Category Archives: Motivation

Quotes for Public Speakers (No. 280) – Tim Ferriss

Posted on 01/04/2018 by John Zimmer

“I agree with Warren Buffett that public speaking is one of the best investments you can make. … When you take the ability to communicate messages effectively to groups of people and layer it on top of almost anything else, … Continue reading →

25 Principles of Adult Behavior

Posted on 25/02/2018 by John Zimmer

John Perry Barlow was an American poet, essayist, political activist and cattle rancher. He was also a lyricist for the Grateful Dead. On 7 February 2018, Barlow passed away. As the tributes an obituaries poured in, Barlow’s 25 Principles of Adult … Continue reading →

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Something more: A lesson from Chef’s Table

Posted on 22/02/2018 by John Zimmer

My wife, Julie and I recently happened upon the Netflix series, Chef’s Table. Each episode features one of the world’s most successful chefs, digging into the background story and finding out what drives the person. We are late to the game. We … Continue reading →

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Quotes for Public Speakers (No. 278) – Jim Rohn

Posted on 21/02/2018 by John Zimmer

“Words do two major things. They provide food for the mind and create light for understanding and awareness.” — Jim Rohn Photo courtesy of Ramine5677

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Quotes for Public Speakers (No. 277) – Warren Buffett

Posted on 19/02/2018 by John Zimmer

“If you can’t communicate and talk to people and get across your ideas, you’re giving up your potential.” — Warren Buffett Photo courtesy of Fortune Live Media