We are often tempted to make big changes or 180-degree shifts when things aren’t going just right. Yet, the extraordinary is closer than we think—one degree away. Even the smallest micro-shifts in our actions and attitudes can create transformative breakthroughs in our leadership and our lives.
Hi, I’m John Guastaferro. As a brand expert, corporate trainer, certified life coach, and yes—a professional magician—I work with top brands and leaders to spark wonder in three core areas success—Team, Brand, and Cause. I bring these concepts to life through keynotes, trainings, retreats, one-on-one coaching, and consulting.
Meet John
Ever since I can remember, I have been drawn to creative ways to add more wonder to the world. I’ve traveled the globe performing magic and have spent more than 20 years inspiring teams, building brands, and advancing social causes. Through it all, I am driven by one mission: To connect people to the extraordinary!
By uncovering parallels between the world of business and the world of magic, we can all become purpose-driven wonder-makers.
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Connecting People to the Extraordinary
Sparking Wonder in Your Success
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The Power of One Degree
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Connecting People to the Extraordinary
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TEAM
Re-energize your team and culture
BRAND
Amplify your brand promise
CAUSE
Elevate your purpose and values
The Success Triad
Through my more than 20 years in both the business and nonprofit sector, I’ve found that success comes down to three core areas: Team, Brand, and Cause. Each is important. Connected, they create wonder!
Whether you’re a business or individual leader, connecting your team, brand, and cause gives you a strategic advantage in all you do.
Services
One Degree Connect offers cohesive services designed to connect your team, brand, and cause. We value philanthropy and offer charitable rates to nonprofit organizations.
INSPIRE YOUR TEAM
With 38% of Americans feeling unfulfilled in their work, it is essential that teams feel motivated, appreciated, and connected. Whether you’re a large team or individual leader, you’ll discover ways to reignite your purpose.
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MOTIVATIONAL KEYNOTES
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SKILLS TRAININGS
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VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS
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LEADERSHIP TEAM RETREATS
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EXECUTIVE COACHING
AMPLIFY YOUR BRAND
You brand is much more than a logo or tagline. It is the promise you make and fulfill through all you do. Discover one degree strategies to amplify your brand, develop compelling messaging, and build brand equity with your customers.
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BRAND DEVELOPMENT & REVITALIZATION
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COPYWRITING & DESIGN
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PERSONAL BRANDING
LEADERSHIP CREDENTIALS
- Award-winning branding strategist
- Experienced trainer and facilitator
- Certified Life Coach (ICF accredited program)
- Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)
- Speaker/performer across 12 countries
- Member, The Magic Castle
- Graduate, Disney Institute
- Author, One Degree
Dita Shemke
“John’s workshop for our ProVisors executive meeting was fun, informative, insightful, and magical! It was refreshing to learn how to brand ourselves and businesses in such unexpected, well-thought-out, and creative ways. Thank you John for making our morning remarkable and inspiring.”
Group Leader, ProVisors, South Orange County
Robert T. Lemen
“John gave a terrific presentation to our UCLA Bruin Professionals alumni group. He not only entertained us, he gave us some substantive information on branding that we can all use. I received numerous compliments on finding such a great speaker. Highly recommended!”
Senior Partner, Murtaugh, Treglia, Stern & Deily, LLP
Lee Anne Maki
“Thank you John for showing us how magic & wonder can connect us to the extraordinary. Your magic was indeed impressive, and your discussion illuminating and inspiring. Our advisory board has a renewed focus to make the impossible, possible.”
Executive Director, Center for Investment and Wealth Management at UC Irvine The Paul Merage School of Business
Stephanie Courtillier
“John was the closing speaker for our Integrous Women workshop where he left us all feeling inspired and WOW'd! John seamlessly weaves meaningful takeaways while keeping you engaged through his magic and natural presentation skills. His message of finding ‘one degree’ shifts transformed our perspective and even reinvigorated one of our members to finally land on her ‘life purpose!’ You just can't beat that.”
Founder, Integrous Women
Vipe Desai
“John is a great leader with a vision to strengthen communities and connect businesses to important social causes. People are still talking about the amazing keynote he delivered at the Rising Tide Summit, focusing on Sparking Magic in Our Team, Brand & Cause.”
Entrepreneur and Philanthropist
Jason Spriggs
“John captured the attention our entire team of regional managers as he weaved magic, motivation, and the importance of “Brand, Team & Cause.” Each manager raved about how much his presentation touched them and gave them the drive to bring it back to their teams.”
Branch Manager, Vice President, Union Bank
Kendra Puryear
“John provided a 3-hour strategy session for our Board and staff, and I could not be more pleased. John is an experienced expert and an engaging speaker. He took complex and scary topics, like fundraising, and distilled them into simple and joyful tasks. He sparked imaginations and inspired us all by infusing magic into his talk!”
Developments In Literacy
Jana Cain, CFRE
“John did an exceptional job of bringing our team together. His attention to our goals and desired outcomes made the day successful. His magic helped to solidify concepts and captured the attention of the team. We look forward to continue to working for future trainings and retreats.”
UCI, Claire Trevor School of the Arts
Sara Albiach
“John is an amazing motivational speaker who uncovers the parallels between the world of business and the world of magic. I’ve seen him in action in front of a large crowd—fantastic! If you want to inspire and energize your team, John is your man.”
Branding Strategist
Vince Corsaro
“Multi-talented. Genuine. Creative. These all describe John’s personality and perspective. He’s such a pleasure to work with.”
Global Executive Forum Resource
Richard Ward
“John is a talented and caring leader with a unique perspective to guide people and organizations to greater heights!”
CFP and volunteer leader
Leah Ersoylu, PhD
“One Degree Connect intuitively saw our team’s vision, designed our website and collateral, and gave us tools to stay relevant with our philanthropy clients!”
President, Ersoylu Consulting
