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Read the fine print. Maybe that's the lesson learned from the disenchantment with video mobile app TikTok. Bloomberg reports that early in the game TikTok made it known that it could be sharing the data it was collecting about users with the Chinese. MORE
The iconic Disney logo can be eliminated from popular culture. Deadline reports there is growing scrutiny of Disney's founder Walt Disney. He was an obviously flawed human being. MORE
Benjamin Keough, Daily Mail reports, apparently took his own life through a self-inflicted gunshot wound. This is news because Keough is Elvis Presley's grandson and the son of Lisa Marie Presley and Benjamin Keough. As usual, there will be a rush to speculate about motivation: What was the tipping point or points in crossing the line from hope to whatever thought processes and emotions figure into a suicide? But, that's all it is: speculation. MORE
Pre-coronavirus times, it was enough to just get away. Now, what folks want is a stay-away. The model for that is the life Christopher Knight lived in the woods of Maine for 27 years. MORE
What's new in Toledo, Ohio is this: lines of people snaking around restaurants. This hasn't been the scene since Governor Mike DeWine ordered a shelter-in-place. That was even before the state got hit by COVID-15. MORE
Media outfits are featuring the plight of foreign students whose education in U.S. institutions of higher learning is headed for interruption. Meanwhile, those in the know know that those students pay full tuition. In addition they pony up the money for books, campus fees, an so on. MORE
This is the new version of the "Sandwich Generation." " And the stress, financial and emotional, is palpable. Aging workers, who have their own challenges in a digitalized, downsizing labor market, are increasingly embracing responsibility for children who are already adult and their own older parents. Axios reports that about 47% of that demographic is in that pickle. COVID-19, of course, keeps making that worse. MORE
"Stuck in this job, at least until COVID-19 is under control." " " Stranded in Manhattan. Forever? Let's hope not." " "I will hold off on retiring. I have to wait to see what will happen to my portfolio." MORE
Is it possible for news to be good? For the week of July 13th, New York Magazine's Madame Clairevoyant has some. At least for for those who believe in the phenomenon of Mercury in Retrograde. Here is her column. Mercury is the communication planet. MORE
Is the quality of instruction at Harvard significantly better than at non-elite institutions? That's not why the ambitious struggle to be admitted to that institution of higher learning since it had been founded by the Puritans in 1636. MORE
The moving van probably won't be stopping by many of the high cost or weather-challenged locations. At least not for those choosing or being forced into retirement. MORE
Smart communicators know to be topical in creating opinion-editorials for third-party media, posts for blogs, speeches, podcasts, and snippets for social networks. Yet, they simply don't consider the engagement power of the topical in email blasts. That usually means low open/conversion rates. In coaching clients I motivate them to at least experiment with the topical strategy for their next email campaign. MORE
What is Persuasive Speaking? What are The 3 Types of Persuasive Speeches? Factual Persuasive Speech. Value Persuasive Speech. Policy Persuasive Speech. How to Write a Persuasive Speech: The Essential Steps. How to Start a Persuasive Speech: Opening Tips and Examples. MORE
Part of the uncertainty about a post-pandemic economic recovery in the U.S. is what consumer spending will be. After all, that generates about 70% of GDP. MarketWatch puts out there the possibility that consumers could adopt a depression-era mindset regarding spending. Anyone whose family members lived through The Great Depression understands how damaging to economic growth that can be. MORE
Quote: “I’m a big believer that you don’t build a following on a social network, you build a community that will follow you wherever you go.” Brian Fanzo Have you found yourself feeling overwhelmed by all of the many tech options that surround us? MORE
Free Webinar: How to Write Anything (non-fiction edition) The Format Of What You Write May Change But The Process Of Writing Anything Remains The Same. July 20, noon (EST). To register: [link] Registration required MORE
Yes, it amounts to coal in the collective stocking. CDC director Robert Redfield, reports Mediaite , predicts a difficult fall and winter in terms of public health. It could be the worst situation America has endured. MORE
Last week, I received this LinkedIN connection invite: “Hi Sue, I would love to know if you’re interested in our XYZ MEETING PLANNERS, in Month, 100% Live Virtually due to COVID-19. I’ll send the brochure. Are you interested in receiving? Call me back at 555-555-5555 or me @XYZ.com Best,”. That was the INVITE! I’ve also received thoughtful invites and as soon as I accept, instead of an authentic thank you, the person starts pitching. MORE
Q2 was not kind to Vox Media. Overall, it's been the worst of times during COVID-19 times for media. Vox's revenues were off 40% from what had been anticipated. And for 2020, it's projecting they will off 20%. The primary factor is a drop-off in advertising during the pandemic. MORE
Dating back to 1636, when the Puritans created Harvard , higher education has been considered a special or even sacred institution. That was reinforced with the GI Bill, which opened that path for upward mobility to the masses. MORE
We had been proud of our governor Mike DeWine. In an abundance of caution, weeks before the coronavirus traveled to Ohio, he closed down the state. The initiative wasn't popular. He became one of those Heroes of COVID-19. MORE
Finally, I got it that I am winning the money game. At least the one for those over-65. Instead of doing the counting based on maxing the creation of wealth, I have shifted to calculating how long I can live comfortably on funds I have locked in. The good news is: until age 82. MORE
The American ethos, since Puritan times, is that everything can be managed. Now, in 2020, the coronavirus can't be managed. Matt Drudge knows that's the story. On the left-hand column of his influential Drudge Report, he provides 17 links to that story. MORE
* First appeared in The Atlantic Post. When a man has done what he considers to be his duty to his people and his country, he can rest in peace. I believe I have made that effort and that is, therefore, why I will sleep for the eternity.”. – Nelson Mandela, 1994. MORE
The latest well-known organization to mandate employees delete mobile video app TikTok from all mobile devices is law firm Ropes & Gray. Kathryn Rubino at Abovethelaw reports that the Ropes & Gray leadership sent a memo to the troops. MORE
National security. That's the Trump Administration's concern about Chinese-owned video mobile app TikTok, reports Bloomberg Law. MORE
In its own newspaper, Guardian announced that this year it will be more than 25 million pounds short of the year's budget. The primary reason is the fallout from COVID-19. As a result, it has made the tough decision to cut 180 jobs. Of those, 70 will be in editorial. MORE
“What is the object of oratory? Its object is persuasion and conviction…”. – Woodrow Wilson, The Princetonian, 1877. Princeton and public speaking have a long, storied history together. MORE
“The only thing we have to fear is… fear itself.” ” – President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Fear and anxiety surrounding public speaking is nothing new. Google “Cure for the Fear of Public Speaking” and you will return over 2 million results. 2 million! Most individuals experience some degree of anxiety and/or nervousness prior to presenting. MORE
Public speaking expert is a title that carries tremendous weight. Demosthenes, public speaking expert of the 4th century BC, is one of the legendary Greek orators. Some of his most famous (and my favorite) addresses of his relate to his opposition to King Phillip II of Macedon. Although he passed away in 322 BC, Demosthenes is relevant to 21st century orators because of his dedication to practice and preparation. Demosthenes’ dream was to be a great orator, » Read more. MORE
By TOM MAURSTAD. …“The The confluence of events over the last week is amazing, unprecedented,” said Matt Eventoff, a communication and messaging strategist with Princeton Public Speaking. With the situation in Egypt, you’ve got an unfolding drama that could change the world. MORE
“You never get a second chance to make a good first impression” – Will Rogers. This quote certainly holds true for speeches, presentations, group meetings and any other public speaking opportunity that exists. MORE
My audience must think I lack the knowledge, and I am an unprofessional speaker. I must lose credibility with my audience. Such thoughts are obvious to hover in your mind when you screw up your presentation big time and end up delivering a catastrophic public speech despite you prepared well for it. MORE
Matt Eventoff
JULY 13, 2020
“You never get a second chance to make a good first impression” – Will Rogers. This quote certainly holds true for speeches, presentations, group meetings and any other public speaking opportunity that exists.
Speaker Launcher
JULY 16, 2020
Quote: “I’m a big believer that you don’t build a following on a social network, you build a community that will follow you wherever you go.” Brian Fanzo Have you found yourself feeling overwhelmed by all of the many tech options that surround us?
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SlideModel
JULY 16, 2020
What is Persuasive Speaking? What are The 3 Types of Persuasive Speeches? Factual Persuasive Speech. Value Persuasive Speech. Policy Persuasive Speech. How to Write a Persuasive Speech: The Essential Steps. How to Start a Persuasive Speech: Opening Tips and Examples.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 16, 2020
We had been proud of our governor Mike DeWine. In an abundance of caution, weeks before the coronavirus traveled to Ohio, he closed down the state. The initiative wasn't popular. He became one of those Heroes of COVID-19.
Matt Eventoff
JULY 13, 2020
* First appeared in The Atlantic Post. When a man has done what he considers to be his duty to his people and his country, he can rest in peace. I believe I have made that effort and that is, therefore, why I will sleep for the eternity.”. – Nelson Mandela, 1994.
SketchBubble
JULY 15, 2020
My audience must think I lack the knowledge, and I am an unprofessional speaker. I must lose credibility with my audience. Such thoughts are obvious to hover in your mind when you screw up your presentation big time and end up delivering a catastrophic public speech despite you prepared well for it.
Six-Figure Freelancer Blog
JULY 15, 2020
Free Webinar: How to Write Anything (non-fiction edition) The Format Of What You Write May Change But The Process Of Writing Anything Remains The Same. July 20, noon (EST). To register: [link] Registration required
Speaking Pro Central brings together the best content for professional speakers from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Matt Eventoff
JULY 11, 2020
“What is the object of oratory? Its object is persuasion and conviction…”. – Woodrow Wilson, The Princetonian, 1877. Princeton and public speaking have a long, storied history together.
SpeakerSue Says...
JULY 17, 2020
Last week, I received this LinkedIN connection invite: “Hi Sue, I would love to know if you’re interested in our XYZ MEETING PLANNERS, in Month, 100% Live Virtually due to COVID-19. I’ll send the brochure. Are you interested in receiving? Call me back at 555-555-5555 or me @XYZ.com Best,”. That was the INVITE! I’ve also received thoughtful invites and as soon as I accept, instead of an authentic thank you, the person starts pitching.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 15, 2020
Yes, it amounts to coal in the collective stocking. CDC director Robert Redfield, reports Mediaite , predicts a difficult fall and winter in terms of public health. It could be the worst situation America has endured.
Matt Eventoff
JULY 12, 2020
Public speaking expert is a title that carries tremendous weight. Demosthenes, public speaking expert of the 4th century BC, is one of the legendary Greek orators. Some of his most famous (and my favorite) addresses of his relate to his opposition to King Phillip II of Macedon. Although he passed away in 322 BC, Demosthenes is relevant to 21st century orators because of his dedication to practice and preparation. Demosthenes’ dream was to be a great orator, » Read more.
Matt Eventoff
JULY 11, 2020
“The only thing we have to fear is… fear itself.” ” – President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Fear and anxiety surrounding public speaking is nothing new. Google “Cure for the Fear of Public Speaking” and you will return over 2 million results. 2 million! Most individuals experience some degree of anxiety and/or nervousness prior to presenting.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 15, 2020
Q2 was not kind to Vox Media. Overall, it's been the worst of times during COVID-19 times for media. Vox's revenues were off 40% from what had been anticipated. And for 2020, it's projecting they will off 20%. The primary factor is a drop-off in advertising during the pandemic.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 14, 2020
The American ethos, since Puritan times, is that everything can be managed. Now, in 2020, the coronavirus can't be managed. Matt Drudge knows that's the story. On the left-hand column of his influential Drudge Report, he provides 17 links to that story.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 13, 2020
Is it possible for news to be good? For the week of July 13th, New York Magazine's Madame Clairevoyant has some. At least for for those who believe in the phenomenon of Mercury in Retrograde. Here is her column. Mercury is the communication planet.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 12, 2020
Is the quality of instruction at Harvard significantly better than at non-elite institutions? That's not why the ambitious struggle to be admitted to that institution of higher learning since it had been founded by the Puritans in 1636.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 11, 2020
The iconic Disney logo can be eliminated from popular culture. Deadline reports there is growing scrutiny of Disney's founder Walt Disney. He was an obviously flawed human being.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 17, 2020
Pre-coronavirus times, it was enough to just get away. Now, what folks want is a stay-away. The model for that is the life Christopher Knight lived in the woods of Maine for 27 years.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 17, 2020
Dating back to 1636, when the Puritans created Harvard , higher education has been considered a special or even sacred institution. That was reinforced with the GI Bill, which opened that path for upward mobility to the masses.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 16, 2020
Finally, I got it that I am winning the money game. At least the one for those over-65. Instead of doing the counting based on maxing the creation of wealth, I have shifted to calculating how long I can live comfortably on funds I have locked in. The good news is: until age 82.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 15, 2020
The latest well-known organization to mandate employees delete mobile video app TikTok from all mobile devices is law firm Ropes & Gray. Kathryn Rubino at Abovethelaw reports that the Ropes & Gray leadership sent a memo to the troops.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 15, 2020
In its own newspaper, Guardian announced that this year it will be more than 25 million pounds short of the year's budget. The primary reason is the fallout from COVID-19. As a result, it has made the tough decision to cut 180 jobs. Of those, 70 will be in editorial.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 14, 2020
Read the fine print. Maybe that's the lesson learned from the disenchantment with video mobile app TikTok. Bloomberg reports that early in the game TikTok made it known that it could be sharing the data it was collecting about users with the Chinese.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 12, 2020
The moving van probably won't be stopping by many of the high cost or weather-challenged locations. At least not for those choosing or being forced into retirement.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 11, 2020
What's new in Toledo, Ohio is this: lines of people snaking around restaurants. This hasn't been the scene since Governor Mike DeWine ordered a shelter-in-place. That was even before the state got hit by COVID-15.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 14, 2020
Smart communicators know to be topical in creating opinion-editorials for third-party media, posts for blogs, speeches, podcasts, and snippets for social networks. Yet, they simply don't consider the engagement power of the topical in email blasts. That usually means low open/conversion rates. In coaching clients I motivate them to at least experiment with the topical strategy for their next email campaign.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 12, 2020
Benjamin Keough, Daily Mail reports, apparently took his own life through a self-inflicted gunshot wound. This is news because Keough is Elvis Presley's grandson and the son of Lisa Marie Presley and Benjamin Keough. As usual, there will be a rush to speculate about motivation: What was the tipping point or points in crossing the line from hope to whatever thought processes and emotions figure into a suicide? But, that's all it is: speculation.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 13, 2020
This is the new version of the "Sandwich Generation." " And the stress, financial and emotional, is palpable. Aging workers, who have their own challenges in a digitalized, downsizing labor market, are increasingly embracing responsibility for children who are already adult and their own older parents. Axios reports that about 47% of that demographic is in that pickle. COVID-19, of course, keeps making that worse.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 11, 2020
Part of the uncertainty about a post-pandemic economic recovery in the U.S. is what consumer spending will be. After all, that generates about 70% of GDP. MarketWatch puts out there the possibility that consumers could adopt a depression-era mindset regarding spending. Anyone whose family members lived through The Great Depression understands how damaging to economic growth that can be.
Matt Eventoff
JULY 12, 2020
By TOM MAURSTAD. …“The The confluence of events over the last week is amazing, unprecedented,” said Matt Eventoff, a communication and messaging strategist with Princeton Public Speaking. With the situation in Egypt, you’ve got an unfolding drama that could change the world.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 13, 2020
Media outfits are featuring the plight of foreign students whose education in U.S. institutions of higher learning is headed for interruption. Meanwhile, those in the know know that those students pay full tuition. In addition they pony up the money for books, campus fees, an so on.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 16, 2020
National security. That's the Trump Administration's concern about Chinese-owned video mobile app TikTok, reports Bloomberg Law.
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