Dr. Josephson offers interactive motivational and inspiring talks with evidence-based studies, and real-life experiences focused on human potentialities, and positive psychology. The audience will embrace the lessons learned and apply them toward their own life-long journey to sustainable happiness and success using his seven evergreen foundational principles.
Interactive & Inspiring Engagements
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Previous Engagements
05/30/2026: Lee Health CME Well-Being Retreat
I am grateful for the opportunity to present "Ordinary to Extraordinary: Managing Adversity, Building Prosperity" at the Lee Health CME Well-Being Retreat held at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa.
A special thank you to Jennifer Carrion for her leadership in organizing and guiding such a meaningful event. Jennifer and the Lee Health team created an environment that encouraged reflection, connection, learning, and renewal for clinicians across the organization.
I was honored to share lessons from my personal and professional journey and to provide each attendee with a copy of my book, Ordinary to Extraordinary. My hope is that its message serves as a reminder that adversity can become a catalyst for growth, purpose, and positive change.
As healthcare leaders, we rightly focus on delivering exceptional patient-centered care. Equally important is caring for the physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and clinicians who dedicate their lives to serving others. When we invest in the well-being, resilience, and fulfillment of our healthcare teams, we strengthen our ability to provide compassionate, high-quality care for every patient and family we serve.
Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to an inspiring weekend. I left encouraged by the commitment of Lee Health's clinicians and leaders and optimistic about the future of healthcare.
03/09/2026: Discussion with students at STEMCAT
Honored to speak with the inspiring students at STEMCAT—young individuals in foster care pursuing opportunity, growth, and a brighter future with incredible resilience. I shared a message on going from ordinary to extraordinary and the limitless potential within each of us. Their engagement, honesty, and determination were truly powerful.
Grateful to also share a complimentary copy of my book, Ordinary to Extraordinary: Seven Principles to Life Success, as a small way to support their continued journey. Congratulations to STEMCAT—your impact across Southwest Florida is meaningful, lasting, and inspiring.
A short video below that highlights the incredible work STEMCAT is doing.
08/05/2024: ACHE Western Florida Panel Discussion
I am grateful to have been asked to participate on this informative panel with outstanding colleagues and leaders about quality and safety in healthcare. A high priority for sure to deliver the best care for the patients and families we serve, while advocating for our providers that deliver top care with compassion. Thank you to the American College of Healthcare Executives for sharing knowledge and wisdom with your membership. ACHE leads with Extraordinary!
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08/09/2023: Brigham and Women's Hospital
I am so thankful and honored for the invitation and opportunity to present “Ordinary to Extraordinary” for the OPD Professional Fulfillment Series at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital. The wonderful hospitality, kindness, and thoughtful questions made the visit extraordinary! No matter our background or life experiences, the engagement and enthusiasm from this audience for learning the ingredients to reach “self-actualization” and our fullest potential was clearly evident and enjoyed. I would like to extend a special appreciation to Dr. Jennifer Shin, Ashley Morales-Garcia, Carly Forrester and the faculty and staff for making this such a successful event. Thank you!
04/06/2023: UNF Brooks College of Health Leadership Institute
I am grateful for being offered the opportunity to give the annual Reid Baggett Leadership Lecture at the University of North Florida. The event was wonderful, and the audience was so engaged. Thank you! Special thanks for Dr. Shyam Paryani, Wes Marsh, the UNF faculty and
staff, the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and all the other participating sponsors that made this event possible and successful. As shared human potentialities are unlimited. I wish all a happy, bright, and successful path forward! With all my gratitude to join you.
03/24/2023: University of Florida Masters in Health Administration Seminar
Thank you to the University of Florida MHA program for using "Ordinary to Extraordinary: Seven Principles for Life Success" as a common read, and giving me the privilege to share a lecture and speak with your students. I thoroughly enjoyed this time together. What a bright, talented and engaging group! I would also like to offer a special thanks to Professor Keith Benson for coordinating and supporting this event for his students. I am grateful they are joining me on the journey of taking ordinary to extraordinary, and helping others do the same!
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02/17/2023: Federation of State Medical Boards meeting in San Antonio Texas
Thank you FSMB for joining us on the journey of helping more people go from ordinary 2 extraordinary! We thoroughly enjoyed our time with you.
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02/10/2023: Morgan Stanley Conference
Thank you to Morgan Stanley for the opportunity to share more about the ordinary 2 extraordinary mission. Thank you for joining us on the journey and helping more people!
