Category Archives: Introductions

How to Spoil a Program Chair

Posted on April 9, 2010 by Anita

Remember when Sarge asked for a volunteer to step forward, and everyone stepped back except for Beetle Bailey? That’s how I picture the Program Chair (or Program VP) at many associations – they were absent the day assignments were handed … Continue reading →

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“He Sucks At Taboo” (or, Watch His Face!)

Posted on February 2, 2010 by Anita

Face it, the point of an introduction is to give a synopsis of the speech to come Ehh.   It’s to present a verbal curriculum vitae of the speaker. No, it’s really to show how cool you were in convincing … Continue reading →

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One Page is All it Takes to Land a Speaking Gig

Posted on November 4, 2009 by Anita

Unpaid speaking before luncheon meetings is a good way to become known as an expert. It is called credibility marketing. Problem is, everyone wants to do it . . . and how can a program chair decide who to invite? … Continue reading →

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Salmon or Cocktail Weinies?

Posted on October 6, 2009 by Anita

Introductions set the mood for what is coming next. A well-planned introduction considers what your audience wants to get out of the experience, be it musical, technical or educational. Which guitarist would you rather listen to at a conference banquet? … Continue reading →

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