One of the biggest sports stories right now is how the Cavaliers beat the Warriors in the finals. I think it’s the finals. Maybe it was for the title. Maybe the finals and the title are both the same thing? I’m not really sure because I don’t keep up with basketball. I know it’s supposedContinue reading ““Some Guy” Named J.R. Smith Speaks”
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How to Give a Wedding Speech
What’s the easiest way to toast a wedding? Here’s the bare bones on giving a wedding speech.
Public Speaking: Mohammed Qahtani Case Study
When I came back from teaching in Japan, for a short while I joined the Hi-Noon Toastmasters in Little Rock. The group was a real welcoming bunch, and I liked the format and atmosphere. But with a club format, it’s very procedural. While it provided a great environment for the intimidated to really practice and hone their speech craft, itContinue reading “Public Speaking: Mohammed Qahtani Case Study”
Communication: Like Driving a Car
Riding the momentum of the New Year, I wanted to take a moment to expand on a theme from The Architects of Aesthetics‘ about being consistent. How you start doesn’t matter as much as just getting started. After that, it’s just a matter of time spent traveling down the road. When it comes to effort andContinue reading “Communication: Like Driving a Car”
The Conversation Coach 