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last updated: 2011-10-07 20:55:19
#95 Professional Speaking - choose your words carefully (JustinBarry)
posted Fri October 7th 2011 @ 10:14 PM
Your words are the instruments of your persuasion and your message to the audience, so please choose them carefully and sparingly! One piece of advice that stuck with me throughout the years is the saying "where less is more", and that is true when we speak...... Read More »
#94 Leadership Corner - Making the most of your time! (JustinBarry)
posted Fri September 30th 2011 @ 12:43 AM
Leaders and Managers need to change their approach to time management! Time management studies make interesting reading as they always show every manager is spending too much time fire fighting! (dealing with the daily issues and emergencies around the office) and therefore not enough time thinking and planning for longer term.... So what are the important points to take on board: Read More »
#93 Professional Storytelling (JustinBarry)
posted Sat September 17th 2011 @ 5:31 AM
Storytelling is a beautiful art. A well-developed and presented story can cut across age barriers and will hold the interest of its listeners. Good stories will be remembered long after other presentation so knowing and applying the professional speaker's approach to storytelling will give your speech the needed impact! Read More »
#92 Your influential Circles (JustinBarry)
posted Fri August 26th 2011 @ 12:00 AM
"It's not your intention that influences people, it's your impact." The core to leadership is to influence those around you so they support you in your goal. Read More »
#91 Public Speaking - take care of your voice! (JustinBarry)
posted Thu August 11th 2011 @ 12:00 AM
“We often accept an idea merely because the tone of voice in which it has been expressed....“ Read More »
#90 Professional Speakers - what do they do with their hands (JustinBarry)
posted Fri July 29th 2011 @ 12:00 AM
Body language is a very powerful tool. We had body language before we had speech, and apparently, 80% of what you understand in a conversation is read through the body, not the words. So remember HAND gestures used well enhance your speech. Here are some tips.... Read More »
#89 Concentrate on your resources (JustinBarry)
posted Fri July 15th 2011 @ 12:00 AM
Its critical that you restructure and reorganize your activities so that your best talents are focused on those results that can get you out of the crunch faster than any others. Read More »
#88 The 4 Most Important Words as a Leader (JustinBarry)
posted Thu July 7th 2011 @ 1:04 AM
This is excellent advice for anyone starting out as a leader or manager, and it could get no simpler...... Read More »
#87 Managing and Motivating: Five Ingredients (JustinBarry)
posted Mon November 8th 2010 @ 12:00 AM
Thousands of employees were interviewed about what they considered to be a “great place to work.” The answers they gave were different from what the managers expected. Read More »
#86 - Pitfalls to watch out for as a leader (JustinBarry)
posted Tue October 19th 2010 @ 12:33 AM
As a leader we need to be aware of our OWN pitfalls, otherwise things can go downhill very quickly!! Read More »
#85 Five Steps to Delegating and Supervising (JustinBarry)
posted Thu October 14th 2010 @ 1:44 PM
The ability to delegate is one of the key result areas of management. Fortunately, it is a skill that can be learned with practice. Delegation is an art as well as a science. Effective delegation requires time, thought, and careful consideration. It is something that you must learn to do if you want to leverage yourself to the maximum. Read More »
#84 Leadership - dealing with conflict (JustinBarry)
posted Mon October 4th 2010 @ 1:35 PM
Whenever you're in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make the difference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factor is attitude.” Read More »
#83 The use of Microphones (JustinBarry)
posted Thu September 30th 2010 @ 12:43 AM
People like my voice and say I can sing, but I don't like microphones in front of my face: it distracts me. Don't worry, we have a few tips up our sleeves for you! Read More »
#82 - Transform yourself (JustinBarry)
posted Thu September 30th 2010 @ 12:37 AM
Being a leader does not mean you are the boss or require official recognition, and certainly not a specified background. In business, leadership simple requires YOU to stand up, assert your own authority on the situation and enable the team to achieve the target set. How can someone who has not been anointed or appointed accomplish this? Read More »
#81 Master your fear of public speaking (JustinBarry)
posted Thu September 23rd 2010 @ 1:42 PM
Some studies have shown that fear of public speaking ranks up there with the fear of death...don't worry, help is just round the corner. Read More »
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last updated: 2011-10-02 12:23:42
#17 Why we do what we do, and how we can do it better (JustinBarry)
posted Thu September 29th @ 8:30 AM
Tony Robbins discusses the "invisible forces" that make us do what we do More »
#16 Power - Why some people have it and others don't by Jeffrey Pfeffer (JustinBarry)
posted Sat July 30th @ 6:50 PM
JEFFREY PFEFFER is the Thomas D. Dee II Professor of Organizational Behavior at the Graduate School of Business, Stanford University where he has taught since 1979. He is the author or co-author of thirteen books including The Human Equation More »
#15 Social Intelligence and Leadership (JustinBarry)
posted Thu July 14th @ 2:37 PM
An interview with Daniel Goleman, Psychologist. See how you can use emotional and social intelligence to improve your own and your organization's performance. More »
#14 How to improve your voice (JustinBarry)
posted Wed July 6th @ 8:17 PM
Your voice is so important as a Toastmaster and leader. So here are some useful exercises to improve your voice...... More »
#13 Winston S Churchill: We Shall Fight on the Beaches (JustinBarry)
posted Fri October 1st @ 5:09 PM
The great PM gives one of his most famous speeches. It starts off quite calmly but the old master builds the suspense.Once Churchill was speaking in Parliament and was slightly muddled and incoherent in his speech. A rather unattractive lady MP on the opposite benches declared to Churchill: 'Sir, you are drunk!'. To which he replied 'Madame that may be true, but in the morning I shall be sober whereas you will still be ugly'. More »
#12 Top Speeches - U.S. president-elect Barack Obama's victory speech (JustinBarry)
posted Sun August 22nd @ 5:52 PM
An amazing speech that brought many Americans hope that evening. I think his opening line is very clever: "If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible; who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time; who still questions the power of our democracy, tonight is your answer." More »
#11 Tony Blair delivers Global Leaders Lecture (JustinBarry)
posted Thu August 19th @ 7:25 PM
Tony Blair's view on the global challenges facing governments. More »
#10 SPICE up your Presentation Skills (JustinBarry)
posted Sun July 18th @ 3:34 AM
How do you take an older brand a lot of people associate with Grandpa and turn it into an all-out pop culture sensation? ...... More »
#9 High Performance Beliefs for Leadership (AshGohil)
posted Fri July 9th @ 7:14 PM
The key is to have a strong belief in yourself. A belief that you are a talented person. A belief that you can overcome any obstacle. A belief that inspires your people to go where they didnt think they could go. A belief so strong that the vision of the future is solid it is your choice. Enjoy...... More »
#8 Leadership ... that mysterious talent (AdrianKeys)
posted Wed June 30th @ 5:45 PM
Leadership is often misunderstood. If you are one of them or just want a refresher.... More »
#7 Become a motivational speaker (JustinBarry)
posted Fri June 25th @ 8:11 AM
Learn how to get started as a professional speaker, from one that has helped many others get their very first check. More »
#6 Inspriational Speeches (AdrianKeys)
posted Fri June 18th @ 8:28 AM
This video from youtube needs no introduction. Which part did you enjoy? More »
#5 Braveheart - In Defiance Of The English Tyranny! (JustinBarry)
posted Tue April 27th @ 12:00 PM
BRAVEHEART - based on a real story took place in Scotland.William Wallace gave his fellow country-men a freedom speech against the tyrant English(Anglo-Saxons)King's Royal/Evil Armies. So this speech is special in my view because he delivers an inspritational and humourous speech from horse back!! Can the members suggest any other film clips that can top this one! More »
Example #4 - Motivational Speaking from Al Pacino 'Scent of a Women' (StellaHowson)
posted Tue March 30th @ 6:14 AM
Another great example of a powerful speech given by Al Pacino. The Film Academy awarded him a Best Actor Oscar for this landmark role. This is one of his most memorable performances....enjoy! More »
Example #3 - Motivational Speaking from Al Pacino in 'Any Given Sunday' (JustinBarry)
posted Tue March 30th @ 5:50 AM
This is probably one of the most inspirational speeches I´ve heard in a very long time. It´s from the movie “Any Given Sunday”, an Oliver Stone film. The key message is in life you have to push with all you got if you want to achieve anything. Never give up in life. So members, what do you take from this great clip? More »
Example #2 - Motivational Speaking by Sir Ken Robinson (JustinBarry)
posted Sun March 28th @ 2:34 AM
Sir Ken Robinson makes an emotional and inspriational case for creating an education system that nurtures (rather than undermines) creativity. Enjoy!! More »
Example #1 - Motivational Speeches to the team (JustinBarry)
posted Sat March 27th @ 2:27 PM
This is a famous film clip from Glengarry Glen Ross, where Alec Baldwin plays the character Blake. The salestalk presented is one of the finest ever, although I warn you it doe contain some STRONG language. I would say it got the attention of the team and motivated them to take action! Enjoy.... More »
Example #1 - Great impromptu speaking (AdrianKeys)
posted Thu March 25th @ 5:49 PM
Wow, some speech under the pressure. Yes I know, Colonel Jessep did order the code RED but what a first class impromptu response to some serious questioning. So I take my hat off to Jack Nicholson. !!! More »
Leadership Styles (AshGohil)
posted Tue March 16th @ 7:43 PM
Interesting video about how organisations serve and manage customers. It is more about the leadership styles. Take a look. Cheers Ash! More »
Motivational speaking to move your audience!! (JustinBarry)
posted Fri February 26th @ 8:26 PM
Hey Everyone. Here is a video from Les Brown, a famous speaker in the world circuit of public speaking. As an experienced toastmaster, I sometimes wonder if I could pull off such a performance! So one day I hope to aspire to Les Brown's standards. I have a question....does Les Brown's style and presentation of motivational speaking appeal to you or does it seem a little off putting!?? More »
Learning From Obama's Effective Communication Skills!! (LSFGuest)
posted Wed February 24th @ 6:12 PM
Hello All, My name is James Burnett from Chicago. I have just come across this excellent video clip on youtube. It is a great educational piece about effective communication tips and gives examples from Obama's presidential campaign. Enjoy!! More »
#11 Tony Blair delivers Global Leaders Lecture (JustinBarry)
posted Thu August 19th @ 7:25 PM
Tony Blair's view on the global challenges facing governments. More »
#10 SPICE up your Presentation Skills (JustinBarry)
posted Sun July 18th @ 3:34 AM
How do you take an older brand a lot of people associate with Grandpa and turn it into an all-out pop culture sensation? ...... More »
#9 High Performance Beliefs for Leadership (AshGohil)
posted Fri July 9th @ 7:14 PM
The key is to have a strong belief in yourself. A belief that you are a talented person. A belief that you can overcome any obstacle. A belief that inspires your people to go where they didnt think they could go. A belief so strong that the vision of the future is solid it is your choice. Enjoy...... More »
#8 Leadership ... that mysterious talent (AdrianKeys)
posted Wed June 30th @ 5:45 PM
Leadership is often misunderstood. If you are one of them or just want a refresher.... More »
#7 Become a motivational speaker (JustinBarry)
posted Fri June 25th @ 8:11 AM
Learn how to get started as a professional speaker, from one that has helped many others get their very first check. More »
#6 Inspriational Speeches (AdrianKeys)
posted Fri June 18th @ 8:28 AM
This video from youtube needs no introduction. Which part did you enjoy? More »
#5 Braveheart - In Defiance Of The English Tyranny! (JustinBarry)
posted Tue April 27th @ 12:00 PM
BRAVEHEART - based on a real story took place in Scotland.William Wallace gave his fellow country-men a freedom speech against the tyrant English(Anglo-Saxons)King's Royal/Evil Armies. So this speech is special in my view because he delivers an inspritational and humourous speech from horse back!! Can the members suggest any other film clips that can top this one! More »
Example #4 - Motivational Speaking from Al Pacino 'Scent of a Women' (StellaHowson)
posted Tue March 30th @ 6:14 AM
Another great example of a powerful speech given by Al Pacino. The Film Academy awarded him a Best Actor Oscar for this landmark role. This is one of his most memorable performances....enjoy! More »
Example #3 - Motivational Speaking from Al Pacino in 'Any Given Sunday' (JustinBarry)
posted Tue March 30th @ 5:50 AM
This is probably one of the most inspirational speeches I´ve heard in a very long time. It´s from the movie “Any Given Sunday”, an Oliver Stone film. The key message is in life you have to push with all you got if you want to achieve anything. Never give up in life. So members, what do you take from this great clip? More »
Example #2 - Motivational Speaking by Sir Ken Robinson (JustinBarry)
posted Sun March 28th @ 2:34 AM
Sir Ken Robinson makes an emotional and inspriational case for creating an education system that nurtures (rather than undermines) creativity. Enjoy!! More »
Example #1 - Motivational Speeches to the team (JustinBarry)
posted Sat March 27th @ 2:27 PM
This is a famous film clip from Glengarry Glen Ross, where Alec Baldwin plays the character Blake. The salestalk presented is one of the finest ever, although I warn you it doe contain some STRONG language. I would say it got the attention of the team and motivated them to take action! Enjoy.... More »
Example #1 - Great impromptu speaking (AdrianKeys)
posted Thu March 25th @ 5:49 PM
Wow, some speech under the pressure. Yes I know, Colonel Jessep did order the code RED but what a first class impromptu response to some serious questioning. So I take my hat off to Jack Nicholson. !!! More »
Leadership Styles (AshGohil)
posted Tue March 16th @ 7:43 PM
Interesting video about how organisations serve and manage customers. It is more about the leadership styles. Take a look. Cheers Ash! More »
Motivational speaking to move your audience!! (JustinBarry)
posted Fri February 26th @ 8:26 PM
Hey Everyone. Here is a video from Les Brown, a famous speaker in the world circuit of public speaking. As an experienced toastmaster, I sometimes wonder if I could pull off such a performance! So one day I hope to aspire to Les Brown's standards. I have a question....does Les Brown's style and presentation of motivational speaking appeal to you or does it seem a little off putting!?? More »
Learning From Obama's Effective Communication Skills!! (LSFGuest)
posted Wed February 24th @ 6:12 PM
Hello All, My name is James Burnett from Chicago. I have just come across this excellent video clip on youtube. It is a great educational piece about effective communication tips and gives examples from Obama's presidential campaign. Enjoy!! More »
Featured Blogs
last updated: 2010-09-25 04:17:09
Leaders of our time - Mohandas Gandhi: I like this quote of the great man "His philosophy of nonviolence and his passion for independence began a drive for freedom that doomed colonialism" By SALMAN RUSHDIE Here is an overview: Gandhi is commonly known around the world as Mahatma ... [more]
Leaders of our time - Sir Winston Churchill: What do you make of this man. A man who kept his head when the country was at war. A true leader one would say: Sir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill, is widely regarded as one of the great wartime leaders. He served as Prime Minister from 1940 t... [more]
Leaders in the spot light - Nelson Mandela: He is a man who inspires me especially as he has lived through very troubled times and still able to smile. Here are some highlights: Born 18 July 1918,served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999. Before his presidency, Mandela was an... [more]
Martin Luther King - background: Martin Luther King, Jr., was a great man who worked for racial equality and civil rights in the United States of America. He was born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia. Martin had a brother, Alfred, and a sister, Christine. Both his father a... [more]
Martin Luther King "I have a dream" - Speech Extract: I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation. Five score years ago, a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand today, signed the Emancipation Proc... [more]
"High achievement always takes place in the framework of high expectation.": Is it simply the case of what you believe and commit to. What are the barriers you find that are making this journey difficult. In the meantime, here are some quotes to motivate you.... Don’t limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to ... [more]
Is christianity a force for good in our world?: Is Christianity a positive force in our world today because questions are being asked about its human rights record and child abuse. Despite the good intentions of many decent people it is still one of the prime sources of a considerable amount of ... [more]
Action is the real measure of intelligence: "Action is the real measure of intelligence." -- Napolean Hill, author [image removed] Napoleon Hill (October 26, 1883 – November 8, 1970) was an American author who was one of the earliest producers of the modern genre of personal-success... [more]
Why is apple so successful!!: The Mac, iPad, and iPhone have been hugely successful for Apple. I would like your opinion as to why that is the case?
BP's CEO Tony Hayward - should he go!?: [image removed] BP's CEO Tony Hayward Tony Hayward has been in the public spotlight over the last couple of week's because of gross mishandling of the oil spill crisis in the Gulf of Mexico. Is this a fair assessment?
Are Women better leaders than Men!?: An increasingly heard claim is that women are better leaders than men. What this really means is that leaders with stereotypical feminine traits might be better than those with classic masculine traits, whether men or women. The foundation for th... [more]
Guest Book for February 2010!: [image removed] *GUEST BOOK - FEBRUARY 2010* Welcome to Leader-Speakers-Forum! Please use this opportunity to introduce yourself and if you wish, leave any comments about your visit to our professional forum. Of course, any suggestions, op... [more]
Movitional Speaking - a class act from Anthony Robbins - who is better?: Hey Members I can't think of a better motivitional speaker than Anthony Robbins and only wish I could afford the fee to see him speak! Here is a link to another great presentation from him on the *power of our beliefs*..video link So does any... [more]
Members - what is your favourite QUOTE.: Quotes can inspire and move people forward. So what is yours. Please let us know so we can spread the word and may be the members can vote on them. As for me, my favourite quote is ..... *"Happy are those who dream dreams and are ready to pay t... [more]
Leadership Deep Dive :: Your US Organisation has challenges - Where do we go from here?: [image removed] So lets think about the approach you would take to address the *challenges *that your US office faces. Here are some key facts: - Sales targets are down due to challenging markets and the product features - Customer Support... [more]
Leadership "Deep Dive" Forum - First day in the job, your Boss is OOTO: Lets say you are starting a new job as head of a US office of a large insurance organisation. In this US office, you are responsible for Sales, Customer Services, R&D, Project portfolio in the US. HQ is also based in your building and there are... [more]
Leadership Deep Dive ONLINE forum :: 1.17-22: [image removed] *Leadership "Deep Dive" Forum* 1.17-22 Explore Leadership challenges in the comfort of your home! Forum Links :: Links will become active on those dates Day 1 (1.17) : First day in the job, your Boss is OOTO Day 4 (1.20)... [more]
Leadership - Should the Government declare a national emergency due to the weather conditions: Some parts of Ireland have come to a stand still because of the cold snap... and this is what the government is also doing...nothing.Should more be done, even bring out the army to help!? Thanks, James, Cork.
Leadership - Brian's battle cry lifts the Irish Country!: [image removed] [image removed] [image removed] 'It's a growth I intend to defeat, or it will defeat me' Brave words from Brian Leniham, Ireland's finance minster, confirming yesterday that he will work on even though he has cancer. With... [more]
Gordon's leadership challenge!: [image removed] What are the Labour party up to. Is this a brave and right move from Ms Hewitt and Mr Hoon? Should the labour party face up to the reality that Labour will not win with Gordon at the helm? All the best Ash
The language of leadership: [image removed] *The language of leadership* - The choice of language is very important when you need to bring people on-board and get their buy-in. This article explores one idea that is a powerful yet easy concept to use. --- So you want p... [more]
Motivational Speaking: [image removed] Justin Barry provides some key advice on how to motivate your audience. Remember, motivating people is extremely hard work that takes thought, attention to detail, know how and perhaps above all, flexibility to people’s dif... [more]
FIFA Leadership has lost all respect...Were FIFA right to seed the World Cup play-off draw?: FIFA Leadership has lost all respect...Were FIFA right to seed the World Cup play-off draw? Intro: FIFA decided to change the rules of the play-off during the world cup campaign. They said that the top teams will be seeded so they don't meet each... [more]
As a leader, should the US commit more troops to Afghanistan?: As a leader what would your position be.....: - Yes - peace & stability in the world is a cause worth fighting for - No - It is an impossible country to occupy. There won't be a national government there for a long time that can has the mora... [more]
Was the Nobel Committee right to award the Peace Prize to Barack Obama?: Much as I admire the man I cannot see what he has had time to do, in terms of world peace, to deserve this award....what is your opinion?
Leadership - How NOT to handle bad news!!: Hi All, this is a humorous video clip that Des Bergin kindly alerted me to this as an example of bad leadership :-) I must warn you that it has some strong language, so be WARNED! I guess a general evaluation on the leaders conduct would be interes... [more]
Powerpoint Presentations - love em or hate them!: Hi everyone, I'm not sure what the big debate is about powerpoint presentations - surely there is a *proven *method to win your auidence with great slides What side are you on? Sue Armstrong, London.
Anyone use video to analyse their speech?: Do you regularly record video of your speeches? And if you do....how do you get the most out of analyzing that video?
Are people born with leadership skills or can this be taught?: I would like to believe that everyone has the opportunity to become a great leader if that is what they desire and want to work at this?! What are your views?
Tiger Woods public statement a master oratory?: Hi Everyone. I have just listen to Tiger Wood's public apology to his family, closest friends and the media. What is your opinion of his peformance. Some would suggest that it was a masterpiece in public speaking....what do you think?
CEO SIG presents The Challenge in Changing Organizations!: Everyone knows how difficult it is to change organizations, which is why we want to explore this in more detail during 3.29-31. Members and guests are welcome to contribute! ********** Firstly, we will open up with a question....'As change ma... [more]
Haiti Disaster - Where is the leadership!: I cannot believe just how leaderless and chaotic the rescue and aid effort are for Haiti. The key question is: Where is the leadership? I know these are very challenging times for the International community, but surely aid still not reaching p... [more]
Qualities of top teams: Are you working in a top team? Would others be in agreement with your views on what makes a top team? So for the record, here is my assessment of it and hope that you share your views also: *Objectives and goals are shared by the team * Everyon... [more]
Featured Blogs
last updated: 2010-09-25 04:17:09
Leaders of our time - Mohandas Gandhi: I like this quote of the great man "His philosophy of nonviolence and his passion for independence began a drive for freedom that doomed colonialism" By SALMAN RUSHDIE Here is an overview: Gandhi is commonly known around the world as Mahatma ... [more]
Leaders of our time - Sir Winston Churchill: What do you make of this man. A man who kept his head when the country was at war. A true leader one would say: Sir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill, is widely regarded as one of the great wartime leaders. He served as Prime Minister from 1940 t... [more]
Leaders in the spot light - Nelson Mandela: He is a man who inspires me especially as he has lived through very troubled times and still able to smile. Here are some highlights: Born 18 July 1918,served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999. Before his presidency, Mandela was an... [more]
Martin Luther King - background: Martin Luther King, Jr., was a great man who worked for racial equality and civil rights in the United States of America. He was born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia. Martin had a brother, Alfred, and a sister, Christine. Both his father a... [more]
Martin Luther King "I have a dream" - Speech Extract: I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation. Five score years ago, a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand today, signed the Emancipation Proc... [more]
"High achievement always takes place in the framework of high expectation.": Is it simply the case of what you believe and commit to. What are the barriers you find that are making this journey difficult. In the meantime, here are some quotes to motivate you.... Don’t limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to ... [more]
Is christianity a force for good in our world?: Is Christianity a positive force in our world today because questions are being asked about its human rights record and child abuse. Despite the good intentions of many decent people it is still one of the prime sources of a considerable amount of ... [more]
Action is the real measure of intelligence: "Action is the real measure of intelligence." -- Napolean Hill, author [image removed] Napoleon Hill (October 26, 1883 – November 8, 1970) was an American author who was one of the earliest producers of the modern genre of personal-success... [more]
Why is apple so successful!!: The Mac, iPad, and iPhone have been hugely successful for Apple. I would like your opinion as to why that is the case?
BP's CEO Tony Hayward - should he go!?: [image removed] BP's CEO Tony Hayward Tony Hayward has been in the public spotlight over the last couple of week's because of gross mishandling of the oil spill crisis in the Gulf of Mexico. Is this a fair assessment?
Are Women better leaders than Men!?: An increasingly heard claim is that women are better leaders than men. What this really means is that leaders with stereotypical feminine traits might be better than those with classic masculine traits, whether men or women. The foundation for th... [more]
Guest Book for February 2010!: [image removed] *GUEST BOOK - FEBRUARY 2010* Welcome to Leader-Speakers-Forum! Please use this opportunity to introduce yourself and if you wish, leave any comments about your visit to our professional forum. Of course, any suggestions, op... [more]
Movitional Speaking - a class act from Anthony Robbins - who is better?: Hey Members I can't think of a better motivitional speaker than Anthony Robbins and only wish I could afford the fee to see him speak! Here is a link to another great presentation from him on the *power of our beliefs*..video link So does any... [more]
Members - what is your favourite QUOTE.: Quotes can inspire and move people forward. So what is yours. Please let us know so we can spread the word and may be the members can vote on them. As for me, my favourite quote is ..... *"Happy are those who dream dreams and are ready to pay t... [more]
Leadership Deep Dive :: Your US Organisation has challenges - Where do we go from here?: [image removed] So lets think about the approach you would take to address the *challenges *that your US office faces. Here are some key facts: - Sales targets are down due to challenging markets and the product features - Customer Support... [more]
Leadership "Deep Dive" Forum - First day in the job, your Boss is OOTO: Lets say you are starting a new job as head of a US office of a large insurance organisation. In this US office, you are responsible for Sales, Customer Services, R&D, Project portfolio in the US. HQ is also based in your building and there are... [more]
Leadership Deep Dive ONLINE forum :: 1.17-22: [image removed] *Leadership "Deep Dive" Forum* 1.17-22 Explore Leadership challenges in the comfort of your home! Forum Links :: Links will become active on those dates Day 1 (1.17) : First day in the job, your Boss is OOTO Day 4 (1.20)... [more]
Leadership - Should the Government declare a national emergency due to the weather conditions: Some parts of Ireland have come to a stand still because of the cold snap... and this is what the government is also doing...nothing.Should more be done, even bring out the army to help!? Thanks, James, Cork.
Leadership - Brian's battle cry lifts the Irish Country!: [image removed] [image removed] [image removed] 'It's a growth I intend to defeat, or it will defeat me' Brave words from Brian Leniham, Ireland's finance minster, confirming yesterday that he will work on even though he has cancer. With... [more]
Gordon's leadership challenge!: [image removed] What are the Labour party up to. Is this a brave and right move from Ms Hewitt and Mr Hoon? Should the labour party face up to the reality that Labour will not win with Gordon at the helm? All the best Ash
The language of leadership: [image removed] *The language of leadership* - The choice of language is very important when you need to bring people on-board and get their buy-in. This article explores one idea that is a powerful yet easy concept to use. --- So you want p... [more]
Motivational Speaking: [image removed] Justin Barry provides some key advice on how to motivate your audience. Remember, motivating people is extremely hard work that takes thought, attention to detail, know how and perhaps above all, flexibility to people’s dif... [more]
FIFA Leadership has lost all respect...Were FIFA right to seed the World Cup play-off draw?: FIFA Leadership has lost all respect...Were FIFA right to seed the World Cup play-off draw? Intro: FIFA decided to change the rules of the play-off during the world cup campaign. They said that the top teams will be seeded so they don't meet each... [more]
As a leader, should the US commit more troops to Afghanistan?: As a leader what would your position be.....: - Yes - peace & stability in the world is a cause worth fighting for - No - It is an impossible country to occupy. There won't be a national government there for a long time that can has the mora... [more]
Was the Nobel Committee right to award the Peace Prize to Barack Obama?: Much as I admire the man I cannot see what he has had time to do, in terms of world peace, to deserve this award....what is your opinion?
Leadership - How NOT to handle bad news!!: Hi All, this is a humorous video clip that Des Bergin kindly alerted me to this as an example of bad leadership :-) I must warn you that it has some strong language, so be WARNED! I guess a general evaluation on the leaders conduct would be interes... [more]
Powerpoint Presentations - love em or hate them!: Hi everyone, I'm not sure what the big debate is about powerpoint presentations - surely there is a *proven *method to win your auidence with great slides What side are you on? Sue Armstrong, London.
Anyone use video to analyse their speech?: Do you regularly record video of your speeches? And if you do....how do you get the most out of analyzing that video?
Are people born with leadership skills or can this be taught?: I would like to believe that everyone has the opportunity to become a great leader if that is what they desire and want to work at this?! What are your views?
Tiger Woods public statement a master oratory?: Hi Everyone. I have just listen to Tiger Wood's public apology to his family, closest friends and the media. What is your opinion of his peformance. Some would suggest that it was a masterpiece in public speaking....what do you think?
CEO SIG presents The Challenge in Changing Organizations!: Everyone knows how difficult it is to change organizations, which is why we want to explore this in more detail during 3.29-31. Members and guests are welcome to contribute! ********** Firstly, we will open up with a question....'As change ma... [more]
Haiti Disaster - Where is the leadership!: I cannot believe just how leaderless and chaotic the rescue and aid effort are for Haiti. The key question is: Where is the leadership? I know these are very challenging times for the International community, but surely aid still not reaching p... [more]
Qualities of top teams: Are you working in a top team? Would others be in agreement with your views on what makes a top team? So for the record, here is my assessment of it and hope that you share your views also: *Objectives and goals are shared by the team * Everyon... [more]
Resource Library
last updated: 2010-03-08 18:00:36
The focus of the resource library is on communication and leadership for our members.
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A set of educational articles and e-books on Leadership & Management
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Communication & Public Speaking Resources
last updated: 2010-03-08 18:01:27
Communication & Public Speaking Articles
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Communication 101
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Effective communication - First impressions.
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Communication challenges for college lectures
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Communication challenges on the internet |
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Effective Powerpoint Presentations |
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Impromptu speaking |
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Humorist speaking |
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Motivational Speaking |
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Leadership & Management Resources
last updated: 2009-06-04 01:49:21
Leadership & Management Articles
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Leadership 101 |
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Management 101 |
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Colin Powell's 13 rules on leadership |
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Difference between a manager and a leader |
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Providing Direction |
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Supportive and Knowledgeable Manager |
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Ten qualities for influencing others |
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Take charge of your meetings |
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