Monthly Archives: July 2009
Summer Break Syndrome
I remember when I learned that most of the world doesn’t operate on a school schedule. I discovered that it isn’t normal — at least in the business world — to get a fall break here, a winter break there, and … Continue reading
Filed under Random
Say “Epideictic” Five Times Fast
I’m slowly tackling Presidents Creating the Presidency: Deeds Done in Words by Dr. Karlyn Kors Campbell and Dr. Kathleen Hall Jamieson. The first chapter of the book deals with inaugural addresses and provides a helpful explanation of (a) what epideictic … Continue reading
Filed under Speechwriting
Ode to the Classroom
I’ll admit it — self-directed study is hard. It’s hard because you’re in the “class” by yourself. It’s hard because you don’t have automatic discussion every Tuesday and Thursday with a professor pushing you to do your best. It’s hard … Continue reading
