Magazine Archive - December 2019
December 18, 2019
Public Speaking Sins: Following George Will
Cardinal Sins , Strictly Speaking , Presentation Tips , The Buckley Experience , Just For Fun
Reid Buckley's 10 Cardinal Sins stretched out to 11--thanks to George Will. A few words of wisdom for those times when you have to follow a rock star...
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December 16, 2019
Rhetorical Device of the Month: Anastrophe
Rhetorical Devices , Just For Fun , The Buckley Experience
Churchill may have employed it first, in a galaxy not that far away, but no one has done more to popularize this speaking technique than the wise green guy with the pointy ears...
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December 13, 2019
Mayor, Executive: 'All speaking is public speaking'
Public Speaking , Presentation Tips , Alumni
Persuasive communication has always been part of his job description but as a mayor, this automotive industry executive has honed new skills. How his experiences can help you...
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December 12, 2019
PowerPoint: How Much Will They Love This Pitch?
PowerPoint , Seen|Read|Heard , Just For Fun
Will PowerPoint pitch parties replace Tinder, well-meaning aunts, and blind dates? You may not find your perfect match, but at least you can practice your presentation skills...
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December 11, 2019
Books for Speakers: Toasts
Public Speaking Books , Speaker's Bookshelf , Toasts , The Buckley Experience
The author of this book once stole a locomotive, so maybe we shouldn't be surprised by his bold promise to help you always say the right thing in the right way. Cheers to that!
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December 3, 2019
Questionable Presentation Advice: Never use profanity
Presentation Tips , Just For Fun , Public Speaking , Seen|Read|Heard
Is there ever a dang good reason to let loose with a four-letter word in a speech or presentation? Here's a look at the science and strategy of the well-chosen word...
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December 2, 2019
Poems to Help Your Public Speaking: An e.e. cummings christmas
Poems to Read Aloud , The Buckley Experience , Resources , Just For Fun
Reading poetry out loud can help improve your timing, phrasing and expressiveness when presenting. Here's a poem to accomplish all that AND help you get the season started...
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