When we recognize the role of transitions in life, we better understand their power in speaking. Fall is a time of transitions. Moving from one season to another, our weather transitions from warmer to cooler temperatures, and leaves on trees change from green to red, yellow, and orange due to shorter days. Having been through […]
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6 Best Practices For Writing a Eulogy
A memorable eulogy blends heartfelt stories, deep respect, and compassion for those who grieve. This month is a month of transitions for me: selling our home of 32 years, moving to a new home and city, and lastly but not least, the passing of my mom. The passing of my mom was not totally unexpected; […]
4 Benefits of Scripting Your Presentation
The investment of scripting your presentation on the front end generally yields a significant return on the other side. An often-debated topic in speech preparation is should one’s speech be scripted? In working with many of my clients, one of the challenges they are faced with is not having enough time to invest in developing […]



