Glenn Druhot

Glenn A. Druhot is an American educator, author, psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, career coach, professional percussionist, and retired United States Air Force First Sergeant. He has spent more than five decades teaching, counseling, performing, writing, and serving in both military and civilian leadership roles. Through his books, teaching, and counseling, he continues to inspire others to pursue lifelong learning, personal excellence, and purposeful living.

Military Service

Served 28 years in the United States Air Force and Indiana Air National Guard.

Retired as a First Sergeant with the 122nd Fighter Wing, Indiana Air National Guard.

Served as a Russian analyst/linguist with the USAF Security Service.

Basic Military Training Academic Instructor at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas.

Selected as a Drum and Bugle Corps Instructor for Air Force training units.

Recipient of the Air Force Instructor of the Year Award (1976).

Awarded the Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, Air Force Good Conduct Medal, and Outstanding Military Training Instructor recognition.

Education

Three Associate Degrees from the Community College of the Air Force:

Instructor Technology

Educational Methodology

Social Actions/Drug and Alcohol Abuse

Associate Degree in Business, State University of New York.

Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences in Occupational Education, Texas State University.

Master of Science in Counseling Psychology, University of Saint Francis.

Ph.D. studies in Adult Education (ABD – All But Dissertation).

Academic Career

Over his career, Dr. Druhot has taught at more than 35 colleges and universities in the United States and internationally, including:

Huntington University

Indiana Tech

Indiana Wesleyan University

University of Saint Francis

Oakland City College

Vincennes College

University of Phoenix

Indiana Business College

North Carolina Wesleyan University

University of Mount Olive

Pitt Community College

Craven Community College

Universities in Brazil, Estonia, and St. Maarten.

He has taught psychology, sociology, communications, human development, business, marketing, career development, and related subjects. As a psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, and career coach,

His counseling and coaching practice:

Dr. Druhot has assisted thousands of individuals in overcoming obstacles, discovering their strengths, and pursuing meaningful careers. His expertise in personal growth, leadership, and education has made him a sought-after speaker and trainer.

Counseling and Coaching

Licensed psychotherapist and hypnotherapist.

Career and Life Coach.

Co-founder and former President of the Midwest Institute of Hypnosis in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Motivational speaker on stress management, emotional intelligence, career planning, communication, and leadership.

He is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) and was an executive board member of the local chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).

Music Career

Glenn Druhot is a lifelong musician and has over 60 years of percussion experience and has taught more than 27,000 drum lessons. And has played in a wide variety of musical settings.

Professional performer in rock, jazz, country, orchestral, worship, theater, and Dixieland ensembles.

Co-owner of The Percussion Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Has played for musical theater productions.

Built custom drum kits and percussion equipment, including work associated with renowned drummer Neil Peart.

Current percussion instructor at Fuller's Music Center in New Bern, North Carolina.

Was a drum an bugle corps instructor for the BMTS School in San Antonio, Texas

Founding member of the San Antonio Fife and Drum Corps in San Antonio, Texas

Founding member of the Anthony Wayne Fife and Drum Corps, in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Joined the American Federation of Musicians in 1967.

Performed with hundreds of bands including The Boys Decision, which opened for The Who in Fort Wayne in 1967.

Dr. Druhot is a prolific author in diverse domains, publishing the following books:

The Druhot Drum Method (5-book instructional series)

Career Directioning

Your Next Interview, What to do Before, During and After the Interview

More Than Mailboxes

The Sailboat Lifestyle

What Will I Be When I Grow Up?

The Hyphen of Glenn A. Druhot (autobiography)

The Druhot Drum Method Book

Community Service

Vice Commodore, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.

Active Rotarian for many years and recipient of the Paul Harris Award.

Eagle Scout with two Eagle Palms.

Previously Instructor of boating safety and navigation courses.

Personal Life

Married to Diane S. Druhot for more than 55 years.

Father of Scott M. Druhot and the late Robert Alan Druhot.

Grandfather to Hudson, Tessa, Taylor, Taylor, Toby, Paige, Kenley, and Jordan.

Has traveled, taught, or worked in more than 40 countries and is fluent in Turkish.

An unusual background indeed because it spans military leadership, higher education, counseling, music performance, authorship, and community service—fields in which most people spend an entire career focused on only one.

His contact number is 260/705-8261

His Specialties: Helping to develop people by working with their career aspirations based upon personal values and motivators. He focuses on creating effective organizational programs and strategies, including organization development, training, and strategic planning. He has also developed and led customized coaching programs to help companies and individuals discover and capitalize on their potential by minimizing barriers to success.