Positive Passengers
Build teams of contributors who bring energy, accountability, and belief.
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Build a Positive Culture That Performs Under Pressure.
Tom Ratterman equips schools and organizations with practical leadership tools to improve morale, strengthen connection, and create measurable momentum.
3 Core Programs
Energy Bus, POPL, POPT - Click to explore topics
School + Team Focused
Practical and implementation-ready
Certified and aligned with Energy Bus for Schools
About Tom
Fueling Growth Through Positive Leadership
Leadership is not just a title. It is a commitment to fueling the journey of everyone around you. Tom helps schools and teams move from where they are to where they want to be by harnessing the competitive advantage of positive energy.
At Dayton High School, Tom has brought The Energy Bus framework to life with students and staff, cultivating a high-performance environment where vision, trust, and shared purpose drive daily success.
Mission Statement
Empower individuals and teams through unshakeable optimism, positive leadership, and the energy required to overcome any obstacle.
Philosophy
Positive Energy Creates Sustainable Performance
Whether in a classroom or a boardroom, strong culture is built on connection, clarity, and commitment. Tom equips leaders with practical habits that turn pressure into opportunities.
United Team Mindset
Create a we-before-me culture that strengthens trust and shared ownership.
Learn moreResilient Leadership
Develop habits that keep momentum high during uncertainty and adversity.
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Programs Designed to Transform Culture
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The Energy Bus Experience
A dynamic workshop built on the 10 rules for fueling life, work, and teams with positive energy for students, educators, and organizations.
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Intensive leadership training focused on relationships, purposeful communication, and leading with a we-before-me approach.
Learn morePower of a Positive Team
Team development sessions centered on the 4 Cs: Communication, Connection, Commitment, and Care.
Learn moreCulture Consulting
Strategic partnership for schools and organizations to implement a lasting Energy Bus framework that becomes part of institutional DNA.
Keynotes and Assemblies
Inspiring and practical presentations that spark mindset shifts and equip audiences with immediate action steps.
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Tom in Action
A quick look at the Energy Bus experience in real school settings.
Credentials
Certified in Proven Jon Gordon Methodologies
Certified Energy Bus Trainer
This certification qualifies Tom to teach and facilitate Energy Bus principles in schools and organizations using the official Jon Gordon framework.
Power of Positive Leadership (POPL) Certified
POPL certification focuses on practical leadership habits that improve trust, communication, and accountability across teams.
Power of a Positive Team (POPT) Certified
POPT certification centers on building strong team culture through connection, commitment, and clear standards that support performance.
Jon Gordon Training Professional
This credential reflects advanced training in delivering Jon Gordon content with high-impact facilitation for leadership and culture transformation.
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