Speaking events
For more than 30 years, David Kohout has used his gift of public speaking to connect with and uplift young people. Through his work with Talk Is Cheap, Inc. over the past 19+ years, he has touched the lives of hundreds and hundreds of thousands of students, educators, and academic leaders across the country and beyond.
David firmly believes that young people are the key to a stronger future. His mission is to build strong boys and girls—equipping them with the tools, values, and mindset they need, so we won’t have to rebuild broken men and women later on.
His greatest hope is that every individual who hears his message leaves with a renewed desire to reach their full potential, a deeper awareness of their worth, and greater confidence in the path ahead. David reminds us that there is a seed of greatness within each and every one of us, and what we choose to do with that seed is what shapes our lives.
Topics and Programs Offered
Corporate Leadership Training
In-Service to Staff and Administration
Retreats, Seminars and Church Programs
Hourly, Day and Weekend Retreats
Classroom or Whole School Assemblies
Teen Violence, Bullying and Suicide
Character and Self Esteem Building
Purpose, Motivation and Encouragement
Drugs and Alcohol Awareness Programs
Youth and Adult Conference Speaker
Prison and Youth Detention Outreach
“I highly recommend having Mr. Kohout speak to your students. He truly made a difference and reached so many students and adults on a personal level. It is extremely evident that Mr. Kohout cares so much about our youth and truly wants to make a difference in the lives of our students.”
Notable venues
Coast Guard Academy
United States Military Academy at West Point
Ohio State University Football Team
FFA Camp Muskingum
Westminster College
Youngstown State
Malone University
Mahoning Drug Court
The College of Wooster
University of Toledo
Boardman Rotary
Liberty High School
Boardman High School
Girard High School
Old North Church
Cardinal Mooney
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“David has the gift of being able to communicate with kids because they know that he is sincere and totally believes in what he is saying. We have used him over and over again because we feel he delivers a very important message, a message that stresses the value and self-wroth of each individual.”
“His message was an inspiration for children and adults alike. We left the assembly feeling great about ourselves and those around us.”