Wonder is One Degree Away
Hi, I’m John Guastaferro. I believe we all have the power to create wonder! And it’s closer than we think—just one degree away. It starts by connecting three core areas: your Team, Brand, and Cause.
Working with clients like Disney, Sony, and UCI, I help teams discover the magic of “one degree” micro-shifts. From keynotes to board retreats, I bring these concepts to life in a fun, powerful way.
Meet John
Ever since I can remember, I have been drawn to creative ways to add more wonder to the world. As an award-winning branding strategist, author, speaker, and professional magician, it is my life mission to connect people to the extraordinary!
The extraordinary is closer than we think…just one degree away. Even the smallest shifts in these areas can create powerful outcomes. From keynotes to corporate retreats, I bring these concepts to life to help you elevate wonder and success in all you do.
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The Power of Three
Today’s consumers are looking for more than great products or services. They want to feel connected to you, your brand promise, and your social values. That’s why it’s so important to connect your Team, Brand & Cause. Each is important; together they create wonder.
I’ve shared these concepts with Disney, Sony, universities, nonprofits, and CEO peer groups. Whether it’s a conference keynote or virtual retreat, you’ll be inspired put insights into action.
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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
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
Dita Shemke
“John’s presentation at our ProVisors executive meeting was fun, informative, and downright 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
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
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!”
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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
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The One Degree Difference
We are often tempted to make massive changes or sudden 180 degree shifts when things aren’t going as planned. I take a different approach by embracing the power of one degree. Just as heating water from 211 to 212˚ takes it to the boiling point, even a one degree shift can create extraordinary possibilities. It is a message I’ve shared in my international-selling book One Degree and in presentations across 11 countries. Working with clients like Disney, Sony, and UCI, I help leaders uncover pivotal one degree strategies to connect three core areas of success: Team, Brand & Cause.
