1. A track record. A lengthy list of clients over a period of a dozen years speaks for itself. Even Microsoft booked Jim Carroll to host a series of executive lectures in 7 cities.

2. Fabulous references. Take a look at what people have said after they've seen Jim speak.

3. Extensive industry experience. Take a look at the list of industries that Jim has spoken to. Each has involved very detailed, customized research and programs.

4. He provides real guidance, not fluff. Take a look at the extensive preparation that goes into the insight that Jim provides.

5. He's been right. He understands business strategy. He's not bowled over by hype. He has an uncanny ability to separate fact from fiction. And his predictions have, for the most part, been right.

6. A sense of humor, and fun! Jim Carroll is a pretty funny guy. At least many of his clients think so. Seriously -- even though he is someone who focuses on innovation and trends, he also has a great sense of humor that comes out on stage.

7. Multi-lingual with international experience. Jim has done an extensive number of sessions that have involved simultaneous translation. Not only that, but he has provided full day sessions that have involved sequential translation.

8. He's motivational. People and organizations spend a great deal of time on the issue of motivation -- but Jim Carroll provides unique, different motivational insight.

9. He works with you. The key to what makes a presentation by Jim Carroll successful is that he works with you to ensure that his message is responsive to your needs. He is willing to have extensive telephone consultations to discuss your event, your goals, your objectives. He does his homework. He does everything he can to make sure that your objectives are met.

10. He's a nice guy. Seriously. Talk to Jim and you'll find out why.