Should YOU Be The Mouthpiece For Your Own Business?

Bad Spokesman

Good Spokesman

As someone who has interviewed literally thousands of CEO’s and business owners, and who has helped train some in the ways of the media, I can tell you now that not every CEO or business owner ought to be the mouthpiece for his or hers business.
While it is never good to make glittering [...]

What’s In A Name? How To Win Over People By Remembering Their Names

How many times have you been introduced to someone only to find yourself not remembering that person’s name seconds later? If you are like most people, it has probably happened once too many times.
And, if you have a job where you function in the public arena–politics, law, sports..etc…you may meet countless people each day. Obviously, [...]

Does Black Tie Mean Black Tie? It’s Not So Black & White

Just about every man has had this awful experience: An invite comes in the mail. Perhaps to an office gala, or a benefit, or even a wedding. You quickly scan the invitation and then your eyes zero in on one of the most feared, dreaded lines men can imagine:
Black tie suggested.
You can feel [...]

Afraid to Give a Speech? Don’t Be! Take Charge.

Many of you, from time to time, may be called upon to give a speech . . . to a civic group, perhaps . . . or, at a business convention. And, if you are like many people, you’d rather be eaten by a Great White than be thrown to the sharks in the audience.
It [...]

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