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Tag Archives: Speaking
Platform, by Michael Hyatt (and why you should wait to buy it)
Do you have a message burning in your soul? A product that could change the world? A manuscript you want to sell? Keep reading. One of my great privileges is working with an incredible team of people. Not a day … Continue reading
A Chick-Fil-A Take on Dynamic Communication
We’re now a little over a month away from our first Dynamic Communicators Workshop of 2011. I’ve talked about this conference before, so I’ll keep it brief. I’m on staff with DCW and Ken Davis as a communications coach because … Continue reading
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Tagged Chick-fil-A, DCW, Dynamic Communicators Workshops, Ken Davis, Speakers Training, Speaking
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The Evolution of Swearing
After decades of being an outcast in spiritual circles, it appears swearing is making a comeback. Maybe you’ve noticed. A muttered “S—” in the hallways at church, a slip of “D—” at that edgy Christian conference. Even the occasional, well, … Continue reading
The Writer’s 2 Non-Negotiable Platform Boosters
This past weekend I gave two presentations at the Douglas County Libraries Author Extravaganza writers conference. Nearly 200 local writers and presenters were in attendance. I made new friends, learned fascinating craft and market information, drank fabulous orange zest green … Continue reading
Ken Davis: 2 Essential Skills of a Great Leader
You know by now that I believe in short, concise blog posts that have immediate take-away. THIS post by Ken Davis is perfect example of such. If you’re trying to figure out how to maximize your influence and strengthen your … Continue reading
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Tagged Dynamic Communicators Workshops, Speakers Training, Speaking
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Finding Your Confidence as a Speaker
After years of speaking in front of groups (and settling into a nice comfort level), earlier this year I BOMBED. High-pitched whistling through tension-taut air as the woman who is supposedly a trainer of speakers delivers a sinker (or stinker), … Continue reading
One of My Favorite Weeks of the Year
This week I’m hanging out with men and women hungry for excellence. Corporate professionals, ministry leaders, career speakers, authors, missionaries … You name it, and they’ll be here. Though varied, we’re convening with one unified purpose: To become a dynamic … Continue reading
The Great Unknown
The first step into Risk is the toughest to take. A close second is every step that follows. This past week at the Professional Communicators Summit, in a room packed with possibilities, a few people dared to take that first … Continue reading
Lamp Stands and Platforms
The first time I heard the word “platform,” I was repulsed. Seemed like shameless marketing. And I didn’t want my faith to be cheapened by turning my “calling” into some kind of manipulated gimmick. But then I remembered this: You … Continue reading
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Tagged DCW, Ken Davis, Speakers Training, Speaking, The Summit, Writing, Writing Business
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Like, Communication 101, For Sure
Sometimes a post speaks for itself. This one speaks on speaking, and I don’t need to say a word. It’s CLEAR, FOCUSED, and POWERFUL. Three keys to great communication. If you care at all about what kind of impact you’re … Continue reading