REV JAMES HARLAN Behind the Scenes With a Priest.
Rev. James Harlan is an Episcopalian priest in Palm Beach Florida. And in this interview I was eager to get behind the scenes to know more about what it’s like to be a priest, how they think about performance, and what it’s like to be in a job where people project an image upon you.
Here are some highlights:
• James as a priest, and I as a motivational speaker share SOOOOO much in common.
• James works (preaches) without notes. Mind blown.
• People project an image upon priests. People also project images upon motivational speakers. It’s an honor. And an obligation. And you need to take it seriously.
• I was delighted how I asked many questions expecting a secular answer. But James consistently said, “Actually, I see that as a religious question.” So interesting to see the way this very smart man’s brain works.
• James is VERY good at his job. He’s also a deep feeler.
Note: Just AFTER we stopped recording, a very cool (and sad) thing happened. James got a message that a member of his church was very very ill. James was visibly shaken…and let me know he needed to go to the hospital to be with the family. It was touching; and it was proof to me that James is in the right job.
Well done James Harlan!!!
Funny motivational keynote speaker Brad Montgomery is interested in many things. And during this pandemic he’s been interviewing very interesting people in order to learn more about the world (and people) around us.
If you’re looking for somebody to ramp up your virtual or online meeting, or are ready to count on this vaccine and want to schedule Brad for a live event, let’s talk. We’ll talk about using humor, funny stories, and motivation to get your people to where they deserve to be.
