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What Makes an Unforgettable Moment from Academy Award Speeches?

by | Feb 3, 2024 | Blog, Communication and Marketing, Effective Business Communication Skills, Oscar Presentations, Public Speaking Skills, Speech Coach

Accepting an award is like walking a tightrope. You need to be gracious, grateful, and humble, yet not so humble or self-deprecating that the audience thinks you are trivializing the honor. In general, Academy Award speeches are not the best examples of great...

The Screenplay of Your Life: Time for a Rewrite?

by | Oct 28, 2023 | Blog, Communication and Marketing, Motivation, Professional Speaking, Public Speaking Skills, Speech coaching, Your Business Success

Every story has a “Once Upon a Time.”  Part Two. The place where the intricate weave of values, experiences, and influences begins to shape the fabric of our lives. When I was twelve, I knew I was more artistic than academic and enjoyed engaging with, and learning...