Why do people use slides in their presentations?
A client is preparing for a talk at an upcoming conference in May (which is in serious jeopardy thanks to the current pandemic) and asked me what I thought about…
My immediate and not-surprising response to time on my hands
Yesterday was my last day of teaching for at least two weeks. Schools have shuttered in my school district in an effort to flatten the curve of this global pandemic,…
This is how your federal government has responded to the coronavirus pandemic
A few pertinent facts about the Trump administration’s response to the coronavirus pandemic: The administration is proceeding with its proposed cutting of Health and Human Services funding by $9.5 billion,…
Speak Up Storytelling: Building a Story (“News of Divorce”)
On episode #89 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, I try something new. I craft a brand new story on the spot - something I do in workshops but never…
I have a bunch of jobs, and I want a bunch of jobs
I wear many hats. I do many things. One might think that I collect jobs. At the moment, my list of jobs for which I am paid for regularly include:…
Perfection
I experience many good, very good, and even great moments in a day. Eating my Egg McMuffin every morning is a legitimately great moment for me (followed by the saddest…
A man in McDonald’s asks me about Jesus.
I was pouring Diet Coke into a cup at a local McDonald’s - the restaurant I managed for years while putting myself through college - when a man approached and…
Colbert drinks alcohol. The audience cheers.
Every now and then, Stephen Colbert will drink alcohol during his evening monologue. At some appropriate moment, usually in an effort to feign disinterest or finish off a bit, he…
Bacon is simple and delicious
In case you missed it, Dunkin Donuts (recently rebranded Dunkin) introduced a new menu item at the end of February: Bacon. They call their new menu item Snackin’ Bacon, but…
Of course cinnamon rolls should not be baked in plastic wrap
Elysha sent this text to me from the comfort of her bed a few minutes ago. Please note the condescension. Take the plastic wrap off first? Does she really think…
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