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Pitch the PowerPoint – and Speak as an Impromptu Leader

Great Leadership By Dan

Guest post by Judith Humphrey: In my career as a corporate “ghost writer,” I produced a ton of speeches and PowerPoint presentations for senior executives. Judith Humphrey is the founder of The Humphrey Group, a global leadership communications firm and author of three books, most recently Impromptu: Leading in the Moment.

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First Look: Leadership Books for December 2017

Leading Blog

Impromptu : Leading in the Moment by Judith Humphrey. A Dozen Lessons for Entrepreneurs by Tren Griffin. Minds at Work : Managing for Success in the Knowledge Economy by David Grebow and Stephen J. Capacity : Create Laser Focus, Boundless Energy, and an Unstoppable Drive In Any Organization by Chris Johnson and Matt Johnson.

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You Unplugged: Prepare to be Spontaneous

Leading Blog

Judith Humphrey writes in Impromptu: Leading in the Moment , that “you must prepare to be spontaneous.” To be ready for that “moment of action” as Asma put it, Humphrey says the right mindset includes having the intention to lead, being a good listener, and being authentic, focused, and respectful.” And for most of us it’s spontaneous.

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Avoiding the Pitfalls of Impromptu Speaking

thoughtLEADERS, LLC

Today’s post is by Judith Humphrey, author of Impromptu: Leading in the Moment ( CLICK HERE to get your copy). But such spontaneity comes with many pitfalls that can derail the speaker’s message. Beware of rambling on, using inappropriate humor, and not staying attuned to your audience.

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Taking The Stage Is The Newest Handbook For Business Women And Their Supporters

Eric Jacobson

Judith Humphrey ''s new book, Taking the Stage: How Women Can Speak Up, Stand Out, and Succee d , is based on a program that has been delivered to over 400,000 women worldwide. This book deals with the qualities and desires deep within all of us," says Humphrey. "It It is our birthright to be heard.

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New Books For My Fall Reading List

Eric Jacobson

The 27 Challenges Managers Face - Bruce Tulgan The Front-Line Leader - Chris Van Gorder Taking The Stage - Judith Humphrey Predicting Success - David Lahey Stacking The Deck - David S. These are the new books I''ve added to my fall reading list! Best Leadership Books Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership Leadership Books'

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How Women Can Speak Up, Stand Out And Succeed

Eric Jacobson

Judith Humphrey ''s book, Taking the Stage: How Women Can Speak Up, Stand Out, and Succeed , is based on a program that has been delivered to over 400,000 women worldwide. This book deals with the qualities and desires deep within all of us," says Humphrey. "It It is our birthright to be heard.