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Speeches that have Inspired
Throughout history, great oratory has mobilised the masses for good and evil, in both real and reel life. However, it is important to remember that age is no indicator of the ability to inspire change through language.
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Storytelling at its best
The creative arts enable us to feel, be, dream and learn all at once. An Hungarian shadow theatre troupe had a story to share and thanks to the commercial platform of reality television, they could. As could a Ukranian couple who also practice the art of storytelling with their bodies and hearts. #TheGrandStoriesOfLifeToldMagnificently
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What is an educated man?
One man’s definition affords us the privilege to explore how we categorise the acquisition of knowledge. #BestSixMinutesYou’llSpendToday #EducationIsTheKey
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Media misuse and abuse = The New Media Sandwich
Athletes and Management behaving badly. It’s nothing new. Recent developments in Australian sport make you wonder, why? when? and how? Why are athletes calling press conferences to ‘state’ their position, prior to official discussions with their employer? Why are professional sporting bodies calling press conferences, prior to the completion of official investigations? When did these…
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Michael Oher: The Blind Side of Super Bowl
In focusing on the business of Super Bowl this year, I overlooked the athletes and the Hollywood ending to the real life story of a Super Bowl Champion, Baltimore Raven, Michael Oher. As much as I loved The Blind Side , what I love about this pic is how much it teaches us… How one…
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Media Relations Oscars-style
Jennifer Lawrence gives all willing students a lesson in how to showcase your personality, stay on message and enjoy the process even when quality journalism proves elusive.
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Temple Grandin: Building Thinking
An invaluable insight into the workings of an amazing mind. And quite possibly, the best 19 minutes you will spend today. #EmbraceLearnEnjoy
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How do I shut down Twitter?
The mere question rings alarm bells. Moreso when reports out of the recent HMV experience suggest they were the words of HMV’s marketing director as HMV’s official twitter account was hijacked by disgruntled staff. I’m no lawyer, but there is a reason internal communications are structured and handled differently than its external counterpart. There are…