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Presidents of War: A book review by Bob Morris

January 5, 2023

Presidents of War: The Epic Story, from 1807 to Modern Times Michael Beschloss Crown (October 2018) How “the life or death of much of the human race” depends on the character of one person Today, opinions are divided with regard…

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Ten Fascinating Presidential Facts You May Not Already Know

November 5, 2022

Here is a brief article by Li Zhou that I came upon in Smithsonian magazine. To check out others, please click here. * * * Think you’ve got a firm handle on the presidents? The Smithsonian Book of Presidential Trivia from Smithsonian Books just…

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What you may not know about past U.S. presidents

August 9, 2020

Here is a brief excerpt from an especially interesting article by Li Zhou for Smithsonianmag.com. Think you know all about the presidents? The Smithsonian Book of Presidential Trivia from Smithsonian Books might make you think twice. President’s Day is February…

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Presidents of War: A book review by Bib Morris

January 27, 2019

Presidents of War: The Epic Story, from 1807 to Modern Times Michael Beschloss Crown (October 2018) How “the life or death of much of the human race” depends on the character of one person Today, opinions are divided with regard…

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Two invaluable tips on making an effective presentation

July 30, 2013

The fundamentals were determined centuries ago: o Know what you are talking about o Care deeply about what you are talking about o Establish and then sustain direct eye contact with your audience o Limit yourself to the fewest number…

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Resilience Quotations: Part 2

November 28, 2012

“I have always been delighted at the prospect of a new day, a fresh try, one more start, with perhaps a bit of magic waiting somewhere behind the morning.” J. B. Priestley “No one who is being himself is going…

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HBR Guide to Persuasive Presentations: A book review by Bob Morris

November 10, 2012

HBR Guide to Persuasive Presentations Nancy Duarte Harvard Business Review Press (2012) “Golden Rule: Never deliver a presentation you wouldn’t want to sit through.” Motto at Duarte, Inc. This is one of the first volumes in a new series of…

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James M. Strock: An interview by Bob Morris

September 8, 2011

James M. Strock is a businessman, educator  and citizen servant based in Scottsdale, Arizona. His company, Serve to Lead® Inc., works in two areas: 21st Century Leadership Development, and Clean Tech Sustainability. He is a frequent speaker and has written…

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Who was Anna Jarvis and why is she significant?

May 1, 2011

According to an article published by Canwest News Service (May 11, 2005), “Mother’s Day creator likely ‘spinning in her grave.” Here is a brief excerpt. To read the complete article, please click here. *     *     * Pity the mother of…

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