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What We Can Learn from Abraham Lincoln’s Public Speaking History – Part 1
I asked a number of people recently how long they thought the Gettysburg Address actually was. Most said 10-15 minutes or they didn’t know. Amazingly to me, the Gettysburg address lasted just over two minutes.
How to Win The Global Attention Span Challenge.
Mark Twain, once observed, “No sinner is saved after the first 20 minutes of a sermon.” If your goal is to capture and keep your audience’s attention today, Twain’s advice remains on point but it’s outdated.
Holiday Networking: How to Get Remembered and Rewarded
Years ago, my roommate Deana was a hospitality major who got to take the most popular course on campus at the time: Beverage 101. She was required...
What Words Promote Action When You Want the ‘Yes’ Answer?
Getting people to attend an event, join your group, or contribute to your favorite cause is actually a form of public speaking that looks “natural” and deceptively easy.
Can You Push Yourself Over?
After more than a few harrowing moments on what I called a “river roller coaster ride,” what I realized in my first ever white water rafting...
So You Don’t Want to Run for Office, but…
It’s sad to say but generally true, winning or losing in elections is not related to the candidates’ experience, resume, or grasp of the issues. A...