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Panic to Power for Business: Turning Panic into Profit |
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My 2008 Panic to Power Boot Camp schedule is released!
- July 29 - Seattle, WA
- November 7 - Port Gamble, WA
NEW - Storytelling Boot Camp for Business Professionals
- September 13 - Bainbridge Island
Take advantage of big discounts with Early Bird Specials! |
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Do you consider yourself a professional speaker? Do you find yourself presenting to audiences in an educational, consultative, or philanthropic arena? Do you want to energize your message and delivery and be invited back more often? If the answers to any of these is YES, then this Academy is for you.
Spend two days with me and my special guest presenters and you will...
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Need Help on the Next Speech or Presentation? |
| Everyone needs a coach...heck even Tiger Woods has a coach! You can get personal mentoring and coaching from me to help you grow in your skills and take your presentations to a higher level. To learn more, call me at 360-271-1592 today, or e-mail me at dan@danweedin.com. | |
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The Voice
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June 2008 |
Welcome! Thank you for subscribing to my monthly newsletter. My goal is to turn you into the best communicator you can be.
In this issue, my monthly rant in The Soap Box focuses on how you communicate in business. Communicating via cell phone and text changes how you are perceived and understood. Find how what you can do to improve that.
You will also find featured blog posts from the last month.
Please check out my new "Upcoming Events" schedule to your left to see what professional development opportunities you have.
An important reminder since there are several new subscribers this month - I've had several subscribers accidentally "unsubscribed" because they forwarded my newsletter or e-mail. I would LOVE for you to forward this newsletter, BUT make sure you do it from the link within this memo. Why? Because if you hit "Reply" from your e-mail account, your e-mail address is still the link to my service and if the recipient hits "unsubscribe", it's your e-mail that's affected! Please make sure you forward my e-mail early and often; by making sure it goes through the link provided in this text. Thank you!
I hope you enjoy.
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The Soap Box
"Can You Hear Me Now?"
A few of the more important aspects in good business communications is being brief, clear, and valuable. In today's technological world, we are accessible almost 24 hours a day with cellular phones and text messaging. How well do you use these tools?
If you are like me, you use your cell phone for the majority of your business communications. Take a peek at a few strategies I've developed to meet those aforementioned goals for you...
- I only accept incoming cell calls if I am in a position to talk. If you can't give your complete attention at the time the call comes in, let it go to voice mail, find out what is needed, and respond when you are free to give the time.
- Use text messaging for information, not relationship building. I love text messaging for information purposes. For instance, if you need to change a meeting time, advise your location, or make a quick comment, texting is perfect. If you don't know how to send or receive it, you need to learn. Texting is becoming an important communication tool. Don't be like many teenagers (including mine); this is not to build relationships! Text messaging is for information only.
- Always ask if this is a good time to talk. Many times, people answer their phones automatically even if they are busy. Good etiquette is asking if your recipient has the time to give you their undivided attention. They will appreciate it.
- Finally, always bring value to your conversations. Whether you are solving a problem, answering a question, or scheduling a meeting, make sure you are improving your recipients condition and respecting their time.
I would be remiss in not reminding you that in the State of Washington, not using a hands-free cell phone is illegal. I urge you to not talk while driving for safety. That being said, if you MUST, buy a hands-free device.
Always remember, technology is a great thing but can be abused. Use yours wisely and be courteous to your clients.
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Panic to Power Boot Camp in July
What if you had no fear in presenting? Where would your career go if your message was clearly understood by all who hear you? Panic No More!
My next Panic to Power Boot Camp for Business Professionals is on Tuesday, July 29 at the Mayflower Park Hotel in downtown Seattle. Spend a day with me and walk away with transformed presentation skills that will improve your business immediately.
You might say, "Dan, I don't have any fear in talking. How can you help me?" Good question...
Don't confuse enthusiasm with talent. There are specific strategies and skills in giving dynamic presentations. Come to the Boot Camp and find out what they are!
As part of the camp, you receive a FREE lunch and a BONUS copy of my educational CD, Panic to Power: Swift and Simple Speaking Strategies Anyone Can Use ($20 value)
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The Blog - What's new in "According to Dan"
Here are highlights from last month's posts...
- Find out the lessons I learned from my Toastmasters District Competition PLUS watch me evaluate a speaker. Click here to read.
- Do you need a break? Find how to re-charge your batteries. Click here to read.
- Enjoy reading some life strategies from Million-Dollar Consultant Alan Weiss. Click here to read.
- Don't paralyze your presentation with poor PowerPoint. To read more, click here.
- Using humor in your speech - watch my Toastmasters Region 1 Humorous speech from June 13 in Seattle.
You will get the best of According to Dan here every month, BUT if you don't want to miss any posts, subscribe me to your RSS Feeder - http://blog.danweedin.com |
 Podcasts To Help You
Click here to listen to my podcast interview with Jeff Collins on how to "Dress for Success" - 60 minutes (you can download it)
Click here to walk away with key leadership strategies from Doug Petch.
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Panic to Power: 
Swift & Simple Speaking Strategies Anyone Can Use
Do you get nervous speaking to a group? Would you like to boot those butterflies for good and turn your panic into a powerful presentation? Join Dan Weedin and three World Champions of Public Speaking in this educational CD. Dan will share his tips along with Craig Valentine, Ed Tate, and Darren LaCroix.
"PANIC TO POWER this CD is a must for anyone who wants to be a better speaker. It will take you to the next level in your speaking ability. After listening to all of the Panic to Power stories and the strategies explained by all of the speakers on the CD I CAN'T WAIT till my next speaking opportunity!!" - Mary West, Director of Marketing-The Snow Group
Your Investment: $19.95
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| Saying Thank You with a card
Do you enjoy receiving thank-you cards? I mean real thank-you cards that come by snail mail, not e-mail! One way to really solidify relationships is to send out thank-you cards. People appreciate the time and effort you take to thank them for their valuable time. I've had several experiences over the years in which sending thank-you cards has actually brought in business. In a world where we are always on the go, it's a nice touch to send an old-fashioned thank-you. You can never go wrong.
I've found a cool new way to send thank-you cards. If you're like me, time is the biggest issue. I've discovered a company called Send Out Cards. If you can e-mail, you can send these cards. To learn more, click on the link or contact me at 360-271-1592 to set up a free gift account.
You can improve your business relationships by communicating your appreciation through thank-you cards. Your clients and prospects will love it. |
| Quote for the Month
The real path to greatness, it turns out, requires simplicity and diligence. It requires clarity, not instant illumination.
-Jim Collins, author of "Good to Great"
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