A Speechwriter’s Thoughts A few days after President Joseph Biden delivered his inaugural address, friends and business acquaintances asked for my opinion on the speech. Some of them were sure I would write an article about it, thus share some perspectives from my vantage point. Instead, I am sitting at my desk on a weekdayContinue reading

4 Books for Promoting Well-Being The first month of the new year, January, presents a new beginning in all aspects of our lives. There are the traditional goals and resolutions: more time at the gym or start working out to lose weight, increase income much as possible, be a better parent, better boss, friendlier neighbor,Continue reading

The coronavirus pandemic continues to take heavy tolls throughout the United States. Indeed, worldwide. The emergence of vaccines and fresh national leadership regarding COVID-19 gives us hope. We can see a glimmer of light at the tunnel’s end. We will get through this health crisis. In distant hindsight. Let’s take a glance at what we’veContinue reading

Recipients of thank you notes feel valued and appreciate that their efforts, gifts, thoughtfulness, and time is recognized. There are multiple means to send a note of thanks – email, text message, paper cards, electronic cards. I recommend using physical paper cards and envelopes. Yes, I realize it takes more effort to send an actualContinue reading

In a previous article, I wrote about the difference between a podium and a lectern. As a refresher, a lectern is a slanted topped high desk that the speaker stands behind when delivering a speech or presentation. The podium is a platform that a speaker stands on while giving a presentation or formal address, andContinue reading

The month of September is here. Labor Day marks the last summer holiday, particularly the end of summer. And Patriot Day (9/11) serves as a remembrance of the 2001 attacks in the United States. My contemplation causes pondering on commemorations as National Grandparents Day (September 13), First Day of Rosh Hashanah (September 19). Let usContinue reading