Successful Partnering with Contrarian Members by Ed Rigsbee, CSP, CAE
If you are an organizational leader, and have been for any length of time, when the word contrarian comes up you see a particular person(s) in your mind’s eye. The words mal-content, disruptive, and pain-in-the-neck come to mind. But stop, I’d like to take a shot at changing your perception. [...]
Eric Boles Plays For Game Maker Hasbro
Congratulations to Eric Boles! He gave the keynote speech for an employee event for Hasbro at their corporate HQ in Pawtucket, RI last month and hit it out of the park. Lisa Ciampolillo, Director of Learning & Development for Hasbro Inc. wrote “He did an AMAZING job!!!! The halls are [...]
Willie Jolie On Fire
Willie Jolie had quite a year. He spoke at The Million Dollar Round Table to rave reviews with many participants calling him one of the best speakers they’ve heard in decades. If that wasn’t amazing enough, Jolie also spoke for the Hour of Power and garnered one of the longest [...]
Double Grandé Off to the Grammy's!
Congratulations to Double Grandé! The dual piano team’s album “My Father’s Favorite Hymns” has been submitted for consideration in seven gospel categories. Their song “Stand For America” has been submitted as a single country song for songwriters. We have our fingers crossed! Good Luck, Wayland and Deborah!
Congratulations to 2012’s NSA CPAE Inductees!
Held earlier this month in Indianapolis, Ind., the annual four-day NSA convention culminated with a gala to honor the speaking industry. This year NSA welcomed another prime crop of CPAE awardees. Joining the illustrious group is Steve Gilliland, CSP, Sally Hogshead, Ross Shafer, Peter Sheahan, CSP, and Terri Sjodin, CSP. [...]
Godspeed Stephen
The public speaking world lost a dear friend and colleague today. Dr. Stephen Covey passed away in Idaho this morning, surrounded by loving family and friends. He leaves behind a powerful and positive impression on those who were fortunate enough to have encountered him. The author of "The 7 Habits [...]
Business is all about feelings
by Amanda Gore Carl Buechner said that “people will forget what you say; they will forget what you do; but they will never forget how you made them feel!”. Do you remember the best boss you ever had? What made them the best? Wasn’t it that they genuinely cared for [...]
The Duncan Report Relaunches
By Rodger Dean Duncan. You can read the full blog here. The Duncan Report has enjoyed a loyal following of readers around the globe. When I took a sabbatical from the blog to write a book, many of our readers sent email messages and asked “Where are you?” When I [...]
2012 IBM Global CEO Study: External Collaboration Tops List of Most Critical Success Factors
by Lisa Renner originally posted at www.rennergroupllc.com We can tell from demand for speaking engagements that CEOs in North America are scrambling to equip themselves with the skills to succeed at external collaboration. They’re thirsting for themselves, their organizations and boards of directors to hear the stories of successful collaboration [...]
redpropeller Speakers & Trainers Takes Flight With New Arrivals
Born from a desire to provide clients unequaled service and representation, redpropeller is pleased to announce the arrival of industry expert Nancy Lauterbach and dedicated salesperson Joanna Crane. Well-known and respected in the public speaking industry, Nancy brings with her 30 years of bureau experience. Founder of the recently shuttered [...]
Robyn Benincasa's New Book
Hi Friends – hope this finds you well and enjoying your week. Yesterday, we received some incredibly exciting news: The New York Times Book Review ranked Robyn Benincasa’s new book “How Winning Works” at #8! (see attached) Robyn Benincasa is a... - World Champion Adventure Racer - Two-Time Eco-Challenge Winner [...]