Soft Skills Articles
Where All Good Speeches Begin
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I like writing because it is a challenge
Some of my writing never sees the light of day
I don't always get it right
But when I do I publish into a speech or video presentation
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Speech Contests – Timing is Everything
Speech Contests Speech timing is crucial to fitting your speaking spot with your presentation. Speaking contests are a great way for you to learn and hone a variety of speaking and presentation skills. There are many reasons why you should compete in speech contests. First and foremost, surround yourself with those you would like to […]
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Taking Ownership Is Key to Making Things Happen
Everyone Has Great Ideas Ownership is key in making things happen. How many times have you heard a great idea being discussed in a group. It happens many times over lunch, during coffee, at work or your volunteer organization. Everyone throws in their interpretation of the problem, the possible solutions and how much better things […]
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Workplace Culture Grows Your Personal Culture
Workplace Culture – when I hear the word I envision a petri dish in a biology lab. Recently I bumped into a former work colleague at a social function. I asked him how his new job was going. He said, “Great – the culture is totally different from where I worked prior”. The leadership style is […]
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