Provides expert professional and educational development, workshop facilitation and management coaching services for corporate, educational, community, religious and civic organizations across the country.
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Encouragement Consulting Services helps organizations to “keep their promises” while creating a workplace culture where employees can thrive, not just survive. We listen to our clients and tailor our programs to meet their needs.
“WE MAKE LEARNING FUN!”
February 17, 2025
GENERAL EXACAVATING SAFETY DAY, Lincoln, Nebraska
March 2025
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA DENTAL COLLEGE, Lincoln, Nebraska
March 17, 2025
2025 NEBRASKA MUNICIPAL CLERK INSTITUTE AND ACADEMY
South Sioux City, Nebraska
March 20, 2025
LINCOLN HOUSING AUTHORITY TRAINING SUMMITT, Lincoln, Nebraska
April 15, 2025
CONTINUUM LEADERSHIP ACADEMY, Lincoln, Nebraska
April 29, 2025
HEC BOARD PLANNING MEETING, St. Louis, Missouri
July 16, 2025
SOUTHEAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE RETREAT, Lincoln, Nebraska
August 21, 2025
CLARK ENERSEN TRAINING, Lincoln, Nebraska
Mr. John Leonard Harris is a native of St. Louis, Missouri. He attended the University of Missouri-Columbia receiving his Bachelor’s degree in Radio-TV-Film Production. He received his Master’s degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in Teaching, Learning and Teacher Education. His experiences as a college administration, community relations coordinator and military employment trainer has helped him to be well versed in areas that companies need to be successful.
For over 25 years he has work with corporations, community, civic and religious organizations helping them to “keep their promises.” John is an award-winning author and a regular article contributor on LinkedIn. He is a member of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) and the Human Resources Association of the Midlands (HRAM).
POSITIONS HELD
Media Specialist
DARTMOUTH COLLEGE
Student Activities Advisor
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT OMAHA
Special Assistant to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA-LINCOLN
Service-Learning Coordinator
NEBRASKA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
Training Partner
CONTINUUM EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Coordinator of Church/Community Relations
PEOPLE’S CITY MISSION
Military Employment Trainer
US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Leadership Development Coach
ALLO COMMUNICATIONS
PROGRAMS AND PRESENTATIONS FOR
STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANY
PERU STATE COLLEGE
LINCOLN HOUSING AUTHORITY
SOUTHEAST COMMUNITY COLLEGE
FAMILY SERVICES, INC.
LINCOLN POLICE DEPARTMENT
EYE SURGICAL SPECIALTIES
ST. MARY’S COLLEGE
NEBRASKA LAW ASSOCIATION
CARE STL HEALTH
EDUCATION CONSORTIUM OF METROPOLITAN ST. LOUIS
NEBRASKA MUNICIPAL CLERKS ASSOCIATION
GENERAL EXCAVATING
DOANE UNIVERSITY
SOUTHERN GLAZERS BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTORS
TECUMSEH POULTRY/SMART CHICKEN
“Great job! I’m glad it was more of a discussion than a workshop. The program exceeded my expectations and that the workshop addressed issues of diversity which are more than race, gender and religion.
“John Harris is an excellent speaker who reached out to the audience with humor, thought-provoking information and a desire for clear understanding on delicate issues. He was very good at getting the audience to open up and speak.”
“The best workshop ever! What a great presenter. I’m guessing Mr. Harris could give a workshop on paperclips and keep our attention! Great speaker and very informational. Let’s have him back again!”
“Excellent! The most involvement I’ve seen in a workshop in a long time. Great facilitator-good choice! The workshop left me with a sense of rejuvenation, optimism and energized me to enjoy and do an even better job.”
John Leonard Harris has created engaging and interactive programs that truly impact people. Topics like:
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“FINDING COMMON GROUND”
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“NO LONGER STRANGERS”
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“CREATING AN INTENTIONAL COMMUNITY”
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“BEING AN INCLUSIVE LEADER”
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“HOW TO HAVE SUCCESS WITH DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS”
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“EXPERIENCING POSITIVE CHANGE”
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“UNDERSTANDING SOCIAL STYLE”
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“BRIDGING GENERATION GAPS IN THE WORKPLACE”
Mr. Harris has been an advocate and a resource for students for over 25 years.
Topics in his college series include:
“The Real Reason for College”
“College Survival 101”
“Engaging Excellence in Leadership”
“Motivation in Your Life”
“More Than a Job: Pursuing Your Passion”
“Transitioning from College to Career”
John helping students at the University of Missouri-Columbia prepare for their careers after graduation.
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