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Keynote speaker and veteran stand-up comic, Diana Jordan has developed a loyal following with a humor that puts both men and women in stitches.
Take the perkiness of Goldie Hawn, add the singing voice of Bette Midler, the lightning comedic timing of Robin Williams, and top if off with compassion and you get Diana Jordan.
Female comedian Diana Jordan appeared on “Oprah” for the first time, Oprah Winfrey selected Diana Jordan as “one of the funniest people on the planet” along with Jerry Seinfeld, Robin Williams and Bill Cosby, and later again commented, “Diana is a star of tomorrow!” That is the effect Diana Jordan has on most people. Jordan has also been nominated by the American Comedy Awards in as one of the Top Five Female Comedians in the Country.
Keynote speaker and a 20-year veteran as a stand-up comic, Diana has developed a loyal following with a humor that puts both men and women in stitches. An accomplished singer, be ready to snap and clap as you find yourself astounded at Diana’s having “Such a big voice from such a tiny body! Great performance!” --Orange County Register
Diana's bestseller book, "A Wife’s Little Instruction Book: Your Survival Guide to Marriage Without Bloodshed!” sold over 450,000 copies. This reader friendly paperback offers witty and humorous words of wisdom about sharing life with a male. It has been published in five countries and in five languages.
As a corporate female comedian Diana was featured in the HBO special “Women of the Night” that spotlighted 5 top female comedians and also has two feature film roles to her credit including a performance in Sony’s blockbuster hit “Jerry McGuire” with Tom Cruise and a co-starring credit in the independent film “Loretta’s Surprise” that was featured in the Sundance Film Festival.
Throughout her career, Diana has performed at such high-profile venues as Radio City Music Hall, The Kennedy Center, The Greek Theatre and Garden State Arts Center. Diana, a member of The National Speakers Association, feels she has truly found her niche by combining her gift of comedy and desire to share with people that they can “learn to laugh!” And through this, it is her greatest desire; “To heal the world one laugh at a time!"
Whether a stand-up show or a private event, Diana Jordan always leaves her audience laughing. Her show focusing on the differences between men and women appeals to both women-only groups and mixed audiences alike. Diana also has a program just for healthcare providers where, as a Certified Laughter Therapist, she focuses on finding the humor in even the most stressful work environments.
Presentation Topics
Using your "Common $ense" of Humor to Deal with Change in the Workplace and be Fearless in Business
Turning stress into strength through laughter.
Diana believes you can't be fearless in business unless you're fearless in life. "You can't walk around everyday life like a Disney Character and then try to be Godzilla at work!
With incredible stories ranging from touching to hysterical, Diana shares her comedic background to the delight of her audiences. From her studies with Lucille Ball to being caught at an auction (in true "Lucy" style) accidentally buying a very expensive hot pink feather boa from Lucy's personal Estate, Diana leaves her audiences in tears – of laughter!
Building on these experiences, this program will energize your workers to take chances and set more ambitious personal goals. Diana will help your group find their senses of humor to help them deal with both setbacks and success in life with the respect they deserve!
Diana had another great teacher in how to be fearless: Robin Williams. Early in her career, Diana was in a very private comedy improv class taught by Williams (along with her friend, the late John Ritter – another classmate who knew no fear). There she learned how his fearlessness and sense of humor about life propelled her teacher to be one of America's most valued actor/comedians.
It also takes courage to find the funny in life; to de-stress yourself and prepare to move your life towards its destiny.
Being fearless means being ready to:
-make mistakes.
-look foolish.
-give up perfection.
-find the humor in every situation!
Diana's singing entertainment is an added bonus to the message she brings to her program. Audiences experience a well-rounded presentation; facts, laughter, music and a genuine feeling of caring for others shines through Diana's sensational personality and energy. Your group will leave feeling energized and informed!
"Common $ense Humor" includes parts from Diana's hilarious stand-up act as well as her character, the irrepressible "Miss Pepper."
This program can be customized for women's groups as "Female, Fearless & Fabulous".
- The Power of a Happy Heart, Nourishing the Nurse Within You
Nurses, not just ‘Care Givers’ you are ‘Rare Givers'
Diana’s recent appearance with Yolanda King at the Chicago School of Nursing was a fantastic hit!
What separates Diana Jordan from other speakers, humorists, and motivational speakers, is that she has lived of what she speaks. In her very entertaining keynote, Diana speaks of losing both of her parents before she was 39 and how in their last years, she helped them find their senses of humor to life live to its fullest.
Diana will have your healthcare staff laughing while delivering a serious message about managing stress and work/life balance.
Perfect for nurses, doctors, and caregivers of all kinds, this program emphasizes how we naturally gravitate towards people that have a good sense of humor. Workers, it's proven, are happier and more productive when they are around people who know when to take life a little less seriously.
Also making an appearance in Diana's presentation is "Ms. Tammy" – the world's oldest (and most cantankerous) nurse!
Some excerpts from Diana's hilarious program:
O.B.G.Y.N: sounds like a character in Star Wars. “Excuse me OBGYN, you have the Wookies.
Looks like you'll be Hans Solo for awhile.
CAT Scan: stands for "Costs About a Thousand" dollars.
California–based Health Insurance: if you can't afford your co-pay they air–brush your x-rays until you can!
Prescription Drug Cost: ‘I discovered my dog gets prescribed the same medicine I do. I dropped my Health Insurance and got pet insurance! It’s $39 a month and all the Kibble I can eat!”
ED: no longer just the name of a guy you dated in high school.
Emergency Room Docs: just like Emergency vehicle sirens. You usually don’t know where they're going but you try like hell to keep out of their way.
You might be a Nurse if...
-when using a public restroom, you wash your hands with soap for a full minute and turn off the faucets with your elbows.
-when you tell a man you meet for the first time you're a nurse, you're expected to laugh hysterically when he asks you for a sponge bath, as if it was the most original and wittiest thing you've ever heard.
-your favorite dream is the one where you leave a mess at a patient's bedside and tell a doctor to clean it up.
-you use a plastic 30cc medicine cup for a shot glass.
- The Power of a Happy Heart, the Courage to Laugh!
Womens Health – perfect for women-only groups and mixed audiences too!
Diana discovered during the last four years of her Mother's life, who was battling emphysema and heart disease, a bond through love and humor that brought them together is a way Diana will always remember.
Diana's ability to make her mother laugh improved the quality of her mother’s life just as Dr. Patch Adams did with his patients. She and her mother both found that you can 'Learn how to have a sense of humor', 'Prevent a hardening of your attitude!' Laughter is the best medicine Diana knows as she takes your audience through serious “life” subjects, brings home the message on managing your health and wellness while inspiring them to take better care of themselves. "Get Checked!" a hilarious song she wrote and performs along with "Laughter hits the spot!".
Diana’s singing entertainment is an added bonus to the message she brings to her audience. Audiences get a well-rounded presentation. Facts, Laughter, Music, and a genuine feeling for caring for others shine through Diana's sensational personality and energy. Everyone leaves feeling energized and informed.
Some funny but serious issues Diana Covers in her sensational presentation on Women and Wellness:
How to talk to your Doctor: "Tell him, sit down! And then pull out you list of questions and concerns. Will he be Surprised when you inform him that every time he checks his watch you're adding another ailment."
Visits to the O.B.G.Y.N.: "Sounds like a character from Star Wars!" They keep your medical records on a computer – a computer than any teenage boy can hack into. which explains how my x-rays ended up on a web site called “Menopausal Women gone Wild!”
Early Detection: "One lump or two is not just about sugar." Diana shares her scares with breast and thyroid cancer. Thanks to early detection she is totally healthy.
Money and Stress: “Goodness, Gracious, I’m Overdrawn!” I’ve got a nice relaxing picture on my checks. It's a picture of me holding enough money to cover it!
On Smoking: Butt out. A suprising way to quit that gives you an extra bonus as a women you didn't expect!
Prescriptions: How to get the medications which will work the best, without looking crazy or like a hypochondriac.
Pain Management: "Ouch is just another word for, 'you're gonna feel a little pressure..."
Prescription Drug Cost: ‘I discovered my dog gets prescribed the same medicine I do. I dropped my Health Insurance and got pet insurance! It’s $39 a month and all the Kibble I can eat!”
- Girls Night Out – For Women Only!
Excellent for Women's Groups, Luncheons and Conventions
Girls NIght Out is a one–woman show that Diana has done for the past eleven years in venues across the country. Variety reviewed the show in Los Angeles and proclaimed:
Jordan's singing and writing and characters are brilliant. And simply put, there were a few men in audience, as I, as a man, say this show is not just for women only. Men love it too!
Diana talks about everything from "What if God was a woman?" to hilarious parts of her half a million selling book,"A Wife's Little Instruction Book, your survival guide to marriage without bloodshed" to "Why a woman should be President" – Vice President, head of the CIA, "course we'd have to get that little keeping a secret thing down."
This is truly a fun, fun, fun, adult–oriented show for women. "We're working out, lifting weights, pumping iron...heck, we're becoming the men we wanted to marry"
If you have a venue, or a Corporate group of woman, this is the show for you. Based on Diana's twenty years experience in comedy, from studying with Lucille Ball and dating Robin Williams, Diana will take your group on a ride they'll never forget!
Testimonials
"Diana, thank you so much for speaking at or 22nd Annual Nursing Symposium! It was such an honor and pleasure having you with us, sharing your time and expertise to educate professional health care providers about the significance of laughter in managing stress. You were fabulous!!! Your therapeutic and exhilarating presentation was very much appreciated!"
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
You were simply awesome, outstanding, remarkable, and every other positive adjective in the dictionary. I hope that we will be able to work together in the future. Once again, Thank You!
Mechanical Contractors Assn. of Indiana, Inc.
Diana is a delight to work with. She was very flexible in accommodating our changing schedule and in adapting to our setting. She addressed a group of our Administrative Assistants during lunch and did a great job with a very humorous and motivational program. The feedback was great. We really enjoyed having her."
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Past Clients
Price Waterhouse
Honda Motor Co.
Toyota Motor Co.
Gateway
Midwestern Women’s Conference
Texas Farm Bureau |
