Take advice from a Dog Trainer? You bet… It will help you in your next speech or important meeting. Cesar Millan shares an example of an anxious owner creating fear in herself and her dog whenever they were in a challenging situation. Cesar noticed the body language woman. He knew she was an actress and knew … Continue reading What speakers can learn from the Dog Whisperer
If you’ve ever felt desperate to attract volunteers, keep in mind the benefits they’ll be receiving. 1) Volunteering can save people. Not only the people they’re helping, but the volunteers themselves. Shelley Shellabarger found it difficult when she moved to Washington State a few years ago with no connections, no friends and no outlets. She … Continue reading Feeling anxious about recruiting volunteers?
Whoever is the best communicator will win, says Gary Vaynerchuk, author of Crush It! Cash in on your Passion. (p.51) As a communication coach, I’m jazzed to read bold statements like his. But, look out folks… passion can also leave 3rd degree burns. Expressing your passion is like playing with fire. You’ve got to know … Continue reading When Passion Burns: Your Voice Speaks Volumes
When you come from your heart you can’t go wrong. That goes for speaking on behalf of your cause and delivering on your mission. When you’re real with people, you’ll see real results. There’s a thread of authenticity that runs through the Moyer Foundation… from how it got started, to the program results, and all … Continue reading Is your nonprofit for real?
The volunteer knew just what to do. She trusts her feeling and takes action aligned with the mission statement of her organization. The volunteer I’m referring to is one of Delta Society’s therapy and service animals. Even though they haven’t read the mission statement they’re totally aligned with helping people improve their health and wellbeing. … Continue reading Nonprofit actions speak louder than words
Improvisation teacher and auctioneer Matt Smith shares his 20 years experience with nonprofit professionals who’d like to relax and be spontaneous in a way that naturally attracts more donors. Learning to create an environment where donors feel safe enough to relax is the first part. The next ingredient is orchestrating enough tension (like good theater) … Continue reading Nonprofits: Set the stage before asking for the donation
Laraine Herring shares some wisdom in her book ‘Writing Begins with the Breath’ that I’d like to pass along to you. Speaking authentically takes courage. Let her words inspire you to dig deep into the core of your message. “We have been well-schooled not to write authentically. We have been taught to speak what we … Continue reading Writing tips to help you speak from your heart
“In times of drastic change it is the learners who inherit the future. The learned usually find themselves equipped to live in a world that no longer exists.” –Eric Hoffer, American Writer, 1902-1983 Nonprofit organizations are faced with more change than ever in this economic climate. Have you ever found yourself smack dab in the … Continue reading Communicating change in your nonprofit
Maybe that’s why I love to watch dancers. You can tell when someone is in complete control of himself. Watch speakers who have charisma; the ones who draw you in like a magnet. They intuitively know when to use big gestures, when to move around on the stage, when to speed up and slow down … Continue reading Good speakers control time and space
My heart went out to a volunteer speaking at a benefit dinner and auction. She had emotional stories and well thought-out slides, but the audience members were more interested in talking amongst themselves than listening to her speech. What do you do when you have the stage and it feels like you’ve been thrown into … Continue reading Speaking to a difficult audience?