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August 20, 2026

Your Next Read: Good Writing + Anne Lamott

Better speaking often starts with better writing. Our Buckley coach, a summer reading overachiever, shares her take on a book that can help you strengthen both.

What's so Bad about "Good Question"

Panel Discussions , Media Training , Presentation Tips , Business Communication

Before you respond with "That’s a good question," see why you might want to check the urge, plus ways to deliver a better answer.

Poem to Help Your Public Speaking: The Teacher Poet

Resources , Poems to Read Aloud , The Buckley Experience

She was Maryland's poet laureate and one of Baltimore's most dedicated school teachers. Who better to provide poetry about the challenges and wonders of August? This poem also improves your use of pauses when you read it out loud.