Tag Archives: public speaking

Quotes for Public Speakers (No. 128)

Posted on 06/04/2012 by John Zimmer

His speeches to an hourglass, Do some resemblance show, Because the longer time they run, The shallower they grow. – Author Unknown Photo courtesy of Michael Himbault / Riebart on Flickr

You Have a Great Voice, Now What?

Posted on 05/04/2012 by John Zimmer

When we think about public speaking, images of standing on stage in front of an audience usually come to mind. But there are many forms of public speaking. With the right voice, you could be a voice actor and even … Continue reading →

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Quotes for Public Speakers (No. 126)

Posted on 30/03/2012 by John Zimmer

“Begin somewhere; you can’t build a reputation on what you intend to do.” — Liz Smith Photo courtesy of Angela George / Flickr

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Quotes for Public Speakers (No. 125)

Posted on 27/03/2012 by John Zimmer

“People judge you by your performance, so focus on the outcome. Be a yardstick of quality. Some people aren’t used to an environment where excellence is expected.” — Steve Jobs Photo courtesy of Kazuhiro Shiozawa / Flickr

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Lessons from a Stunning Three-Minute Stop Motion Film

Posted on 24/03/2012 by John Zimmer

I recently rediscovered this brilliant—and it is brilliant—three-minute stop motion film commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Olympus PEN camera. I first came across it in 2009, the year in which it was released. According to the people who made … Continue reading →

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Analysis of a Speech by Kate Middleton

Posted on 20/03/2012 by John Zimmer

Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, has given her first public speech since becoming a Royal. She did it at the opening of the Treehouse Children’s Hospice for sick children in Ipswich, England. The Duchess, who admitted that she finds … Continue reading →