Recently, I had the joy of seeing the magnificent show A Beautiful Noise at The Smith Center in Las Vegas. This is, of course, the life story of Neil Diamond. Having seen...
The Power of Structure: Theater Meets Speaking
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Expert Advice about Presentation Skills from Patricia Fripp
Do You Want to Build Emotional Connection with Your Audience? This is How
Lady and the Champs Speaking Conference in February has early sign up until January 31, 2011. You can hear and learn from Patricia Fripp, Darren LaCroix, Ed Tate, Mark Brown & Craig Valentine.
Avoid These Costly Sales Presentation Mistakes
Here are 12 Proven Fripp Suggestions Sales professionals carry a unique responsibility. Every time they speak, they represent themselves, their team, and their entire...
Do You Agree Many Political Speech Openings Miss Opportunities?
You know how often I speak and write about the critical importance of a strong speech opening. The first words your audience hears don’t just begin your message; they set...
The Actor’s Secret That Makes Great Speakers Unforgettable
The Secret to Impactful Speaking and Performing “What an actor has to do is be personal in public,” said the legendary acting teacher, Lee Strasberg. That phrase resonates...
Do You Want to Know the Secret to Conquer Your Jitters When Speaking?
Here is the good news. Your audience will not know how you feel; they will only see how you act. Delivering Your Speech Is More Than the Words You’re waiting your turn to...
Making It Look Easy Isn’t Easy
Making It Look Easy Isn’t Easy When we watch a brilliant comedian, captivating speaker, or talented entertainer, it’s easy to think, “They make it look so effortless!”...
Guaranteed this is the Best Way to Gain More Time: Say “No”
Let’s be honest—we all have too much to do. If you're anything like me, there are times you feel overwhelmed just looking at your to-do list. My brilliant friend Ford Saeks...
Lost Without PowerPoint? 7 Tips to Make It Powerful
When I ask my clients, “How long is your presentation?” it scares me when they answer, “Twelve slides.” Even worse is when I ask, “How do you design your presentation?” and...
Wimborne: From Saxon Abbey to Vibrant Riverside Market Town
To continue the stories of my vacation! Origins & Saxon Glory I have often told my American friends, “You do not know what old is, unless you travel to England and...
Norfolk: A Vacation Destination Full of History, Charm, and Creative Fuel
Whenever I return to the UK, I explore somewhere new I have never visited, even after decades of back-and-forth trips across the Atlantic. This time, it was Norfolk, and...
Need a New Perspective, Fresh Ideas, and Inspiration for Your Next Speech?
Then perhaps you need to take a vacation? I am now one week into my three-week vacation in the UK. This isn’t just a holiday, it’s a meaningful pause, a reconnection with my...
