When it comes to public speaking, there are two extremes of the speaking spectrum – those who are terrified of presenting to a group and those who always jump at the chance to be in front of an audience. Most people fall somewhere between these two points depending on the size and make up of the audience. Where are you on the speaking spectrum?

In the business world, it is often our job to lead meetings, give presentations to clients and talk in front of rooms full of people. Being an effective communicator, both one-on-one and in front of a group, is necessary to inform, educate and persuade. The better you are able to express your ideas, the more success you will experience.

This month’s contest has two Read More...

On August 17 and 18, 2010, I will instructing Freedom Personal Development’s Reading Smart- Speed Reading Workshop – at the SpringHill Suites in Norfolk, VA.

If you have not yet reserved your seat, please enroll today (online or by phone 888-233-0407) – space is limited.

Workshop Overview

This general outline provides time for interactivity and Read More...

Wow! Thanks for all the wonderful entries in this month’s contest. I’d like to add a suggestion to the stress management contest–whenever a person is feeling stressed, a great option would be to read all the comments in this post and follow what rings true at that moment. The entries go to show that there isn’t ONE correct answer for everyone, or even one option that works every time for the same person. However, there are LOTS of great ideas.

First place and winner of an Expect Success book is Jeff Johnson Read More...

On August 17 and 18, 2010, Abby Marks Beale (author of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Speed Reading) will be instructing Freedom Personal Development’s Reading Smart- Speed Reading Workshop – at the Crowne Plaza in Cromwell, CT.

If you have not yet reserved your seat, please Read More...