Archive for April, 2010
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Thursday, April 29th, 2010Bret Michaels - Diabetes
Tuesday, April 27th, 2010Celebrity Apprentice fans are eager to find out how the rocker from Poison, Bret Michaels, is doing after it was reported last Thursday he was admitted to intensive care after suffering a brain hemorrhage. He has been know for having Type 1 diabetes since he was child.
Speakers with talks specific to diabetes include: Dr. Michael Dansinger (The Biggest Loser), Zonya Foco and Jerry Mathers. For information, please contact us at Speak, Inc.
40th Anniversary of Earth Day
Thursday, April 22nd, 2010Today marks the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day - a day to plant trees, recycle and remind ourselves to be more environmentally friendly.
The United Nations recognition of Earth Day coincides with the spring equinox–often March 20–and was created by peace activist John McConnell in 1969. Today’s April 22nd celebration started as an environmental teach-in that took place in 1970, founded by Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson.
Earth Day offers opportunities to protect the environment and save money at the same time. Here are a some ideas that we can all try to do: recycle and reuse, drive less and use public transportation more, use programmable thermostats, use reusable shopping bags, unplug unused electronics or appliances and pay bills online.
Although the Global Earth Day Celebration is today, it’s never too late to have an Earth Day theme at your meeting. Green themes and ideas are very popular as are speakers on the topic of corporate social responsibility, such as Tim Sanders and Andrew Savitz. For additional suggestions on environmental speakers contact Speakinc.com or 800-677-3324.
Take the Salt Off the Table
Wednesday, April 21st, 2010According to new reports, thousands of lives could be saved by the reduction of dietary sodium intake. It is noted the average daily sodium intake for Americans is 50% above the daily recommended amounts.
Some tips for reducing your salt consumption:
Read labels
Avoid processed foods
Only use low sodium, no salt, or no sodium added, foods
Prepare foods with little or no salt
If you are considering bringing a healthy message to your next meeting, consider one of these speakers: Zonya Foco, Joseph Piscatella, James Maas, David Meinz or Ann Kulze. For additional ideas, please contact us at info@speakinc.com.
No More Excuses - Free Webinar
Tuesday, April 20th, 2010Sam Silverstein’s LIVE (free) webinar “No More Excuses: Accountability as a Competitive Advantage in Sales” is on Wednesday, April 28 2:30-3:30 EDT. Sam is the author of: No More Excuses: The Five Accountabilities for Personal and Organizational Growth.
Sign up here.
Find a Way to Win
Sunday, April 18th, 2010Next month, Dan Coughlin’s Find a Way to Win: Management Insights from Terry Michler, America’s All-Time Winningest Soccer Coach is being released. This book provides insights for business managers based on the soccer coaching methods of Terry Michler.
For more information on Dan and other leadership speakers, contact Speak, Inc. at info@speakinc.com.
Bake-Off
Wednesday, April 14th, 2010This month, several cooks competed in the 44th Annual Pillsbury Bake-Off. The judges considered the original recipes for taste, appearance, creativity and how the recipe will appeal to the average family. The final four were:
Entertaining Appetizers: Salmon Pecan-Crusted Tartlets
Breakfast & Brunches: Tomato-Basil Eggs Alfredo in Bread Baskets
Dinner Made Easy: Zesty Lime Fish Tacos
Sweet Treats: Mini Ice Cream Cookie Cups
AND THE WINNER IS: MINI ICE CREAM COOKIE CUPS !!
If you are considering bringing a healthy message to your next meeting, consider one of these speakers: Zonya Foco, Joseph Piscatella, James Maas, David Meinz or Ann Kulze. For additional ideas, please contact us at info@speakinc.com.
The Good Stuff
Friday, April 9th, 2010A humorous, entertaining and informative speaker, Christine Cashen released her NEW book this month, The Good Stuff: Quips and Tips on Life, Love, Work and Happiness.
For more information on Christine and other entertaining speakers, contact Speak, Inc. at info@speakinc.com.
Discovery
Tuesday, April 6th, 2010Yesterday, the space shuttle Discovery and its crew were launched from the Kennedy Space Center, destination the International Space Station. The 13-day mission largely aims to continue outfitting the interior of the station and prepare it for life after the shuttle program ends later this year. The end of 30 years of shuttle flights is approaching. After this flight, three missions remain on the schedule.
Speak, Inc. represents many outstanding astronauts available for speeches, or meet and greets. Here are just a few:
Alan Bean
Story Musgrave
Please contact Speak, Inc. at info@speakinc.com for availability and additional information.