Visionary Leadership and Naysayers

If you look up energy, vision and vitality, you’ll find LA’s Tim Leiweke, President and CEO of AEG global sports, music and film entertainment.
One look at LA’s downtown skyline and you know “The Times They Are a-Changin.’” Staples Center, home to the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers and Los Angeles Kings, led the way. [...]

Written on November 5, 2010 | Posted in Celebrity Conversations, Judy's Take, Leadership Development, People of Influence, Personality Branding, Speaking Success Tips | 1 Comment

Does Christiane Amanpour Get The Jitters?

The former CNN reporter’s reporter star says, “Yes!” In her new role as anchor of ABC’s, “This Week,” which debuted on Sunday, the news vet admits to having new job jitters. Kudos to Christiane, she’s a pro!
I can’t think of one star in business, film, television, sports or politics who doesn’t experience anxiety before a [...]

Written on August 3, 2010 | Posted in Judy's Take, Kudos or Khaos, People of Influence, Presentation Persuasion, Speaking Success Tips | 2 Comments

Legendary Coach Scored in Life

Loving college basketball isn’t a requirement to score in life through the valuable life lessons from UCLA’s revered basketball Coach John Wooden.  Since his passing on June 4th,  print articles continue saluting him, televised tributes light up the airwaves, and dazzling digital billboards sparkle with Coach Wooden’s wisdom.
It is not unusual to romanticize a [...]

Written on June 11, 2010 | Posted in Leadership Development, People of Influence | 1 Comment

Tiger’s Troubling Talk

Dear Tiger,
First, you must have read the PS in my December letter to you. The part about not bringing your wife to your national public apology. Elin was nowhere to be seen at your first statement event, while your mom was present in the front row to show support. Although her non-verbal body language invited [...]

Written on February 22, 2010 | Posted in Leadership Development, Media Training Tips, People of Influence, Personality Branding | Leave a comment

Crisis Communication Managment: Dear Tiger Woods

Dear Tiger,
You are still making headlines for all the wrong reasons. I’m not concerned about the gossip surrounding you. What is bothering me is how you are handling it. What I know about golf—you forgot when you were three. Look, you are the world’s top golfer, in fact you just received the AP Athlete of [...]

Written on December 16, 2009 | Posted in Judy's Take, Leadership Development, People of Influence, Personality Branding | 2 Comments