by Rob Cottingham | Jun 13, 2019 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
There’s no well-worn, signposted career path to being a speechwriter. That’s the bad news. The good news? There are plenty of other paths in. This episode, we look at how to break into speechwriting — and some lessons from my own first big break. Music:... 
by Rob Cottingham | Jun 5, 2019 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
None of us is perfect, and sooner or later, leaders have to apologize for something. Sometimes it’s something out of your control; sometimes it really is on you. Apologize well, and you can come out with stronger relationships and a better reputation. Apologize... 
by Rob Cottingham | May 14, 2019 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
Over the past 29 episodes, we’ve looked at how you can be a better, more effective speaker and speechwriter. For episode 30, let’s magnify your impact — helping your whole organization tap into the power of public speaking.Also, I reveal my hidden... 
by Rob Cottingham | May 9, 2019 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
This episode, we talk about how expanding the kinds of media you like to read, watch and listen to can make you a better speechwriter and speaker. Links: The 100-Mile Diet by Alisa Smith and J.B. Mackinnon. Music: “Upbeat” by John Luc Hefferman. Used under... 
by Rob Cottingham | May 7, 2019 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
Niches are great places to develop a deep understanding of audience and subject matter, and to build community… but they can get pretty insular. Whether you’re a speaker or a speechwriter, here’s how to keep your work fresh, by drawing inspiration... 
by Rob Cottingham | May 2, 2019 | LCWRC, Podcast, Speaking, Speechwriting
Speeches are amazing. They can move audiences, inspire crowds… and they can help you create new content, quickly and easily! In this episode, we’ll look at 10 ways you can repurpose your next speech into high-impact video, audio, text and images.Music:...
