In the Words of Charles

“Young people are not growing up in the same world I did. I want to encourage them to have hope.”

Meet Charles Hamm!

3X #1 International Best-Selling Author

Texan-to-the-bone, Charles Hamm, is a veteran Marine sergeant, retired entrepreneur, and 3x #1 International Bestselling Author. With over 75+ years of changing identities including that of a doting husband and grandfather, Charles has experienced the highs and lows of life.


Residing in the Texan countryside, Charles took to social media to channel his daily thoughts on society, inclusivity, and mindful living. Quickly accruing an engaged following of over 25,000, our cowboy was widely encouraged to further compile his thoughts into Ponder On It, Pilgrims: The Bucolic Mark Twain on Critter Councils, Cookie Bandits, and Texas Grit. The book has been sold in 26 countries and continues to attract positive attention for its approach to self-reflection and positive thinking in the midst of the digital age of the 21st century.

 

Offering in-person and virtual presentations, Charles enjoys traveling the country to share his ponderings with student and veteran communities, as well as with for- and non-profit organizations.

Texan-to-the-bone, Charles Hamm, is a veteran Marine sergeant, retired entrepreneur, and 3x #1 International Bestselling Author. With over 75+ years of changing identities including that of a doting husband and grandfather, Charles has experienced the highs and lows of life.

Residing in the Texan countryside, Charles took to social media to channel his daily thoughts on society, inclusivity, and mindful living. Quickly accruing an engaged following of over 25,000, our cowboy was widely encouraged to further compile his thoughts into Ponder On It, Pilgrims: The Bucolic Mark Twain on Critter Councils, Cookie Bandits, and Texas Grit. The book has been sold in 26 countries and continues to attract positive attention for its approach to self-reflection and positive thinking in the midst of the digital age of the 21st century.

 

Offering in-person and virtual presentations, Charles enjoys traveling the country to share his ponderings with student and veteran communities, as well as with for- and non-profit organizations.

Hear Charles’ Story on the Drake Michigan Podcast → 

Check Out the Blog

Charles began his journey as an author after coming to fame on LinkedIn for sharing his thoughts on Texas grit, life lessons, and societal expectations. His blog includes similar highlights, life lessons, and tips from our favorite cowboy!

Get Charles On Your Stage

Allow Charles to inspire your audience to re-evaluate their approach to daily living and thinking on a deeper, more introspective level. From assisting your organization with its team building and development efforts to bringing his salt-of-the-earth stories to the classroom, booking Charles for your next event guarantees an unforgettably, humorous presentation!

Charles is a man who is back from YOUR future. After 78 years of navigating the intricate pathways, the highs and lows of the incredible journey we know as life, he’s now sharing his stories on college campuses across America. Charles isn’t just sharing tales of his past; he provides insights into what you can anticipate in your own journey, both the joys and the challenges. As Charles often remarks, “Wisdom will always be the first casualty of unrestrained behavior.” But he doesn’t leave you there. He introduces a better path, one founded on wisdom and self-restraint. Guiding you along this path, Charles presents his 4 Golden Questions, tools designed to assist you in making wise choices amidst life’s inevitable challenges. Charles has a deep affection for young individuals, and they’re bound to feel the same about him.

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