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French Speaking Mitt Romney Ad
Posted by TJ Walker in Foreign Languages, Humor, Politics, Video on December 9, 2011
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Ad Concept: Louis Ferro
New French Speaking Mitt Romney Ad Launches in Iowa, New Hampshire and South Carolina
December 12, 2011
Osama Bin Laden Dead – Barack Obama Speech Analysis -Media Training
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Body Language, CEOs/Financial, Communications, Crisis Communications, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics, Media, Media Training, News, Video, Workplace on May 2, 2011
The President addresses the nation at a triumphant time for America. TJ Walker offers his analysis of the media message that Obama and the White House communicated to the American public and the world.
How to conduct an international media interview via email: TJ Walker in Merca 2.0 Mexico
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, blogging, CEOs/Financial, Communications, Foreign Languages, News, Technology, Workplace on March 31, 2011
TJ Walker interviewed by Pamela Escamilla for Merca 2.0:
* How would you define “opinion leader”?
TJ: An opinion leader is anyone who has opinions that other people will listen to, respect and occasionally or frequently follow.
How to Greet Investors in Different Countries
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Body Language, Communications, Foreign Languages, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills, Video on March 25, 2011
Not all countries have the same mannerisms and practices. Before you make a speech in a different part of the world, listen to these quick tips and make sure you do your research so that you don’t offend anyone.
Should I Memorize a Speech in a Foreign Language?
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Communications, Foreign Languages, Pitching, Presentation Skills Training, Public Speaking Skills, Video on March 25, 2011
When delivering a speech to potential investoris who speak a different language do not memorize the speech in their language. Instead, here are some tips to help you present in a confident maner in your native tongue.
John Galliano to Face Trial in France for Anti-Semitic and Racist Speech—Could be imprisoned for 6 months
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, celebrities, CEOs/Financial, Crisis Communications, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics on March 3, 2011
Wow, no wonder so many racists and anti-Semites move to America—our First Amendment speaking privileges make it a lot less punishing on them.
Galliano has apologized this week. He will have top flight legal counsel. I doubt he’ll serve hard time. Still, if I were a prosecutor, what better way would there be for me to make a name for myself in France and the rest of the world than to force Galliano to remove his capture close and put on prison garb?
Berlusconi Faces Prostitution Charges
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics, Politics on February 15, 2011
I’ve worked with a lot of politicians trying to help them with their crisis communications, but I don’t know what I’d advise Berlusconi to get himself out of his current jam (And it’s not usually my job to tell clients to stay away from hiring prostitutes).
At some point, if you’ve been the leader of a country for more than 10 years (as Berlusconi has been cumulatively) and you are 75 years old, and your face is starting to look like Boris Karloff, it’s time to retire to that great Bunga Bunga house in the country and let others take the national stage.
Indian Foreign Minister Reads the Wrong speech at the United Nations
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Best Speaker of the Day, Communications, Fear of Speaking, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics on February 15, 2011
This is one of the funniest and most bizarre public speaking stories I’ve ever heard of. The Indian Foreign Minister picked up the Portuguese Foreign Minister’s speech and read the dang thing like it was his own in front of the UN Security Council.
Wow, I know that UN speeches are supposedly thought to be boring and that no one pays attention to them. Still, if you read a speech filled with references to your country and it’s obviously another country, people will notice.
U.S. State Department Starts Farsi Twitter feed
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics, Social Media, Training Community, Video, Voice, Workplace on February 15, 2011
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If Mubarak Steps Down Today, What Will/Should He Say?
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Body Language, celebrities, CEOs/Financial, Crisis Communications, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics on February 10, 2011
If Mubarak makes a resignation speech today, what should he say? It will be the largest world audience watching him in his career, and will likely be the image that sets his reputation with the public and historians for generations to come.
If I were Mubarak, I’d be very careful not to sound bitter, petty or vindictive. After all, he’s had a good 30 year run.
Census estimates show big gains for US minorities
Posted by TJ Walker in advertising, Analysis, Communications, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics, internet marketing, Politics, reputation management, Workplace on February 4, 2011
It will be interesting to see if the census news that racial and ethnic minorities accounted for roughly 85 percent of the nation’s population growth will translate into a new demographic of elected officials and an increase of advertising directed at this growing group.
More attention and concessions will be made to groups who can show buying and voting power. The political and media landscape could see a sweeping change over the next ten years.
GOP Insider backlash continues against Sarah Palin
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Crisis Communications, Debate Central, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics, Great Lectures on December 2, 2010
Now Ed Rollins has ripped Sarah Palin a new one. Rollins was Reagan’s campaign manager and he isn’t taking too kindly to Palin’s comparisons of herself to the Gipper. Does this hurt Palin among GOP faithful? No; it actually helps her solidity her base with the Tea Party and other outsiders. Rollins is a Washington Insider who’s been around forever. Worse, he’s a CNN commentator, in other words, he consorts with the enemies in the eye of conservative Republicans. More from Rollins at Mediaite.
Sen. Caught on Live Mic
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Audio/Video Technology, Best Speaker of the Day, Body Language, CEOs/Financial, Debate Central, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics on November 30, 2010
Sen. Bennett was caught today on a mic in the senate claiming “It’s all rigged.” No one really knows what he’s referring to or if it’s bad, but the cardinal rule of open microphones is don’t say anything that isn’t clear or off message. And if you seem to be talking in a way that suggests you don’t think you are being recorded—watch out. You are in for a whole heap o’ trouble. More at Real Clear Politics
Could Hillary Clinton be the first Victim of Wikileaks?
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Crisis Communications, Debate Central, Fear of Speaking, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics on November 30, 2010
Jack Schafer at Slate makes the case that Hillary Clinton is going to be seriously damaged as Secretary of state, given revelations that she authorized spying on diplomats from other countries. Yes, this sort of thing has long gone on, but it isn’t talked about or openly acknowledge. Now, there is no way of hiding it. Like it or not, part of diplomacy is telling lies. Now, that’s no longer an option for Clinton. Prediction: Hillary Clinton gets promoted to Secretary of Defense when Gates retires early next year.
More at Slate.
George Bush Praises Obama & Admits He’s Just Trying To Sell Books In Facebook Webcast
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Authors Corner, Best Speaker of the Day, blogging, Crisis Communications, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics, speech writing, Video on November 30, 2010
Boehner Takes on Skyrocketing Federal Salaries
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Audio/Video Technology, Best Speaker of the Day, blogging, Body Language, celebrities, CEOs/Financial, Communications, Crisis Communications, Debate Central, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics on November 11, 2010
According to a USA Today analysis the number of workers making more than $150,000 has doubled since January 2009 and incoming leader of the House of Representatives John Boehner is planning on doing something about it. As he plots his public course one of his stated top priorities is to bring down the salary of government officials. This will not win him much favor with federal government unions but those are not his constituents. Some people may also nitpick and say that this not get to the heart of dealing with larger issues but it is a symbolic gesture worth pure gold to an American public that is fed up with runaway spending and this could be a placating first step towards reigning in spending on a larger scale.
Obama is a big hit with voters – in India
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Best Speaker of the Day, Communications, Crisis Communications, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics, Story Telling, Uncategorized on November 8, 2010
Obama is winning new friends in India. His big speech yesterday was well-received. His move to endorse India for a slot as a permanent member of the UN Security Council was a message that generated great press and resonated with the political establishment as well as the public in India.
Now, if only he could make similar good speeches in the US.
How is Obama spinning the election?
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Audio/Video Technology, Authors Corner, Best Speaker of the Day, Body Language, celebrities, CEOs/Financial, Crisis Communications, Debate Central, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics on November 8, 2010
Last night, Obama told 60 Minutes that the election results were primarily a reflection of the poor economy, that may be all well and good, but what specific lessons were learned from that, and what other messages were intended by the voters?
The Republicans are spinning this election as a message from voters that they think Obama is wrong for pursuing left-wing, big government, liberal/socialist policies like healthcare and bailouts.
Art of the victory speech – 9 key elements
Posted by TJ Walker in Analysis, Best Speaker of the Day, blogging, Body Language, Debate Central, Fear of Speaking, Foreign Languages, Government & Politics on November 2, 2010
Congratulations, you got more votes and you have won public office. Everyone is happy at your party and it’s time to give your victory speech. It’s important to realize that now is not the time to relax; you must win the battle of public opinion on a daily basis for your whole term of office and that battle begins now! You want to continue the positive vibes that helped you win the election and you don’t want to seem arrogant or petty. Please keep these tips in mind:
1. Congratulate your opponent on a hard and well-fought campaign (even if you think he was the sleaziest slime ball to ever crawl out of a political cesspool).
2. If your opponent called you to formally concede to you, mention this fact and thank him/her for being gracious.
3. Specifically compliment your opponent for some idea or policy platform position where you though he/she had a good idea. Say you’d like to be able to call your opponent for advice and help in advancing the cause together. Everyone will know that this is a lie and your opponent would rather hear from the IRS auditing office than hear from you, but it’s a time-honored, respectable lie, so say it like you mean it.
4. Make the victory not about yourself, but about the policy initiatives you fought for.
5. Highlight your #1 campaign pledge and how you aren’t going to rest until it is enacted.
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