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May 12, 2016
Poorly Placed Platitudes Make Others Peevish
There are many quotes about effective public speaking/persuasion. One of my favorites comes from Winston Churchill, “Opening amenities are often opening inanities.” His point—which I make to my clients ad…
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Mar 11, 2016
“The Big Reveal”: How a Classic Piece of Movie Magic Can Help Your Presentation
This past week, I had two clients working on very different presentations. One, a police investigator, had to speak to a roomful of public defenders about the uses (and potential…
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Feb 23, 2012
10 Public Speaking Lessons from the Best and Worst Oscar Speeches in History
Some people view sporting events as– well– sporting events. For me, awards shows are sporting events, as there are few things I enjoy more than listening to a good (and…
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