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You Don’t Need Any Special Education To Be A Motivational Speaker

Monday, January 19th, 2009

Do I need to have special education to be a motivational speaker? I cannot tell you how many times people ask me this one question.

Some would ask me, “Where did you go to school to learn how to be a motivational speaker?” There are those that ask me about my corporate background. They want to know where I got my business acumen from. I didn’t really think I had any. I am just using my common sense. (more…)

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Don’t Live Beyond Your Means

Sunday, December 14th, 2008

Living Beyond Your Means

If I ruffle some feathers here, it’s not by accident. I intend to. But don’t worry. I’ll be gentle.

First, let me tell you this. So many people have a twisted notion of starting a business.

I have had this conversation many times with entrepreneurs while coaching or consulting with them. I’m sure you have heard the statistic that 9 out of 10 businesses fail within the first year. Haven’t you? (more…)

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2 More Ways to Craft a Powerful Keynote Presentation

Wednesday, June 25th, 2008

1) Point Out The Obvious
Show them the obvious. Have you heard the saying that God is in the details? Well, your audience will most likely find their aha-moments in the details.

Pay attention to things that your audience overlooks and bring it to their attention while you’re making a point. That’s a powerful strategy.

It’s like they are heading in one direction in their minds, then you jerk their chain and completely switch their direction of thinking. Let’s look at an example; I’m going to make it up. (more…)

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