Every human being is in search for three things: purpose, power and peace. It is through the discovery of purpose that power and peace become accessible. Between the ages of 23-35, I found myself in search for my calling, my reason for existence, my unique purpose and role that I would play to add value to this world. It was through seeking the counsel of God that I was able to gain this insight. The idea of “living on purpose” recalibrated how I approached life and how I responded to the issues that life presented. I now help young professionals do the same.
Author. Speaker. Purpose Promoter.
Carlton Perkins is a dynamic speaker and the author of Reconsider: Could a Change of Perspective Change Your Life? With nearly two decades of leadership experience in corporate operations, Carlton understands what it means to rise — not just through the ranks, but into your purpose.
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Known as The Purpose Promoter, Carlton helps young professionals discover the leader within, shift their perspective, and redefine success through timeless biblical principles. He speaks truth with clarity, conviction, and compassion, delivering messages that challenge comfort zones, awaken identity, and inspire action.
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From manufacturing floors to management offices, and now to the stage, Carlton’s journey reflects the very message he teaches: leadership isn't about a title — it’s about impact. His mission is clear: equip a generation to lead where they stand, serve with excellence, and live out the purpose they were born to fulfill.
You were Born to Lead. Let Carlton show you how.
When he is not speaking you can find him spending time with his family, working out, playing chess, reading a book or watching college football….GO GATORS!
Speaking Topics
I speak on the topics of leadership and purpose. I am able to present both keynotes and workshops for audiences of all sizes. I would love to connect with you to learn more about your event or organization and how we can best work together to accomplish your goals.
Born to Lead: Redefining Leadership
Is there such a thing as a born leader? Is there only a select few divinely elected to be leaders while the rest are excluded? Many have been disqualified as leaders by others and themselves because of how they view the concept of leadership. This keynote challenges you to re-examine your understanding of leadership and the potential that exists in you through a renewed viewpoint of it.
In this keynote, you will walk away with a clear perspective about:
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Common misconceptions regarding leadership
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How to remove passivity and lead to a productive and fulfilled life.
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How to take an active role in shaping and impacting the culture of our society.
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How to Extend Influence: The Three Branches of Leadership
If you want to exemplify true leadership, you will need to know how to extend your influence. There are 3 aspects that can help you to gain influence. I refer to these aspects as branches. Branches are the mediums that express what the vine within them are producing. If the fruit being produced is influence, then these branches are the extensions that would make the fruit available at greater lengths.
Learn how to extend your influence through demonstrating these 3 tenets:
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Modeling Character
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Mastering Consistency
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Maintaining Competency
Defining Success - What is your target?
Success is determined, defined or characterized by what your target is. Success can be subjective because each of us has a purpose or reason for our existence; therefore my definition of success can be different from the next person’s. Everyone wants to be successful, but if you have not defined success for yourself, how do you know if you have reached it?
This keynote addresses how to:
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Identify your unique purpose.
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Differentiate the concepts of “being accomplished” versus “being successful”
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Respond to the opponent of success...Failure
Reconsider: Could A Change In Perspective Change Your Life?
Book Overview
Progress, new development and advancement are the results of adjusting perspective. If you feel stagnated or stuck it is most likely because a perspective change is needed in order for transformation to take place. Life is like a maze and we are walking through it with a terrestrial view, limited in our navigation by what we can see at eye-level, but what if we could walk through it with an aerial view instead? What an advantage it would be to have access to this superior outlook in this particular situation! Reconsider is a discourse which invites you to take a look at these four subjects of God, Relationships, Leadership and Success through a new lens. The author endeavors to present viewpoints derived from Heaven’s angle, that is to say, the King’s view. It is meant to challenge and inspire you to pursue and fulfill the potential and purpose that you were created for…if you are willing to re-examine your point of view.
"The effects of leadership can determine success or failure, abundance or poverty, righteousness or depravity. It can shape culture and weave the very fabric of conscience and soul within a society".
-Carlton M. Perkins
Lets Connect.
I look forward to connecting and being a part of your next event so that, together, we can inspire to pursue and live on purpose.
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