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Memories of the Amazing Zig Ziglar

by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | Mar 17, 2024 | Blog, Communication and Marketing, Motivation, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills

After my LinkedIn posts about my Frippicisms™, Rich Ermlick wrote “You have more Zingers than Zig Ziglar.” This brought back two wonderful memories I have not thought about in years. In the early stages of my speaking career, I attended one of Zig’s Richer Life...

Everyday Heroes Walk Among Us

by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | Mar 10, 2024 | Association Executives, Blog, Communication and Marketing, Leadership & Team Building, Motivation

My brother Robert Fripp played on David Bowie’s Heroes. One of the lines is “We can be heroes, just for one day.” However, there are those in our midst who are heroes every day, for decades. If you were to ask my brother, “How do we become a hero?” Robert would tell...

Celebrating a Life-Changing Journey: January 18th, A Day of Reflection

by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | Jan 20, 2024 | Blog, Communication and Marketing, Motivation, Professional Career Development, Your Business Success

Each year, on January 18th, I find myself pondering with a blend of celebration and introspection. This date marks a pivotal moment in my life, a day that set the course for an extraordinary journey. The First Glimpse of a New World Decades ago, as a young...

Punch Up Your Presentations with Your Life Experiences

by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | Jan 13, 2024 | Blog, Communication and Marketing, Motivation, Patricia Fripp Articles, Professional Career Development, Professional Speaking

As a presentation skills expert, I’m often asked, “Where do I find good stories and examples for my presentations?” The answer lies in our everyday experiences. Here are a couple from my own journey, focusing on the important role of customer service. Consider this:...

Be the Star of Your Own Show: Hollywood’s Advice on Dressing for Success

by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | Jan 7, 2024 | Blog, Communication and Marketing, Motivation, Patricia Fripp Articles, Professional Speaking, Speech Coach

Do you hold the position, earn the salary, or command the respect you believe you deserve? If not, I encourage you to dress and speak for the role you aspire to, not merely the one you currently have. When I was growing up, my mother gave me great advice. “Patricia,...

Shift Your Perspective: Embrace 2024 with Fresh Eyes

by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE | Dec 30, 2023 | Blog, Communication and Marketing, Effective Business Communication Skills, Leadership & Team Building, Motivation, Patricia Fripp Articles, Professional Career Development, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills, Your Business Success

As we stride into 2024, it’s crucial to recognize the impact of recency bias – the tendency to overemphasize recent experiences or the latest information when forecasting future events. This bias can skew our expectations, leading us to believe that the near...

Memories of the Amazing Zig Ziglar

Everyday Heroes Walk Among Us

Celebrating a Life-Changing Journey: January 18th, A Day of Reflection

Punch Up Your Presentations with Your Life Experiences

Be the Star of Your Own Show: Hollywood’s Advice on Dressing for Success

Shift Your Perspective: Embrace 2024 with Fresh Eyes

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