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Your First Step is to Think

Your First Step is to Think

by | Jan 11, 2026 | Blog, Career Success, Communication and Marketing, Leadership & Team Building, Professional Career Development, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills

It is never too early to begin thinking about a speech. Before they meet me, many of my corporate clients believe “preparation” starts the week before the presentation. Some believe it starts the night before. Too many believe it starts when they open PowerPoint. That...

How You Can Maximize the Power of Collaboration: Enjoy the Anatomy of a Speech – Part Ten

by | Nov 27, 2021 | Blog, Effective Business Communication Skills, Patricia Fripp Articles, Professional Speaking

In 2001, I was invited to deliver the opening keynote speech at the Toastmasters International Convention. In this 10-segment series, you view the anatomy of a keynote presentation. 10 of 10. “This is your homework assignment. (Now I would call it a Frippercize.) I...

Where Great Stories Come Alive: Enjoy the Anatomy of a Speech – Part Nine

by | Nov 20, 2021 | Blog, Effective Business Communication Skills, Patricia Fripp Articles, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills

I was invited to deliver the opening keynote speech at the Toastmasters International Convention in 2001. In this 10-segment series, you view the anatomy of a keynote presentation. “I’ve mentioned my brother, Robert Fripp, a couple of times. You may have heard of...