What do all these greats have in common? Read on to find out…

We might not have an opportunity to deliver a speech of such impact as Obama’s inaugural speech, but there is still much we can learn from such a formal speech – and put into action when we speak.

Boy, it’s a great time to be a speech expert as well as a leading authority on political communication. And both political parties provided a great show, particularly the speeches of Hillary Clinton and Sarah Palin. They each had a job to do and enormous hurdles to overcome.

There are some guidelines to follow when selecting and using your words that will help in moving people in the direction you want.

Style does not trump substance; style is substance. We feel it, we thirst for it and we drink it up.

Well, not everything else exactly. But enough to help you put on a really great show.

If you want to do well at presenting, be sure to prepare well.

So, how’d she do?

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