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Forthcoming Book (December 2012)

by Lisa B. Marshall

I was always taught that “relationships determine results.” And now I know Lisa’s book, Smart Talk, helps you create those golden relationships!      – Pat Croce,  New York Time Best-Selling Author and Serial Entrepreneur …………………………. From the book Smart Talk, coming to bookstores December 2012! …We’re taught reading and writing in school, yet rarely [...]

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Now you can get your professional development delivered directly to your printer.  Get bite-sized briefings that you can read in a just a few minutes.  These brief bulletins help you build your reputation as a positive, inspiring, compelling communicator and can help you turn a miserable workplace into a healthy, productive, happy place to be. [...]

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When I was graduating from college Exxon Mobile (at the time Mobile Oil) was training their managers in behavioral-based interviewing. They needed practice candidate so they came onto campus to give young college students (like myself) a chance. I needed practice interviewing so I went to the classroom to practice. I’ll never forget it was [...]

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Brand Icons and Social Media

by Lisa B. Marshall

I can’t remember many brand icons from my childhood, but I do remember one that was “Grrrrrreat”…of course that was “Tony the Tiger”…ah the days of simplicity. Today, we are seeing a resurgence of brand icons and they are ‘not your fathers’s’ icons. Today’s icons are far more complex and multi-dimensional. They have facebook pages [...]

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Does Your Dog Do Tricks?

by Lisa B. Marshall

First, I’m writing a short episode on things you can learn from your pet about communication. If you’ve got an idea on this, please post it to the comments. Second, if your dog does tricks, take a pic and enter the Quick and Dirty Tips Sweepstakes. Here’s the link with more details… http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/SweepStakesMain.aspx

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Nelson Mandela Speech Example

by Lisa B. Marshall

This week I mentioned speeches by Nelson Mandela.  I thought I’d include it here for inspiration! Enjoy.  

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I Have A Dream Speech

by Lisa B. Marshall

I mentioned this speech this week on the show.  I mention it frequently and thought it would be great to include it on my site.  For inspiration! Enjoy…  

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Examples of Keynote Speeches

by Lisa B. Marshall

What makes a keynote speech different from any other type of speech? It’s motivational or inspiring It’ s emotional It’s pragmatic It’s humorous It’s  FULL of stories It’s s energetic It repeats a simple message or call to action It’s customized for each particular audience Here is an examples of keynote speeches that follow most  [...]

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How To Greet Someone

by Lisa B. Marshall

I saw this video today…I thought it was humorous (warning: a little off color…) I am thinking of attempting to make some videos similar to these. What do you think? Too big a stretch? Too far from my brand? I’d love to hear what you think. Anyway…enjoy!

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First an important dose of legalese: Disclaimer: I make no representations or warranties as to whether or not this process of release authorization is considered enforceable. Use it at your own risk. The information in this document is for informational purposes only. In other words, I am not a lawyer. So that would also mean [...]

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