Doing it Right: The Stories that Make Us

Comedian Tom Dreesen was a scrappy little boy with a shoe-shine box in South Chicago trying to make money for his 7 brothers and sisters. Tom later earned the right to front Frank Sinatra’s shows for 14 years. “It was like being in rarified air,” he recounts.What was it like to fly in his private jet all over the world? And stay in his home six times a year? You’ll find out as Tom describes the Frank Sinatra he knew – the man behind the scenes with stories not heard before.Tune in Monday at 12:30CT as Tom relates his life’s journey as a world-renowned Stand Up Comedian who worked with the greats, including David Letterman, Johnny Carson, and Sammy Davis, Jr.His new book, Still Standing: My Journey from Streets and Saloons to the Stage, and Frank Sinatra is available on Amazon.

Show Notes

Comedian Tom Dreesen was a scrappy little boy with a shoe-shine box in South Chicago trying to make money for his 7 brothers and sisters. Tom later earned the right to front Frank Sinatra’s shows for 14 years. “It was like being in rarified air,” he recounts.

What was it like to fly in his private jet all over the world? And stay in his home six times a year? You’ll find out as Tom describes the Frank Sinatra he knew – the man behind the scenes with stories not heard before.

Tune in Monday at 12:30CT as Tom relates his life’s journey as a world-renowned Stand Up Comedian who worked with the greats, including David Letterman, Johnny Carson, and Sammy Davis, Jr.

His new book, Still Standing: My Journey from Streets and Saloons to the Stage, and Frank Sinatra is available on Amazon.

What is Doing it Right: The Stories that Make Us?

Welcome to 'Doing it Right: The Stories that Make Us', hosted by author and national news contributor Valerie Sokolosky.
On the show, you'll hear fascinating stories from successful leaders who have lived life "doing it right", the journey to becoming a leader, and personal experiences that formed their character, drive, impact, and influence.
Their stories of authenticity will inspire you!