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Does the fear of public speaking start your knees a shaking?

I've done many presentations and have presented to groups of 10 to 100 and still get butterflies a fluttering when I approach the mike. I struggle through the first few slids of my presentation but once I get going, I'm okay. Interestingly, it's when I'm done - once I'm on my way home and start reflecting back on the presentation - that's when the real shaking starts. I obviously run on adrenalin and [more]

I was paired with another assistant in my company for the Buddy System Coaching program implemented in our chapter, in which we build a networking relationship and facilitate professional growth.  For me, it has been a terrific program to be a part of.  My buddy was a perfect match. We get together periodically for lunch and exchange many ideas and experiences on the job.  During our sessions, we were able to identify our weaknesses and strengths in our current roles. We were able to connect at different levels and the lesson I took back with me is that you are always learning new things every day.  We also provided practical advice to each other on our skill sets. [more]

Last week, I had the distinct honor and pleasure of being installed to serve my first term as President of the Winter Park Chapter. This was my first opportunity to write my own installation program, and I, while I knew what I wanted to say, I struggled to find a template to work from. I want to provide a copy here for two reasons. First, to give a template to others who might be looking and, second, to share something that was so very meaningful to me in hopes someone might find some inspiration. [more]

I found the best book template a while back at 48HrBooks.com. The template has all the normally needed formatting already done.  Quite frankly it has saved me valuable time in meeting deadlines and been great to use at work for instructional booklets, as a place to compile favorite family recipes in a book form and other projects at work and home. [more]