Will A Speech Stimulate the Economy?

Judy’s Gold Star Action: We teach it, we preach it, we speak it and we watch it happen before our eyes in our coaching workshops.  You see it too. Powerful speakers are among the most influential people in the world.  Develop stellar speaking skills, know your message and your audience.  Deliver your message with emotion.  [...]

Congratulations President Obama! From a Keynote to the White House

The inauguration of the 44th President will go down as one of the greatest moments in the history of the United States.  While everyone agrees President Barack Obama has his work cut out for him, his inauguration proved to be one of the most emotional days for Americans everywhere.  At times seeming both an inauguration [...]

Do You have the Qualities It Takes to Get Elected President of the United States?

It didn’t matter which side of the political fence you cast your vote in last Tuesday’s emotional Presidential election. We all knew, no matter what the outcome, we were witnessing history in the making. Our tremendous privilege of voting in America for the candidate of choice made each of us a part of an historic [...]

Palin Packs…Err, a Punch!

Alaskan Governor Sarah Palin was first introduced to the majority of Americans during her speech at the National Republican Convention and came out looking for well, caribou maybe? She did pack a punch! As an executive speaking coach I look for how, or if, a speaker connects with the audience. Mrs. Palin projected confidence and [...]

Fred Thompson’s Tuesday Talk at the RNC

Heart and humor sandwiched on both sides of a little ham sums up Fred Thompson’s speech. No doubt, Fred Thompson has the talking gene. His thunderous delivery combined with a professional speaker’s style, Thompson’s speaking ability was a highlight of the night.
Both Republicans and Democrats had to be moved by Senator McCain’s and all [...]