Body Language (1): (Proxemics, gestures and eye contact)
How do police officers know that you have seen them? Why are some people more likeable than others? What are the secrets to be found in a handshake? There are some women who are irresistible to men whether they like it or not. What are the mysterious messages they unconsciously send? Discover answers to these questions as well as enjoying fascinating insights into personal space, eye Behaviour and the business, social and courtship gazes (Suitable for after dinner functions when projector not appropriate)

Body Language (2): (Liars and Lovers)
More secrets about sex signals desire and lust. What are the signals that attract others? How to spot a lie or a liar. Spellbinding and intriguing. (Best but not essential) when audience have already heard Body Language (1).

The Nursery Rhyme Detective
Do you remember all those nursery rhymes you used to recite as a child? They all seemed quite harmless strange sometimes and meaningless as well. But the truth is that many of those little verses contained stories and secrets that were hidden beneath the radar of the State and other agencies of Power. Who was Georgie Porgie what was going on involving blackbirds baked in a pie and how could a well be on top of a hill? People sometimes ask "What is British Culture?" Certainly it is in our history and this fascinating talk explains how.

The Five Minute Palmist:
After this session you will be able to fun read your hand. Learn about the Legacy of Lillith and see what your Heart Line says about you. Good fun and superb entertainment. (Suitable for after dinner functions when projector not appropriate)

Moments Memory & Magic:
Do you forget other people's names? Find yourself in one part of the house and wonder why you are there. Put it down to age. Forget it. It happens to young and old alike. But not everyone. The mysteries of the brain revealed. It's truly magic.

The Twentieth Century Policeman
When Vic joined the police it was a force not a service. There were no personal radios, no panda cars and the women police were a separate organization. During his thirty years service he saw many changes. This talk is his story. (Suitable for afterdinner functions and group meetings. Not a power point presentation).

I May be Prejudiced but I'm not a Bad Person:
The truth about prejudice. Forget about political correctness. Discover the difference between attitude and Behaviour and why that difference is crucial. Learn the frightening truth about Allports Scale of Prejudice. A challenging talk but not threatening or labeling.

The Master Persuader's Toolkit:
Find out about the amazing psychological buttons that the experts press to exert influence on almost all your buying decisions.

The Midas Touch:
How to be successful. What are the simple rules that enable you to succeed in whatever you want to achieve. An amazing talk that changes the lives of all who hear it

If Only I'd Said..
Ever said to yourself after an encounter"If only I'd said...."? Break through the embarrassment with a few simple rules that could change your life. Particularly useful for dealing with difficult people.

How to survive beyond nine to five
This session is about living and surviving to today's society. There are innumerable demands placed upon individuals not only in the workplace but in everyday life that is before 9.00 am and after 5.00 pm . Some people survive apparently unscathed whereas others feel they struggle. Are you doing what you want to do most of the time or are you living in a state of having to do so much that it becomes a strain. On the other hand you may well feel completely trapped by your situation and unable to escape. Whether your glass is half full or half empty you may well find this gathering one of the most important events in your life.

The Drive of a Lifetime
Just as there are rules of the road there are also guidelines for life. Once you understand the Highway Code and the laws that govern driving then you are well on the way to being a successful driver. Rules of living come from many sources including manners, ethics and laws. Does the way you drive reflect the way you live?

Although Vic Botterill's talks and activities are primarily for entertainment, it should be borne in mind that for many years he was a trainer in the police service and ran sessions connected with race relations and equal opportunities. This means that some of his talks and activities lend themselves to corporate needs. The following talks and activities are particularly pertinent:

TaIk: I May be Prejudiced but I'm not a Bad Person:
The truth about prejudice. Forget about political correctness. Discover the difference between attitude and Behaviour and why that difference is crucial. Learn the frightening truth about Allports Scale of Prejudice. A challenging talk but not threatening or labeling. (Useful for Equal Opportunities and Race Relations training)

Activity: Who Killed the Baroness?:
A facilitated activity that will amuse, edify and provoke. Do you want something different for your group? Then this is it. Very provocative and brings home just how illogical we can be when thinking about our values. There is a preferred police solution. (Suitable for between 15 to 42 people). (Useful for Equal Opportunities and Race Relations training)

Activity: Lucifer's Riddle:
This is a facilitated activity which will challenge members of your group to a competition for resources. You will receive information concerning the five rules for living and use negotiation skills judgment and intelligence to answer Lucifer's Riddle. Great fun with a surprising twist at the very end. What is the riddle? Easy - win as much as you can? Suitable for between 12 to 32 people. Can be challenging. (Useful for understanding competition and co-operation)

Many clubs regularly use speakers to present talks. However, for a change, you may find an activity that involves everyone can enliven a group. These activities are great fun, but can also give individuals a different perspective on the world. They have proved very popular over the years. Based on Awareness Training used by the Police and the Military.

Who Killed the Baroness?:
A facilitated activity that will amuse, edify and provoke. Do you want something different for your group? Then this is it. Very provocative and brings home just how illogical we can be when thinking about our values. There is a preferred police solution. (Suitable for between 15 to 42 people).

Lucifer's Riddle:
This is a facilitated activity which will challenge members of your group to a competition for resources. You will receive information concerning the five rules for living and use negotiation skills judgment and intelligence to answer Lucifer's Riddle. Great fun with a surprising twist at the very end. What is the riddle? Easy - win as much as you can? Suitable for between 12 to 32 people. Can be challenging.