WRITERS WHO SPEAK – SPEAKER DO’S & DON’TS

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Greetings from Golden Keyes Parsons here in East Texas on a drizzly, cold January day. I am always delighted and excited when I am on my way to a speaking engagement, but with the weather we’ve had the past few weeks, along with the rest of the country, I’m rather relieved I don’t have to travel anytime soon. So let’s continue with the last of our Speaker Don’t’s:

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The Power of Our Words

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Hi from Doreen Hanna, Speaking was the most effective and efficient way to reach our audience for many years.  Now,we are writing more than ever and reaching a greater audience.  In the midst of this, sometimes exciting and other times challenging change, it is easy to forget the value of keeping our speaking skills strong.   

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WRITERS WHO SPEAK – SPEAKER DO’S & DON’TS (Part 3)

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Golden Keyes Parsons here looking forward to celebrating the birth of our Savior in just a little more than a week. It is a festive season with a flurry of activities. Many of us have speaking engagements this time of year, and a luncheon, tea or banquet is usually the preferred event rather than a retreat. Although it is easier to come up with a one-session message, we only have one shot at them. What we have to say needs to be crisp and to the point. Let’s continue our discussion with some speaker DON’Ts this time…

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WRITERS WHO SPEAK – SPEAKER DO’S AND DON’TS (Part 2)

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Golden Keyes Parsons here in Central Texas where the leaves are just beginning to turn and fall. We don’t have near the beautiful color in our trees as in New England or the Rockies where the aspen turn the mountains to gold, but every now and then one will see a tree showing off its color. It is also a popular season for retreats and luncheons, so let’s continue with our Speaker Do’s and Don’ts. We discussed five last time: 1. DO speak on your passion. 2. DO speak to the listener’s heart. 3. DO be aware of the doctrine…

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WRITERS WHO SPEAK: CHOOSING A TOPIC

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Greetings from Golden Keyes Parsons writing today on how to select a topic when asked to speak to a group. I had been speaking professionally for several years before I became a published author. Believe me when I say that choosing a topic as a published author. . .

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Becoming an Expert

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Do you consider yourself and expert? As a speaker and writer, like it or not, we are seen as experts. Wearing the expert mantle takes some getting used to, but if you can I want to carry the message that’s been placed in our hearts into a world full of ‘experts’ on just about everything we need to get comfortable fast. Here are some things to consider in hanging out your expert shingle.

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ANYTHING BUT THAT, LORD—By Christine Lindsay

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Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” FACT—According to The Book of Lists, the fear of public speaking ranks number one in the minds of the majority of people. Far above the fear of death and disease, comes the fear of standing in front of a crowd.

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What to Include in a Speaking Contract

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What to Include in a Speaking Contract By Laura Petherbridge   In my early speaking years I didn’t use a contract. I assumed that it was unnecessary. I was wrong. Learning the hard way often hones your skills. Most of my events are conducted in a church. Therefore, the majority of my tips are geared toward that audience.   Here is what I suggest to include when creating a contract between a speaker and a host.   At the Top Host Details Your name, title, web address and contact information The host name, address, web site and phone number Event…

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