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It’s -25 degrees in Minnesota but she doesn’t want to turn on the engine and heater or she might miss an important point that I’m making during our group coaching class. Jen McDonough is sitting in her car. She sits, teeth chattering, taking it in, knowing this is an important step to take to live […]. The post What Would You Do To Live Your Dream? appeared first on Jane Atkinson. MORE
Other media outfits, as usual, are probably having him on-air commenting on Louisiana, Minnesota, Texas, and what could be next. Immediately after Dallas happened, Elie Mystal posted on Facebook that if he said what he thought, he would be fired. Since I care a lot about Mystal I left the comment "Say nothing." " But, that was dumb since Mystal is a full-time journalist at Abovethelaw. MORE
and Famous Speech Friday shared Minnesota Rep. Savvy speakers keep up with my wide-ranging reading list on women and public speaking by following The Eloquent Woman on Facebook , where these links and articles appear first. I always collect them here for you on Mondays as well. It's a great way to expand your public speaking knowledge: Why speak? GE Digital's Beena Ammanath shares Why I speak at conferences , a good reminder to reexamine your motivations for speaking. MORE
Minnesota is funny because it is the home of Minnehaha Falls. Here are the top lines for the February Joke Contest — State of the Funny. Some of our subscribers said that this contest was more difficult than most. New contests are announced on the first of the month. The next contest starts on March 1, 2015. Here are our top three and honorable mention entries: ** FIRST PLACE **. The District of Columbia is funny because it has the most politicians. MORE
Eleven-year-old Tyler Sullivan from Minnesota skipped school last week to go with his father to see President Obama deliver a speech at a local plant. History of Public Speaking Humour Barack Obama Minnesota public speaking Tyler SullivanHere’s a great story. After the speech, Tyler met Obama. The President realized that Tyler was missing school in order to come listen to his speech. MORE
The influential, conservative Drudge Report is linking the attacks in New York, New Jersey, and Minnesota. Our response should be fear, right. That could be the platform for Donald Trump to ride in to the rescue. He could announce a really-get-tough-with-terrorism agenda. Meanwhile, the Drudge Report could position and package Hillary Clinton's responses to domestic terrorism, from now until election day, as too-little/too-late. MORE
Minnesota Public Radio had a great program today on linguistics. There are many times in my life that I wish I was an English Major. For example, once I started blogging on a consistent basis, having an English background would have been nice. Additionally, giving speeches and helping critique speeches are a central component of English. MORE
As Elizabeth Olson reports in The New York Times , the University of Minnesota has taken a multi-dimensional approach for crisis communications. The changing world of academia has become the setting for ongoing crisis. The flashpoints range from the cost of tuition to career preparation and actual job placement. In the law school niche, the crisis has taken the shape of keeping seats filled without engaging in unethical or even illegal actions. MORE
Minnesota: A Tale of Two Cities. It’s time for the results of the Official State Book/Movie/Song contest. The top lines are listed below. New joke contests are announced on the first of the month. Our subscribers submitted the Official Books, Movies, and Songs for the different states. Not REAL ones. Just ones they came up with using their creativity. The next contest is November 1, 2014. Here are the top lines from this month’s contest. ** FIRST PLACE **. OFFICIAL STATE BOOK. MORE
My 2019-2020 District Director, Mike Akins, Past District Governors Linda Rhea and Tom Hobbs, and Region 3 Advisor Violetta Rios all took it upon themselves to connect me with the right people at the right time, getting me into Mexico, Brazil, Minnesota, and California. MORE
It didn't happen in Minnesota or New York. The food and beverage industries are facing strengthening headwinds. The latest potential problem is the attempt by Maine to ban using food stamps for purchasing candy and soda. Likely this won't happen. But, again, products with sugar are being positioned and packaged in the court of public opinion as "bad." " There's no telling where this could lead. MORE
I suggested they sign up now and avoid going with students from Minnesota, in an attempt to show some humor and state pride. What I failed to do was look at a map - we are just 15 miles from Minnesota, and had a few students at the meeting from across the border. MORE
The possibility takes on even a more horrific possible scenario since he is a law professor at the University of Minnesota. In this time of high angst about our physical safety, being accused of stalking can bring a lifetime of stigma. The supposed miscreant might be better off being suspected of embezzlement. So, if law enforcement decides that is the alleged crime or crimes to charge Francesco Parisi with, he is in big trouble. MORE
The victim was lawyer Justin Baraulick from Minnesota law firm Heller and Thyen. A classic in television broadcasting history was the courtroom scene on "The Good Wife" in which lawyer Will Gardner was fatally shot by his client. MORE
Paul, Minnesota, at the Crowne Plaza Riverfront. Mark your calendars: The National Association of Government Communicators will hold its 2011 “Communications School&# on May 9-12 in St. NAGC always produces an excellent program (and always at a moderate price). To learn more, visit www.nagconline.org. MORE
According to the University of Minnesota study mentioned in Chapter 10, your customers will be willing to pay 26 percent more money for your exact same product or service when you do a stand-up presentation using visuals. Arrive slightly early to conduct up-to-the-minute research. MORE
Palin waited for many long minutes at the podium in Minnesota before the fired-up crowd would let her speak. On August 29 2008, U.S. Senator John McCain announced that he was picking a little-known Alaskan governor as his vice presidential running mate. Four days later, Sarah Palin was at the center of an historic presidential campaign. It had been somewhat of a rough week for the newcomer. MORE
Growing up in eastern South Dakota means one thing when it comes to professional sports - we usually follow the Minnesota teams. I am pretty sure that the productivity in this state and in Minnesota is not going to be very high this week. MORE
The head of whatever at Corporation XYX in Minnesota expects that special treatment by those competing for the account. Everything changes. That includes power, or at least how it's played out. Those with it or chasing it used to have to be "seen" lunching in pricey restaurants like Michael's in Manhattan. Currently, as the New York Post observers, that ritual is becoming extinct. MORE
At Goodrich in Minnesota, Patrick Joseph Graves, 51 years old, had received a poor performance report, was terminated, and then went to his car and in the full view of co-workers committed suicide. An hour later, reports CBS MINNESOTA , he was pronounced dead. His death resonated: more than 200 readers left comments after the CBS article. In communications, we believe that all actions are symbolic, that is they send a statement. MORE
At the University of Minnesota Law School, where he specializes in commercial bankruptcy and corporate law, Edwards Adams had been recognized for teaching and scholarship. He also operated his own law firm. In addition, he launched the investment vehicle Apolo Diamond Inc. When the value of that was worthless, he then persuaded stockholders to transfer their shares to Scio Diamond Technology. Yes, Adams had been a very busy guy. MORE
The chief executive officers of the corporation in Minnesota or Florida made it their business to do business that took them to NYC. After college, graduate/professional school or launching a career in the arts, many young people felt they had to try to make it in New York City. The gallows humor about that was the city was the corridor of broken dreams. Now, with COVID-19 making telecommuting standard, youth may ditch that entire NYC dream. MORE
1865 Birthday of Charles Mayo (co-founder of the Mayo Clinic) … in Rochester, Minnesota. 1816 Birthday of Paul Reuter (father of the modern news service) … in Cassell, Germany. 1822 Birthday of Gregor Mendel (monk who pioneered the science of genetics) … in Silesia. 1898 Birthday of sculptor Alexander Calder … in Philadelphia . 1898 Birthday of aviator Amelia Earhart … in Atchison, Kansas. MORE
Another study at the University of Minnesota found that a stand-up presentation using visual aids will cause your customers to be willing to pay 26 percent more money for your exact same product or service. You've heard of stand-up comics, right? There's evidence from a study done by The Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania that you should be a stand-up presenter. MORE
Mayo (Mayo Clinic … Rochester, Minnesota). In my Basic speechwriting seminar, I show the participants how to tie a speech into historical events from “this week in history.&# Perhaps one of this week’s events will provide a hook for your next speech: 1861 Birthday of Dr. William J. 1906 Pure Food and Drug Act was put into law. 1918 Birthday of Ann Landers. MORE
For example, the name plaintiff attended the now-defunct for-profit Minnesota School of Business. "The suit ["Tamara Blanchette v. Elisabeth DeVos and Department of Education"] is the latest to shine light on the government's extraordinary powers to collect student debt, including garnishing borrowers' wages, tax refunds and Social Security checks …" Jillian Berman, MarketWatch, June 19, 2019. Here is the article. MORE
Avoid making the big mistakes - what the Minnesota Vikings can teach us about public speaking - Being from South Dakota, I am surrounded by Vikings fans and saw the devastation of the fans when they lost the NFC championship game to the Saints. Columbus Day Communication Foursquare Minnesota Vikings Obama Presentation Zen Presentations President Obama Public Speaking Sherlock Holmes wordle MORE
Another study at the University of Minnesota found that a stand-up presentation using visual aids will cause your customers to be willing to pay 26 percent more money for your exact same product or service. You've heard of stand-up comics, right? MORE
In Minneapolis, Minnesota, Kevin Ha, 32, manages to fit in 13 side hustles a month. He eats rice and beans. During winter he puts on layers so that he doesn't have to turn on the heat. He sticks with one well-worn suit. And, he lives in New Jersey to duck New York taxes. That's how Daniel, 36, a Manhattan corporate lawyer earning $270k annually, is planning to do a FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) in three years. Already he has socked away $400k. MORE
In 2017, Sam was inducted into the Minnesota Speakers Hall of Fame. . Today, The Wealthy Speaker Podcast is being brought to you by the Inner Circle Mastermind. Want to earn higher fees, book business at leading industry events and set your business up to scale? That’s The Inner Circle Mastermind program—a 12-month, time-tested program designed to help you lay down a foundation, accelerate and scale your […]. MORE
The explosions in New York and New Jersey, plus the stabbing in Minnesota, have unhinged any sense of state, national, and personal safety in this nation. No slouch when it comes to clickbait, conservative Drudge Report has shifted to ISIS. That's a 180-degree detour from Sick-Hillary and Declining-Hillary-Polls. The more generic subject of domestic terrorism is on the minds of voters. MORE
Uncategorized Carol Bartz John Gage Minnesota Pleasanton sales Scott McNealyAfter attending a recent Sun Microsystems Alumni Reunion I’ve been inspired to continue the series on My Working Life that I last updated in May 2018 with Part III: My Early Career. As mentioned at the end of the last installment, I attended an interview in Milpitas for a position in tech support with Sun. […]. MORE
skip to main | skip to sidebar Speaking Season - 22 of 107 Posted by Rich Hopkins, Speaker, Author, Coach on Friday, September 10, 2010 Labels: Attention , Audience , Brett Favre , Minnesota , NFL , Rich Hopkins I went head to head with Brett Favre Thursday night, in the heart of Minnesota. MORE
On Abovethelaw.com , lawyer-journalist, Kathryn Rubino reports that Omar was the first Somali-American elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives. Some assume that on election day the world ended. They didn't know that Ilhan Omar prevented that. This is an upbeat story from the heartland. It shows that the individual can blow into a million bits prevailing memes. Serve the people well, Omar. Current Affairs Personal Musings Politics MORE
The Pacific Plains Region includes communicators from: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Dakota, South Dakota, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. Earn recognition for your speechwriting skills (and other business communication expertise) from the Pacific Plains Region of IABC. MORE
Ilhan Omar, America's first Somali-American legislator, had just spoken against a public safety bill before the Minnesota state legislature. Minnesota State Legislature photo) Get involved in more conversations on public speaking with The Eloquent Woman. She wasn't speaking. Another woman legislator, Rep. But Rep. Melissa Hortman, the body's minority leader, had taken the measure of the room, and didn't like what she saw.or more precisely, didn't see. MORE
I believe that Floyd Mayweather, Jr is the best fighter in the world at this moment in time. He is certainly one of the most talented athletes around, lives and breathes his sport, and has a training regiment that is second to none. MORE
Another study at the University of Minnesota found that a stand-up presentation using visual aids will cause your customers to be willing to pay 26 percent more money for your exact same product or service. You've heard of stand-up comics, right? MORE
She’s provided mental training for the Minnesota Vikings, Fortune 500 companies, and associations. In this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Show, I have assembled some of my friends and clients who are world-renowned speakers and industry leaders to have a discussion about how they continue to move forward and support their clients throughout this quarantine and in the future. Tune in to hear them share ideas that you can start to implement right away. MORE
Minnesota: Land of 10,000 Likes. Our State Slogans theme was inspired by long-time subscriber and funny guy Sol Morrison, Santa Barbara, California. New Joke contests are annonced on the first of each month. Look for the next contest on October 1, 2014. Here are the top lines selected by our panel of judges (speakers and improv players). The Theme: State Slogans. ** FIRST PLACE **. California: All Shook Up. Terry Wall, Washington Township, New Jersey. ** SECOND PLACE **. MORE
Nancy Ellefson of the State of Minnesota’s Pollution Control Agency created a slide with 3 layers to “sandwich” the frog inside the glass. In my earlier post, “ Anatomy of a custom graphic ,” I described a technique for blending images using transparency. In my newsletter, I announced a contest for the best use of that technique. (If If you want to know about contests to get free products, sign up for my newsletter at the right!). Here are the 2 winners. MORE
Back when she was a county prosecutor in Minnesota, Klobuchar was tapped to speak at the 2004 Democratic National Convention, the highlight of which was Barack Obama's stirring keynote speech. How important is it, really, to memorize your speech.especially if you will have access to a teleprompter? Just ask U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar. MORE
The filing date was November 13, 2018 and the venue was the United States District Court District of Minnesota. Many have become all too familiar with public nuisance law through the class action lawsuits against former lead paint manufactures such as Sherwin-Williams. MORE
The next who could cave could be Democratic Senator from Minnesota Al Franken. Taking formal action, including legal moves, is so 20th century in this era of social media. Former Democratic Representative from Michigan - John Conyers - caved to what had been going on in the court of public opinion. Here is the coverage of his immediate retirement today in Bloomberg. MORE
Minnesota Related Topics Dahle Communication
JANUARY 25, 2010
Growing up in eastern South Dakota means one thing when it comes to professional sports - we usually follow the Minnesota teams. I am pretty sure that the productivity in this state and in Minnesota is not going to be very high this week.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
MAY 13, 2016
As Elizabeth Olson reports in The New York Times , the University of Minnesota has taken a multi-dimensional approach for crisis communications. The changing world of academia has become the setting for ongoing crisis. The flashpoints range from the cost of tuition to career preparation and actual job placement. In the law school niche, the crisis has taken the shape of keeping seats filled without engaging in unethical or even illegal actions.
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Ian Griffin - Professionally Speaking
SEPTEMBER 29, 2019
Uncategorized Carol Bartz John Gage Minnesota Pleasanton sales Scott McNealyAfter attending a recent Sun Microsystems Alumni Reunion I’ve been inspired to continue the series on My Working Life that I last updated in May 2018 with Part III: My Early Career. As mentioned at the end of the last installment, I attended an interview in Milpitas for a position in tech support with Sun. […].
Manner of Speaking
JUNE 4, 2012
Eleven-year-old Tyler Sullivan from Minnesota skipped school last week to go with his father to see President Obama deliver a speech at a local plant. History of Public Speaking Humour Barack Obama Minnesota public speaking Tyler SullivanHere’s a great story. After the speech, Tyler met Obama. The President realized that Tyler was missing school in order to come listen to his speech.
Matt Eventoff
MAY 3, 2010
I believe that Floyd Mayweather, Jr is the best fighter in the world at this moment in time. He is certainly one of the most talented athletes around, lives and breathes his sport, and has a training regiment that is second to none.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
SEPTEMBER 18, 2016
The influential, conservative Drudge Report is linking the attacks in New York, New Jersey, and Minnesota. Our response should be fear, right. That could be the platform for Donald Trump to ride in to the rescue. He could announce a really-get-tough-with-terrorism agenda. Meanwhile, the Drudge Report could position and package Hillary Clinton's responses to domestic terrorism, from now until election day, as too-little/too-late.
Dahle Communication
JANUARY 4, 2011
Avoid making the big mistakes - what the Minnesota Vikings can teach us about public speaking - Being from South Dakota, I am surrounded by Vikings fans and saw the devastation of the fans when they lost the NFC championship game to the Saints. Columbus Day Communication Foursquare Minnesota Vikings Obama Presentation Zen Presentations President Obama Public Speaking Sherlock Holmes wordle
Speaker Launcher
JANUARY 9, 2018
It’s -25 degrees in Minnesota but she doesn’t want to turn on the engine and heater or she might miss an important point that I’m making during our group coaching class. Jen McDonough is sitting in her car. She sits, teeth chattering, taking it in, knowing this is an important step to take to live […]. The post What Would You Do To Live Your Dream? appeared first on Jane Atkinson.
PowerPoint Tips
MAY 6, 2013
Nancy Ellefson of the State of Minnesota’s Pollution Control Agency created a slide with 3 layers to “sandwich” the frog inside the glass. In my earlier post, “ Anatomy of a custom graphic ,” I described a technique for blending images using transparency. In my newsletter, I announced a contest for the best use of that technique. (If If you want to know about contests to get free products, sign up for my newsletter at the right!). Here are the 2 winners.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
NOVEMBER 11, 2016
On Abovethelaw.com , lawyer-journalist, Kathryn Rubino reports that Omar was the first Somali-American elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives. Some assume that on election day the world ended. They didn't know that Ilhan Omar prevented that. This is an upbeat story from the heartland. It shows that the individual can blow into a million bits prevailing memes. Serve the people well, Omar. Current Affairs Personal Musings Politics
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
DECEMBER 31, 2019
The victim was lawyer Justin Baraulick from Minnesota law firm Heller and Thyen. A classic in television broadcasting history was the courtroom scene on "The Good Wife" in which lawyer Will Gardner was fatally shot by his client.
Speaker Launcher
MAY 21, 2020
She’s provided mental training for the Minnesota Vikings, Fortune 500 companies, and associations. In this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Show, I have assembled some of my friends and clients who are world-renowned speakers and industry leaders to have a discussion about how they continue to move forward and support their clients throughout this quarantine and in the future. Tune in to hear them share ideas that you can start to implement right away.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
SEPTEMBER 18, 2016
The explosions in New York and New Jersey, plus the stabbing in Minnesota, have unhinged any sense of state, national, and personal safety in this nation. No slouch when it comes to clickbait, conservative Drudge Report has shifted to ISIS. That's a 180-degree detour from Sick-Hillary and Declining-Hillary-Polls. The more generic subject of domestic terrorism is on the minds of voters.
Joan Detz Speaker Services
MARCH 29, 2012
The Pacific Plains Region includes communicators from: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Dakota, South Dakota, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. Earn recognition for your speechwriting skills (and other business communication expertise) from the Pacific Plains Region of IABC.
Dahle Communication
AUGUST 6, 2009
Minnesota Public Radio had a great program today on linguistics. There are many times in my life that I wish I was an English Major. For example, once I started blogging on a consistent basis, having an English background would have been nice. Additionally, giving speeches and helping critique speeches are a central component of English.
Speak and Deliver
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
My 2019-2020 District Director, Mike Akins, Past District Governors Linda Rhea and Tom Hobbs, and Region 3 Advisor Violetta Rios all took it upon themselves to connect me with the right people at the right time, getting me into Mexico, Brazil, Minnesota, and California.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
NOVEMBER 25, 2015
It didn't happen in Minnesota or New York. The food and beverage industries are facing strengthening headwinds. The latest potential problem is the attempt by Maine to ban using food stamps for purchasing candy and soda. Likely this won't happen. But, again, products with sugar are being positioned and packaged in the court of public opinion as "bad." " There's no telling where this could lead.
Joan Detz Speaker Services
MARCH 7, 2011
Paul, Minnesota, at the Crowne Plaza Riverfront. Mark your calendars: The National Association of Government Communicators will hold its 2011 “Communications School&# on May 9-12 in St. NAGC always produces an excellent program (and always at a moderate price). To learn more, visit www.nagconline.org.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
NOVEMBER 21, 2018
The filing date was November 13, 2018 and the venue was the United States District Court District of Minnesota. Many have become all too familiar with public nuisance law through the class action lawsuits against former lead paint manufactures such as Sherwin-Williams.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
DECEMBER 5, 2017
The next who could cave could be Democratic Senator from Minnesota Al Franken. Taking formal action, including legal moves, is so 20th century in this era of social media. Former Democratic Representative from Michigan - John Conyers - caved to what had been going on in the court of public opinion. Here is the coverage of his immediate retirement today in Bloomberg.
The Eloquent Woman
JULY 17, 2017
and Famous Speech Friday shared Minnesota Rep. Savvy speakers keep up with my wide-ranging reading list on women and public speaking by following The Eloquent Woman on Facebook , where these links and articles appear first. I always collect them here for you on Mondays as well. It's a great way to expand your public speaking knowledge: Why speak? GE Digital's Beena Ammanath shares Why I speak at conferences , a good reminder to reexamine your motivations for speaking.
The Eloquent Woman
JULY 14, 2017
Ilhan Omar, America's first Somali-American legislator, had just spoken against a public safety bill before the Minnesota state legislature. Minnesota State Legislature photo) Get involved in more conversations on public speaking with The Eloquent Woman. She wasn't speaking. Another woman legislator, Rep. But Rep. Melissa Hortman, the body's minority leader, had taken the measure of the room, and didn't like what she saw.or more precisely, didn't see.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
MAY 23, 2020
The chief executive officers of the corporation in Minnesota or Florida made it their business to do business that took them to NYC. After college, graduate/professional school or launching a career in the arts, many young people felt they had to try to make it in New York City. The gallows humor about that was the city was the corridor of broken dreams. Now, with COVID-19 making telecommuting standard, youth may ditch that entire NYC dream.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
FEBRUARY 21, 2017
The possibility takes on even a more horrific possible scenario since he is a law professor at the University of Minnesota. In this time of high angst about our physical safety, being accused of stalking can bring a lifetime of stigma. The supposed miscreant might be better off being suspected of embezzlement. So, if law enforcement decides that is the alleged crime or crimes to charge Francesco Parisi with, he is in big trouble.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
OCTOBER 3, 2011
At Goodrich in Minnesota, Patrick Joseph Graves, 51 years old, had received a poor performance report, was terminated, and then went to his car and in the full view of co-workers committed suicide. An hour later, reports CBS MINNESOTA , he was pronounced dead. His death resonated: more than 200 readers left comments after the CBS article. In communications, we believe that all actions are symbolic, that is they send a statement.
Speaker Launcher
SEPTEMBER 6, 2018
In 2017, Sam was inducted into the Minnesota Speakers Hall of Fame. . Today, The Wealthy Speaker Podcast is being brought to you by the Inner Circle Mastermind. Want to earn higher fees, book business at leading industry events and set your business up to scale? That’s The Inner Circle Mastermind program—a 12-month, time-tested program designed to help you lay down a foundation, accelerate and scale your […].
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JUNE 19, 2019
For example, the name plaintiff attended the now-defunct for-profit Minnesota School of Business. "The suit ["Tamara Blanchette v. Elisabeth DeVos and Department of Education"] is the latest to shine light on the government's extraordinary powers to collect student debt, including garnishing borrowers' wages, tax refunds and Social Security checks …" Jillian Berman, MarketWatch, June 19, 2019. Here is the article.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
MARCH 23, 2017
At the University of Minnesota Law School, where he specializes in commercial bankruptcy and corporate law, Edwards Adams had been recognized for teaching and scholarship. He also operated his own law firm. In addition, he launched the investment vehicle Apolo Diamond Inc. When the value of that was worthless, he then persuaded stockholders to transfer their shares to Scio Diamond Technology. Yes, Adams had been a very busy guy.
Humor Power
OCTOBER 16, 2014
Minnesota: A Tale of Two Cities. It’s time for the results of the Official State Book/Movie/Song contest. The top lines are listed below. New joke contests are announced on the first of the month. Our subscribers submitted the Official Books, Movies, and Songs for the different states. Not REAL ones. Just ones they came up with using their creativity. The next contest is November 1, 2014. Here are the top lines from this month’s contest. ** FIRST PLACE **. OFFICIAL STATE BOOK.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
OCTOBER 27, 2019
The head of whatever at Corporation XYX in Minnesota expects that special treatment by those competing for the account. Everything changes. That includes power, or at least how it's played out. Those with it or chasing it used to have to be "seen" lunching in pricey restaurants like Michael's in Manhattan. Currently, as the New York Post observers, that ritual is becoming extinct.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
OCTOBER 9, 2019
In Minneapolis, Minnesota, Kevin Ha, 32, manages to fit in 13 side hustles a month. He eats rice and beans. During winter he puts on layers so that he doesn't have to turn on the heat. He sticks with one well-worn suit. And, he lives in New Jersey to duck New York taxes. That's how Daniel, 36, a Manhattan corporate lawyer earning $270k annually, is planning to do a FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) in three years. Already he has socked away $400k.
Great Public Speaking
MAY 2, 2011
Another study at the University of Minnesota found that a stand-up presentation using visual aids will cause your customers to be willing to pay 26 percent more money for your exact same product or service. You've heard of stand-up comics, right?
Joan Detz Speaker Services
JUNE 29, 2009
Mayo (Mayo Clinic … Rochester, Minnesota). In my Basic speechwriting seminar, I show the participants how to tie a speech into historical events from “this week in history.&# Perhaps one of this week’s events will provide a hook for your next speech: 1861 Birthday of Dr. William J. 1906 Pure Food and Drug Act was put into law. 1918 Birthday of Ann Landers.
Humor Power
FEBRUARY 23, 2015
Minnesota is funny because it is the home of Minnehaha Falls. Here are the top lines for the February Joke Contest — State of the Funny. Some of our subscribers said that this contest was more difficult than most. New contests are announced on the first of the month. The next contest starts on March 1, 2015. Here are our top three and honorable mention entries: ** FIRST PLACE **. The District of Columbia is funny because it has the most politicians.
Jane Genova: Speechwriter - Ghostwriter
JULY 9, 2016
Other media outfits, as usual, are probably having him on-air commenting on Louisiana, Minnesota, Texas, and what could be next. Immediately after Dallas happened, Elie Mystal posted on Facebook that if he said what he thought, he would be fired. Since I care a lot about Mystal I left the comment "Say nothing." " But, that was dumb since Mystal is a full-time journalist at Abovethelaw.
Great Public Speaking
MAY 18, 2011
Another study at the University of Minnesota found that a stand-up presentation using visual aids will cause your customers to be willing to pay 26 percent more money for your exact same product or service. You've heard of stand-up comics, right?
Great Public Speaking
DECEMBER 12, 2011
Another study at the University of Minnesota found that a stand-up presentation using visual aids will cause your customers to be willing to pay 26 percent more money for your exact same product or service. You've heard of stand-up comics, right? There's evidence from a study done by The Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania that you should be a stand-up presenter.
Great Public Speaking
NOVEMBER 17, 2010
According to the University of Minnesota study mentioned in Chapter 10, your customers will be willing to pay 26 percent more money for your exact same product or service when you do a stand-up presentation using visuals. Arrive slightly early to conduct up-to-the-minute research.
Humor Power
SEPTEMBER 18, 2014
Minnesota: Land of 10,000 Likes. Our State Slogans theme was inspired by long-time subscriber and funny guy Sol Morrison, Santa Barbara, California. New Joke contests are annonced on the first of each month. Look for the next contest on October 1, 2014. Here are the top lines selected by our panel of judges (speakers and improv players). The Theme: State Slogans. ** FIRST PLACE **. California: All Shook Up. Terry Wall, Washington Township, New Jersey. ** SECOND PLACE **.
Joan Detz Speaker Services
JULY 20, 2009
1865 Birthday of Charles Mayo (co-founder of the Mayo Clinic) … in Rochester, Minnesota. 1816 Birthday of Paul Reuter (father of the modern news service) … in Cassell, Germany. 1822 Birthday of Gregor Mendel (monk who pioneered the science of genetics) … in Silesia. 1898 Birthday of sculptor Alexander Calder … in Philadelphia . 1898 Birthday of aviator Amelia Earhart … in Atchison, Kansas.
Speak and Deliver
AUGUST 18, 2010
I suggested they sign up now and avoid going with students from Minnesota, in an attempt to show some humor and state pride. What I failed to do was look at a map - we are just 15 miles from Minnesota, and had a few students at the meeting from across the border.
The Eloquent Woman
DECEMBER 13, 2013
Palin waited for many long minutes at the podium in Minnesota before the fired-up crowd would let her speak. On August 29 2008, U.S. Senator John McCain announced that he was picking a little-known Alaskan governor as his vice presidential running mate. Four days later, Sarah Palin was at the center of an historic presidential campaign. It had been somewhat of a rough week for the newcomer.
The Eloquent Woman
MAY 5, 2016
Back when she was a county prosecutor in Minnesota, Klobuchar was tapped to speak at the 2004 Democratic National Convention, the highlight of which was Barack Obama's stirring keynote speech. How important is it, really, to memorize your speech.especially if you will have access to a teleprompter? Just ask U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar.
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