Common Questions

What do you charge for your presentations?

Second Chances is reimbursed for travel expenses, but your rate will depend on the size and type of organization. A discount is given to church groups and nonprofits.

Are there different rates based on the size of our organization or group?

Yes, your rate is determined based on the number of people in your group as well as your type of organization.

What tend to be the most popular topics?

Depending on what type of organization or audiences you have, hearing Mike bear his soul and describe how he worked through his suicide attempts, overcame his run-in with the Mafia, and built his marriage through extreme hardships are by far the most in demand.

What types of groups generally hire you?

Mike is hired by a wide range of groups and venues – national and local conferences, large and small company functions, sales meetings, luncheons, church groups, high schools, middle schools, colleges, rotary clubs, national and local Christian conferences, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and so many more. Mike will make an impact on any group that can benefit by learning how to find hope and to rejuvenate its energy.

What are people looking for in a presentation when they hire you?

Every person is faced with challenges – big or small – at some point in their lives. Mike and his style of sharing his life story connect with all types of people – giving hope and renewing energy. Knowing that each type of audience needs something a bit different, Mike will work with you to understand your audience’s goals and tailor the presentation to help your group relate.

What do they want to get out of the presentation?

Each presentation is tailored to your specific needs. If you are a business, Mike will talk in terms of how to be motivated to team and enjoy your career directions. If talking to a youth group, Mike will speak in a way that connects with teens and children as they are learning how to make tough choices in life. When talking to churches and other religious groups, Mike will talk directly on how to hold on to your faith in God to obtain that Second Chance. Mike will work with you to understand what you want your audiences to learn.

How long do your presentations last?

Mike’s presentations last from 45 minutes to 1 ½ hours, depending on your needs. His presentations are meant to be interactive; one person asking a question will open the gates for many powerful conversations.

Besides hearing your stories, how do you teach people to find hope?

Mike’s personality instills hope. His gentle style of speaking the bare truth about his life is calming and reassuring. Throughout his presentation, he gives examples of how to view a situation from a new perspective. As each audience member runs into life’s challenges, they are given a new way of thinking about life that can surface while they are in the moment and help give them the faith to never stop reaching, and to look for the wonders of this world.