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An extraordinary and unexpected generational gift.

Another unique and grand kindness that has rippled through time.

Unique, grand, profound kindnesses ripple through time.

Being a friend, a good friend, requires skill.

Yep, clothing is a conversation, even ugly, violent conversations.

Understanding how the TEDx Sausage Gets Made

Singing the song of impermanence

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2 Differences Between Good & Great Public Speakers

There is a thin line and a wide chasm between good and great.

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How I spent my lockdown when not panic-buying toilet paper.

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Instead of affecting the speaking style of someone else, work to construct your own authentic presentation persona.

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Failure and dogged determination helped make a big, giant, hairy, audacious goal happen. Here’s the second part of the story.

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What makes a public speaker truly memorable?

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Here’s what takes a public speaker or a presentation from “Meh” to “Wow!” Hint: ducks should not be involved.

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You probably have the makings of a good public speaker. Stick with us and we’ll show you how to be great!

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A great public speaker understands how to recover when things don’t go quite as planned.