Speaking to Win: The Blog

Archive for November, 2011

INSPIRATION

Finding inspiration can be the labor of a lifetime, or it can happen in an instant. Inspiration is an extraordinary feeling, whether it comes from a book that changes our perspective, from a person who lifts our spirits, or from simply being out in nature. The impact of a sudden inspiration can change your entire day. Whenever someone talks

ACTIONS and CONSEQUENCES

  It is said by the masters that even a little poison can cause death, and even a tiny seed can become a huge tree. And as Buddha said: “Do not overlook negative actions merely because they are small; however small a spark may be, it can burn down a haystack as big as a

PEACE

I wondered in this hectic time of The Holidays if a blog on PEACE would be helpful for my readers. I would also be really interested in your point of view on the subject of PEACE as well, so feel free to comment. The concept of peace has been debated, fought over and meditated on

LAUGHTER: Twelve Tips for People Who Hate The Holidays

Ok I’ll admit it. I hate The Holidays. And from what I can tell from talking to people recently, I am not alone. Go ahead and admit it. You’re starting to get that sinking feeling again. The Holidays Are Coming….. So, here are my Twelve Tips for People Who Hate The Holidays: 1.  No one

FEAR OF PUBLIC SPEAKING: The World of BLANK….

Most people suffer from a fear of public speaking. This week I received a very moving letter from a gentleman who is the President of an organization. His subject line was “The World of BLANK….” I was so moved by his letter, I am posting both his letter (removing his personal information) and my reply

MONEY – How to Create a Winning Pitch to Venture Capitalists and Angel Investors

Many people and business’s are looking for Venture Capital and Angel Investor money right now. Here are some tips that will absolutely improve your success rate on “The Big Day” of your pitch! Your Idea This may seem like an obvious point, but you really do need a compelling idea that captivates people’s imaginations. If

LEADERSHIP

There is no single way to define a great or successful leader. Leaders can be found among all types of people. A great leader might be a parent, a President, a CEO, a teacher, a child, a homeless person or a garbage handler. A leader can come from any walk of life. Most often a