THE MAN…THE MISSION

To know Kirk Johnson (Mr. Matters) is to understand his commitment to helping each person believe in and understand their own value, act on that truth and in-turn value and empower each person they interact with.

More than 10 years ago, Kirklyn Johnson acted on his passion when he introduced the relationship-driven talk show Matters of the Heart to The Bahamas. Then in early 2006, he took an even bigger step when he founded The My Heart Matters Group, an innovative, nonprofit family and relationship support organization which includes The Bahamas All Pro Dad – Father and Kids Initiative.

Kirk Johnson or Cool it Kirk, as many of his close friends know him, is a veteran broadcaster, an avid motorcyclist and in early 2010, a published author. He is an engaging public speaker, community leader and an Advanced Communicator of Toastmasters International (Club 7178). He is also the Assistant Director of Radio at The Broadcasting Corporation of the Bahamas (ZNS) and serves as President and Managing Director of the My Heart Matters Group.

Mr. Matters is a proud product of St. Augustine’s College, the College of the Bahamas and Valdosta State University. Unafraid of working hard and working smart, he knows from experience what it takes to “flap macs” at McDonalds and to cater to high profile guests of the Ritz-Carlton in Atlanta.

His diverse experience in team building, community development and marketing compliments his broadcasting and entrepreneurial skills. His work in radio began at ZNS in 1994 but grew to include stints at Love 97FM (Jones Communications Ltd.) and WHLJFoxy 97FM in Georgia, USA.

2008/2009 commitments include launching the Bahamas’ first 24-Hour Relationship Support Line, creating the country’s first comprehensive Relationship Research and Resources Database, publishing his first two books, completing his professional Coaching Certification with International Coach Academy, and advanced studies in Organizational Psychology and Mental Health Counseling.

IN HIS OWN WORDS

"Years before I left for college in 1999, I knew that my mission in life included strengthening and affirming those around me.  I feel fulfilled when I reinforce a person’s sense of self worth and can-do attitude. I know that GOD created me, as He has you, with the potential and ability to make a significantly positive difference in the world.

Granted, I’ve made my fair share of missteps; missteps that remind me that I’m not perfect. However, I know that GOD created me, as He has you, with the potential and ability to make a significantly positive difference in the world.

My full name is Kirklyn Johnson or Cool it Kirk, a nick name I earned after a hard to forget ninth grade performance in high school. Although I always liked my stage name, I disliked "Kirklyn" because I thought it was a girl’s name. It took schooling abroad and working at the Ritz-Carlton to help me truly appreciate the uniqueness of my name.

So here I am, a man who finally likes his first name, moreover, who truly likes himself. I’ve come to understand that before you can truly love others you must first love yourself. Not self love to the point of selfishness but certainly to the point of self-value. I was a popular DJ in high school yet I often felt alone. We all need to be reminded that we are important and that someone really cares.

Matters of the Heart began in 1996 as I struggled to get over a past relationship. She was my world and I was devastated when it came crashing in. I felt like life wasn’t worth much and wondered if I would ever live a “normal” life again.

Thankfully, with Time, Effort, Support and truck loads of Prayer, I learned how to get my heart back without filling my life with emotional baggage. I also learnt more about the importance of family and that time alone is not enough to heal a broken heart. It requires all the elements I mentioned a few lines ago. Frankly, without God there would be no me. Everyday I embrace the opportunity to grow and now I can finally love again and when the time is right, I will exchange “I Do’s” with my princess.

When it comes to relating and relationships, I believe that if achieving a high school diploma or obtaining a driver’s license requires:

1. Access to proper resources
2. Adequate preparation
3. A Willingness to succeed and
4. Passing the relevant tests

Then having healthy personal and professional relationships require no less, perhaps even more.

Relationships develop in many forms but it starts with you. It starts within. Whether you’re in The Bahamas, Europe, the Caribbean, the United States, Africa, South America, Australia, China, India, the Middle East or another country in the world, YOU are uniquely important. My mission is to empower you so that you will in turn empower the good in the others around you. From my heart to yours, ALWAYS remember that Your Heart Matters."

--------- Kirklyn ---------

It would be great to meet you. Let’s stay in touch at kj@myheartmatters.com