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Bored People Throwing Away Their iPads?
Does the iPad retain its coolness quotient in the months following the initial purchase, or is it simply another electronic toy we'll tire of quickly and toss into the dustbin of history? If we were...
Your Public Speaking Voice Matters
You're not stuck with the public speaking voice you might think you were born with. While such voices as Sean Connery, James Earl Jones, George Clooney, Cher and Ashley Judd likely have a certain...
Hottest Consulting Careers Right Now
Before hanging your shingle out and declaring yourself a professional consultant, there is one small matter to attend to. Are an expert on something? That's sort of a requirement to a successful...
Do You Even Want a Traditional Publishing Contract?
In the face of a crumbling business model, the publishing industry has developed a different approach for finding writing talent. While the digital and independent publishing entrepreneurs lead the...
Vocal Exercises for Speakers – Avoid the Elmer Fudd Syndrome
To be clear, the Elmer Fudd Syndrome (EFS) does not include rushing onto stage with a double-barreled shotgun looking for smart aleck rabbits. No, EFS is when you step in front of a microphone...
Who are you writing for, web-browsers or book readers?
There are two critical aspects to keep in mind as a professional writer: the writing platform and target audience. Often times, these really go hand-in-hand, but it’s important to know who your reader is and how they are consuming the content.
Are You Podcasting Yet? 5 Reasons You Should…
Writers, publishers, and speakers should look themselves in the mirror today and ask one simple question. Are you podcasting yet? If the answer is “yes,†then bully for you. Carry on. If the...
FREE List Building Plugin for the Professional Speaker
If you happen to be a professional speaker who does not have a website and still hasn't taken the time to develop an email list – (sigh) – haven't you been listening to anything we say? This is...
What You Don’t Know About Billing Could Break You
We're going to write this article under the assumption that, as a working public speaker, you plan to be reimbursed for your skills. In short, you don't plan on speaking for free – you want to get...