Michael Kurn Speaker | Sports & Careers & Media

Michael Kurn

Whatever you want in life... if you want it bad enough you can get it!

Michael Kurn is a TV presenter, Author and Broadcaster who’s career to date has included work on: BBC One, Sky Sports and Talk Sport.

Growing up though Michael's ambition was to be a professional footballer but after the realisation he wasn't going to make it he had a choice. Give up on something he loved, or find another way to get there and in that moment Desire Dream Vision was born. His philosophy for achieving his goals which he now shares to empower others to reach theirs. Encompassing harnessing, the power of time, the importance of failure, the art of weighing up and opportunity and why in life we all have to make sacrifices to get to where we want to.

A career in broadcasting was the new path and the way to the Premier League. By the age of 24 he made his Premier League debut, not as a player but as a presenter. He has gone on to host sporting events across the globe from the Cricket World Cup to 2016 Olympic Games.

Along with broadcasting Michael is a reserve British Army Officer Commissioning out of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in 2022.

After following his dreams to achieve his goal Michael is a firm believer in helping others reach their full potential.

In his talk Michael shares his journey and shows you how you can achieve your dreams and goals. It will help you put together your Blue Print for success by using the Desire Dream Vision Philosophies. From having a plan in place and discovering your inspiration.

Michael can also speak with young leaders on the art of leadership. Using the three key principles of the DDV Leadership philosophy You, Inspire and Your Team along with his lessons learned from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. He will break down each element of leadership answering key questions and go into depth to get you thinking about how you lead. From, What is leadership really all about? Asking what are your Values, Standards and expectations? And how do you empower your team?

Testimonials from Teachers

"Michael arrived early, set up his presentation and was able to meet with 8 of our senior students in Year 11 for a Q&A session. He gave them each one of his books and did messages and signed them for them as well; they really liked that. Michael's presentation was spot on and he provided a well delivered motivational talk; from the heart and also allowed the students to relate to him. A very successful event and we were very pleased he was able to come as many people have provided positive feedback."

– Denis McCabe, Headteacher, Aldworth School

"Michael was great, the students got a lot from that!"

– Chris Purnell, Business Director, Miltoncross Academy

“Michael Kurn is a young man who has the right attitude to do well in life. He delivered an excellent speech at the Hamble School awards that inspired not only the students but their parents as well. We all enjoyed his story of progression in his career, that highlighted the challenges he faced in making his goal a reality and key to this was the values that he shared from his personal mantra. I, like many parents was delighted with the examples of sacrifice he shared to make things happen in his life and where he challenged the perceptions of the students on what was important, especially in the head-spinning world of social media. Michael is well placed to speak to all, as a role model for discipline and influence, as well as how to navigate the modern world. If you get a chance to see his presentation you might walk away with a lot more thinking than you thought possible.”

– Tim Marshall, Learning Consultant, SkillSet Ltd

“You should be congratulated for your most inspirational talk, it was extremely motivational and just what the students need to hear. It was a great start to our day and really set the scene to help the students to think about their future career paths.”

– Ryde Academy, Lyn Wakeford Project Manager, EBP South Ltd

"We really enjoyed Michaels enthusiasm during his recent inspirational Desire Dream Vision talk; he was engaging and approachable with a very grounded attitude. He made some very useful points and students enjoyed hearing how he learnt from his failures. Let’s hope students can take on board his work ethic (and energy!) and learn that if you want something, then with your own determination and focus you can ensure you succeed. He has!"

– Ginny Green, Careers, Bohunt School

"The session was fantastic! Really engaging and interesting! He had a tough crowd on hot day after 2 weeks work experience but he held them so well for 90 minutes. Staff also really enjoyed the talk!"

– Millie Pollard, Careers and Aspirations, Admiral Lord Nelson School