Sometimes censorship isn’t worth d**k
From the iTunes store’s page for the movie Fun With Dick and Jane: What’s lovely about this is the word “Dick” appears in big, bold red letters in the movie poster. That, and the fact that my brain immediately tries to fill in the asterixes:...Crisis on Vancouver’s streets: how you can help the homeless
Let’s cut straight to Mayor Gregor Robertson’s message, in full. It’s directed to members of Vision Vancouver, but it applies to anyone who cares about what’s happening tonight, and tomorrow night: Early this morning, a homeless woman known on...Facebook group targets waitlists for people with developmental disabilities
If you or someone you know has an intellectual or developmental disability, then you’re probably already aware of the dire and growing problems faced by B.C. families in this situation as they try to get the services they need: Our members are angry and...Mayor Gregor Robertson’s inaugural address: text and video
Here’s the text and video of Mayor Gregor Robertson’s inaugural address. And here’s an excerpt: As much as I value the wisdom and experience of my colleagues, we all know there is exponentially more in the homes and offices of our city… in the...Vote for the best of online Vancouver, thanks to Miss604
There aren’t many people in this city more enterprising than Rebecca Bollwitt, aka Miss604. And her latest venture, the Best of 604 public choice awards, is yet another example. Not only has she spearheaded an online nomination and voting site for choosing your...
Why, yes — I’d LOVE to speak at your event
Public speaking and speechwriting: the essential guides
Looking for advice on public speaking, speechwriting and leadership communications? Here are some of my most comprehensive posts, on topics that people ask me about most often.
