Doug Smith

Author & International Speaker, on Performance & Trauma

Doug Smith is a specialist on performance and author of 3 books on the subject. “The Trauma Code is a must read for those studying personal development, recovery and performance. It is rare that personal achievement and the science to back it up are demonstrated in the same book. Doug Smith has done it!” – Jack Canfield, NY Times Best Selling Author of Chicken Soup for the Soul In his 45 minute keynote speech called "Phenomenal Outcomes" he tells his incredible story of overcoming childhood adversity, the power of belief, his blind luck rise to the pinnacle of professional sports and the confusion that a lack of awareness can inflict upon us. The horrific experience of a career ending broken neck and spinal cord injury in his 20s woke Doug up to developing the 8 actions anyone can implement in their life to take control of their path to phenomenal outcomes. “It was uncanny how Doug's keynote was in perfect alignment with our two day leadership workshop without us briefing him in advance. We got the inspiring message that we were expecting and we got much more” – James S. Paul, President & CEO | Defence Construction Canada - Leadership Conference Doug's one day workshop called "The Path to Performance" examines the awareness required for anyone or any organization to take control of their performance pathway. Stop playing the lottery with your success and tap into the performance advantage that awareness brings. Doug's purpose in life is to shine a bright light on the performance advantages we all have access to. “Whatever your issue is, The Trauma Code teaches you how to work with your mind. I look forward to sharing this message with my patients” – Alayne Main MD, author of Sailing Promise Visit www.TheTraumaCode.com to watch the short video, get to know Doug, download the free e-book called The Mentor & the Healer and learn how you and your loved ones posses the power to achieve phenomenal outcomes regardless of their current position. If you are unaware of the lasting negative impact of physical or emotional trauma, you may behave in certain ways and not even know why. Your performance will be in danger. If you are aware of how this lasting impact works you can take control and your mind can perform as it was originally designed. "We now have scientific proof that the mind can heal the body" – Dr. Herbert Benson, Harvard University Doug’s work and message is backed up by the latest scientific research and endorsed by the medical and scientific community. It is a phenomenal story, a book you will not soon forget and a message that can help many others achieve success. Act now and pass it on to someone you care about. Doug Smith was the Los Angeles Kings first round pick, 2nd pick overall, at 18 years old and played over 500 games in the NHL. His hockey career ended when he hit the boards head first in full flight, shattering his neck in over 100 places. Labelled a quadriplegic, Doug fought back to learn how to walk again. A much sought after author & speaker on achieving high performance, Doug resides in Ottawa, Ontario with his wife, Patti and daughters Jenna-Lee and Jamie Lynn. Call (613) 294-3766 to communicate or invite Doug to speak at your next event. MEDIA KIT - http://thetraumacode.com/?page_id=16 “Doug Smith is a great example of what someone can accomplish if they set their mind in the right direction. His inspirational message is an excellent supplement to professional health care.” – Dr. Paul Roumeliotis MD, MPH, Health Communications pioneer and Public Health leader “The Trauma Code is a fascinating read that will no doubt improve your quality of life! Doug Smith not only provides fresh, eye-opening insights into how we, as humans, have a subconscious need to support others, he explains how we can leverage that basic desire to achieve higher levels of health, happiness, and success.” – Ivan Misner PhD, NY Times Best Selling author & founder of BNI and Referral Institute Doug Smith, Author & International Speaker T H E T R A U M A C O D E Bookings (613) 832-7782 - Cell (613) 294-3766 www.TheTraumaCode.com doug.smith@TheTraumaCode.com