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November 4, 2025
J.T. Compeau
What is the "Human Voice"?

The idea of the human voice came up recently in a conversation with a colleague. What does it mean to write in a “human voice”, or - even better - your voice?

What is the "Human Voice"?
September 1, 2025
J.T. Compeau
Your Message is Putting in Overtime

We spend so much time parsing our words, but what messages are being sent in the words that are never spoken? Your message may be putting in unintended overtime on this Labor Day.

Your Message is Putting in Overtime
July 3, 2025
Speeches and Talks
J.T. Compeau
My Favorite Talks

You don't work in my business, full of truly fascinating people, without collecting some favorites along the way. Last week, I shared just a few highlights - talks and speeches that showcase what is needed to make an impact on the audience.

My Favorite Talks
September 29, 2023
J.T. Compeau
What Are You Asking of Your Audience?

Whether they realize it or not, they are a representative of something to the audience, whether that’s a community or an idea.

What Are You Asking of Your Audience?
February 27, 2023
J.T. Compeau
Revisit: Good Communicators are the Leaders We ...

Revisiting this post from March 2020: Good communicators are leaders because they know how to give their audiences what they need. To paraphrase the Jack Welch quote, they become leaders because they grow themselves as they work to grow others.

Revisit: Good Communicators are the Leaders We Need
J.T. Compeau
September 25, 2019

Believe in Yourself, But Believe in This First

J.T. Compeau
September 25, 2019
Believe in Yourself, But Believe in This First

Belief in yourself and your story begins with you, but it doesn’t end there. Learn how comfort with your own story can positively impact the speechwriting process and your speech delivery.

Tagged: speechwriting, presentation, storytelling, coaching, believe

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J.T. Compeau
September 13, 2019

It All Comes Down to Trust

J.T. Compeau
September 13, 2019
It All Comes Down to Trust

Trust in telling your story to one person is just as meaningful as trust in telling it to the masses. We all deserve to have a collaborator in our corner.

Tagged: speechwriting, interview, interviewing, speech, public speaking, collaboration

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J.T. Compeau
August 28, 2019

Look for the Insight

J.T. Compeau
August 28, 2019
Look for the Insight

However you approach crafting your message, you have to look for the insight; in many cases, it’s more important than finding the elusive common ground.

Tagged: speechwriting, public speaking, collaboration

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