Archive for Archive for February, 2009
Book Review - Quiet Strength
I just finished reading a very fine book by former Indianapolis Colts head coach Tony Dungy. Quiet Strength is a book not focused on football, rather spirituality, faith, being a role model, and being a strong person. There is a lot of football too which works for a fan like me.
That being said, there are [...]
The Day After Obama’s Speech
OK…this isn’t a political post. Just my 2 cents on the delivery given by President Obama on his speech last night.
What he does well - dramatic use of pause; holding eye contact rather than scanning; excellent vocal variety; humor (nobody messes with Joe); presence
Where he needs help -
The pointing is way too distracting because he [...]
Obama State of the Union
I’m interested to see the State of Obama as a presenter. Will it be the sizzle of the Inauguration or the thud of the teleprompter wooden man?
I will watch tonight and report tomorrow. Stay tuned.
Cheers,
Read the Fine Print
I recently responded to a an e-mail memo sent to me following a presentation I did for the Seattle Chamber of Commerce on presentation skills. The gentleman writing was very kind and thanked me for the program. As I was about to return my reply, I decided to see exactly what he did for a [...]
How to Practice Speaking Off the Cuff
Last week I gave a presentation to a group of business professionals at the Seattle Chamber of Commerce Focus On series. The topic was presentation skills. One of my subjects was on speaking extemporaneosly. This is certainly the most common way we speak, whether it’s in business or not.
Do you ever practice speaking off the [...]
The Animal Odd Couple
You thought Felix and Oscar were an Odd Couple? Check out this heartwarming story which teaches us all a lesson in friendship and love.
Cheers.
Seattle Chamber of Commerce appearance
If you are in the Seattle-area, please come join me on Wednesday, February 11th from noon to 1:30 at Rainier Square Plaza. I’m the featured speaker for the Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce’s Focus On series. This one is titled Focus On: Presentation Skills.
Here is the promotional piece from the Chamber office:
In business, speaking isn’t [...]
Michael Vick’s dogs
Speaking of dogs, read this fascinating article on what became of Michael Vick’s infamous dogs. Heartwarming and fascinating - http://www.newsday.com/sports/nationworld/wire/sns-ap-americas-dog,0,3413001.story
A great stroy of perseverance.
Cheers,
Dan
Amazing Dog
Check out this amazing video. I actually saw a similar thing last November driving home late at night with raccoons. I’d love to get your comments…
So….What?
What’s your favorite filler word?
A filler word is a word you use as a transition, an annoying transition, from one thought to another instead of a pause. The pause is very powerful, yet we seem to have this anxiety about dead air. Because of that we use needless fillers like - uhm, ah, so, you [...]
