Doc Blakely

Doc Blakely is the author of seven books, a popular humorist, musician, rancher, and a recognized creative force on the speaking circuit. The National Speakers Association awarded him its highest honor, the Cavett Award, acknowledging his status as one of America's most engaging and entertaining speakers. Audiences across the United States admire his exceptional, clean humor and timely anecdotes. He is also a proficient musician, performing a two-man western musical show with his son, novelist Mike Blakely. The show, "Doc Blakely and the Swing Riders," has garnered rave reviews from coast to coast.

Doc Blakely stands out as a notable figure in the speaking world. He is the author of books including "Keep ‘Em Laughing" and "The Handbook of Wit and Pungent Humor," which contains 1,250 jokes and humorous anecdotes tailored to entertain and engage his audience. He is also a regular weekly columnist for the syndicated humor column "Pokin’ Fun." A member of the National Speaker’s Association Hall of Fame, Blakely has captivated audiences for more than 30 years with his distinctive blend of humor and motivational speaking, all delivered with wholesome humor. Despite his humorous approach, Blakely holds a Ph.D. and infuses his presentations with valuable insights that promote communication, success, and a positive outlook on life.

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Indispensable Habits of Success: Drawing from extensive research by leading institutions like Harvard University and the Wharton School of Finance, Blakely adds a generous dose of original humor to highlight key traits of successful individuals.

Accent on Laughter: Blakely offers a uniquely positive and humorous perspective on the diverse nationalities that make up the United States. Tailoring his talk to meet organizational needs, he emphasizes aspects such as sales, customer service, safety, and excellence.

To Soar With Eagles: Inspired by his personal experience learning to fly, Blakely shares principles of faith, service, wisdom, action, artistry, and security, illustrating how they can help individuals overcome challenges, enhanced with humorous anecdotes.

Success Comes In Cans: Originating from tales of South Texas cattlemen, this talk explores myths of success and the clarity brought by daylight and sobriety, wrapped in humor.

Livin’ On Love and Laughter: Advocating a philosophy derived from a country western song, this presentation encourages spending more time enjoying life’s pleasures, emphasized through fun and humor.

The Gift of Laughter: Blakely concludes with a talk that underscores how a positive attitude can influence success, leaving audiences both enlightened and entertained.