Author: Staff

Over 45 years ago when I first began my career as a professional speaker I felt good when many of the members of my audiences laughed at my jokes and were moved by some of my stories. Then I learned about standing ovations and I was thrilled when I received my first one.

I had purchased postage stamps at our local Post Office counter and was waiting to pick up my back mail when I overheard a dedicated Afro-American postal service clerk as he displayed a new Commemorative Stamps Group…

Recently I watched a T.V interview with Lou Holtz, legandary football coach at Notre Dame and many other Universities by Joe Buck. It was a truly inspiring show for me. Lou Holtz said many thought provoking things but the one that stuck in my mind was when he talked about the two most important days…

When I went out on the road speaking as a professional I worked hard on my introduction with whomever was given the job of introducing me to an audience.

While dining out with Jean the other day a pretty little girl in a fancy dress came in and sat down quietly as her parents talked with two other adult couples. This tiny Miss took out her cell phone and pulled up a game and then explored the possibilities of what might interest her. We…