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Guaranteed this is the Best Way to Gain More Time: Say “No”

by | Jul 5, 2025 | Career Success, Effective Business Communication Skills, Motivation, Patricia Fripp Articles, Speech Coach, Time Management, Your Business Success

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 often says, “Fripp gets more done in an hour than most people do in a day.” I appreciate...

Norfolk: A Vacation Destination Full of History, Charm, and Creative Fuel

by | Jun 15, 2025 | Blog, Career Success, Effective Business Communication Skills, Motivation, Patricia Fripp Articles, Professional Career Development, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach

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 what a delightfully surprising choice it was. One of my greatest pleasures is listening to...

Need a New Perspective, Fresh Ideas, and Inspiration for Your Next Speech?

by | Jun 7, 2025 | Blog, Communication and Marketing, Leadership & Team Building, Motivation, Patricia Fripp Articles, Professional Career Development, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills

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 roots, and a chance to enjoy quality time with some of my favorite people. My long-time friend...

Storytelling: Your Secret Weapon in Recruitment

by | May 25, 2025 | Blog, Career Success, Communication and Marketing, Effective Business Communication Skills, Executive Leadership, Human Resources & Recruitment, Leadership & Team Building, Professional Career Development, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach, Speech coaching

Want to Attract Top Talent? Tell Better Stories Hiring the right people is difficult—it’s expensive when you get it wrong. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, a bad hire can cost up to 30% of that employee’s annual salary. That doesn’t include the emotional...