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Monthly Archives: May, 2014

Why we can love a game – even though our team loses

I’m still buzzing with excitement – even though “my team” The Maroons lost last night’s State of Origin game – 12-8. For overseas readers, State of Origin is an intense, … Continue reading

May 29, 2014 · 2 Comments

State of Origin: why it means so much to fans

Do you love State of Origin time of year?   For overseas readers, State of Origin is an intense, fierce  inter-state Rugby League competition between Queensland (Maroons) and New South … Continue reading

May 28, 2014 · 1 Comment

Write great #lyrics with contrast and drama – like “According to You”

Want to write great lyrics that really connect with  and intrigue people? This post was inspired by hearing my young daughter singing a song around the house – According to … Continue reading

May 17, 2014 · 1 Comment

What we can all learn from Tony Abbott’s #Budget interview poor wording – don’t make these mistakes P 2

This post is to help you improve your messages – to make them sound stronger and more convincing. It was inspired by hearing (and reading) Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott’s post-Budget … Continue reading

May 14, 2014 · Leave a comment

What we can all learn from Tony Abbott’s #Budget interview poor wording – don’t make these mistakes

When you need to deliver a message – I encourage you to be careful in how you order your words. Express the positive first – not a negative.   This … Continue reading

May 14, 2014 · Leave a comment

Better #Productivity – #Yoda and the power of Why

Do you want to be more productive –  at doing the things you need to do? The “more boring” things? Do you sometimes struggle, as I do, in doing the … Continue reading

May 12, 2014 · 1 Comment

Improve your #writing – imagine your audience (specific people) and what they are doing P 1

When you what to improve the way you write for your audience – it helps to imagine your audience and write to that audience AND what they are likely to … Continue reading

May 2, 2014 · 1 Comment

#Coffee break tip – How #MadMen can help you “sell” ideas and win business

When you need to spread your message and persuade people – then the TV show Mad Men can help you “sell” your message to your audience. I know “selling” can … Continue reading

May 2, 2014 · 1 Comment