"My family and I had an opportunity to sit through Michael Coopers presentation on Mental Toughness, the Missing Play Book. My son was extremely impressed with how much the presentation covered and how well it explains the basis for success in Sports and Life. It really has an impact on how well you should handle the mental aspect of sports. It made so much sense to him and can benefit any Athlete and yet is rarely implemented in the world of sports and Business. My son Giovanni Lugo has been working with Michael and we can see in just a short time an even more confident athlete emerging. Thank you Michael for having such a possible impact on our son. In addition, I feel that everyone should take advantage of what the HPM has to offer, your life will be changed for the better."
John Lugo, Belle Glade, FL
"My son had a unique opportunity to listen to a session on the Missing Playbook by Michael Cooper, a couple of months ago. Just that presentation alone had such a tremendous impact that even though my son is just a freshman, he saw the enormous benefit to working with Michael. An athlete can be the most talented and have all the right physical features but if he or she does not have their head together they will not be successful. The MISSING PLAYBOOK fills that void. Thanks Michael for having such a great program available, it really gives athletes who incorporate the Missing Playbook into their training, a huge advantage in a very competitive sports world."
Barbara De Giacomo, Belle Glade, FL
“I just wanted to thank you for an awesome presentation this past Saturday. At first I was going to leave after listening to the speaker before you, then I thought, common courtesy says I should at least hear a bit of the next presentation, and in a few minutes, I was hooked. It was the best 2 hours I have spent in a long time.”
Jose Correa
College Showcases America - NoticeME
"Yeah man, let me tell you a little about the effect you've had on Lou and myself. We've been working with a coach for the last 8 months or so, and although he has brought some good things to us applicability has been a major issue. I don't know if you remember, when you were in my office last we were having a discussion about communicating with our clients and you had advised us to break it down into two sections: "The Goal of the Strategy" and the "Benefit of the Strategy." Well, Lou and I implemented that immediately with great success.
In the meantime we had been working with a gentleman who is a sales consultant. In the past eight months or so he has been working with us on prospecting, business development, the sales process etc... with limited success. We went through an entire blueprinting process in terms of creating a client presentation and when I got the finished product I realized that it was not nearly as effective as the "blueprint" Lou and I had created after spending a couple short hours with you. And in reality Michael, we really only spent about twenty minutes on that particular topic! As recently as last week, I just landed another new client who entrusted us with 700K using that short but simple strategy.
Kudos to you brother. You're the man!"
John A. Naphor, CLU, New Jersey
Cornerstone Wealth Management
"HPM is a wonderful way to connect to the average person, athlete, ect. Your Missing Playbook™ opens the mind up to a whole new way of thinking and understanding life."
Booker T Stanley III, Running Back
University of Wisconsin-Madison
"HPM helped create and mold my PVG (purpose, vision, goals) to perform on the highest stage and in all aspects of life."
Tommy Becker, Linebacker
University of St Thomas
"Through HPM I got a clear understanding of how and why my mind reacts to what goes on in my life. Now as one that knows of better solutions to problems I’ll practice the things I have learned. Especially the being proactive lesson."
Donovan Fletcher, Defensive Back
Ohio University
"I had always tried to think positively but could never learn how to get past that negative voice. Learning through HPM has helped me take everything to a deeper level and drown out that voice."
Hayden Vavra, Tight End/Fullback
Concordia University
"HPM has provided me with the knowledge to become a better person overall. I have learned things in the past 4weeks that will change my life and the lives of others. Thank You for everything."
Justin Rindt, Defensive End
University of Wisconsin-Stout
“Michael is the most positive person and engages you with heart and soul. I highly recommend signing up for his e-newsletter which is full of interesting information and uplifting. Sign up...You'll be glad you did!”
Pamela Dyer, Club Services Manager
The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club & Spa, Jupiter
"Michael Cooper is a coach of the mind. He helps you unlock your full potential as a human being. What he teaches in the Missing Playbook is essential to those who wish to be successful. Understanding your thoughts and feelings is the key to achieving greatness and getting what you want out of life. Being a football coach at one of the most elite programs in the country, I practice Michael's philosophies and see first hand how they change the lives of the players and those around me."
Adam Bolaños, Outside Linebackers Coach
St. Thomas Aquinas HS, 6-Time State Champions, 2-Time National Champions
“If you are a parent, coach, teacher or any other management level facilitator, Michael Cooper possesses a depth of intuition and perception that will facilitate and strengthen your ability to attain your desired goals. He's compassionate and owns an even greater passion for his dedicated craft. I know Coop very well and his heart of a champion will motivate others to reach farther than they thought humanly possible. I'm honored to know Coop not only as a friend, but also as a great human being who will always go the extra mile. You want to make the right difference in your life or business? You need Coop to get you there!”
Kevin James Richardson, Founder/Director
OAS/PROCON International
“Michael had been a previous associate of mine in a previous business venture for several years.
During the years of our acquaintance, I have known Michael in many capacities. He has postured responsibilities ranging from a motivating, confidence inspiring associate, to and including a dynamic, knowledgeable entrepreneurial leader.
During our working relationship I have had the opportunity to observe Michael's service to the community in general and I admire him for his many valuable qualities, and regard him with evermore respect. He is very goal oriented as well as a team player; Michael has always been punctual, yet easygoing.
He is keenly devoted to his work, but being a real people person, he is also enjoyable to be around. While performing his duties in the business arena, Michael has demonstrated from early in his tenure that he understands what business is all about. He is well organized. Michael is efficient, extremely competent, and has an excellent rapport with people of all ages. His communication skills, both written and verbal, are excellent.
He keeps a sharp eye on the bottom line, but realizes too that customer satisfaction is what makes or breaks a business, especially as an entrepreneur. I suppose doing well in business is easy if you are, as he is, driven in equal measure by both quality and efficiency.
In closing, let me say I have no hesitation in recommending Michael Cooper for any business relationship or any type of management requiring strong interpersonal skills.
Michael is an intelligent, capable, dedicated, and personable young man. He is always quick on his feet, with sensible reactions in all the circumstances I've seen him in. I feel confident in saying that he is capable of handling any situation with thoughtfulness and maturity. I feel confident he would be an asset to any organization.”Dr. David Lipman
Boca Raton, FL
“Michael is a very professional, focused and experienced individual that connects with individuals and business people in a beautiful and confident manner. He is an engaging speaker and commands the attention of a room with his sense of expertise and knowledge of the topics that speaks about. I would highly recommend Michael in any capacity that motivates him."
Julia J. Mueller
A Mind and Body Connection
“Michael and I worked together when we both lived in Denver. He is a great person, friend, and leader - The type of person you turn to when you need help getting the most of yourself and your team. I would recommend Michael to anyone wanting to grow personally or professionally.”
Ari Maccabi, President
iFreeAmerica, LLC
“If you'd like to realize more of your true potential, Michael can definitely help. I highly recommend Michael and Human Performance Mentors.”
Larry Foster, Director, Business Development
FocalPoint Colorado
"The idea of working with Coop started with my father and it has already changed how I think and how I will live, permanently.
Coop has helped me in all aspects of my life and has not only been a good person to work with, but he has become a great friend and mentor.
As a teenager, I wasn't sure about working closely with someone like this, opening up to someone I don't know. But I've been working with Coop for a couple months now and the impact it has had on me is significant. My goals have become clearer and my confidence has increased. As a result, the motivation to do all of the other "right things" that support my goals has become easier.
Working with Coop helps keep me focused and confident when I am facing a lot of pressure."Barrett Percival
High School Champion Lacrosse Player, Baltimore, Maryland
“Michael Cooper has been working with our son who is an outstanding college student and athlete. The results we have seen with him working with Michael are phenomenal. Our son has always been driven but Michael has brought out something special in our son. He is more assured, confident and positive. He is understanding the power of his thinking. The best thing is... he loves and respects Michael. Our son looks forward to working with Michael each week and enjoys the whole experience. I highly recommend him for parents of college athletes.”
Carrie Robinson
Naples, FL
“Michael has been working as a coach with our son who is a collegiate-level cyclist -- racing in the men's "A" category. Our son has shown amazing progress in a very short period of time. Michael has done an excellent job of helping our son set achievable goals and discipline himself to make day-to-day decisions consistent with those goals. I HIGHLY recommend Michael and have referred him to several of my clients and friends -- all of whom have reported similar results. Thank you Michael for all the great work you do!”
Andy Robinson
CRG Leadership Institute, Naples, FL
"Before I started working with Human Performance Mentors, I was truly unsure about what direction I wanted to go in my life and what my definite purpose was. On top of this, I did not possess many of the skills necessary to be able to control my emotions and handle situations where that knowledge is key.
After I began working with Human Performance Mentors, I noticed that I have a much better understanding about my definite purpose in life and why I want to achieve that purpose. The more that I work with Michael Cooper, the more I become aware about aspects of myself that help to improve my life and shape my future.
After all that my knowledge and perception about many aspects of my life have significantly increased. With this knowledge, I am able to handle difficult situations much more effectively and impress ideas in my mind that I know will become a reality. Michael Cooper has taught me, and continues to guide me along the way with lessons that would benefit anyone who wants to achieve success in their life. "
Michael Robinson
Champion Collegiate Cyclist, Mars Hill, North Carolina
"ProPops Foundation would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for taking the time to speak to the youth at our camps. Your generous contribution and support helps make our vision a reality. Because of your support we have been able to host camps with an attendance of over 200 youth.
These camps provide life skills and coping mechanisms to young men and women with special emphasis placed on career and educational awareness, spiritual health and wellness, financial management, positive family engagement. Through our sports events, we encourage character, team play and teach the importance of maintaining a healthy body to support a healthy mind.
We appreciate having you partner with us as we create positive change, reconciliation and empowerment for our "Youth of Tomorrow."
Again, we thank you for your continued support!"Dwayne Wade, Sr. - CEO
ProPops Foundation
"I am writing to offer personal reference on behalf of Michael Cooper and his company. I have known Michael for the last year. During that time he has provided counseling and information that will enhance my company Pro Start Academy’s success.
Pro Start is an extraordinary academic and athletic program, founded by former NFL players and other professionals whose primary goal is to educate, train, develop and enhance the academic and life skill abilities of our student athletes.
He has valuable experience and information that will contribute to the student athlete’s success.
A man of character who has always charted his own course, excelled in what he sets out to do, and carries through his commitments.
Obviously, I give Michael my highest recommendation."Gary Burley, Co-Founder Former NFL Player
Pro Start Academy
"Having lectured to thousands of teachers, students and parents at many Dade and Broward County public schools in South Florida, it has become paramount that there needs to be a program to keep the student-athletes on track.
What the “Missing Playbook” provides is the Mental, Physical and Emotional agenda needed to direct our future superstars to the level of performance they desire.
You are the committed, compassionate and knowledgeable group that I look forward to teaming up with in the capacity that deems fit for their goals."Dr. Spencer Baron
Team Chiropractor - Miami Dolphins and Florida Marlins
"I am writing this letter in regards to the performance of Michael A. Cooper. I hired "Coop" after Victor Verhage, an international fitness lecturer and top fitness professional referred him to me. To be honest, my initial meeting with him made me a bit uneasy. He seemed a bit overconfident and even a little cocky. I was worried that his presence may upset the delicate balance of the team. He did upset that balance but he did so in a very positive way.
His presence alone increased the performance of the rest of the team. After having worked with hundreds of trainers, he became successful in a new environment faster than anyone I have seen. Without question, I would recommend Michael Cooper. He is focused, determined and dedicated to being the best".
Billy Beck III, Personal Training & Performance Center
Weston, FL
"I recommend Michael Cooper as a mentor and life coach. As an executive with a company, my time is limited, but my drive for success is not. Michael has helped me set goals beyond what I thought I would ever do. I am now on my way toward achieving these goals, and will set new, even higher goals, as I approach reaching my current goals.
If you live a fast-paced life, are demanding on yourself and those around you, Michael Cooper is the mentor and life coach who will help you produce great results."Herb Rubenstein, President
Sustainable Business Group, Denver, CO
"Working with Michael has been an enriching process in my life. His coaching sessions consistently provided me with reassurance on things that I knew, but was not aware of the power they had. Michael helped me get back on track and follow the path of positive thinking and staying focused on what is important in my life.
We always hear that we have the power to get whatever we want, whether it is wealth, happiness, success, anything, as long as we stay focused on it. By talking to Michael I was able to discern the true nature of what that statement means, to become clearly aware of where I am, where I really want to go and most importantly, what I need to do to get there. Once you are clear on the path to follow, you will certainly get whatever you want."Nicolas Pisano
Miami, FL
"Working with you throughout the summer was a great experience which has had and will continue to have a great impact on my life forever. I was fortunate, not only did I become more knowledgeable in ways to train myself, but I got the opportunity to create a long lasting friendship. As a child I was often told that my attitude would be the only thing stopping me from obtaining my goals in life. However, within the last year I lost track of how important that advice really was until I met you. In such a short period of time you have had a significant influence on my attitude and the way I perform every day. I know as long as I keep a positive attitude I can achieve anything I desire. Thanks for everything Coach Coop; I look forward to working with you again soon".
Joseph L. Gill II
United States Marine
"Working with Michael Cooper is like having an angel on your shoulder. During my weekly meetings with Michael, as part of our MasterMind group at Bayshore Coffee House, I learned and was reminded of the reasonable steps required for immeasurable personal success. Michael's interpretation of "Think and Grow Rich" was insightful and valuable to me as I forwarded my own personal success, as well as the success of Bayshore Coffee House.
Having never heard of "Think and Grow Rich," I was immediately skeptical. However, Michael easily corrected me with his firm recognition of the importance of this book as the progenitor of the more logically based wealth accumulation texts which have had real results for decades.
Meetings with Michael are meaningful and informative. He has a talent for garnering excitement from a group and encouraging the synergy that makes a team. I truly felt like Michael was an angel on my shoulder, reminding me weekly of the important decisions we make (or affirm) daily in pursuit of our goals. He did this while working closely with our team to design our purpose, vision, and goals; so that we might have a roadmap to achieving our team-designed purpose.
The value of Michael's work was poignant in my personal life as well. Working as part of a MasterMind group has sharpened my purpose and given me more tools to function effectively.
I would strongly encourage anyone who is interested in their own success as well as the success of their organizations to feel confident that working with Michael Cooper is an investment guaranteed to have a favorable return."B. Shea Lindner, Freelance Writer
Naples, FL
"Over the past ten weeks Michael has been giving our company the mastermind class. The class was great, but more importantly the class re-activated a dream I had put on hold for about four years. I am actively pursuing this project of mine during my free time. It is coming along very well. Thanks Michael."
Dr. Rob Roe
Naples, FL.
"Michael, I would like to personally thank you for your knowledge and experience in providing me with the necessary information to obtain a new level of education in the arena of personal growth and development. Before working with you all progress has been limited. After only several sessions, my life has changed dramatically by using your coaching system. I have already recommended you to several friends who wish to improve their overall quality of life. Your expertise and motivation has changed the way I live."
Steve Trachtenberg, Publisher, The Miami Herald Apartment Magazine
Miami, FL
"I'm speaking from my heart, Thank you Michael for all your inspiration to us here at Bayshore Coffee; you put the light in the right path for us and brought hope back into our lives at the time of so much need... Thanks again, god bless... to you the best to come".
Donna & family, Bayshore Coffee House
Naples, FL
"No matter what the task, Michael has demonstrated the ability to get the job done. He has strong one-on-one skills and has always maintained the highest performance standards. He is extremely resourceful, dedicated to his work, compassionate, and maintains the highest level of personal integrity.
Michael Cooper will substantially enhance any individual or organization. He is dedicated and loyal and will be a positive asset to anyone he chooses to work with. I personally hold Michael in the highest regard and I am convinced that he would prove to be an excellent hire by anyone looking to attain and maintain the results they desire."George A. Collins, President and CEO, Life Extension Nutrition Center
Orlando, FL
"I want to thank you for all your help these past 8 weeks. Being a former professional athlete on the PGA TOUR I can appreciate the power of the mind, and the attitude one has to exercise to improve their thought patterns to change behavior. Your body is truly an instrument of what you're thinking. Taking charge of my thoughts to get results has helped me see the power of my mind. Visualizing and learning to be a better person has energized me to tap into the power of the mind. I look forward to working with you more on improving my ability to be more successful in life on and off the golf course. See you soon!"
Eric Booker, Professional Athlete and Former PGA Golfer
Naples, FL
"Who knew that Bad Ass Coffee could spawn such a deep connection between strangers? I honestly don't know where to begin. You guys are amazing.
What started out as a quite and somewhat mundane "cat-lady" day in Naples quickly transformed into one of the most inspirational, spiritual evenings I have ever experienced. I just wanted to thank you for sharing your passion with me tonight - and for listening. After just a few hours with both of you, it's perfectly clear to me just why and how you guys ARE Human Performance Mentors: you feel it, live it, believe it, breathe it, share it and embrace it with every fiber of your being.
Your message is a powerful one. I will leave Naples tomorrow a changed person. An empowered person. I'm enriched, and more at peace with myself than I ever thought possible. This is a big, yet swift change for me. The past three months of my life have been a whirlwind of uncertainty. Even in the last week alone, I've been insecure about where my life is headed, quick to doubt myself and my abilities, and quick to feel like a failure. But in the last three days, all of that has started to melt away. It's easy to see I've reached a turning point, a new chapter, a fresh outlook and, most importantly a new attitude. This is a great thing you're doing, and people need to know it's here. I could go on, but words are not enough. Somehow I know you guys understand."
Molly Cook
Orlando, FL
