Intent – Content – IMPACT
Communication is a dicey business. http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js Unless what you think, say and what the others understand are aligned, communication can … Continue reading Intent – Content – IMPACT
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Humor in Public Speaking – The Power of Three
There seems to be some sanctity attached to the number three – I came,I saw, I conquered ; Liberty,Equality,Fraternity;Brahma,Vishnu,Maheshwara;Father,Son and … Continue reading Humor in Public Speaking – The Power of Three
Humor in Public Speaking – Point – Humor – Point
People resist humor when it is imposed.When it is used to highlight or reinforce a point, it is more palatable … Continue reading Humor in Public Speaking – Point – Humor – Point
Communication is not easy !
“I know what I have given you. I do not know what you have received.” – Antonio Porchia We say … Continue reading Communication is not easy !
Mark Twain – A Public Speaker’s Treasure Chest !
To be precise, MY treasure chest ! While looking around for sources of inspiring quotes to sparkle my speeches , … Continue reading Mark Twain – A Public Speaker’s Treasure Chest !
Topical Humor !
MIT Manipal. Late 70s. We brought out a rag UG, which took an irreverent,frivolous and absurd view of campus life.The … Continue reading Topical Humor !
Warren Buffet’s advice on writing : Be simple, clear and conversational
Warren Buffet wrote a preface to “A Plain English Handbook” published by the SEC some years ago as a helpful … Continue reading Warren Buffet’s advice on writing : Be simple, clear and conversational
Still more Speech Openers……
Image via Wikipedia A well crafted speech opener gives you tremendous momentum. As a wag put it, a good speech … Continue reading Still more Speech Openers……
Employer and Provider !
http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js I was chatting up with a friend working in the IT sector and the talk veered around the general … Continue reading Employer and Provider !
Benefits of using humor in public speaking..
Why use humor ?You make people happy !Many years ago, I was reluctantly watching a videotape of Toastmaster Willie Jones … Continue reading Benefits of using humor in public speaking..