Darren LaCroix reminds all speakers to periodically ask ourselves if we are are “…appealing or appalling?”
Read More...Robert Fripp’s Approach to Nervousness in Performance
As a public speaker and executive speech coach I find there are many parallels between musical performance and public speaking. My question when attendees at my speaking schools tell me, “I am nervous when it comes to public speaking!” is, “Are you nervous because you are inexperienced and do not have a coach, mentor, or class […]
Read More...Create Your Keynote by Next Week Receives Rave Reviews
Create Your Keynote by Next Week Receives Rave Reviews By Patricia Fripp and Darren LaCroix Over the last fifteen years Darren and I have met hundred’s of speakers who are not sure what to talk about. We created this program to help all public speakers search their lives for unique and original content. “This program […]
Read More...Make Your Words Worth $1,000 a Second
Make Your Words Worth $1,000 a Second by Patricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE Some people think that if they talk longer, they are giving more value for money. Actually, audiences are eager for content, presented as efficiently and memorably as possible. Here’s another way to look at it. Transcribe one of your speeches, count the words, […]
Read More...How to Become a Better Public Speaker and Writer
How to Become a Better Public Speaker and Writer In my speaking schools and coaching camps we spend a lot of time getting the attendees to focus on the power of word choices. What helps in speaking also helps in writing. Non specific words such as stuff, thing, tons and bunches drives me crazy. If […]
Read More...Building relationships with virtual communication
Topic — Building relationships with virtual communication Thursday, October 11th – 11am Pacific 2pm Eastern Guest — Patricia Fripp of Fripp & Associates Topic — Building relationships with virtual communication Details: – how to gain a competitive advantage when using virtual communication – how does a consultant select the best digital marketing tool set – […]
Read More...You can establish a personal connection
Power Pitching — Get the Personal Edge By Patricia FrippWhenever and whatever you are pitching, dozens of factors will figure in the final decision of your prospects. All else being equal you have the edge if you can establish a personal connection. You can establish a personal connection when you take this advice. Connect emotionally […]
Read More...Want to market yourself?
Want to market yourself? By Patricia Fripp There is an old saying, “If you build a better mouse trap people will beat a path to your door.” That might have been true once but it is not true now. Having the best product or service does not automatically guarantee your success. That is because of […]
Read More...Want to improve your public speaking then learn from the best!
Want to improve your public speaking then learn from the best! By Patricia Fripp I am a great believer that you can tell more about a speaker in a ten minute speech than one that goes on for 2 hours. What do you think? I hope you will appreciate why I am known as THE […]
Read More...Want to Communicate Effectively? Confused About Hyphens?
Confused about hyphens? I would like to share this article from Ragan Communications on the correct use of hyphens. I have keynoted the Ragan Speechwriters Conference several times and sometimes I have just attended as a participant. All Ragan’s information is helpful, especially in regards to writing. As you strive for excellence in all areas […]
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