Tips from a Professional Presenter and Speaking Coach

Would you like to…

Keep Your Audience Interested and Involved?
Speak Persuasively with Credibility and Sincerity?
Connect with charisma and likeability?
Have a clear, powerful message that results in Action?

Think about it…

Are your presentations a true and positive reflection of your company?
Are you smart but having difficulty conveying that knowledge?
Do you have a great message but lack the delivery skills to convey it effectively?

Then…don’t miss speaker Hilari Weinstein, President of High Impact Communication:

“Present with Impact!”

Make a fabulous impression on an audience of 1 or 100 by learning the 7 C's of winning presenters and better understanding the 3 ways others receive information:

- What is Seen
- What is Heard
- What is Felt

8/29/09: In The Flow Marketing - A Networking Group for Women - Scottsdale
Time 9:45 am Networking

Meeting: 10:00 am to Noon

Cost: $15 (Speaker & Speed Networking!)

Location: New Vision Spiritual Center, 9659 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ (in the corner of the shopping center, next door to the church in the fenced Education Building, Peace Room)

RSVP: Vicki Christensen, thevickster00@cox.net or 480-705-0095
More: www.CreativeWritingAndDesign.com (Click on In The Flow Marketing)

More about Hilari:

Hilari Weinstein, President of High Impact Communication, works with clients nationwide to help make their presentations more effective and engaging. Having gained greater confidence, productivity, and influence, her various clients have secured close to a billion dollars in revenue IN THE PAST FEW YEARS alone.

In The Flow Marketing is a division of Creative Writing and Design. For more information about In The Flow Marketing visit: http://www.creativewritinganddesign.com/In_The_Flow_Marketing.html

Seasoning the Cast Iron Pan

I had a dream the other night about seasoning a cast-iron pan. I’m not sure what may have prompted this dream, but I find that my dreams are filled with interesting tidbits when I look into them further.

Anyone who has ever owned a cast-iron pan knows that the key to its marvelous non-stick surface is in the seasoning of the pan. The more seasoning that is done initially, the stronger the “seasoning bond.” If done correctly, the pan will last a lifetime. If food begins to stick over time, the pan needs to be properly re-cleaned and re-seasoned once again.

When I look at this process I cannot help but think about our country’s economic situation and its affect on us as individuals, women and entrepreneurs.

How “seasoned” are we feminine entrepreneurs?
Are all the world events “sticking” to our surfaces?
Are we in need of re-seasoning to form a stronger bond?
I think so.

For years now, I have heard that it is the time for the feminine to emerge. Yet, in our current situation, I cannot find them. Where are they? Who is leading them? What are they doing? Are they at home? Are they in fear? Are they cocooned waiting for something to happen? Waiting for someone to tell them what to do next, when and how?

Our thoughts about the economy are like food stuck to a poorly-seasoned pan. Unless, we re-season the pan and emerge victorious in our thoughts and actions, we will have more of the same.

Perhaps now is not the time for the feminine to hibernate.

Perhaps now is the time for them to join together in groups, circles and lead by example, supporting one another, allowing their skills to be seen and used by others. Let’s build a model community together.

I know that I could use some support right now. How about you?

I just re-seasoned my pan. What shape is your pan in?

Are you an Expert in Your Field?

Positioning yourself in your field as an expert is a critical marketing component. If you’re not viewed as an expert, then why should your client hire YOU? If you do view yourself as an expert in your field, do your marketing materials reflect that? Or, do you still appear to be running your operation from the kitchen table?

Perception is such an important part of this equation.

So, how does one become an expert? Experts write books and articles, give lectures, and use the media to get recognized. Publishing a book has quickly become one of the best ways of making yourself visible in a time when you can be easily hidden by the absolute avalanche of available information. And, it's no secret that experts get paid more.

Find out how YOU can get the recognition you deserve for all your knowledge and skills this Saturday, July 18, 2009 at In The Flow Marketing where author and professional editor, Laura Orsini, presents: “Want to Charge More? Write That Book!”

Get your questions answered!

- Why a book gives you instant credibility
- Why experts can always charge more
- How to identify the audience for your book
- How to define the message for your audience
- How to repurpose your existing writing
- The pros and cons of using public domain material
- How to claim YOUR expert status

See you Saturday at New Vision Center in Scottsdale – 9:45 am (with speed networking)! For more information, visit the calendar page at: www.CreativeWritingAndDesign.com.

In The Flow Marketing: A Networking Group for Women-Mesa

Mission Statement: To provide effective, affordable marketing opportunities for women in today’s business environment, based on building authentic relationships. Nearly 600 strong and growing!

Speaker, Jody Owen: “From Overwhelmed to Organized!” Learn Jody’s 3-step, SOS method that allows you to get your head around the process of organizing, and keep moving forward when the chaos wants to stop you! This method can be applied to both personal and business situations.

Time: 1:45 pm Networking
Meeting: 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Cost: $15 (Speaker & Networking!)
Location: Paradise Palms Plaza, 1616 East Main Street, Mesa, 2nd Floor Boardroom (between Stapley & Gilbert Roads; enter in the center of the buildings by the fountain)
RSVP: Contact Us - www.CreativeWritingAndDesign.com

About Jody Owen, The Space You’re In, Transformation thru Organization

Through her 20+ years in the corporate and small business worlds, she set up workable systems and developed procedures to streamline operations and improve productivity. Using those skills, along with her knowledge in personal development programs and methodologies, she has created a unique approach to consulting that works with her clients’ mental and emotional organization as well as with their physical space. She specializes in helping business people and teams maximize their effectiveness and create the kind of spaces, thinking and systems that allow them to be productive, creative and balanced.

The NEXT generation of networking events!

Seasoning the Cast Iron Pan

I had a dream the other night about seasoning a cast-iron pan. I’m not sure what may have prompted this dream, but I find that my dreams are filled with interesting tidbits when I look into them further.

Anyone who has ever owned a cast-iron pan knows that the key to its marvelous non-stick surface is in the seasoning of the pan. The more seasoning that is done initially, the stronger the “seasoning bond.” If done correctly, the pan will last a lifetime. If food begins to stick over time, the pan needs to be properly re-cleaned and re-seasoned once again.

When I look at this process I cannot help but think about our country’s economic situation and its affect on us as individuals, women and entrepreneurs.

How “seasoned” are we feminine entrepreneurs?
Are all the world events “sticking” to our surfaces?
Are we in need of re-seasoning to form a stronger bond?
I think so.

For years now, I have heard that it is the time for the feminine to emerge. Yet, in our current situation, I cannot find them. Where are they? Who is leading them? What are they doing? Are they at home? Are they in fear? Are they cocooned waiting for something to happen? Waiting for someone to tell them what to do next, when and how?

Our thoughts about the economy are like food stuck to a poorly-seasoned pan. Unless, we re-season the pan and emerge victorious in our thoughts and actions, we will have more of the same.

Perhaps now is not the time for the feminine to hibernate.

Perhaps now is the time for them to join together in groups, circles and lead by example, supporting one another, allowing their skills to be seen and used by others. Let’s build a model community together.

I know that I could use some support right now. How about you?

I just re-seasoned my pan. What shape is your pan in?