Michigan


"With his dynamic speaking ability and mesmerizing magic act, Don captivated an audience of over 250."

Cst. Randy Brown
Royal Canadian Mounted Police


Don's story is featured in Rudy & Friends:
Awesome and Inspiring Real Life Stories of
Ordinary People Overcoming Extraordinary Odds



"His presentation incorporated the messages with entertaining visual style unlike any other I have seen before. I would highly recommend Mr. Parker to audiences of all ages."

Sue Swan, RN
Director Student Health Services
Montana State University - Northern




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