Thankful, Thoughtful, Clear
...failure is often a prerequisite to success. My message to you is not simply that you can succeed despite your failures but that you can succeed because of your failures.”-William Hung, Toastmaster, professional gamer, American Idol participant, and author of Champion by Choice Image by dfbailey at pixabay
https://youtu.be/CxEuHNtxe2Y John Guydon was interviewed by Senior Investigative Reporter for The Epoch Times Joshua Philipp on his Crossroads podcast (episode 73, January 22, on iTunes Podcasts). LISTEN to John Guydon interview I liked Guydon's message so I watched his short but powerful speech. Since I'm a Toastmaster, I jotted down speaker notes from his Ted… Continue reading John Guydon: Speaking Style
Another insightful and unforgettable Glenn Beck interview. Nikki Haley and Beck talk about power corrupting and maintaining perspective. Surprising nuggets include her mom always liking President Trump, what "Bless your heart" really means in the South, and the encouraging note Donald Trump sent Haley when she was running for Governor of South Carolina. LISTEN Nikki… Continue reading She Should Know: Nikki Haley on China, President Trump, and Governorship
Very short books to help you write speeches.
Being a patriot means loving your country all the time and your government when it deserves it. -Mat Best, co-founder Black Rifle Coffee and author, Thank You For My Service, as heard on The Michael Knowles Show, episode 401 - Save the Planet: Don't Recycle, about 30 minutes in
Write something you think is real and authentic and beautiful and compelling. -Kwame Alexander, 2015 Newbery Award winner for The Crossover Image by Annie Spratt at Unsplash.
http://www.stitcher.com/s Good Sunday listening of a thoughtful man who has led in war, writes book for kids and adults, and owns a manufacturing company. Also: why women should learn Brazilian jujitsu and waking up at 4:30 a.m. every day. He is hopeful about our future and believes in American tenacity and work ethic. Happy Sunday!… Continue reading Jocko Willink Interview, a podcast reccy
A simple instruction book full of examples on the kind of writing that editors buy.
Thought Ripples by Wendi 