ATHLETES
Going the Distance
Athletes often embark on their careers as children or teenagers, carrying the training mindset throughout their lives. The pursuit of competition and victory becomes the focal point of their existence. Each new level of play brings them closer to the ultimate goal of winning a world championship or a national championship game. Coaches train individuals who then come together as a team. However, there are times when teams lose their edge, and the game suffers. Athletes also suffer while trying to regain their focus, motivation, or stamina. This period of trying to get back to the top is tough and stressful, prompting athletes to take a self-inventory and question if they truly want to continue in their profession. When the answer is yes but training alone is not enough, athletes need to examine their balance.
Balance is essential in life, and the key to finding it lies in nurturing three fundamental aspects of the human experience: mind, body, and spirit. When any of these elements is out of alignment, unnecessary stress can occur. In fact, achieving balance is the most effective way to alleviate stress. In moderation, stress can foster competition, artistry, and ambition, all of which contribute to personal growth and a stronger society. These are the foundations of athletics, and many remarkable achievements in athletic history have arisen from individuals experiencing stress. However, excessive stress can lead to health problems and diminish one’s ability to focus on essential tasks.
Speaking Topics
- Peak Performance
- Communication
- Team Building
- Execution
- Strategy
- Success
- Diversity
- Overcoming Adversity
- Personal Growth
- Self Esteem
- Motivation
- Inspiration
- Entrepreneurship
Nick Scott Tells His Story
Nick Scott was an average 16-year-old who played on his high school football team and loved athletics. He lived the life of any teenager, attending classes and spending time with friends. However, everything changed in an instant. An automobile accident transformed his normal life into an exceptional one. Miraculously, Nick survived death once he was extracted from the twisted metal of his automobile. Suddenly, Nick found himself paralyzed from the waist down and confined to a wheelchair. Years of depression and self-abuse marked the beginning of Nick’s sometimes painful but ultimately uplifting journey, as he learned to view life through a new lens.
This is the story of one man’s unwavering determination to hold tightly to his dreams, his relentless drive to succeed, and his passion for motivating people, including himself, to perform at their optimal level. Audience members will learn how to apply the principles that rekindled Nick’s life to enhance their own lives and assist those under their care. Nick keeps audience members on the edge of their seats as he engages every person and instills the power to achieve their dreams. His trials and errors have earned him the top rank in fitness coaching and motivational speaking. What sets Nick’s presentation apart from others? Nick possesses knowledge beyond compare; there are no excuses. There are no excuses for giving up or quitting.
Motivating Millions
Nick Scott brings his motivational talent, charismatic style, and incredible story to speaking engagements worldwide. At 16 years old, Nick was involved in a tragic automobile accident that took away his mobility and nearly consumed his spirit. The young man fell into depression for several years and was on the verge of being suicidal. The day Nick Scott decided to take action to improve his life marked the moment when the world gained a dynamic, passionate motivating voice.
Nick Scott’s Story Is More Than Words
Nick Scott is a dynamic presence both on and off the stage. With his energy, drive, and unique style, he has the ability to captivate audiences of all ages. Nick’s journey doesn’t conclude when he exits the stage; instead, it marks the beginning of a personal journey of discovery and improvement for each listener. Inviting Nick to speak will inspire everyone in his presence to set goals beyond their dreams and to overcome any obstacles in their path. Nick is ablaze with passion and a deep-seated desire to help others find their way to personal success. His extensive experience in entrepreneurship and business ventures places him in a category that no other professional speaker has entered.
Nick’s journey started with a glimmer of hope that blossomed into a dream, despite many telling him it was unattainable. Prepared for a new challenge, Nick transformed the life that had felt like a personal prison. At the age of 16, Nick lost his mobility in an automobile accident, leaving him confined to a wheelchair. He lost hope and fell into depression, spiraling into unhealthy habits. Realizing he was drifting further into an abyss, Nick made the decision to change his destiny. This choice transformed Nick’s body, mind, and spirit. Understanding the power he possesses to motivate those around him, Nick continues his education, becoming even better qualified to ignite change across all age groups.
WHY NICK SCOTT?
- CEO / President / Founder Wheelchair Bodybuilding, Inc.
- Global Promoter of Wheelchair Bodybuilding
- IFBB Professional Wheelchair Bodybuilder
- Professional Wheelchair Ballroom Dancer
- 2-Time World Powerlifting Champion
- Master Trainer – ISSA
- Award-Winning Actor
- Published Author
- Real Estate Investor
Nick is excited to share his story with young people who are ready to embark on their own life journeys but may have reservations about their abilities. Nick will dispel their fears about the future and explain how to succeed in the business world and beyond.
Nick Scott is a real person who overcomes obstacles every day. He motivates, inspires, teaches, and captivates audiences around the world. As a sponsored professional athlete with television programs and an award-winning film on his resume, Nick is also a published author continually expanding his areas of expertise. There is no doubt about Nick’s ability to transform the collective attitude of an audience from skepticism to true belief. He leads listeners to the realization of their dreams by emphasizing physical fitness as the foundation for success in any career. Students of any age can grasp Nick’s strategies and advice for achieving success.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Failure Analysis
Athletes leave the presentation knowing how to find balance in their lives and realizing the importance of self-inventories as a way to identify reasons for team or individual failure. Athletes take responsibility for their actions and set an example of sportsmanship at all times.
Self-Motivation and Team Motivation
They gain the key to rekindling the fire inside to regain motivation for training and becoming better athletes. They also acquire the ability to inspire teammates to reach their full potential within the team and persevere no matter what.
Time and Resource Management
They will understand how to efficiently and motivationally organize their workouts. The team is the top priority, and each person gives 100 percent to the sport to achieve the goal.
ATHLETE PROGRAMS
Going the Distance
Nick Scott takes the stage as a Master Trainer, a sponsored athlete who continuously expands his knowledge in athletics, public speaking, and business. Nick has achieved more physically than anyone thought was possible. He continues to learn and compete in Wheelchair Bodybuilding. Nick engages with the audience to help them better understand nutrition and safety in their workouts. A deeper understanding of both elements builds strength and stamina in athletes, regardless of their sport.
Motivating a Team
Motivational speakers work to build enthusiasm in audiences and provide plans for sustaining enthusiasm after the program ends. Athletes must stay motivated throughout the training process and competitions. It takes an athlete to speak to athletes. What sets Nick Scott apart from other speakers? Nick is not just a motivational speaker; he is a motivator. Nick integrates the audience into the program. They will explore motivation as an object to understand what motivates individuals and how to maintain a high level of motivation. Nick Scott is a world-renowned speaker, Wheelchair Bodybuilder, and Wheelchair Ballroom Dance United States Champion. He understands the importance of keeping athletes highly motivated to ensure peak performance.
Effective Communication and Listening
Athletes spend more time with their coaches than with their families, and if communication breaks down, focus is lost. Nick Scott’s interactive presentation demonstrates the communication process and emphasizes the importance of understanding written communications. Active listening also helps athletes stay attuned to what the coach or team needs to compete at their best. Nick is well-prepared to demonstrate effective communication because he coaches teenagers in wheelchair bodybuilding at the Shriner’s Hospital. Communicating with teenagers and young people to achieve results is an art Nick has learned and excels at.
