The ability to achieve our enormous untapped potential is directly related to the attitudes we possess. Positive attitudes empower us to achieve while negative attitudes tend to keep us rooted where we are.
A Harvard study followed a group of graduates over an extended period of time and found that 85% of what they achieved in the areas of wealth and position was the result of attitude while 15% was the result of aptitude.
I think the message is clear. Change your negative attitudes to positive and great things begin to happen.
Here are a few stories of people with power attitudes. I hope that in reading them you will begin to see that your life can be more enjoyable and productive by committing to a change of attitude.
* Walt Disney once said, " Never forget that all this started with a mouse."
* The great thing about being old is that you can sing in the bathroom while brushing your teeth.
* Anyone who says that money can't buy happiness just doesn't know where to shop.
* If a cat could speak it would probably say, " Hey, I don't see a problem here."
* Thomas Edison once remarked, " I haven't failed ten thousand times. I have successfully discovered ten thousand ways that didn't work."
* On older woman looking in the mirror was heard to remark," Isn't it wonderful that wrinkles don't hurt?"
* We can all learn a great deal from the young, beautiful, confident nurse who deducted ten beats per minute from the pulse of every one of her male patients.
* After examining the knee of an 80 year old patient, the doctor concluded that the pain she was experiencing was simply due to age. The patient looked at the doctor and said, " But my other knee is the same age and it doesn't hurt."
* I like the story of the 85 year old woman who, upon looking into the mirror at her wrinkled face, remarked, " They sure don't make mirrors like they used to."
* When Agatha Christie was asked how she like being married to an archeologist she replied, that it was wonderful because the older she got the more interested in her he became.
As I say in my talks on the power of a positive attitude, Change your attitude and you will change your life. Remember that we are the products of the attitudes we possess. Good luck.
Mike Moore is an international speaker on Humor and Stress Management, Humor in the Workplace and Humor and Human Potential. His articles and cartoons have appeared in publications throughout Canada and the U.S.A.
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Monday, June 13, 2011
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Seven Effective Ways to Preach to Your Child And Have them Love It
There are three things that all young people strongly dislike.
1. Being preached to
2. Being put down by others, especially parents and teachers
3. Being yelled at
As parents we know how difficult it can be to refrain from doing all three. When we’re angry things just come out and we regret them right after the deed is done. Thank God for the phrase “I’m sorry.”
We all seem to have a strong tendency to preach at our kids. And why shouldn’t we? We were on the receiving end of preaching for a long time when we were kids. Now it’s our turn.
The main reason why we should never preach at our children is this: It doesn’t work. As much as we want them to listen and follow our words of wisdom and advice, they won’t.
Well friends I have found the secret to preaching without them considering it preaching. In fact they will actually enjoy it and it will do a lot to bond you to one another.
“What’s the secret?” I hear you asking excitedly!
It’s quite simple. Storytelling.
Ever since we were children we have had a hunger for stories. “ Tell me a story Mommy.” Tell me a story Daddy.” were words that came out of our mouths at least once a day.
Our love of stories doesn’t stop when we leave childhood. I read recently that adults listen to over 60,000 stories a year. This doesn’t seem unreasonable when you consider that every conversation, every newspaper and newscast involves the telling of and listening to stories. Every time we ask someone what they’ve been up to or how things are going we are requesting a story.
Here are 7 surefire tips on using stories to preach to your children and have them love it.
1. Don’t begin a story with “ Once Upon a time…” unless you’re dealing with very young children.
2. Become aware of stories with a message while you read , listen and view the media.
3. When you find a story you can use jot the story line down in few words.
4. Practice telling the story in your own words. Feel free to embellish the story to suit your situation.
5. When you tell the story let it speak to the listener.
6. You can ask a question related to the story when you’re finished but don’t try to condition their response. Just listen.
7. Keep your stories short and crisp. Don’t get bogged down in detail.
Start by identifying the values and ideals your family cherishes and affirms and then start looking for stories.
If you want to learn more on how to become a master storyteller why not visit HERE
1. Being preached to
2. Being put down by others, especially parents and teachers
3. Being yelled at
As parents we know how difficult it can be to refrain from doing all three. When we’re angry things just come out and we regret them right after the deed is done. Thank God for the phrase “I’m sorry.”
We all seem to have a strong tendency to preach at our kids. And why shouldn’t we? We were on the receiving end of preaching for a long time when we were kids. Now it’s our turn.
The main reason why we should never preach at our children is this: It doesn’t work. As much as we want them to listen and follow our words of wisdom and advice, they won’t.
Well friends I have found the secret to preaching without them considering it preaching. In fact they will actually enjoy it and it will do a lot to bond you to one another.
“What’s the secret?” I hear you asking excitedly!
It’s quite simple. Storytelling.
Ever since we were children we have had a hunger for stories. “ Tell me a story Mommy.” Tell me a story Daddy.” were words that came out of our mouths at least once a day.
Our love of stories doesn’t stop when we leave childhood. I read recently that adults listen to over 60,000 stories a year. This doesn’t seem unreasonable when you consider that every conversation, every newspaper and newscast involves the telling of and listening to stories. Every time we ask someone what they’ve been up to or how things are going we are requesting a story.
Here are 7 surefire tips on using stories to preach to your children and have them love it.
1. Don’t begin a story with “ Once Upon a time…” unless you’re dealing with very young children.
2. Become aware of stories with a message while you read , listen and view the media.
3. When you find a story you can use jot the story line down in few words.
4. Practice telling the story in your own words. Feel free to embellish the story to suit your situation.
5. When you tell the story let it speak to the listener.
6. You can ask a question related to the story when you’re finished but don’t try to condition their response. Just listen.
7. Keep your stories short and crisp. Don’t get bogged down in detail.
Start by identifying the values and ideals your family cherishes and affirms and then start looking for stories.
If you want to learn more on how to become a master storyteller why not visit HERE
Friday, June 10, 2011
Mr. Moore, Do You Remember Telling the Story About Josephine?
Why Telling Stories is a Must For Teachers, Speakers and Parents
I once met a former student I hadn't seen since his senior year in High School. After we made the usual comments about how nice it was to see one another he looked at me and said, " Mr. Moore, do you remember telling us the story about Josephine?" I replied, " Yes I do. Don't tell me you remember that story after all these years?" He then proceeded to tell me the entire story in detail. I couldn't believe it.
I'm sure he couldn't tell me anything about the academic content I covered in his senior year, but he recalled every detail of that story. It was amaziing.
Note: The story was used to get my students discussing a relevant issue within society...Racism.
My belief in the power of story to promote attenion and retention was validated then and continues to be in my contact with audiences throughout North America.
If you want to teach a lesson that will be recalled long after you are gone, tell a story.
For more on the Art of Storytelling plus a free copy of my 30 Life Lesson Stories CLICK HERE
I once met a former student I hadn't seen since his senior year in High School. After we made the usual comments about how nice it was to see one another he looked at me and said, " Mr. Moore, do you remember telling us the story about Josephine?" I replied, " Yes I do. Don't tell me you remember that story after all these years?" He then proceeded to tell me the entire story in detail. I couldn't believe it.
I'm sure he couldn't tell me anything about the academic content I covered in his senior year, but he recalled every detail of that story. It was amaziing.
Note: The story was used to get my students discussing a relevant issue within society...Racism.
My belief in the power of story to promote attenion and retention was validated then and continues to be in my contact with audiences throughout North America.
If you want to teach a lesson that will be recalled long after you are gone, tell a story.
For more on the Art of Storytelling plus a free copy of my 30 Life Lesson Stories CLICK HERE
Monday, June 06, 2011
Doris Had the Secret to Parenting Teenagers and I Wanted It!
" When I first met Doris she had been recently widowed at the young age of 45.
She was now the single parent of three active teenaged boys and whatever she was doing she was doing right. Her boys obviously loved and respected her and enjoyed every minute in her company.
What was her secret?? I needed to know as I was the father of three sons on the verge of becoming teens and I wanted the relationship with my sons that Doris had with hers.
I thought taking her to lunch would provide the ideal opportunity to tap her parenting wisdom so I extended the invitation and she accepted.
When the moment was right I made my move.
" Doris, you have such a great relationship with your sons. What's your secret? "
She smiled and said, " Mike it's really quite simple.
See everything,
overlook a lot,
change what you can and
know when to shut your mouth and listen."
Doris died much too young but what a legacy she left behind for her family and mine.
I have tried to make her message the core of my family life and my teaching with some difficulty and much success. ( I still have a tendency to want to preach.)
For more info on parenting teens so that you become friends when it's all over CLICK HERE
She was now the single parent of three active teenaged boys and whatever she was doing she was doing right. Her boys obviously loved and respected her and enjoyed every minute in her company.
What was her secret?? I needed to know as I was the father of three sons on the verge of becoming teens and I wanted the relationship with my sons that Doris had with hers.
I thought taking her to lunch would provide the ideal opportunity to tap her parenting wisdom so I extended the invitation and she accepted.
When the moment was right I made my move.
" Doris, you have such a great relationship with your sons. What's your secret? "
She smiled and said, " Mike it's really quite simple.
See everything,
overlook a lot,
change what you can and
know when to shut your mouth and listen."
Doris died much too young but what a legacy she left behind for her family and mine.
I have tried to make her message the core of my family life and my teaching with some difficulty and much success. ( I still have a tendency to want to preach.)
For more info on parenting teens so that you become friends when it's all over CLICK HERE
Saturday, June 04, 2011
Five Effective Ways to Beat the Blues By Mike Moore
As Neil Diamond sang in his song "Song Sung Blue" “ Me and you are subject to the blues now and then...” Awe the blues!! Those feelings of joylessness, hopelessness, and blahness.
They usually occur after a happy event, on the occurrence of something sad or simply for no other reason than it’s winter and we’re tired of it. They can also be brought on by a nostalgic trip down memory lane especially at Christmas or New Years. When we remember with fondness the “ good old days” and remain too long with our memories we run the risk of a bout with the blues.
I always say that the past is a wonderful place to visit but a dangerous place to stay. Whenever the blues come they can suck the joy out of life and give new meaning to the word “down”.
Here are five ways to effectively combat the blues and win every time.
1. Put the blues in perspective.
It helps to remember that the blues are merely feelings - feelings that flow from our dominant thoughts and just like any other feelings, they pass. When we feel affectionate it passes. We don’t feel affectionate all the time. When we’re angry, the anger passes. The same applies to the blues. You’ll find that they pass more quickly if you don’t dwell on them. Just relax and wait for them to pass. While waiting here are a few effective strategies you can apply to ensure their quick passage.
2. Thought Replacement
If the blues come from our negative thoughts and we are able to control the thoughts we have then whenever we have a fearful, disturbing, lonely ,or depressing thought visualize it leaving your mind and being replaced by a happier more enjoyable one. Create a bank of happy, pleasant thoughts to use as replacements.
3. Forget yourself in the service of others.
I think it was Tennyson who said “ We must lose ourselves in action lest we whither in despair.” He was suffering the loss of a dear friend and found that serving others helped him forget his grief for awhile and helped him heal. There is nothing more effective than forgetting yourself in the service of others to banish the blues. “ I had the blues because I had no shoes when upon the street I met a man who had no feet.”
4. Learn how to relax.
Frequently the blues make an appearance when we are stressed and over-extended. Physical and mental relaxation help restore calmness and peace to our frantic lives and in the process enhance our resistance to the blues. By the way laughter is an excellent way to cut stress in half and promote healing relaxation. It is impossible to worry when we laugh and worry is one of the major stress inducers.
5. Look for the comedy in your chaos.
Funny things happen to us everyday. When they do most of us give a brief chuckle and move on with life. In my book “ Light Up With Laughter” I teach the art of “Mining the Moment” whereby I encourage my readers to extract every ounce of humor from the funny things that happen to us daily. When you do this and give yourself permission to laugh heartily and enjoy fully you reap the many therapeutic benefits laughter provides. It helps to constantly recall that life is just too serious to be taken seriously.
As the song says,the blues come to us all now and then. They are just part of the human condition. The next time you have the blues try some of these suggestions and experience how you too can combat the blues and win.
Mike Moore is an international speaker on " Humor and Stress Management and " Humor in the Workplace" He travels throughout North America giving speeches and seminars to business groups and organizations. His writing and cartoons have appeared in newspapers and magazines throughout Canada and the U.S.A. He works out of Brantford ON Canada
They usually occur after a happy event, on the occurrence of something sad or simply for no other reason than it’s winter and we’re tired of it. They can also be brought on by a nostalgic trip down memory lane especially at Christmas or New Years. When we remember with fondness the “ good old days” and remain too long with our memories we run the risk of a bout with the blues.
I always say that the past is a wonderful place to visit but a dangerous place to stay. Whenever the blues come they can suck the joy out of life and give new meaning to the word “down”.
Here are five ways to effectively combat the blues and win every time.
1. Put the blues in perspective.
It helps to remember that the blues are merely feelings - feelings that flow from our dominant thoughts and just like any other feelings, they pass. When we feel affectionate it passes. We don’t feel affectionate all the time. When we’re angry, the anger passes. The same applies to the blues. You’ll find that they pass more quickly if you don’t dwell on them. Just relax and wait for them to pass. While waiting here are a few effective strategies you can apply to ensure their quick passage.
2. Thought Replacement
If the blues come from our negative thoughts and we are able to control the thoughts we have then whenever we have a fearful, disturbing, lonely ,or depressing thought visualize it leaving your mind and being replaced by a happier more enjoyable one. Create a bank of happy, pleasant thoughts to use as replacements.
3. Forget yourself in the service of others.
I think it was Tennyson who said “ We must lose ourselves in action lest we whither in despair.” He was suffering the loss of a dear friend and found that serving others helped him forget his grief for awhile and helped him heal. There is nothing more effective than forgetting yourself in the service of others to banish the blues. “ I had the blues because I had no shoes when upon the street I met a man who had no feet.”
4. Learn how to relax.
Frequently the blues make an appearance when we are stressed and over-extended. Physical and mental relaxation help restore calmness and peace to our frantic lives and in the process enhance our resistance to the blues. By the way laughter is an excellent way to cut stress in half and promote healing relaxation. It is impossible to worry when we laugh and worry is one of the major stress inducers.
5. Look for the comedy in your chaos.
Funny things happen to us everyday. When they do most of us give a brief chuckle and move on with life. In my book “ Light Up With Laughter” I teach the art of “Mining the Moment” whereby I encourage my readers to extract every ounce of humor from the funny things that happen to us daily. When you do this and give yourself permission to laugh heartily and enjoy fully you reap the many therapeutic benefits laughter provides. It helps to constantly recall that life is just too serious to be taken seriously.
As the song says,the blues come to us all now and then. They are just part of the human condition. The next time you have the blues try some of these suggestions and experience how you too can combat the blues and win.
Mike Moore is an international speaker on " Humor and Stress Management and " Humor in the Workplace" He travels throughout North America giving speeches and seminars to business groups and organizations. His writing and cartoons have appeared in newspapers and magazines throughout Canada and the U.S.A. He works out of Brantford ON Canada
Wednesday, June 01, 2011
10 Ways to Improve Your People Skills By Mike Moore
1. Develop an interest in people and become other oriented.
2. Know what people need and then try to meet those needs.
3. Ask about their family and be genuinely interested in their answer.
4. Find people doing something right and praise them generously.
5. Believe in the collective wisdom of the group.
6. Talk in terms of a person’s main interest....THEMSELVES.
7. Always look directly at the person you are speaking to.
8. Laugh at yourself. When you do you give people permission to laugh at themselves.
9. Start believing that people are your most valuable resource.
10. Always give credit, don’t take credit.
PLUS.... MUCH MUCH MORE
For more people skills CLICK HERE
2. Know what people need and then try to meet those needs.
3. Ask about their family and be genuinely interested in their answer.
4. Find people doing something right and praise them generously.
5. Believe in the collective wisdom of the group.
6. Talk in terms of a person’s main interest....THEMSELVES.
7. Always look directly at the person you are speaking to.
8. Laugh at yourself. When you do you give people permission to laugh at themselves.
9. Start believing that people are your most valuable resource.
10. Always give credit, don’t take credit.
PLUS.... MUCH MUCH MORE
For more people skills CLICK HERE
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
10 Quick Ways to Relax During Your Busy Day
Simple effective stress busting strategies based on humor and relaxation
10 WAYS TO RELAX DURING YOUR BUSY DAY By Mike Moore
1. Take three deep breaths slowly. It really works to relax the body and mind.
2. Relax the tongue. Usually the tongue is held tightly against the teeth. Free it up in the mouth so it can just rest there without tension.
3. Take one minute vacations. In your mind visit places where you find peace and stillness. Picture yourself there soaking up the beauty and solitude.
4. Relax your facial muscles. When we are tense we frown and squint which adds to the tension. Tell your facial muscles to relax and they will. Try to maintain this relaxed face throughout the day.
5. Move slowly. When you find yourself rushing for no reason, SLOW DOWN.
6. Laugh more. Laughter cuts stress and promotes relaxation.
7. Listen to beautiful music. Mozart calms the restless spirit.
8. Watch and enjoy the sunset.
9. Visualize yourself as a balloon being inflated. As you breathe in, the balloon fills with your stress and tension. Then breathe out all the stress and tension leaving yourself limp and relaxed.
10. Enjoy the rhythm and beauty of nature for its lessons are patience and peace.
RELAX FOR EASY POWER.
REMEMBER THAT RECREATION ISN'T RELAXATION, IT'S DIVERSION.
** This tip sheet is taken from Mike's popular stress manual " You Know You're Stressed Out When..."
10 WAYS TO RELAX DURING YOUR BUSY DAY By Mike Moore
1. Take three deep breaths slowly. It really works to relax the body and mind.
2. Relax the tongue. Usually the tongue is held tightly against the teeth. Free it up in the mouth so it can just rest there without tension.
3. Take one minute vacations. In your mind visit places where you find peace and stillness. Picture yourself there soaking up the beauty and solitude.
4. Relax your facial muscles. When we are tense we frown and squint which adds to the tension. Tell your facial muscles to relax and they will. Try to maintain this relaxed face throughout the day.
5. Move slowly. When you find yourself rushing for no reason, SLOW DOWN.
6. Laugh more. Laughter cuts stress and promotes relaxation.
7. Listen to beautiful music. Mozart calms the restless spirit.
8. Watch and enjoy the sunset.
9. Visualize yourself as a balloon being inflated. As you breathe in, the balloon fills with your stress and tension. Then breathe out all the stress and tension leaving yourself limp and relaxed.
10. Enjoy the rhythm and beauty of nature for its lessons are patience and peace.
RELAX FOR EASY POWER.
REMEMBER THAT RECREATION ISN'T RELAXATION, IT'S DIVERSION.
** This tip sheet is taken from Mike's popular stress manual " You Know You're Stressed Out When..."
Sunday, May 22, 2011
What Kind of Leader Are You? By Mike Moore
There are literally millions of words written and spoken each week on enlightened leadership yet the fact remains that low morale, high stress and job dissatisfaction continue to be three of the most serious problems facing the workplace. We seem to be so effectively socialized into top down leadership that we find it extremely difficult, if not impossible, to change our autocratic ways. All this in spite of the many workshops and seminars on new leadership paradigms which are rooted in the empowerment of people.
Change is both slow and painful but it is happening. To facilitate this process of change requires both desire and commitment plus a sound understanding of what an enlightened leader looks like. It is necessary to visualize the type of leader we are striving to become.
AN ENLIGHTENED LEADER...
* values the ideas and opinions of others.
* listens attentively.
* affirms generously
* criticizes gently and privately.
* trusts the collective wisdom of the group.
* encourages others to achieve their enormous untapped potential.
* catches people doing things right.
* involves people in decisions which affect their destiny.
* keeps people informed.
* has a sense of humour.
* trusts the decisions of others.
* realizes that his/her opinion is just one among many.
* isn't threatened when people disagree with them.
* rejects the " my way or the highway" paradigm.
* cares about the total well being of those with whom she/he works.
* believes that the most valuable inventory of any business is people.
* seeks out and acts upon the advice of others.
* gives credit rather than takes credit.
These are a few of the characteristics of an enlightened leader which, if present in the workplace, result in decreased stress, improved morale and increased productivity.
It is in the best interest of any business to care about the well being of its employees.
Mike Moore speaks throughout Canada and the United States on the physical and social benefits of humor. " Humor makes great things happen." MM
Mike's website
Change is both slow and painful but it is happening. To facilitate this process of change requires both desire and commitment plus a sound understanding of what an enlightened leader looks like. It is necessary to visualize the type of leader we are striving to become.
AN ENLIGHTENED LEADER...
* values the ideas and opinions of others.
* listens attentively.
* affirms generously
* criticizes gently and privately.
* trusts the collective wisdom of the group.
* encourages others to achieve their enormous untapped potential.
* catches people doing things right.
* involves people in decisions which affect their destiny.
* keeps people informed.
* has a sense of humour.
* trusts the decisions of others.
* realizes that his/her opinion is just one among many.
* isn't threatened when people disagree with them.
* rejects the " my way or the highway" paradigm.
* cares about the total well being of those with whom she/he works.
* believes that the most valuable inventory of any business is people.
* seeks out and acts upon the advice of others.
* gives credit rather than takes credit.
These are a few of the characteristics of an enlightened leader which, if present in the workplace, result in decreased stress, improved morale and increased productivity.
It is in the best interest of any business to care about the well being of its employees.
Mike Moore speaks throughout Canada and the United States on the physical and social benefits of humor. " Humor makes great things happen." MM
Mike's website
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Teacher Boosting Kit
ATTENTION TEACHERS!! Teachers everywhere are in need of boost in so many areas... morale, assertiveness, confidence, self esteem, charisma and joy. Not to mention stress management. Why not take a look at my Teacher Boosting Kit and order yours Now. It will be the best investment you make. CLICK HERE
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Thursday, May 05, 2011
I kept telling this to my Dad but he just couldn't do it...
In the last ten years of his life my Dad lived in the past. Every question he asked was an opportunity to share stories from his past.
For more Life Lesson Cartoons CLICK HERE
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Saturday, April 30, 2011
Teacher Appreciation Week Cartoon
The first week of May is Teacher Appreciation Week in the USA. Here is a cartoon on the subject. Most of our teachers do a great job under difficult circumstances Write one a note of thanks and appreciation...or send them a copy of this cartoon along with your note.
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You've Got to Laugh ( Cartoons for Teachers) is now on Kindle for only $4.95 Check it out here.
Mike Moore: Have Mouth - Will Travel A Great teacher affirming message in a fun package.
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
Monday, April 25, 2011
A Public Speaking Pioneer
I would like to introduce you to Heather Stubbs, a woman who believes strongly in the need for improved oral communication skills among young people and adults.
If you have ever listened to teenagers talk you know that the need for improved speaking skills is huge. Just the other day I listened to a group of teens and lost count of the number of times I heard the word LIKE used in their brief conversation.
If there is a teacher reading this it would serve you and your students well to get in touch with Heather and tap into her ideas and strategies to make oral communication a priority for all people.
She really does believe that when one speaks well one does well.
Here is an intro to Heather Stubbs...
Heather Stubbs is an engaging, passionate and proficient public speaker,
presentation skills trainer and coach. In her 30-year career as a singer and actress, she mastered not only the outer skills of expressiveness and
engaging stage presence, but the inner skills of self-assurance and nerves
management. "What's going on inside inevitably affects what happens on the
outside." Having freed herself from "stage fright" she is passionate to help others find the same freedom. She draws on her depth of knowledge and
on-stage experience to help speakers increase their confidence, charisma and connection.
Join Heather for her interactive and fun workshop, "SPEAK UP! How to Talk So People Listen". Participants work together in small and large groups,
speaking and listening, supporting and encouraging, laughing and growing.
SPEAK UP! provides the perfect combination of learning, sharing and practice to build team spirit and improve your presentation skills to help get your message across.
As a keynote speaker, Heather's contagious enthusiasm and warmth make every
audience member feel she is speaking directly to them. A model of the
audience engagement she teaches, Heather will inspire you to
"Be the Speaker You Were Born to Be".
Heather's Blog "Tips on Talking" www.tipsontalking.com
www.skilltime.ca
heather@skilltime.ca
905-344-5045
If you have ever listened to teenagers talk you know that the need for improved speaking skills is huge. Just the other day I listened to a group of teens and lost count of the number of times I heard the word LIKE used in their brief conversation.
If there is a teacher reading this it would serve you and your students well to get in touch with Heather and tap into her ideas and strategies to make oral communication a priority for all people.
She really does believe that when one speaks well one does well.
Here is an intro to Heather Stubbs...
Heather Stubbs is an engaging, passionate and proficient public speaker,
presentation skills trainer and coach. In her 30-year career as a singer and actress, she mastered not only the outer skills of expressiveness and
engaging stage presence, but the inner skills of self-assurance and nerves
management. "What's going on inside inevitably affects what happens on the
outside." Having freed herself from "stage fright" she is passionate to help others find the same freedom. She draws on her depth of knowledge and
on-stage experience to help speakers increase their confidence, charisma and connection.
Join Heather for her interactive and fun workshop, "SPEAK UP! How to Talk So People Listen". Participants work together in small and large groups,
speaking and listening, supporting and encouraging, laughing and growing.
SPEAK UP! provides the perfect combination of learning, sharing and practice to build team spirit and improve your presentation skills to help get your message across.
As a keynote speaker, Heather's contagious enthusiasm and warmth make every
audience member feel she is speaking directly to them. A model of the
audience engagement she teaches, Heather will inspire you to
"Be the Speaker You Were Born to Be".
Heather's Blog "Tips on Talking" www.tipsontalking.com
www.skilltime.ca
heather@skilltime.ca
905-344-5045
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Cartoon For Every Tall Speaker Who Flies Economy
I always fly economy class to save the meeting planners money but there is always this problem for a guy 6'4" tall. It becomes even more of a problem when the person in front of you puts his/her seat back.
MORE CARTOONS
MORE CARTOONS
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Free sample of You Know You're Stressed Out When...
Click HERE to access your free sample. Enjoy Mike
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Monday, April 11, 2011
New Story: Will We Never Learn??
In an ancient and far away city there lived two successful and
very competitive merchants who hated one another and were
constantly trying to better the other.
One night a messenger from God visited one of the merchants
and told him that he was instructed to grant him one wish and
one wish only.
There was only one condition attached to the granting of the
wish. Whatever the merchant wished for, his hated competitor
would receive double his wish.
The merchant pondered his decison while the messenger waited
patiently.
After a short time the merchant looked at the angel with a
slight smile on his face and said, " Make me blind in one eye."
Storytelling Tip Don't try to explain the story to your audience. Let the story speak to the listener/reader.
Become a fantastic storyteller
very competitive merchants who hated one another and were
constantly trying to better the other.
One night a messenger from God visited one of the merchants
and told him that he was instructed to grant him one wish and
one wish only.
There was only one condition attached to the granting of the
wish. Whatever the merchant wished for, his hated competitor
would receive double his wish.
The merchant pondered his decison while the messenger waited
patiently.
After a short time the merchant looked at the angel with a
slight smile on his face and said, " Make me blind in one eye."
Storytelling Tip Don't try to explain the story to your audience. Let the story speak to the listener/reader.
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Sunday, April 10, 2011
New Story: Lesson From An Aged Mother
A son went to visit his 85 year old mother in a nursing home
to take her for a drive in the country. As they were leaving
her room he noticed that she had forgotten her cane. " Don't
forget your cane, Mom," he said.
She looked at him sternly and told him, in no uncertain
terms, that it wasn't a cane. It was a walking stick.
"What's the difference?" the son asked.
She quickly replied, " A cane speaks of disability while a
walking stick speaks of ability."
CASE CLOSED!!!
I was the son in the story. Mom died July 18, 2008 at the wonderful age of 94. What an attitude she had.
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to take her for a drive in the country. As they were leaving
her room he noticed that she had forgotten her cane. " Don't
forget your cane, Mom," he said.
She looked at him sternly and told him, in no uncertain
terms, that it wasn't a cane. It was a walking stick.
"What's the difference?" the son asked.
She quickly replied, " A cane speaks of disability while a
walking stick speaks of ability."
CASE CLOSED!!!
I was the son in the story. Mom died July 18, 2008 at the wonderful age of 94. What an attitude she had.
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The Secrets to Power Storytelling Revealed
Saturday, April 09, 2011
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