RedPropeller Speaker’s Blog

Many years ago the great innovator, Buckminster Fuller introduced the term ‘synergy’ wherein synthesis (creation) is joined with energy to create a form of alchemy. With human beings this simply means that when we work the way we are capable of working together, one plus one no longer equals two. [...]

When you get right down to it, leadership is making decisions. The way we show up every day, our effort, energy, and attitude – in other words, our CHOICES – are the real indicators of leadership. Emerson said, “What you DO screams so loudly I can’t hear a word you’re [...]

It’s not just what you say, it’s how you smile, how you sit and how you shake hands. Body language can convey more than you’re aware of. In the recent debates, much was made about how the candidates interacted with each other. Little things like eye contact and how they [...]

At one time or another most of us have found ourselves sitting over cocktails with co-workers discussing a surprise promotion. How did she get that job? She didn’t seem particularly knowledgeable or capable and is quick to toot her own horn when you stayed modestly mum about your accomplishments. So [...]

We received horribly sad news this past weekend. Our good friend whom we have worked with for over 20 years, and the most bureau friendly speaker on the planet, Bryan Townsend, died this morning. We are pouring out our love and our prayers to his entire family and [...]

Ever been stuck in a rut you just can’t seem to motor out of? Life can be a bit of a bog sometimes, leaving us spinning our wheels hoping a tow-truck comes to our rescue. For those mired life moments, Libby Gill has a few suggestions. First, spot where you’re [...]

It's been a dozen years since I wrote the first draft of my book, Love Is the Killer App: How To Win Business and Influence Friends. Since then, the world has changed significantly, and so has my perspective. In the digital future, it will be easy to make corrections to [...]

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. [...]

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 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 [...]

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!

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. [...]