Heres my number one tip for writing scripts and speeches. Its simple, powerful, and only four words long. Say it out loud. 1. Say 2. It 3. Out 4. Loud Four words. Its such an easy tip. So simple. And so overlooked. I get to write and edit scripts and speeches and dialogues for a living. And &

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I hope you never experience a crisis. But when you do, be prepared. Introducing Crisis Communication Fundamentals, my latest online course. Its available now in the Lynda.com content library. I felt inspired to write this course because Ive watched people struggle to figure out how to communicate when something unexpected and unpleasant strikes their organization. My aim is to &

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You made a surprise announcement. You didnt drop a bombshell. Im more than a little strung out when I hear those in the news media say something like, Mr. Peacock dropped a major bombshell at Wince Country Club today. Well give you details after the break. Instantly, my mind goes to actual bombs. Wounded people. &

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