Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Speaking For Profit and Pleasure 1/2 OFF
Just a note to let you know that for the next week I am offering you a downloadable copy of my manual " Speaking for Profit and Pleasure" for half the regular price...JUST $15.00. Offer will end Feb.9th 2010. Get your copy NOW
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Thursday, December 17, 2009
30 Stories from Mike's Collection
Here is a sample of one of the stories you will receive when you subscribe to my Collection of 30 stories ( Let Me Tell You A Story).
Get the entire collection FREE when you order my audio CD " The Art of Storytelling"
Story #2
There once were two adult brothers whose father was in jail
for murder. He had been a criminal all his adult life and it
had finally caught up with him. One of the brothers had
followed in the Father's footsteps and was in and out of jail
for various offences. The other brother was a well respected,
successful businessman and was living in a nice house with his
beautiful family.
When a journalist heard of the two brothers and their
differing life situations he thought their story would would
be interesting to his readers.
He arranged to interview each brother individually and
prepared a set of questions he wanted to ask.
Both brothers were asked this question and their answers were
revealing. Why did you turn out the way you did?
Both brothers had the same answer..." How could we have turned
out otherwise with a Father like ours?
Get the entire collection FREE when you order my audio CD " The Art of Storytelling"
Story #2
There once were two adult brothers whose father was in jail
for murder. He had been a criminal all his adult life and it
had finally caught up with him. One of the brothers had
followed in the Father's footsteps and was in and out of jail
for various offences. The other brother was a well respected,
successful businessman and was living in a nice house with his
beautiful family.
When a journalist heard of the two brothers and their
differing life situations he thought their story would would
be interesting to his readers.
He arranged to interview each brother individually and
prepared a set of questions he wanted to ask.
Both brothers were asked this question and their answers were
revealing. Why did you turn out the way you did?
Both brothers had the same answer..." How could we have turned
out otherwise with a Father like ours?
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
30 Stories from Mike Moore
Hi. I recently developed a collection of 30 stories on various themes and would like to invite you to subscribe to my collection. You will receive two stories per week via email for .75 per story. They are designed to inspire, motivate, inform, challenge and entertain. Take a peek here. Mike
The Importance of Storytelling
by Mike Moore
It is important for people in all walks of life to remember that human beings have an insatiable appetite for stories. From the time we were children when we constantly asked our parents to, " Tell me a story" until the present time nothing has changed. We love to listen to and tell stories.
Life is filled with experiences and when we share these experiences we are telling stories. When we listen to the experiences of others we are sharing their stories. Can you imagine life without stories? What would we talk about?
To validate this human hunger for stories all you have to do is observe what happens when you meet an old friend you haven't seen for some time. The first thing you want to do is find out what they've been up to. This is a request to be told stories.
At a party all ears perk up when someone says, " Did you hear what happened to Judy?"
In Church a boring sermon suddenly comes alive when the preacher begins to tell a story.
You come home from work after an exciting or frustrating day at the office and the first thing you say is " You'll never guess what happened to me today." As soon as these words leave your lips you have peoples' attention. If you doubt this try saying, " Oh I'm sure you'd rather not hear this." and see them beg to be told your story.
This natural hunger for stories provides you with a powerful magnetic tool to connect with and hold the attention of people young and older. NEVER enter a conversation without sprinkling it with generous doses of stories.
Stories inform, entertain and grab peoples' attention. Use them often and effectively and watch your family, friends or audience come alive.
The Importance of Storytelling
by Mike Moore
It is important for people in all walks of life to remember that human beings have an insatiable appetite for stories. From the time we were children when we constantly asked our parents to, " Tell me a story" until the present time nothing has changed. We love to listen to and tell stories.
Life is filled with experiences and when we share these experiences we are telling stories. When we listen to the experiences of others we are sharing their stories. Can you imagine life without stories? What would we talk about?
To validate this human hunger for stories all you have to do is observe what happens when you meet an old friend you haven't seen for some time. The first thing you want to do is find out what they've been up to. This is a request to be told stories.
At a party all ears perk up when someone says, " Did you hear what happened to Judy?"
In Church a boring sermon suddenly comes alive when the preacher begins to tell a story.
You come home from work after an exciting or frustrating day at the office and the first thing you say is " You'll never guess what happened to me today." As soon as these words leave your lips you have peoples' attention. If you doubt this try saying, " Oh I'm sure you'd rather not hear this." and see them beg to be told your story.
This natural hunger for stories provides you with a powerful magnetic tool to connect with and hold the attention of people young and older. NEVER enter a conversation without sprinkling it with generous doses of stories.
Stories inform, entertain and grab peoples' attention. Use them often and effectively and watch your family, friends or audience come alive.
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Become a Storyteller People Want to Listen To
Anyone who has heard me speak knows that I'm a big time believer in the art and power of storytelling. Every speech I deliver is generously laced with stories that amuse, inform, entertain and challenge my audiences.
Ever since we were young children we've had a hunger for stories and this hunger does not vanish with age. I read recently that we, as adults, listen to over 100,000 stories a year and I have no difficulty believing it. I think the number is actually higher when you consider that one phone call from a friend can contain over a dozen stories.
If I were asked to identify the secret to successful public speaking I would say, without hesitation, the ability to tell a great story.
Storytelling isn't just vital to public speakers, it is a very important skill to have in any social situation.
To learn more about how you can master the captivating art of storytelling in your personal and professional life visit my storytelling website.
Ever since we were young children we've had a hunger for stories and this hunger does not vanish with age. I read recently that we, as adults, listen to over 100,000 stories a year and I have no difficulty believing it. I think the number is actually higher when you consider that one phone call from a friend can contain over a dozen stories.
If I were asked to identify the secret to successful public speaking I would say, without hesitation, the ability to tell a great story.
Storytelling isn't just vital to public speakers, it is a very important skill to have in any social situation.
To learn more about how you can master the captivating art of storytelling in your personal and professional life visit my storytelling website.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Learning While You Drive (Audio CDS*
Hi. I read, the other day, that the most valuable and popular learning strategy involves listening to audio CDS. The reason, apparently, is that listening to audios is the only strategiy that lets you do something else while you're learning.
It's really true when you think of it. I can listen while I drive to a speaking gig or work out, or garden. The list is endless. Reading a book or watching a DVD requires that you sit in one place and focus. Listening to audios lets you do something else while you focus.
This is the reason I prepared a series of 5 one hour audios on the art and business of public speaking and called the series " Becoming a Speaking ROAD SCHOLAR.
Listening to audios is a strategy that works for me and I encourage you to give it a try.
You can check out my ROAD SCHOLAR PROGRAM HERE. Until next time. Keep Talking. Mike
It's really true when you think of it. I can listen while I drive to a speaking gig or work out, or garden. The list is endless. Reading a book or watching a DVD requires that you sit in one place and focus. Listening to audios lets you do something else while you focus.
This is the reason I prepared a series of 5 one hour audios on the art and business of public speaking and called the series " Becoming a Speaking ROAD SCHOLAR.
Listening to audios is a strategy that works for me and I encourage you to give it a try.
You can check out my ROAD SCHOLAR PROGRAM HERE. Until next time. Keep Talking. Mike
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Tips On Getting Paid to Speak
Hi Fellow Speakers.
Here is a tip I am finding very effective in this down economic climate.
When I am approached for information re. my availability and fee schedule I usually respond this way. " In these tight economic times I have come up with a fee range to accommodate various budgets. My fee for up to 90 minutes ranges between $2000 and $3000 plus expenses. Make me an offer somewhere in this range and I'm yours."
Their usual offer is in the $2000- $2500 area which is just fine with me.
I find that this is really appreciated by people looking for speakers. They know that a pro speaker's fee is usually around the $3000 mark and up.
They are getting a bargain and I'm getting a gig. Everyone is happy.
Give it a try. Your fee range can be lower or higher depending on what you feel you're worth. PS Most speakers undervalue their service.
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Here is a tip I am finding very effective in this down economic climate.
When I am approached for information re. my availability and fee schedule I usually respond this way. " In these tight economic times I have come up with a fee range to accommodate various budgets. My fee for up to 90 minutes ranges between $2000 and $3000 plus expenses. Make me an offer somewhere in this range and I'm yours."
Their usual offer is in the $2000- $2500 area which is just fine with me.
I find that this is really appreciated by people looking for speakers. They know that a pro speaker's fee is usually around the $3000 mark and up.
They are getting a bargain and I'm getting a gig. Everyone is happy.
Give it a try. Your fee range can be lower or higher depending on what you feel you're worth. PS Most speakers undervalue their service.
For More VISIT
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