Joseph Michelli has an eye for what works in business. His insights come forth in his recent book, "The Starbucks Experience: Five Principles for Turning Ordinary into Extraordinary." As a keynote speaker and consultant, he describes specific ways to develop a spirit of joy and pride in the workplace, and how this leads to significant productivity growth. He identifies team-building strategies, individual development, open management systems, and frontline training programs as key elements of a successful enterprise. Michelli, who has a PhD as an organizational psychologist, is a frequent guest on network business shows and regularly consults with corporations and organizations around the globe.

Joseph A. Michelli, Ph.D., is an internationally sought-after speaker, organizational psychologist, and business consultant who has been described as “catching what is right in the world and playfully sparking people and businesses to grow toward the extraordinary.”

In addition to writing best selling books about enduring business principles, he hosts an award-winning daily radio program in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Dr. Michelli transfers his knowledge of exceptional business practices through keynote presentations that explore ways to develop joyful and productive workplaces. His insights encourage leaders and frontline workers to grow and invest passionately in all aspects of their life.

In addition to his dynamic and entertaining international keynote presentations, Dr. Michelli provides:

• CEO consultation
• Corporate coaching
• Group facilitation and team-building strategies
• Individual development planning
• Creation of open management systems
• Customized management and frontline training programs

Dr. Michelli's most recent book, The Starbucks Experience: 5 Principles for Turning Ordinary into Extraordinary, published by McGraw-Hill, has consistently achieved bestseller status on the Wall Street Journal, BusinessWeek Magazine and USA Today lists.  He has been featured on television programs such as The Glenn Beck Show and CNBC’s “On the Money” and has conducted hundreds of radio and print interviews. Dr. Michelli’s other books include When Fish Fly: Lessons for Creating a Vital and Energized Workplace which was co-authored with the owner of the "World Famous" Pike Place Fish Market in Seattle. When Fish Fly was released by Hyperion and in audio book format by Random House.

Dr. Michelli believes his greatest accomplishment is his ability to learn from the laughter and humor of his children, Andrew and Fiona.